Fire Protection Trainer / Coordinator
| Posting date: | 18 September 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £33,699 to £37,280 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 October 2025 |
| Location: | Nottingham, NG9 2GQ |
| Company: | Flat Fee Recruiter |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | JobCentreFFR17251 |
Summary
Help shape the future of fire safety! Join Nottinghamshire Fire & Rescue Service as a Fire Protection Trainer / Co-ordinator and play a vital role in training the next generation of Fire Safety Inspectors.
Fire Protection Trainer / Coordinator
Nottingham, NG9 2GQ
- 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday
- Fixed term contract, 24 months
- Grade 5: £33,699 - £37,280
Please note: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK
Have what it takes to train our next generation of Fire Safety Inspectors? Then this role is for you – NFRS is looking for an organised and enthusiastic trainer to take the lead in delivering and managing our Fire Safety qualifications. These nationally recognised qualifications equip individuals with the essential knowledge they need to keep our communities safe. Working with our Fire Protection team, as well as experts in the field, the successful candidate will have a fantastic opportunity to join an effective and supportive team and take ownership of our vital training programme.
While the training is focused on Fire Safety, we would love to hear from all candidates who have experience presenting and delivering training. If you think this opportunity is for you, apply below.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate and deliver Level 3i and Level 3 Fire Safety qualifications
- Assist in the development of CPD to support the ongoing competence of staff
- Assist in the development and production of training packages and aids
- Undertake assessments and mentor candidates who are working towards the completion of the qualifications
- Support both internal and external quality assurance activities
- Provide an internal assurance function to the Service, ensuring that learners are making progress towards the completion of qualifications
Experience/Qualification
- Experience in creating, developing, and delivering training packages to both groups and individuals
- Ability to interpret, simplify, and disseminate information to others
- An understanding of Microsoft Office programs
- Awareness of the Equality Act
- Hold a driving licence (adjustments will be discussed with disabled applicants if required)
Why NFRS?
- Agile Working – NFRS has an Agile Working Policy, which allows our employees to mix office working with working from home to help provide you with more flexibility
- Flexibility – We are family-friendly and are open to considering different working patterns that help you provide a better service to our community while supporting your home life. We also support part-time working
- Annual Leave - 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays and a Christmas concessionary day.
- Pension – Access to a public service defined benefit pension scheme
- Health and Wellbeing - As a Service, we provide a wide range of Health and Wellbeing support to all our employees, which includes access to a Bupa cashback scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, and a dedicated Occupational Health team who are there to support you. Also, all employees receive free access to an on-site gym
- Blue Light Card – working for an emergency service, you will have the ability to apply for a Blue Light Card, which enables discounts on shopping and eating out
- Development – You will have access to both formal and informal professional development opportunities, which will help you advance your career
If you feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for and want to play an integral part in keeping Nottinghamshire communities safe, then we look forward to hearing from you.
How to apply for the role:
If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click “apply” today and you will be directed to the company website where you will be able to submit an application form.
You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please.
Other suitable skills and experience include Training Coordinator, Learning & Development Specialist, Health & Safety Trainer, Fire Safety Officer, Compliance Trainer, Risk Management Trainer, Training Assessor, Vocational Trainer, Workforce Development Officer, E-learning Facilitator.