Senior National Firearms Instructor & Training Lead

Avon and Somerset Police; Portishead; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Job summary

Avon and Somerset Police is seeking an experienced PC Accredited National Firearms Instructor to join the Black Rock Specialist Training Centre in Portishead. The role involves designing and delivering firearms training across NPFTC standards, maintaining training records, and assessing officers.

A 10‑hour shift pattern and health screening are expected, with an IOSH qualification to be obtained within 24 months.

Qualifications

• Must be an experienced National Firearms Instructor.
• No live written improvement notices under Police Regulations in last 18 months.
• No live written warnings or extended warnings under Police Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Research, design and deliver training events and courses per NPFTC.
• Maintain firearms training records and issue/withdraw authorisation permits.
• Carry out risk assessments and ensure Health and Safety compliance.
• Develop and assess Authorised Firearms Officers (AFO) for continued suitability.
• Maintain training equipment and ranges and related gear.

Skills

National Firearms Instructor

Training delivery

Firearms tactics

Job description

Avon and Somerset Police is seeking an experienced PC Accredited National Firearms Instructor to join the Black Rock Specialist Training Centre in Portishead. The role involves designing and delivering firearms training across NPFTC standards, maintaining training records, and assessing officers.

A 10‑hour shift pattern and health screening are expected, with an IOSH qualification to be obtained within 24 months.