First Aid Trainer (Slough, Berkshire)

British Red Cross; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading humanitarian organization is seeking a First Aid Trainer based in Slough. In this role, you will conduct engaging training sessions, teaching essential life-saving skills and ensuring participants gain the confidence to respond in emergencies. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working arrangements including remote and hybrid options, plus generous annual leave. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a passion for teaching others. The closing date for applications is January 9, 2026.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

36 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Learning & Development opportunities

Employee discounts and benefits

Wellbeing support

Cycle2Work scheme

Qualifications

• Possess a full UK driving licence for at least 2 years.
• Willingness to travel to various training locations.
• Experience delivering training to mixed ability groups.

Responsibilities

• Conduct first aid training and specialist courses.
• Equip people with essential life-saving skills.
• Teach appropriate actions for emergency situations.
• Support individuals in gaining confidence for emergency support.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong listening ability

Problem-solving

Engaging personality

Experience in training delivery

Education

Training or Teaching qualification

Job description

Location : SL1 2YE, Slough, Berkshire, Berkshire, South East, UK First Aid Trainer Location : Slough, Berkshire (candidates must reside within 50-mile radius or plan to relocate to this location)

Salary : £25,209 to £26,997 per annum (qualification dependant)

Hours : 35 per week excluding travel (Mon-Sat, 9-5, occasional evenings) Contract : Permanent

Additional Requirement : Applicants must have a full UK licence (2 years) and access to a vehicle.

Are you interested in taking on a key role in delivering first aid training and specialised courses, teaching essential life‑saving skills?

Are you an enthusiastic individual with excellent communication skills? Join our team as a First Aid Trainer in and deliver high‑quality first aid courses. With over 30 years of experience and ISO : 9001 2008 accreditation, the British Red Cross offers a superior learning experience. You will play a vital role in providing customer‑focused training using diverse techniques to accommodate all learning styles, supported by comprehensive training and ongoing support. Do you have a passion for teaching and helping others? If so, we want to hear from you!

What a day in the life of a First Aid Trainer will involve?

Conducting first aid training and specialist courses, equipping people with essential life‑saving skills.

Teaching the right action to take in different situations, for example when people may be unresponsive or have suffered burns.

Supporting people with their confidence to provide potentially lifesaving support in an emergency.

Travelling to training venues throughout Slough and the surrounding areas.

To be a successful First Aid Trainer, what will you need?

A natural communicator with a confident, engaging personality who thrives when speaking in front of groups.

Have a strong aptitude for actively listening, solving problems, debating ideas, and providing constructive feedback.

Possess a Training or Teaching qualification, or have a willingness to work towards one.

Comfortable working independently and travelling to various training locations using your own vehicle (travel time given back).

Have experience in preparing and delivering a range of training courses, with assertiveness in presenting to mixed ability groups.

Interested? The closing date for applications is 23.59 on Friday 9th January 2026. Interviews commencing in the week of 12th January 2026.

In return for your commitment and expertise, you'll get :

• Flexible working: Remote and hybrid working, flexitime, compressed hours, and job sharing.
• Holidays: 36 days annual leave (including bank holidays) + option to buy 5 extra days.
• Pension scheme: Up to 6% contributory pension.
• Learning & Development: A range of career & learning opportunities.
• Discounts: Blue Light Discount Card, Tickets For Good & employee benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support: Peer Supporters, CiC (EAP) & Headspace App.
• Cycle2Work: Lease a bicycle through the scheme.

We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme for UK‑based roles. During your application, you'll have the option to apply under the scheme. At the British Red Cross, we value diversity and maintain an inclusive environment for all staff and volunteers. We champion our teams in bringing their true selves to work, free from discrimination. This is achieved through reporting and assistance from our internal networks : Race and Ethnic Equality (REEN), LGBT+, Disability and Wellness (DAWN), Gender, Carers, and Young Staff Network.

Together, we are the world's emergency responders