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Fire Safety Lead Instructor
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Lead Fire Safety Instructor
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 within the Prevention & Protection arena.
As part of our commitment to building an inclusive and diverse workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from people who are from Black, Asian and other ethnic minority backgrounds.
Whilst this role would ideally be based onsite at the Fire Service College full time, hybrid working would be considered for the right candidate.
What you'll be doing:
- Assisting in the management, development and maintenance of the training delivery team including full time and associate tutors.
- Providing 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.
What we're looking for:
Essential
- Previous experience of leading a team in a Regulatory (FRS) environment or similar.
- Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety or Level 4/5 Diploma/Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment (or equivalent).
- 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).
- 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.
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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 up 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.
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Equal Opportunities
At Capita, we're committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you'd like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we'll get back to you to discuss.
For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.
If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - CPScareers@capita.com.
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