Building Services Engineer Development Coach
- Salary: £13,672 - £15,164 Actual / £34,181 - £37,912 FTE (Depending on Experience and Qualifications)
- Hours: 14.8 hours per week / 52 weeks per year
- Working pattern: Flexible, but Friday must be one of the working days
- Location: Hybrid
- Closing date: 7th June 2026
Do you have a passion for developing the next generation of building services engineers?
We are excited to offer this opportunity for a motivated and skilled Building Services Engineer Development Coach to join our team.
About the role:
As a Building Services Engineer Development Coach, you will play a vital role in supporting apprentices as they develop the technical skills and professional knowledge required for the building services industry. This role combines classroom teaching, workplace coaching, and assessment, giving you the opportunity to deliver structured theory-based sessions as well as practical, on site support. You will teach elements of the Building Services Engineering curriculum, helping learners understand core principles across heating, ventilation, air conditioning, electrical systems and general service and maintenance.
Alongside your teaching responsibilities, you will guide apprentices throughout their entire programme, from enrolment to End Point Assessment. This includes tailoring training plans, carrying out workplace observations, supporting e portfolio evidence, delivering structured feedback, and ensuring learners meet the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours set out in the Apprenticeship Standard. You will visit apprentices in their workplace, assess real world practice, and maintain accurate records to support progress and compliance.
Working closely with employers is a key part of this role. You will collaborate with them to understand workplace expectations, shape training delivery, and monitor each apprentice’s development. You will act as a mentor and industry expert, helping apprentices overcome challenges, build confidence, and stay focused on achieving their qualification. As part of the Construction and Building Technology team, you will contribute to curriculum development, uphold quality standards, and ensure a positive learning experience that prepares apprentices for successful careers in Building Services Engineering.
We are looking for someone who is:
- Experienced in building services engineering and confident applying their industry knowledge in a coaching or training environment.
- Supportive and learner focused, with the ability to motivate apprentices and help them overcome challenges.
- Organised and detail driven, able to manage their own caseload, visit schedules, and e portfolio assessments effectively.
- Confident working with employers, building strong partnerships to ensure apprentices thrive in the workplace.
- A clear and effective communicator, comfortable delivering training, giving feedback, and conducting progress reviews.
- Committed to continuous development, keeping up to date with industry standards and completing annual CPD.
- Able to work independently, using initiative while contributing positively to the wider Construction and Building Technology team.
- Flexible and willing to travel to employer sites as needed.
About Newbury College and University Centre Newbury:
We are a dynamic further and higher education institution located in the heart of West Berkshire, recognised for our forward-thinking approach and commitment to student success. Our campus is a hub of creativity and innovation, and our mission is "creating opportunities to transform lives", which we achieve through unparalleled support for our students and ongoing professional development for our staff. By joining us, you will be part of a team dedicated to making a significant impact in the community.
What we offer:
Financial Benefits:
- Competitive salary reflective of experience and commitment to educational excellence
- Local Government Pension Scheme
Health and Wellness:
- Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
- Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
- On-site gym membership at an annual fee of £20
- Wellbeing support through an Employee Assistance Scheme and other activities and facilities
- Free Annual Flu Jab
Professional Development:
- Development opportunities through workshops, training, and courses
- Professional development tailored to further qualifications and career advancement
Work-Life Balance:
- 27 days of holiday pro rata
- Flexible working options to ensure a healthy balance between professional and personal life
Campus Amenities and Discounts:
- Free onsite parking
- Access to a corporate discount scheme
- Discounts on hair and beauty treatments at the Newbury College salon
- Good value food and drink at the Street Café
- Discounted childcare at the on-site nursery for staff (operated by a third party)
- Staff recognition awards; celebrating the excellence in all we do
- Staff Summer Event
Criteria:
Essential criteria:
- Assessor qualifications or able to demonstrate that you are willing to work towards these.
- Professional competence in the area you are assessing, which typically will have been gained through working in that industry for at least two years.
- Experience of training others on a 1:2:1 and small group basis.
Desirable criteria:
- A Degree, Higher education Qualification, or professional qualification.
- Level 3 or above teaching qualification.
- IQA Qualification.
- Level 4 qualification or equivalent specific industry qualifications in subject area.
If you are excited about the prospect of making a significant impact on our students’ careers in our role of Building Services Engineer Development Coach, we would love to hear from you.
We understand that no candidate will perfectly match every qualification or criterion listed. If your experience differs from what we've outlined but you believe you can contribute to this role, we encourage you to apply!
If you're interested in this position, please apply below or send your CV to recruitment @newbury-college.ac.uk as an expression of interest. Please note that applications must be submitted through our website.
