Watch Manager – General Training Instructor, Learning and Development – Royal Berkshire Fire an[...]

National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.; Ascot; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A fire and rescue service in Ascot is seeking a Watch Manager – General Training Instructor to oversee training and development. The role involves designing and implementing training plans for trainee and competent operational staff. Candidates should have a passion for staff development and necessary qualifications. The salary ranges from £44,038 to £48,202 plus a training allowance, and applicants need to demonstrate their skills and knowledge during a presentation task and interview.

Qualifications

• Must be a Competent Crew Manager or above.
• Completion of Level 1 Incident Command qualification.
• Good knowledge of learning and development principles.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, and implement training and assessment.
• Assess candidates and support development plans.

Skills

Passion for staff development

Teaching qualification

Knowledge of learning and development principles

Job description

Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen within Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue Service for a Watch Manager – General Training Instructor, Learning and Development.

You will have a passion for and proven interest in the development of staff and be committed to maintaining high standards of performance whilst working in a stimulating and challenging environment.

By reporting to one of the L&D Station Managers, you will be responsible for the design, planning and implementation of centrally delivered training and assessment of trainee, development and competent operational staff on behalf of the RBFRS Learning and Development Centre.

Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring candidates are assessed and, where necessary, supporting the design and implementation of development plans to support both the candidate and their Line Manager.

Eligibility

Applications are restricted to Competent Crew Managers or above who have successfully completed a Level 1 Incident Command qualification and have maintained their knowledge and skills. You will already hold a teaching qualification or equivalent training and have a good knowledge of the fundamental principles of learning and development.

Applicants will be expected to detail their knowledge, skills, and experience against the relevant Personal Specification contained within the Job Profile.

Application and Selection Process

Stage One: Supporting Statement

Eligible staff wishing to apply for this role should apply through the portal, submitting a Supporting Statement (restricted to 1000 words). If you are interested in applying for this position click Apply now.

Stage Two: Role based task and Behavioural and Competency-based Interview

Shortlisted candidates will be assessed for suitability for the role by means of a behavioural and competency-based interview alongside a presentation task.

Please see the role based presentation task instructions which are provided in advance to allow you to start considering your approach.

If you are successful at shortlisting, you will deliver the presentation and have a professional discussion before interview.

The task-led assignment is a presentation lasting no longer than 15 minutes on the following topic:

What is your understanding of Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) and how will you contribute towards embedding EDI into operational training?

Consider how you would address the diverse needs of all learners, ensuring equal access to training opportunities, while also acknowledging the current cultural challenges within the Fire Service.

Salary: £44,038 (Development) - £48,202 (Competent WMB) plus training allowance

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