Fire & Security Tutor. Job in Southampton Education & Training Jobs

FIND | Creating Futures; Hedge End; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading training provider is seeking a Commercial Fire & Security Instructor to deliver engaging training across the UK. This role involves designing course content and mentoring learners in Fire and Security systems, with comprehensive training provided to aid transition into teaching. Candidates should possess a strong technical background in the field and a passion for education.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension scheme

Training and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong technical background in Fire & Security systems required.
• Genuine passion for teaching and mentoring others.
• Excellent communication skills and adaptability in delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of practical courses face-to-face and remotely.
• Design and update course materials to align with industry standards.
• Monitor trends to keep training relevant and engaging.

Skills

Technical background in Fire & Security systems

Teaching and mentoring

Excellent communication skills

Tools

e-learning platforms

learning management systems

Job description

Commercial Fire & Security Instructor

Location - Depending on training schedules. Your week might include delivering a multi-day session on-site across the UK, followed by remote planning, course creation, or virtual delivery at home.

National travel will be expected when required.

Salary - If no training experience, circa £40k DOE until fully qualified. Rising to high £40's once qualified.

Are you an experienced Fire & Security professional ready to inspire and upskill the next generation? We're looking for a hands-on technical trainer to deliver engaging, high-impact training across a wide range of systems. From fire alarms and access control to CCTV and intruder detection.

Full training will be provided and you will be put through a teaching qualification.

You'll work with learners from across the sector, from new starters to seasoned engineers helping them gain confidence, competence, and recognised qualifications and courses.

What You'll Be Doing?

• Lead the delivery of practical, interactive courses both face-to-face across the UK and remotely via online platforms
• Design, update, and maintain course materials in line with current industry practices and technologies
• Tailor training content to suit the specific needs of commercial clients
• Support learners working toward regulated qualifications (e.g. EAL, FireQual)
• Monitor trends and emerging technologies to ensure training stays relevant and up-to-date
• Ensure a consistently high standard of delivery and learner engagement

What we're looking for?

• Strong technical background in Fire & Security systems (fire systems experience highly desirable)
• A genuine passion for teaching and mentoring others
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt your delivery to suit a range of learner needs
• Confident working independently and contributing to a collaborative training team
• Comfortable with digital tools, including e-learning platforms and learning management systems
• Previous training or assessment experience is a bonus but not essential if you're keen to develop in this area

Salary & Benefits:

• Starting salary circa £40K (dependent on experience)
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Training and professional development opportunities

Training Provided

Comprehensive training is fully funded to support a smooth transition into teaching.