There are over 13,500 plumbing and heating companies covering 2500 towns and cities in the UK, undertaking installation, emergency repairs and maintenance. The UK plumbing sector is worth £17.2billion, with a 4.3% annual growth over the past five years.
Becoming a plumber can be a lucrative career choice. In the UK the average daily rate for a plumber is between £150 and £200, which could work out to you earning £1,000 a week. This is an industry that is seeing wages increase as well, due to demand. The plumbing industry is facing a skill shortage and a career in this industry could be well paid and a rewarding career choice.
All lecturers are fully qualified plumbers with years of experience
Hourly rate: Up to £15.80 per hour Annual Salary: Up to £35,000 per year
Weekly workshop sessions ensure development of practical skills
86% of plumbers would recommend the trade as a career
“The plumbing courses at South Staffordshire College provide you with the skills and knowledge that is required in this ever-evolving industry. We aim to give you the best start possible for a career in the plumbing industry.”
Chris Dean
Plumbing Lecturer
All plumbing courses are split into practical based sessions held in the purpose built plumbing workshop and theory based sessions delivered in a classroom environment.
All tutors are fully qualified within the plumbing industry and are keen to share their knowledge and skills with you. You also attend regular progress sessions where we set targets and check that you are fulfilling your potential.
You don’t just need to have left school to become an apprentice, we have apprenticeship offers for all ages and are a great way for adults to retrain for a new career. Whatever destination you’ve set your sights on, an apprenticeship will help you get there.
At South Staffordshire College our students come first, and everything we do is aimed at helping you to realise your full potential. We are about careers not courses and our expert staff will make sure you have the skills and knowledge needed to give you that competitive edge for when you start your career within your chosen industry.
As a school leaver, you will be treated as an adult, within a friendly and supportive environment. You’ll enjoy more freedom and independence, and you’ll make many new friends, all with the same passion and journey ahead as you. As an adult, we understand you may feel uneasy about returning to education, but there is no need to be. We have smaller class sizes and supportive tutors to make you feel very welcome.
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