Head of Plumbing & Heating (on-site)
Within the range of £45,003 to £51,846 per annum* ** plus market forces payment up to £4,383 per annum, pro-rata (dependent on qualifications and experience)
Bar at salary point 3. Progression beyond the bar requires an application process against eligibility criteria
**Starting salary subject to college salary assessment process
35 hours per week (includes some teaching hours), 52 weeks a year
This is an excellent career opportunity to join the management team at Suffolk New College. This role will require you to lead on the operational and strategic aspects of our Plumbing & Heating programmes within Directorate of Engineering, Construction and Building Technology (ECBT).
Working closely with the Director, you will proactively support, lead and develop staff to deliver an exceptional learner experience.
You will therefore need to be able to demonstrate:
Excellent people management and development skills.
Expertise in working with E3 to Level 3 vocational plumbing & heating qualifications, Level 3 Plumbing & Domestic Heating Technician Apprenticeship standards and commercial gas.
Ability to build and develop effective and sustainable relationships with employers, awarding organisations, and industry partners.
Creative and innovative approaches which deliver an exceptional student experience and student outcomes.
As part of this role, you will also be required to undertake some teaching hours; therefore, you should also be able to demonstrate proven teaching expertise in a related subject area.
You should also hold a relevant degree or level 3/4 professional qualification in Plumbing and Domestic Heating/Building Services Engineering, maths and English at level 2 or equivalent, alongside a teaching qualification at level 5.
This post is based at Suffolk New College, Ipswich. However, Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site therefore you will be required to work at and travel between campuses.
At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.
Closing date:
Thursday 20th August 2026 at Midnight
Interview date: Wednesday 2nd September 2026
The College reserves the right to close this advert early.
Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.
You may use AI tools to support your application but all information must truthfully reflect your own skills and experience. You may be asked to discuss the details during the recruitment process.
This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantees to shortlist all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.
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