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.
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What is the minimum hourly rate for welder jobs in the United Kingdom from April 2026?
As per GOV.UK, the National Living Wage rate for workers aged 21 and over is £12.21 per hour from 1 April 2026. Welders must be paid this rate for every hour worked including overtime at time-and-a-half. Employers in manufacturing and construction sectors are required to record all hours and issue itemised payslips.
How many hours per week can a welder legally work in the United Kingdom including overtime limits?
As per GOV.UK, the average working week is limited to 48 hours over a 17-week reference period under the Working Time Regulations. Welders may opt out of the limit in writing but must still receive 5.6 weeks of paid annual leave including bank holidays. Night shifts for welders require health assessments every 2 years.
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As per GOV.UK and HMRC, welders with annual earnings above £12,570 use tax code 1257L and pay 8% National Insurance on earnings between £12,570 and £50,270. Income tax is charged at 20% on earnings from £12,571 to £50,270. Employers must deduct tax and NI through PAYE and submit monthly to HMRC.
What visa route and salary threshold apply for non-UK welders applying for skilled work in the United Kingdom in 2026?
As per GOV.UK, non-UK welders must apply under the Skilled Worker visa with a minimum salary of £38,700 or the going rate for the occupation code 5211. The visa requires a Certificate of Sponsorship from a licensed UK employer and English language at B1 level. Processing takes up to 8 weeks with an Immigration Skills Charge of £1,000 per year.
