Job Title
Instructor – Fire Service College
Job Description
The Fire Instructor plays a key role in the delivery, coordination, and continuous improvement of the Firefighter Foundation Development Programme. The FSC is embarking on transformation that will see curriculum move from a traditional model to hybrid delivery that maximises our unique assets and facilities whilst still delivering high quality theoretical learning. Our aim is to take a ‘digital first’ approach that maximises the use of teaching technologies effectively. At the centre is the ambition to create a world‑class learning experience while being the leading thinker in Fire and Rescue training.
To ready ourselves for this journey we are looking to enhance the Learning Delivery and Transformation Team with people who can bring innovation in teaching and learning, have experience embedding a blended learning approach into an educational context, and are keen to drive forward resilience training of the future.
Responsibilities
- Provide professional teaching capability to support learning and development across the range of FSC courses, fire & rescue service qualifications, and wider private sector training.
- Deliver instructor duties including providing feedback to delegates and, when required, act as a syndicate lead as part of personal development.
- Ensure the health, safety and welfare of learners, colleagues and visitors, including delivery off site at other training venues.
- Support the FSC annual delivery plan by actively seeking opportunities, broadening skills to support the requirement for delivery tutors to be skilled in a range of specialist areas, and assist with the delivery of courses beyond these.
- Promote core values and an organisational culture that positively reflects best practice on equality and diversity issues and that meets the Fire Service College’s legal and ethical obligations.
- Promote a positive attitude towards the development and maintenance of a Health and Safety culture throughout the organisation.
Qualifications
- Qualified Firefighter instructor with experience in a uniformed training environment (preferably Fire & Rescue Service or a recognised fire training establishment).
- Strong understanding of the Fire Sector and working knowledge of the Qualifications and Curriculum Framework.
- Nationally recognised training qualification (AET L3 minimum) plus relevant assessor awards; willing or able to obtain Internal Verifier accreditation.
- Holds or is working towards SFJ Level 3 BAI, SFJ Level 3 TVI, CFBTI Level 3 or equivalent.
- Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Proven ability to work effectively within a team and deliver excellent customer service.
- Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
About the Fire Service College
The Fire Service College (FSC) is a world‑renowned further education training college that provides a range of resilience‑focused courses and programmes ranging from apprenticeships to fully accredited qualifications. On a 300‑acre site FSC offers both practical and classroom‑based learning in addition to remote/customer site delivered courses. FSC courses and programmes are accredited with SFJ Awards, Highfields, Institution for Fire Engineers, FireQual, Lantra, JOIFF and Proboard/NFPA. Customers include fire and rescue services, police forces, ambulance services, the military, various commercial organisations and individuals seeking to further their careers.
Benefits
- Salary up to £38,500 depending on skills & experience.
- 23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave.
- Company‑matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks and additional benefits.
- Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – discounts on retail and socialising, health & wellbeing, travel and technology.
- Opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteer for charity partners or causes of your choice.
- Access to Employee Network Groups representing all strands of diversity.
- Subsidised canteen, bar and gym facilities onsite (free membership).
- Free accommodation during the working week if required.
- Free parking onsite.
- Better work‑life balance.
- Opportunity to gain further qualifications and upskill.
Equal Opportunity
At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier‑free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We are an equal opportunity and Disability‑Confident employer. If you would like to discuss any adjustments you might need during the recruitment process, please contact reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318.
Location
Moreton-in-Marsh, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
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