Firefighter Training & Development Coach

Matchtech; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free accommodation during the working‑

On-site parking

Catering and leisure facilities

Job summary

Matchtech is recruiting a Firefighter Training & Development Coach to join a specialist training team in the Gloucestershire area. This permanent, full-time role delivers practical and theoretical fire and rescue training across professional development programmes, qualifications and private sector courses.

The successful candidate will hold a firefighter instructor qualification with uniformed training experience, and demonstrate strong knowledge of the fire sector.

Qualifications

• Qualified Firefighter Instructor with experience in a uniformed training environment.
• Nationally recognised training qualification such as AET Level 3 or equivalent or willing to work towards.
• Relevant assessor awards and willingness to obtain Internal Verifier accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Delivering high-quality fire and rescue training across classroom, practical and blended learning environments.
• Supporting the delivery and continuous improvement of the Firefighter Foundation Development Programme.
• Providing structured instruction, assessment and constructive feedback to learners and delegates.
• Acting as a syndicate lead when required and supporting the coordination of course activities.
• Delivering training at the main site and other locations where required.
• Ensuring the health, safety and welfare of learners, colleagues and visitors throughout all training activities.
• Supporting the annual delivery plan by developing skills across specialist subject areas and contributing to additional courses.
• Promoting equality, diversity, excellent customer service and a positive health and safety culture.

Skills

Firefighter Instructor

Training delivery

Communication

Teamwork

Health & safety

Education

AET Level 3

SFJ Level 3 BAI

SFJ Level 3 TVI

CFBTI Level 3

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Our client, a world-renowned further education and resilience training provider, is seeking a Firefighter Training & Development Coach to join its specialist training team around the Gloucestershire area. This permanent, full-time role offers the opportunity to deliver practical and theoretical fire and rescue training across a range of professional development programmes, qualifications and private sector courses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering high-quality fire and rescue training across classroom, practical and blended learning environments
• Supporting the delivery and continuous improvement of the Firefighter Foundation Development Programme
• Providing structured instruction, assessment and constructive feedback to learners and delegates
• Acting as a syndicate lead when required and supporting the coordination of course activities
• Delivering training at the main site and other locations where required
• Ensuring the health, safety and welfare of learners, colleagues and visitors throughout all training activities
• Supporting the annual delivery plan by developing skills across specialist subject areas and contributing to additional courses
• Promoting equality, diversity, excellent customer service and a positive health and safety culture

Job Requirements:

• Qualified Firefighter Instructor with experience in a uniformed training environment, preferably within the Fire and Rescue Service or a recognised fire training establishment
• Strong understanding of the fire sector and relevant qualifications and curriculum frameworks
• Nationally recognised training qualification, such as an AET Level 3 or equivalent or willing to work towards
• Relevant assessor awards and a willingness or ability to obtain Internal Verifier accreditation
• SFJ Level 3 BAI, SFJ Level 3 TVI, CFBTI Level 3 or an equivalent qualification, held or currently being developed
• Competence in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication, training and presentation skills, with the ability to provide effective learner feedback
• Commitment to teamwork, continuous improvement, innovation and inclusive learning

Working Arrangements:

• Permanent, full-time position
• Monday to Friday working pattern
• Based in Gloucestershire area
• Free accommodation during the working week, if required
• Access to on-site parking, catering and leisure facilities
• Opportunities to gain further qualifications and develop specialist training skills

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Fire Instructor to contribute to innovative, blended and digital-first learning within a leading fire and rescue training environment.