Instructor

AMB Recruitment Group; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A training institute in Glasgow seeks an experienced instructor for delivering safety-critical training. The role includes training delivery, coaching, assessing delegates, and maintaining operational standards. Ideal candidates will have a recognized teaching qualification and experience in survival-based courses. This is a full-time position aimed at educators passionate about safety and development in training environments.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering survival‑based courses (OPITO / GWO).
• Ability to deliver First Aid courses ideally qualified to FREC Level 4.
• Minimum 6 months sea time preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accredited training courses to industry standards.
• Coach and assess delegates to meet learning objectives.
• Prepare training materials and ensure classroom readiness.

Skills

Teaching experience

Customer service focus

Strong communication

Team player

Planning and organizational skills

Education

Recognized teaching qualification

Assessor qualification

Tools

PowerPoint

Assessment tools

Job description

Location: Glasgow

Employment: Full-time

About the Role

This position is ideal for an instructor who enjoys delivering hands‑on, safety‑critical training and working with a variety of delegates. The role combines training delivery, assessment, course development and maintaining high operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accredited, endorsed and bespoke training courses to industry standards including OPITO, RTITB, HSE, ECITB, NPORS, MCA and RYA.
• Coach and assess delegates to ensure learning objectives are met and any gaps are addressed.
• Follow lesson plans and deliver training in line with scheduled timetables.
• Prepare all training materials and ensure classrooms are fully set up and fit for purpose.
• Manage enrolment-to-certification administration processes accurately.
• Identify opportunities to enhance course content and support updates where required.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of relevant health & safety legislation and industry standards.
• Participate in personal development and meet requirements set out in the competence matrix.

Essential Experience & Qualifications

• Teaching experience with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Assessor qualification.
• Experience delivering survival‑based courses (OPITO / GWO).

Desirable Skills & Background

• Experience teaching Working at Height.
• Ability to deliver First Aid courses (basic & advanced) – ideally qualified to FREC Level 4 or equivalent.
• Minimum 6 months sea time (Ex‑Third Officer or similar maritime background preferred).
• Fast Rescue Craft experience / RYA Powerboat experience.
• Diving experience – minimum Divemaster or equivalent.

Key Competencies

• Strong customer service focus.
• Clear and confident communicator.
• Effective team player who contributes to a positive working environment.
• Strong planning, organisational and administrative capabilities.
• High standard of professionalism and ethical behaviour.
• Commitment to safety, security and continuous improvement.