Are you looking for a chance to help develop and train the next generation of plumbing professionals? Do you want to transfer your industry experience and knowledge into a rewarding teaching environment?
Join a supportive and experienced Plumbing team where you'll play a key role in inspiring learners and helping them develop the skills needed for successful careers in the trade. Working with a range of full-time, part-time and apprenticeship students, you'll combine your vocational expertise with hands-on teaching to bring the industry to life.
This exciting role will include:
- Delivering high-quality practical and theory sessions across Level 1 and Level 2 Plumbing courses, with potential for Level 3 delivery.
- Supporting and motivating students across full-time, part-time and apprenticeship programmes.
- Working collaboratively within a skilled and experienced team to provide an engaging learning experience.
- Helping learners develop the technical knowledge, practical skills and professional behaviours required by industry.
If you can demonstrate the following, then we'd love to hear from you:
- A creative, highly motivated and enthusiastic approach to teaching and learning.
- A minimum Level 2 Plumbing qualification (Level 3 desirable).
- Relevant vocational and industry experience within the plumbing sector.
- Strong communication and organisational skills, with a passion for supporting learner success.
- For many of our teaching roles, we welcome applications from candidates at any stage of their career, including industry professionals with no/limited teaching experience. We are able to offer teacher development & qualifications to enable teaching success.
- Closing date: 16th August 2026
- Interview Date: W/C 24th August 2026 (TBC)
College location: Based at our Eastbourne Campus.
Annual salary: Circa £30,000 - £42,000 (£39-£42 is reserved for highly qualified and experienced teachers.)
(Subject to qualifications, skills and experience)
Hours: Full Time – 37 Hours/52.14 Weeks – Part time considered.
In return, we can offer you:
A competitive FE salary, generous annual leave & pension, access to funded teaching qualifications, apprenticeships and a range of other training courses to support career development, as well as many other benefits.
To Apply and view the Job Description & Person Specification, please register or log in and complete the online form via the 'Apply' link below.
For any queries or to arrange an appointment to chat informally about the role please email [email protected]. Please note we are unable to accept CVs in place of an application under our obligations for Keeping Children Safe in Education.
OTHER INFORMATION:
East Sussex College is a values-driven Further Education college with over 1,300 colleagues and 5,500 students across campuses in Eastbourne, Hastings, Lewes, and Newhaven. We offer a wide range of programmes including A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, higher education, and adult learning.
Our ESC PROUD Values: Positivity – Respect – Opportunity – Unity – Diversity
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All roles require enhanced DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK.
We are also committed to making our recruitment process accessible for all candidates. If you require adjustments or support to fully engage with any aspect of the process, please contact People Services at [email protected] and we will be happy to facilitate reasonable adaptations.
At East Sussex College, we celebrate individuality and strive for an inclusive, equitable workplace. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including Black and minority ethnic communities, people with disabilities and LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Please note: Applications may be shortlisted on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a suitable candidate is appointed.
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