Fire Instructor
Core
Deliver, coordinate, and continuously improve the Firefighter Foundation Development Programme (FFDP), providing advanced instructional expertise and leadership to ensure high-quality training aligned with National Operational Guidance.
Role type
Senior Fire Instructor / Programme Lead
Builds
Firefighter training curriculum, practical training sessions, digital learning assets (VR, online modules), and risk-assessed training environments.
Domain
Fire & Rescue Services / Emergency Services Training
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Firefighter training delivery (BA, RTC, Pumps/Water, Ladders, Hose & Hydraulics, Fire Behaviour), curriculum development, learner assessment, coaching and mentoring, risk assessment, lesson observation, digital content creation, audit representation
Preferred skills
Advanced instructor qualifications (BAI, RTCI, EFAD Instructor, CFBTI), Assessor or IQA qualification, operational experience in UK Fire & Rescue Service
Technologies
VR content, digital learning platforms, blended learning tools
Responsibilities
Deliver practical and theoretical training across FFDP modules, conduct learner assessments, provide coaching and feedback, standardize training materials, contribute to content modernization, create online/VR learning assets, lead improvement projects, act as competent person for high-risk environments, represent the programme in audits and reviews
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities