Technician- Plumbing and Gas

Join a vibrant college committed to the success of our staff, learners, businesses and communities!

We have some exciting opportunities available at Barking and Dagenham College. We are looking for Technician- Plumbing & Gas to join our Apprenticeships team.

You will join us on a part-time, permanent basis, 28.8 hours per week, and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of £26,155 - £28,941 (to be pro rata'd to 28.8hpw).

The Technician- Plumbing & Gas role:

To provide technical support for staff and students

Key Responsibilities of our Technician- Plumbing & Gas:

• Prepare materials and apparatus for demonstrations and practical work, including examination requirements, as directed. 
• Monitor stock levels using appropriate systems and order materials as authorised by the Apprenticeship Manager/ Head of Department.
• Maintain clean working areas.
• Assisting in the demonstration of techniques and practices to students
• Support tutors with student assessments of competence to national standards

Our ideal Technician- Plumbing & Gas should have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

• Have suitable formal qualifications in plumbing up to level 2 or a minimum oi 5 years in the plumbing or gas industry.
• Possess good IT and administrative skills and be able to keep accurate tracking records for tools and equipment.
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment suitable for students.
• Recent and relevant experience of working in a plumbing training centre, or similar establishment, or working towards level 3 qualification in Plumbing would be an advantage.

If you are passionate about success and can do the above, then we want to hear from you!

You will need to submit a covering letter within your application demonstrating how your personality, skills and experience meet our values for this role.

PLEASE NOTE;

• All applications forms must be fully completed, showing full education and employment details. An incomplete application will not be considered for shortlisting.
• We have the right to interview candidates before the application deadline.
• This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020

​​​​​​​B​​​​​arking & Dagenham College are committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

Safeguarding at BDC

All employment offers are made subject to checks in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines.  These include (some of which are dependent upon the role and the individual): enhanced DBS including children’s barred list check, DfE teaching/management barred list check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and right to work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

You will be required to become familiar with College’s policies and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults.  All staff are asked to complete mandatory training on KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies. ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Closing date for applications: 22/07/2025

Interviews will be held on tbc

If you would like to learn more about our Technician- Plumbing & Gas role, then please click ‘apply’ today!