Senior Trainer (Carpentry Apprenticeship)

Salary: £42,000 – £48,000 + 10% performance bonus + a Company Car

Working location: Northstowe Training Hub

Employment type: Full time, Permanent

Please note: this role is subject to a DBS background check, carried out as part of our pre-employment screening.

We’re looking for a passionate Senior Trainer to lead the delivery of our Carpentry Apprenticeship Programme at Northstowe. You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality, hands‑on apprenticeship training that supports learners from the workshop to the workplace. You’ll use your construction know‑how to inspire, mentor and guide apprentices to success, ensuring they’re ready for their End Point Assessments and future careers in the trade.

What you’ll be doing:

• Deliver engaging, industry‑relevant carpentry apprenticeship training in line with NHBC, Ofsted and ESFA standards.
• Coach and assess apprentices, ensuring their learning progress and achievements stay on track.
• Keep training materials up to date and aligned with current building regulations, NHBC Standards and best practice.
• Work closely with employers to build strong relationships and ensure their training needs are met.
• Promote NHBC’s training offer and contribute to continuous improvement across our apprenticeship provision.
• Support and mentor colleagues within the training hub to drive quality and consistency.

What we’re looking for:

• Experience delivering or assessing apprenticeships with strong results.
• A background in construction, ideally in house‑building or timber frame carpentry.
• A teaching or assessing qualification (or willingness to work towards one).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills with a passion for helping others succeed.
• Strong understanding of industry standards, health and safety, and regulatory compliance.
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel when needed.

What we offer:

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme
• Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10.5%)
• Life assurance
• Subsidised private medical insurance
• Employee discounts platform
• Two days volunteer leave
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption leave and pay for all new parents
• + many more!

Who we are:

At NHBC, we pride ourselves on being truly unique. No other organisation in our sector matches the range of services and scale we provide. As the market leader, we are recognised as the go‑to for new home warranties and insurance. Our team is united by a core purpose: to raise the standards of house building and protect homeowners.

Why you should join us:

As a modern, family‑friendly employer, we’re in a phase of rapid growth, embracing technology, data and new ways of working. We’re seeking passionate, skilled and driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. Once onboard, you’ll have access to fantastic opportunities for personal and career growth. You’ll receive thorough training, continuous development and the chance to earn recognised qualifications and professional memberships to support your journey. We support flexible working and encourage our colleagues to find a balance that suits them. While we may not be able to accommodate every request, we’re always happy to have a conversation about flexible working arrangements.

Our inclusive culture:

We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We firmly believe in the right of all our employees and customers to be treated fairly, with dignity and respect, and free from discrimination. Our active employee networks support colleagues and their allies, providing safe spaces for open conversations and idea‑sharing.

Safeguarding:

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all individuals and expect all staff to uphold this commitment. Appointments are subject to appropriate safeguarding checks and adherence to organisational safeguarding policies.