Plumbing LIEPA

Plumbing LIEPA


Company
City & Guilds - Associate Recruitment
Location
London
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
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Job Description
We are currently recruiting for suitable, qualified individuals to become Lead Independent End-point Assessors (LIEPAs).

For more information please see the Role profile & Person specification

Our LIEPAs
• Monitor and support an allocated team of Independent End-point Assessors
• Provide advice and guidance to the Associate Management Team, Product Team, Qualification Assessment & Development Team and the End-point Assessment Team
• Assess and document apprentices’ competence against Apprenticeship Standards.

This role is a great opportunity to use your industry expertise, work alongside your current job, build additional income with competitive daily rates, and continue to expand your own skills and development.

To view the LIEPA person specifications and guidance on completing your application, please visit our careers website https://careers.cityandguildsgroup.com/associate-vacancies/independent-end-point-assessors/

To Be Considered For This Role You Must
• Hold both Assessor & IQA Qualifications
• Hold a relevant Plumbing Qualification
• Be able to evidence relevant and up to date CPD, which is related directly to the standard & industry
• Applicants must also meet the criteria set out in the person specification

If you would like to apply for the role please complete the online application, mapping your application to show where you meet the requirements set out.

Applications that do not clearly show this are unlikely to move onto the next stage of our recruitment process.

It is also important that you submit a detailed CPD log with your application that demonstrates how you have maintained competency in the industry, not just generic CPD training.

Following a successful review and vetting of your application, you will be invited to an interview for the Lead Independent End-point Assessor (LIEPA) role.

Please note LIEPAs are contracted on an annual basis and are not directly employed by the City & Guilds Group.

We look forward to receiving your application for this exciting role with City & Guilds.

Our Commitment

We believe that diversity and inclusion strengthen and enriches us, and that it is the responsibility of everyone at the City & Guilds Group to drive this value. We work hard to be inclusive in our approach to recruitment and associate opportunities, whilst still ensuring we meet our regulatory requirements.

We strongly encourage and welcome applications from diverse and underrepresented communities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Plumber Jobs

Q What is the National Living Wage for plumbers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
GOV.UK sets the National Living Wage at £12.50 per hour for all workers aged 21 and over as of 1 April 2026. Employed plumbers must receive at least this rate for a standard 40-hour week, equating to £500 weekly or £26,000 annually before deductions. Overtime must be paid at no less than the minimum rate.
Q What salary threshold applies for a Skilled Worker visa as a plumber in the United Kingdom in 2026?
GOV.UK requires a minimum salary of £38,700 or the occupation going rate for plumber roles under SOC code 5314 on the Skilled Worker visa. Sponsors must issue a valid Certificate of Sponsorship in 2026, and the role must be at least RQF level 3. The visa duration starts at up to 5 years.
Q What qualifications are required to work legally as a plumber in the United Kingdom in 2026?
GOV.UK states plumbers need an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Heating or equivalent plus registration with a competent person scheme such as CIPHE. New entrants from 2026 must complete an apprenticeship or college course meeting Part P building regulations. No experience substitutes for the qualification requirement.
Q What documents are needed to apply for plumber jobs through the UK government portal in 2026?
GOV.UK requires a National Insurance number, proof of qualifications such as NVQ certificate, and right to work evidence for all plumber applications. Applicants must upload a CV, two references, and DBS check result dated within 2026. Online submission via Find a Job portal closes applications after 30 days.
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