PLUMBING AND DOMESTIC HEATING TECHNICIAN

JOB / ROLE DESCRIPTION

Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician plan, select, install, service, commission and maintain all aspects of plumbing and heating systems.

Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician can find themselves working inside or outside a property. Customer service skills and being tidy and respectful are important qualities as they can often find themselves working in customers’ homes as well as on building sites.

ENTRY REQUIREMENTSIt is desirable to achieve this apprenticeship you will need English and Maths at level 2 or GCSE Grade C, and Information Communication Technology at Level 1 or GCSE Grade D. If you do not have these we can organise delivery prior to the apprenticeship commencing.

BESA SupportWhy choose BESA Training?

• we have over 25 years’experience and cover the UK

• we offer guidance and supportthroughout your apprenticeshipto ensure your goals areachieved

• you will be provided witha dedicated BESA TrainingRepresentative

• we have extensive knowledgeof industry frameworks andqualifications, and will adviseyou on vacancies and pathways

• we will provide you with aSKILLcard and complete theapplication on your behalf.

These are the new Apprenticeships to be introduced for 2017/2018. They are designed by employer groups to be rigorous and respond to employer needs. This Apprenticeship will only be available in England. For more information visit www.thebesa.com/training/trailblazers/new-trailblazer-standards/plumbing-and-domestic-heating-technician/.

APPRENTICESHIP LEVEL: Technician

DURATION: 36-48 months

FUNDING BAND: TBC

CAREER PATHWAY: SupervisorProject Manager

For more information visit www.theBESA.com/training or email training@theBESA.com

WHAT WILL THE PROGRAMME ENTAIL?Apprentices will study towards the Plumbing and Domestic Heating Technician qualification, which includes the following knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs) - core plumbing system techniques, supervisory skills and quality focussed. These will be demonstrated through knowledge tests, practical assignments and submission of a record of work-based activities, followed by an end point assessment.

Employer Development Group

BESA Training would like to thank the following companies for their expert advice and input into the development of this Trailblazer Seddon Construction Ltd, Millside Heating Services Ltd, Parker Bromely Ltd, E C Merrett Ltd, Arthur Padgett Ltd, Coulson Building Group, Gasway, Leaks and Locks, Andrew Crookes Plumbing & Heating and Mitie.

WHEN WILL THE ASSESSMENTS TAKE PLACE?The employer, advised by the training provider, will decide when the apprentice has demonstrated the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours during the on-programme learning and confirm they are ready to access the End Point Assessment.

The apprentice will also need to have achieved:

• It is desirable to achieve this apprenticeship you will need English andMaths at level 2 or GCSE Grade C, and Information CommunicationTechnology at Level 1 or GCSE Grade D. If you do not have these we canorganise delivery prior to the apprenticeship commencing

• Any additional certification or qualifications external to theApprenticeship must be paid for by the employer and will not be coveredby any Apprenticeship Levy or funding.

WHAT IS THE ASSESSMENT?The End Point Assessment tests the expertise built up over the period of the apprenticeship. It includes:

• an on-screen multiple choice examination toassess knowledge

• practical Skills Test to assess the applicationof skills, knowledge and behaviours under testconditions

• an interview to confirm the ability to applyskills, knowledge and behaviours in theworkplace.

WHAT IS AN APPRENTICESHIP?An apprenticeship is a real job with training, enabling you to earn whilst you learn. You will gain qualifications, which are recognised worldwide as well as a vast range of job-specific skills.

As an apprentice you will:

• work alongside experienced staff• gain skills specific to your job• earn a wage and receive holiday pay• study towards a qualification either at college

or a training centre for at least one day a week.

IS AN APPRENTICESHIP RIGHT FOR YOU?Apprenticeships in building services are for both women and men aged 16 or over.

To apply for an Apprenticeship you need to be:• aged 16 and over• living in England or working more than 50% of

your time in England• not in full-time education - you can apply

whilst you are still at school but you will needto have left before starting your apprenticeship

• you will need to have an employer before youstart an apprenticeship. BESA Training will tryto find an employer placement for those thatdo not have one.

SUCCESSFUL COMPLETIONCongratulations on completing your apprenticeship.

You will have achieved either a:

TBC

As a qualified Plumbing and Domestic Heating Engineer you will be able to pursue your career in the Building Services industry.