Senior Police Firearms Trainer

Jobs at Kent Police and Essex Police; Boreham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Essex Police invites applications for a Police Staff Firearms Instructor in the Weapons Training Team. You will deliver and maintain high-quality firearms training for officers and specialist departments across the force, in a supportive team environment.

The role requires 3–5 years firearms and training experience, completion or eligibility for the National Firearms Instructors Course, and security vetting.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years practical firearms and training experience.
• Hold or be capable of passing the National Firearms Instructors Course.
• A full UK driving licence; MV and SC clearance required.
• Ability to analyse information and prepare course materials using Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and maintain high-quality firearms training for officers and specialist departments across the force.
• Identify training needs and design fit-for-purpose courses.
• Debrief course participants clearly to support their development.
• Maintain professional standards and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

Firearms training

Training needs analysis

Communication skills

Report writing

Education

National Firearms Instructors Course

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Essex Police invites applications for a Police Staff Firearms Instructor in the Weapons Training Team. You will deliver and maintain high-quality firearms training for officers and specialist departments across the force, in a supportive team environment.

The role requires 3–5 years firearms and training experience, completion or eligibility for the National Firearms Instructors Course, and security vetting.