2086 - Vocational Instructor (Scaffolding / Access)
| Posting date: | 14 July 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £40,500 to £49,500 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 31 July 2025 |
| Location: | London, UK |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Construction Industry Training Board |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 2086 |
Summary
From the Rig to the Classroom
Inspire the Next Generation of Scaffolders
Do you want to hang up your harness and pick up the whiteboard, without leaving the industry behind?
If you're a time-served scaffolder with stories to tell, experience to share, and a desire to make a difference, we've got the perfect next move for you. Come join the National Construction College South in Erith, where we don’t just build platforms, we build futures.
Role: Vocational Instructor (Scaffolding / Access)
Location: Erith, London (Please note this is an on site role and not suitable to work from home)
Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Salary Range: £40,500 - £49,500 per annum (Target £46,350 per annum)
Why This Role?
This isn’t your average teaching gig. This is the real deal, boots-on-the-ground vocational training, led by those who’ve done the job. You’ll train the next generation of scaffolders and access professionals, giving them the skills, safety mindset, and confidence to thrive in the modern construction industry.
What You'll Be Doing:
Deliver hands-on scaffolding and access training that reflects current site standards
Design and deliver practical sessions and theory lessons in line with CITB’s gold-standard training
Support learners to develop not only technical know-how, but also essential English, Maths, and digital skills
Coach, mentor, and inspire learners — many of whom are fresh to the industry
Create a safe, supportive, and energetic learning environment
Track learner progress and celebrate their success like it's a topped-out scaffold
You won’t just teach, you’ll transform!
Your Experience:
A minimum NVQ Level 2 in Scaffolding (or equivalent)
At least 10 years’ scaffolding experience, including holding a valid CISRS card
Passion, patience, and a genuine desire to teach
A Level 3 teaching qualification — or willingness to earn it with our full support
Knowledge of health & safety, risk assessments, and scaffolding standards
*For full details, please refer to the Role Profile.
What You’ll Get in Return:
We look after our instructors like they look after their rigs!
Free onsite lunch — Yes, every day!
Free onsite parking — No meters, no stress
All PPE provided — Fully kitted out, ready to teach
25 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 days Christmas shutdown
Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
Life assurance (4x salary)
2 paid volunteering days per year
Professional development & funded training qualifications
Employee Assistance Programme — because your wellbeing matters
A team that respects you, your trade, and your time-served knowledge
Join CITB (Help Build the Future of UK Construction)
This is your opportunity to step off the scaffold and onto the frontline of education, shaping lives and making a lasting impact. Whether you're ready to teach full-time or looking for a career change that keeps you close to the action, we’ll provide the training and support to help you thrive.
Closing Date
Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the stated closing date. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; therefore, early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Safer Recruitment
CITB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. Candidates must be willing to undergo the requisite pre-employment vetting checks and procedures, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. An enhanced DBS with child barring check is required for this post.
During the shortlisting process, CITB may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.
Inspire the Next Generation of Scaffolders
Do you want to hang up your harness and pick up the whiteboard, without leaving the industry behind?
If you're a time-served scaffolder with stories to tell, experience to share, and a desire to make a difference, we've got the perfect next move for you. Come join the National Construction College South in Erith, where we don’t just build platforms, we build futures.
Role: Vocational Instructor (Scaffolding / Access)
Location: Erith, London (Please note this is an on site role and not suitable to work from home)
Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Contract: Permanent
Salary Range: £40,500 - £49,500 per annum (Target £46,350 per annum)
Why This Role?
This isn’t your average teaching gig. This is the real deal, boots-on-the-ground vocational training, led by those who’ve done the job. You’ll train the next generation of scaffolders and access professionals, giving them the skills, safety mindset, and confidence to thrive in the modern construction industry.
What You'll Be Doing:
Deliver hands-on scaffolding and access training that reflects current site standards
Design and deliver practical sessions and theory lessons in line with CITB’s gold-standard training
Support learners to develop not only technical know-how, but also essential English, Maths, and digital skills
Coach, mentor, and inspire learners — many of whom are fresh to the industry
Create a safe, supportive, and energetic learning environment
Track learner progress and celebrate their success like it's a topped-out scaffold
You won’t just teach, you’ll transform!
Your Experience:
A minimum NVQ Level 2 in Scaffolding (or equivalent)
At least 10 years’ scaffolding experience, including holding a valid CISRS card
Passion, patience, and a genuine desire to teach
A Level 3 teaching qualification — or willingness to earn it with our full support
Knowledge of health & safety, risk assessments, and scaffolding standards
*For full details, please refer to the Role Profile.
What You’ll Get in Return:
We look after our instructors like they look after their rigs!
Free onsite lunch — Yes, every day!
Free onsite parking — No meters, no stress
All PPE provided — Fully kitted out, ready to teach
25 days holiday + bank holidays + 3 days Christmas shutdown
Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
Life assurance (4x salary)
2 paid volunteering days per year
Professional development & funded training qualifications
Employee Assistance Programme — because your wellbeing matters
A team that respects you, your trade, and your time-served knowledge
Join CITB (Help Build the Future of UK Construction)
This is your opportunity to step off the scaffold and onto the frontline of education, shaping lives and making a lasting impact. Whether you're ready to teach full-time or looking for a career change that keeps you close to the action, we’ll provide the training and support to help you thrive.
Closing Date
Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the stated closing date. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis; therefore, early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Safer Recruitment
CITB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. Candidates must be willing to undergo the requisite pre-employment vetting checks and procedures, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. An enhanced DBS with child barring check is required for this post.
During the shortlisting process, CITB may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.