Fire & Security Engineering Tutor

Think FE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

33 days annual leave + 3 days over Chr

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance (3x salary)

Family-friendly working hours

Progression opportunities

Collaborative, supportive team culture

Job summary

Think FE is seeking a Fire & Security Engineering Tutor to join its Greater London education team. The role involves delivering the Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship programme and mentoring learners toward rewarding sector careers.

Applicants should have hands-on Fire & Security experience, strong teaching potential, and a willingness to pursue fully funded teaching qualifications. Hybrid working options and progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in Fire & Security installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
• 3+ years on-the-tools experience.
• Relevant industry qualifications (FIA, FireQual, Milestone Advanced).
• Excellent presentation, communication, and classroom management skills.
• Willing to engage in training learners and develop others.
• Willing to complete teaching qualifications (fully funded).
• Flexibility to travel and stay overnight occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging theoretical and practical sessions
• Support and mentor apprentices through their programme
• Ensure health, safety, and quality standards are consistently met
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners to support learner outcomes

Skills

Fire & Security installation

Hands-on technical background

On-the-tools experience

Industry qualifications

Job description

Fire & Security Engineering Tutor – Permanent – Greater London

A forward-thinking college in Greater London is seeking a Fire & Security Engineering Tutor to join its technical education team. This role is ideal for an experienced Fire & Security professional looking to take the next step into education and training.

The Role

You’ll deliver high-quality training on the Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship programme, supporting learners as they prepare for rewarding careers in the sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging theoretical and practical sessions
• Support and mentor apprentices through their programme
• Ensure health, safety, and quality standards are consistently met
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners to support learner outcomes

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in Fire & Security installation, commissioning, and maintenance
• Strong hands-on technical background with at least 3 years of on-the-tools experience
• Relevant industry qualifications (e.g. FIA, FireQual, Milestone Advanced, etc.)
• Excellent presentation, communication, and classroom management skills
• A passion for developing others and a willingness to engage in training learners
• Commitment to professional development – willingness to complete fully funded teaching qualifications
• Flexibility to travel and stay overnight occasionally if required

Nice to Have

• Experience supervising apprentices or delivering training
• Prior teaching or training background (desirable but not essential)

What We Offer

• Salary: £38,000–£48,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid working: Mon (WFH), Tue–Fri in-office
• 33 days annual leave + 3 days over Christmas
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Family-friendly working hours
• Progression opportunities – including fully funded qualifications
• Collaborative, supportive team culture

Posting Date

14th August, 2026

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