The Flooring Tutor
Training content, fitter directory, job board — for flooring professionals building their career.
Formal NVQ & EPA assessment services for flooring apprentices and employers. Construction vocational assessments by Deane Bisby.
LET'S IMPROVE
FLOORLAYING
TOGETHER
Expert flooring education for apprentices and professionals | Where floor layers learn, grow, and qualify | Training that raises standards across the flooring trade
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I KNOW FLOORS.
INSIDE OUT.
Deane Bisby — The Flooring Tutor With 26 years on the tools and 14 years training and assessing, Deane brings real‑world flooring experience to every lesson. He’s not just teaching the trade — he helped write the updated Floorlayer Apprenticeship Standard, ensuring today’s learners meet the same high standards the industry demands. Known for his straight‑talking, hands‑on approach, Deane bridges the gap between the reality of flooring and the importance of doing it right. His training is built on experience, not theory — trusted by apprentices, assessors, and tradespeople across the UK. No shortcuts. Just real flooring, real standards, and real respect for the craft.
- Qualified Tutor
- Ex-Floortrain Apprenticeship Tutor
- Registered NOCN NVQ Assessor
- Registered NOCN EPA Assessor
- Tik-Tok's very own The_Flooring_Tutor
- Off the tools but still an active Floorlayer
- Helped write the new Floorlayer Standard Apprenticeship
- Assesses the New Level 3 Flooring NVQ
- Assesses Level 3 Occupational Work Supervisor NVQ
WHAT I CAN DO FOR YOU
Practical, no-nonsense training and consulting built on 26 years of real-world experience.
NVQ Assessments
I come to you. Assessing Level 3 Flooring & Work Supervisor NVQs
In-Person & Online Workshops
Hands-on group training for teams and individuals to master techniques.
Online Upskilling
Learn at your pace. Professional techniques on demand, anywhere.
Audits & Troubleshooting
Failing installations? I'll find the cause, fix the problem, and stop it recurring.
Apprentice EPA Guidance
End-Point Assessment preparation and support, from supporting evidence to interview prep.
NVQ Assessor Support
Guidance, evidence collection, and assessment prep for NVQ qualifications.
WATCH & LEARN
Basic skills - Advanced training from sub floor prep to fitting techniques
WHAT INSTALLERS SAY
"Absolutely transformed my LVT game. The pattern scribing alone was worth every penny."
James H.
Bristol
"Best training I've had in 15 years of flooring. Straight-talking, practical, no waffle."
Mark T.
Manchester
"The site visit consultation saved our whole job. Found the substrate issue instantly."
Chris W.
London
GRAB THE KNOWLEDGE
Downloadable resources and masterclasses to level up your installs.
LVT Pattern Scribing Masterclass
£49Master the trickiest part of luxury vinyl installation.
Complete Vinyl Install Checklist Pack
£19Professional pre-install and quality control checklists.
Full Workshop Recording
£996-hour complete flooring installation workshop.
TRUSTED INDUSTRY CONNECTIONS
Training backed by industry bodies, awarding organisations, and leading manufacturers.
LET'S TALK FLOORS
Need a consultation, site visit, or want to book training? Get in touch and let's sort it.