Construction Trainer in Wythenshawe

Job Description

Construction Skills Teacher – Plastering / Joinery

Manchester / North West

£24,800 – £28,800

Full-time | Permanent

We are recruiting for a Construction Skills Teacher (Plastering / Joinery) to join a specialist education provider delivering hands-on vocational learning within a supportive SEND / Alternative Provision setting.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced construction tutor, FE lecturer, assessor, trainer, or skilled tradesperson looking to transition into education and make a real difference to people’s lives.

The Role

You will deliver engaging and practical construction skills training, helping learners develop:

✔ Plastering / joinery / multi-skills knowledge

✔ Employability and workplace behaviours

✔ Confidence and independence

✔ Safe workshop habits and practical trade skills

You’ll be teaching students with SEND, SEMH, ASD, ADHD, and learners who may have experienced school avoidance or low confidence.

Key Responsibilities

Plan and deliver practical plastering/joinery sessions

Teach Level 1 / introductory construction skills

Adapt lessons to meet diverse learner needs

Maintain workshop safety, PPE and risk controls

Monitor learner progress and engagement

Work closely with pastoral, safeguarding and curriculum teams

About You

✔ Background in plastering, joinery, carpentry, or construction multi-skills

✔ Experience in teaching, tutoring, assessing, mentoring or coaching desirable

✔ Qualifications such as AET, PTLLS, DTLLS, PGCE or QTLS are helpful but not essential

✔ Strong communication, patience and behaviour management skills

✔ Passion for supporting people in specialist education

✔ Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)

If you're a trade professional or educator looking to use your skills to create real impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or message directly for a confidential conversation.