Plumbing Technician

Plumbing Technician
Wiltshire College & University Centre – Chippenham Campus

Do you have experience in the plumbing industry and seek greater stability and security? Or do you hold a qualification in Plumbing and want to turn it into a rewarding career?

If you're ready to move away from physically demanding site work, this is your chance to enjoy a healthier work-life balance and make a real impact.

Join Wiltshire College & University Centre and bring your trade skills to a team that values your experience, offers long-term security, and gives you the chance to shape the next generation.

What We Offer

Salary: £25,304 rising to £25,835 per year, with the potential to develop into higher-graded positions.

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time: 37 hours per week

Year-Round Employment: No unpaid breaks between contracts

Outstanding Benefits

• Great Local Government Pension Scheme (Strong financial foundation for your future)

• Generous Holiday Entitlement – 30 days paid annual leave, plus 8 paid bank holidays

• College closure and wellbeing days - 2-week paid Christmas closure

• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, legal, and financial advice

• Free On-Site Gyms – available at multiple campuses

• Lifestyle Discounts – savings on retail, tech, travel, and leisure

• Cycle-to-Work – efficient way to save on commuting costs and stay active

• Professional Development – opportunities to grow your skills and career

• Additional Perks – discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and exclusive offers on attractions

A stable role with benefits that support your life both now and later.

What You'll Do

• Maintain safe and well-organised Plumbing workshops

• Support practical learning sessions and real hands-on projects

• Help students build confidence and gain essential trade skills

• Take pride in tools, equipment, and a professional working environment

What You'll Bring

• NVQ Level 2 or above in Plumbing
(or a related qualification you're keen to put into practice)

• Practical knowledge of plumbing installation, maintenance, and repair

Why Choose This Path?

Continue using the trade skills you've worked hard to develop — without:

• Everyday heavy labour

• Long commutes and unpredictable jobs

• Seasonal work gaps or job insecurity

A role that keeps you connected to the craft, while giving you time back for life.

Make a move that truly pays off

If you're ready for a more secure, balanced, and rewarding future, we'd love to hear from you.
 

Closing Date: 07/01/2026

PLEASE NOTE:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

​Safer Recruitment:
Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in 'Keeping Children Safe in Education'. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children's barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

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The Company

Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire, significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6, and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge, Chippenham, Salisbury, and Lackham, which specialises in land-based education.

We offer a wide array of apprenticeships, along with full-time, part-time, and university-level courses. Notably, our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UK's first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.

Testimonials

• Lily Raynor-Blundell
• Head of Faculty - Engineering, Automotive and Motorsport

Working at Wiltshire College and University Centre is a rewarding experience, offering opportunities for personal and professional growth, whilst making a positive and meaningful impact in post-16 education.

• Tiffany Maxwell
• Executive Assistant

As a new recruit at Wiltshire College & University Centre, I enjoy the supportive environment and dedicated team that make me feel valued and inspired.

• Arvil Pogson-Davis
• Health & Safety Manager

My job regularly takes me around all four of Wiltshire College & University Centre campuses and I meet staff from all diverse backgrounds which I really enjoy. I also work with a small but very dedicated and professional team.

The Benefits

Flexible Working

Pension Scheme

Training & Development

Shopping Discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym

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