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Cotswold, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Job title:
Instructor - Fire Service CollegeJob Description:
The FSC is embarking on transformation that will see if curriculum move from a traditional model to hybrid delivery the maximises our unique assets and facilities whilst still delivery high quality theoretical learning. Our aim is to take a ‘digital first’ approach that maximises the use of teaching technologies in effective ways. At the centre, is the ambition to create a world-class learning experience whilst being the leading thinker in Fire and Rescue training.
To ready ourselves for this journey we are looking to enhance the Learning Delivery and Transformation Team with people who can bring innovation in teaching and learning, experience of embedding a blended learning approach into an educational context, and who are keen to drive forward resilience training of the future.
Responsibilities
To provide a professional teaching capability to support learning and development across the range of FSC courses, fire & rescue service qualifications and wider private sector training
To undertake the duties of an instructor including delivering feedback to delegates and when required act as a syndicate lead as part of personal development.
Responsibility to ensure the health, safety and welfare of learners, colleagues and visitors, and delivery off site at other training venues.
To support the FSC annual delivery plan by actively seeking opportunities, broadening skills to support the requirement for delivery tutors to be skilled in a range of specialist areas, and assist with the delivery
of courses that fall outside of these.
Promote our core values and an organisational culture that positively reflects best practice on equality and diversity issues and that meets the Fire Service College’s legal and ethical obligations.
You must promote a positive attitude towards the development and maintenance of a Health and Safety culture through all aspects of the organisation.
About You
Qualified Firefighter instructor with experience in a uniformed training environment (preferably Fire & Rescue Service or a recognised fire training establishment).
Strong understanding of the Fire Sector and working knowledge of the Qualifications and Curriculum Framework.
Nationally recognised training qualification (AET L3 minimum) plus relevant assessor awards; willingness or ability to obtain Internal Verifier accreditation.
Holds (or is working towards):
SFJ Level 3 BAI, SFJ Level 3 TVI,CFBTI Level 3 or equivalent.
Competent in the use of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Proven ability to work effectively within a team and deliver excellent customer service.
Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and innovation
About Fire Service College:
The Fire Service College (FSC) is a world-renowned further education training college that provides a range of resilience focused courses and programmes ranging from apprenticeships to fully accredited qualifications. On a 300-acre site FSC provides both practical and classroom-based learning in addition to remote/customer site delivered courses. FSC courses and programmes are accredited with SFJ Awards, Highfields, Institution for Fire Engineers, FireQual, Lantra, JOIFF and Proboard/NFPA. Customers range from fire and rescue services, police forces, ambulance services, the military, various commercial organisations to individuals who wish to further their careers. FSC attracts learners from international fire and rescue services from the Middle East and across Europe.
Our Vision is for Capita Fire Service College to be a strategic learning partner for our clients. This will allow us to improve our clients’ organisational capability and jointly deliver better business outcomes for them. In order to achieve this, we need to simplify, be truly client focused about our clients and invest in our learning capability.
What’s in it for you?
Offering a salary of up to £38,500 depending on skills & experience
23 days’ holiday (rising to 27) with the opportunity to buy extra leave
Company matched pension, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, 15 weeks’ fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more
Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology
The opportunity to take a paid day out of the office, volunteering for our charity partners or a cause of your choice
Access to our Employee Network Groups, which represent every strand of diversity and allow colleagues to connect and learn from each other on an open, inclusive platform
Subsidised canteen, bar and gym facilities onsite (free membership)
Free accommodation during the working week if required
Free parking onsite
Better work life balance
Opportunity to gain further qualifications and upskill
You will work at a world-renowned further education training college
You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Capita. You’ll be joining a network of experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple disciplines and sectors. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career, and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that. Our purpose is to create a better outcome for you.
Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose
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What we hope you’ll do next:
Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you. We will be in touch with you regarding your application shortly, however if you need to contact our recruitment team please email CPScareers@capita.com
At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer, we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss. For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.
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Location:
Moreton In Marsh,
United KingdomTime Type:
Full timeContract Type:
Permanent
