Technician in Plumbing


Company:	Hull College
Salary:	£24,794 to £24,794 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	HU1 3DG
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	30 Sept 2026
Closing date:	28 Oct 2026

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Summary

Hull | 37 hours per week | 52 weeks per year

£24,794 per annum

31 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure

About the Role

As our Technician in Plumbing, you will support outstanding student learning within by creating an industry-standard, safe, and professional working environment with responsibility for preparing equipment and materials for students within the practical workspace environment. The post holder will maintain stock and stores in an efficient manner, supporting practical delivery, and integrating current industry practices, trends, and commercial awareness.

Why Join Hull College?

At Hull College, we are committed to delivering exceptional education and training that transforms lives. As a Technician in Plumbing, you will join a values‑driven organisation where quality, collaboration and continuous improvement sit at the heart of everything we do.

You will play a vital role in shaping outstanding teaching, learning and assessment across the College, supporting staff to be the very best they can be and ensuring our learners receive an exceptional experience.

Competitive Rewards & Work–Life Balance

31 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days

Generous pension scheme

Flexible working opportunities, where appropriate

Professional Growth & Development

Strong commitment to CPD, training and leadership development

Opportunities to shape new curriculum provision and influence strategic direction

Access to professional memberships, industry networks and specialist development

Wellbeing & Support

Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

A supportive, collaborative leadership culture

On‑site wellbeing, pastoral and inclusion support teams

Staff Benefits & Perks

Free on‑site parking

On‑site facilities including café and restaurant

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Staff discounts via our internal benefits platform

Make a Real Impact

As Technician in Plumbing, you will work closely with curriculum leaders, teachers and senior leaders to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment. You will support, challenge and coach staff, ensuring high expectations are embedded and that quality processes deliver meaningful impact for learners.

You will:

Organisation of practical workspace areas to ensure effective utilisation of space and realistic work simulations and prepare materials for use by students including training aids and learning resources.

Overall responsibility for Health and Safety in practical workspace areas and to ensure compliance with all

Ensure that practical learning environments, equipment, machines and plant comply with health and safety requirements, identifying necessary actions and reporting through line management

Manage a rolling programme of learning space and equipment maintenance including repairs as required and for ensuring relevant checks are made on machine tools, equipment and materials I I in accordance with Health and Safety requirements (i.e. PAT testing, COSHH, etc)

Contribute fully to the membership of course teams, attending staff meetings and liaising with staff on individual student’s progress and support needs.

Assist in the maintenance of records of individual student progress where appropriate, including maintaining records of student attendance and initial assessment.

Ensure that consumables, materials, preparation and stock control are available and prepared to the required level in practical learning environments;

Follow group financial procedures in ordering consumables and other practical equipment for line manager authorisation and update practical learning environment inventories annually.

Deliver taster sessions and attend open events as required.

About You

You will be an experienced and credible education professional with:

GCSE (A -C) or equivalent in Maths and English

NVQ 2/3 or equivalent in Plumbing

Knowledge of Health and Safety policy/procedures

Recent experience of subject specialism - Plumbing

Able to work across the age and ability range in classroom, workshop and one to one situation

Communication skills both oral and written

Desirable:

First aid qualification or willing to work towards

Experience supporting staff CPD requirements

Experience organising trips and visits

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you are passionate about Technician in Plumbing, people development and delivering outstanding learning experiences, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join Hull College as a Technician in Plumbing and help us create better futures for our learners and communities.

Interviews for this post will be held on Friday 23rd October 2026

Hull College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to contribute to the delivery of our safeguarding strategy and values.

This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and is subject to regulated activity.

Please note: This vacancy may close early depending on the volume of applications received. Early application is advised.

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