Fire Safety Lead Instructor

The Fire Service College: Where excellence meets resilience at the ultimate training ground for firefighting professionals.

As a Lead Fire Safety Instructor you will be responsible for assisting in managing the Fire Service College (FSC) Protection & Prevention (Fire Safety) Delivery Team.

We are looking for committed and passionate individuals who share our vision and would like to be part of changing teaching and learning team within the Prevention & Protection arena.

Job Title

Fire Safety Lead Instructor

Job Description

What you’ll be doing

• Assisting in the management, development and maintenance of the training delivery team including full time and associate tutors.
• Provide training/instruction in Fire Safety and Risk – these courses will be delivered both virtually/digitally and face to face, travel may be required
• Assessing and marking delegate’s work
• Ensuring appropriate teaching resources are in place to address customer needs
• Making sure the learning environments and resources are fit for purpose to enable all learning outcomes to be achieved
• Supporting with ongoing development of course content
  
  

Essential

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience of leading a team in a Regulatory (FRS) environment or similar
• Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (or equivalent) or  Fire Risk Assessment (L3Cert / L4Cert FRA)
• You must be competent in Fire Safety and/or Building Regs and/or Quality Assurance and be passionate about the fire safety sector. 
• Experience of technical fire safety, ADB, BS 9999, BS 9991, BS 9251, fire risk assessment, auditing and enforcement, fire protection, or fire engineering in all environments, from domestic, commercial and industrial premises. 
  
  

Desirable

• A1 Assessors / RQF / CAVA / TAQA

Level 3 Award in Education and Training (RQF) (or PTLLS)

Level 4 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) and Fire Investigation (Level 5 or Degree) would be an advantage. 

Be competent in the use of digital resources such as Microsoft Office products. Training will be provided for our bespoke delivery systems

L5 Fire Investigation would be an advantage

About Fire Service College

At Capita - Fire Service College we’re training the next generation of firefighters to respond to any emergency and create a safer world. The College is one of the world’s leading organisations for fire prevention, protection and response. We provide dedicated, accredited training for emergency service professionals, as well as commercial and public sector clients around the globe. We have one of the largest operational fire and rescue training facilities in the world, with a unique training environment, sports centre and expert instructors. Visitors and learners can train and exercise in a realistic and challenging environment, with a learning experience that is second to none.

What’s in it for you?

• Offering a salary of £48,000 to £52,000 depending on skills & experience
• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
• Subsidised canteen, bar and gym facilities onsite (free membership)
• Free accommodation during the working week (terms apply)
• Paid expenses for any travel
• Free parking onsite
• Better work life balance
• Opportunity to gain further qualifications and upskill
• You will work at a world-renowned further education training college
  
  

Unlock Your Potential with Capita

At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career. Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose

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What We Hope You’ll Do Next

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

Equal Opportunities

Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We’re a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318.

For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website.

For general queries, email CPScareers@capita.com.

Location:

Moreton In Marsh

,

United Kingdom

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent