Electrical Training Officer - London

Location: Home based with travel around the London area.

Salary: Up to £39,250, depending on skills and experience.

Working pattern/hours: Full time & permanent. Normal working hours are 35 per week, excluding 1-hour main meal break.

Location Specific Technical Allowance: Some employees living and working within the London areas may also be eligible to receive a Location Specific Technical Allowance in line with our current policy.

About JTL: JTL is one of the largest work-based training providers in England and Wales. We work with over 8,000 learners and more than 3,000 employers across England and Wales in more than 100 locations. We are an Ofsted recognised Good provider and a registered charity, meaning every penny JTL receives is reinvested into the training we offer.

About the role: Are you an experienced electrician? Are you ready to trade tools for a rewarding career that impacts lives? Join JTL, a registered Charity and the UK’s leading training provider, and become an Electrical Training Officer supporting the next generation of skilled trades professionals.

Job Purpose: Responsible for the provision of a high-quality assessment and support service within an agreed area in support of the Regional Business Plan including the effective management of apprentice caseloads.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

• Working with all employers to source appropriate new apprentice placements and book college places.
• Ensuring at the point of recruitment, that employers are fully aware of their responsibilities and JTL assessment requirements.
• To work with schools and careers services to promote the career opportunities provided by JTL as appropriate to the audience.
• To carry out apprentice reviews and validating skills gap analyses to make sure initial assessments are accurate and the candidate is registered on the correct pathway.
• To ensure Pre-Placement Vetting for new and existing employers is completed in line with JTL procedures.
• To follow policy related to safeguarding and Prevent and ensure concerns are reported promptly using the correct process.
• Carrying out assessment of evidence against National Occupational Standards (NOS) in line with Company and Awarding Organisation requirements and current TAQA standards.
• Giving constructive feedback and setting SMART targets.
• Setting indicative gateway timescales, based on the outcomes of initial assessment and the setting of achievable learning objectives.
• Supporting in the timely submission and mapping of evidence (VARCS).
• Undertaking pre-EPA training and confirming apprentice readiness for end point assessment at gateway.
• Identifying apprentices at risk of non-completion and arranging appropriate interventions.
• Work alongside the monitoring team to proactively engage with all customers and respond to any relevant queries or issues raised by employers, learners or related parties in a timely and professional manner.
• To foster good working relationships with external parties assisting with industry events when required and maximise promotion of JTL’s products and services.
• To maintain CPD in line with Awarding Organisation requirements and current TAQA standards.

Person Specification:

• Qualified Electrician, NVQ Level 3, recognised Apprenticeship or equivalent, Electrotechnical NVQ3, Certificate in Electrical Installation Theory and Practice level 3.
• Verifiable industry experience as a qualified operative/practitioner.
• Current IET wiring regulations (e.g. 18th Edition) or willingness to upskill on appointment.
• GCSE English & maths A-C, 9-4, NVQ level 2, O’Level A-D or equivalent.
• Recognised Health & Safety qualification (IOSH Managing Safely).
• Assessor qualifications (D32, D33, A1 or TAQA).
• 2391 or equivalent Testing and Inspection qualification.
• Working knowledge of the building services engineering and related industries.

At JTL, we believe in nurturing not only our apprentices, but also our employees. We offer a rewarding career path, excellent benefits, and a culture that values your individuality. We welcome applicants from all sections of the community.

Some of our benefits include:

• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with extra days for long service and a Christmas shutdown.
• Generous pension scheme with matched contributions and additional employer top-up.
• Life assurance and occupational sick pay.
• Optional private healthcare after probation, plus a free annual health check after three years.
• Gym membership discount scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, and access to an Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family.
• CPD support, including funding for professional qualifications, ongoing training, and paid professional memberships.
• Additional benefits such as a corporate wear allowance, retail discounts, and season ticket loans.

Our Safeguarding Commitment: JTL is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all its employees to share this commitment in conjunction with the requirements of the Prevent Duty and the positive promotion of modern British values. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Please note that our organisation will be closed for part of the Christmas and New Year period. As a result, the shortlisting process may take longer than usual, and interviews are likely to be scheduled for early 2026.

Ready to make a difference and build a fulfilling career? Apply today!