Cities
Plumbing LIEPA
Company
City & Guilds - Associate Recruitment
Location
Manchester
Job Type
Part-time
Posted
3 days ago
Via
via LinkedIn
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.
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
What is the National Living Wage for starting plumbers in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
GOV.UK states the National Living Wage for workers aged 21 and over is £12.80 per hour from 1 April 2026. Entry-level plumbers must receive at least this rate for all hours worked including travel time between jobs. Employers must pay overtime at 1.5 times the rate after 40 hours per week.
What visa salary threshold applies to overseas plumbers applying for UK work in 2026?
The Skilled Worker visa requires a minimum salary of £38,700 or the occupation going rate for plumbers whichever is higher as of January 2026. Applicants need a valid Certificate of Sponsorship and must score at least 70 points under the points-based system. Visas are issued for up to 5 years initially with Indefinite Leave to Remain possible after 5 years continuous residence.
What qualifications and experience are required for plumber jobs in the United Kingdom?
Plumbers require an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Domestic Heating or equivalent qualification approved by the Department for Education. A minimum of 3 years documented site experience is needed before full registration with a competent person scheme. The standard apprenticeship route lasts 48 months with 20% off-the-job training hours.
How many hours per week and days of leave do UK plumbers receive under 2026 rules?
The Working Time Regulations limit average working hours to 48 per week with plumbers typically contracted for 40 hours. Annual leave entitlement is 5.6 weeks including bank holidays calculated from the first day of employment. Employers must provide rest breaks of 20 minutes after 6 hours worked.
