Vocational Instructor (Plant /Crane Operations)

*Join CITB as a Vocational Instructor and inspire the next generation of Plant Operators in construction!**Hours of Work:* Full-time (35 hours per week)*Contract:* Permanent*Grade:* SC3*Salary Range:* £40,500 – £49,500 per annum*Target Salary: *£47,973 per annum*Location:* Based at our NCC East College – Bircham Newton (Norfolk), 5 days per week*About the Role*Are you an experienced *Crane […]

*Join CITB as a Vocational Instructor and inspire the next generation of Plant Operators in construction!*
*Hours of Work:* Full-time (35 hours per week)
*Contract:* Permanent
*Grade:* SC3
*Salary Range:* £40,500 – £49,500 per annum
*Target Salary: *£47,973 per annum
*Location:* Based at our NCC East College – Bircham Newton (Norfolk), 5 days per week
*About the Role*
Are you an experienced *Crane Operator* with experience managing and supervising lifting operations?
CITB is looking for a skilled and enthusiastic *Vocational Instructor – Plant Operations* to deliver high-quality training across our *National Construction Colleges.*
*What you’ll be doing:*
As a Plant Operations Instructor, you’ll play a vital role in preparing learners for successful careers in construction. You’ll:
* Deliver practical and theoretical training on a range of plant machinery to apprentice and commercial learners
* Deliver CPCS assessments
* Ensure a safe, engaging, and inclusive learning environment
* Contribute to course development and continuous improvement
*What we’re looking for:*
*Essential*
* Specialist licence to practice qualifications relevant to the role (e.g. CPCS or NPORs- A61 Appointed Person, A62 Crane Supervisor, Mobile, Tower or Crawler crane experience. Slinger Signaller)
* Minimum of Level 3 (or equivalent) vocational qualification directly related to the role
* Recent (within last 5 years), verifiable experience operating a range of plant machinery in the construction industry or allied sector
* Excellent knowledge of current industry practices
* Minimum of Level 3 teaching qualification (or commitment to achieve within one year of commencing role)
* A passion for teaching and mentoring others
*Desirable*
* Desirable – CPCS Tester/Trainer Status, A1 assessor units, Level 3 teaching qualification. Experience operating other plant/machines such as 360 excavators
* Assessor Awards (or commitment to achieve within one year of commencing)
* _For full details, please refer to the Role Profile._
*Why join CITB?*
* Free onsite lunch — Yes, every day!
* Subsidised Costa Coffee on site
* Free onsite parking — No meters, no stress
* Free onsite gym
* All PPE provided — Fully kitted out, ready to teach
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* 3 additional 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
* Be part of a respected organisation shaping the future of UK construction
*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.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, and warnings, including those that are spent, unless they are protected under current DBS filtering rules.
During the shortlisting process, CITB may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.
Contact and additional information
For general queries or support with your application, please contact CITB’s Talent Acquisition Team on
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Essential past experience/skills
Recognised apprenticeship and qualifications
Closing , 23:55 hours
1st Interview dates
To be confirmed
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 2138