Training Centre Instructor
Being part of Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service (CFRS) isn’t just about fighting fires - it’s about also making a difference through innovation and collaboration. We’re looking for a Training Centre Instructor. This is your chance to apply your skills where it really matters. If you're looking for a role where you can make a real difference all the while growing your career, CFRS could be the perfect place for you.
Salary: £41,562 pa, pro rata for part time hours
Hours: 20 Hours per week
Contract: Two-year fixed term contract
Location: Huntingdon
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join us as a Training Centre Instructor. In this key role, you will prepare, support, deliver, and assess training, helping to ensure our workforce is equipped with the skills, knowledge, and confidence required to perform safely and effectively.
You will play a leading role in the design and delivery of high-quality operational training programmes, including Breathing Apparatus, Fire Behaviour, Tactical Ventilation, RTC instruction, and Firefighter Phase 1 and 2 Development. Working within a supportive and professional learning environment, you will coach, mentor, and assess learners while promoting a strong culture of safety, inclusion, equality, and continuous improvement.
Key responsibilities include:
- Developing and delivering operational training courses and refresher programmes
- Assessing candidates against operational competency standards and providing structured feedback
- Designing instructional materials aligned to national guidance and local policy
- Serving as Safety Officer during training exercises and promoting best practice in Health and Safety
- Preparing training environments and ensuring compliance with risk assessments and safe systems of work
- Supporting learners through bespoke development plans and progression pathways
- Contributing to organisational improvement initiatives and maintaining alignment with national operational standards
- Championing the Service’s vision, values, and commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and experienced operational instructor who is passionate about developing others and shaping the future workforce of the Service.
About you:
We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced individual with a strong operational firefighting background and a passion for training, coaching, and development.
You will possess excellent communication and instructional skills, with the ability to engage and inspire learners from a range of backgrounds and experience levels. You will be confident assessing operational competence, providing constructive feedback, and supporting individuals to achieve their full potential.
The ideal candidate must have:
- Full UK driving licence
- Proven operational firefighting experience
- Experience delivering both practical and classroom-based training
- Breathing Apparatus Instructor qualification
- Tactical Ventilation Instructor qualification
- Fire Behaviour Training Instructor qualification
- Strong understanding of operational procedures, tactics, and national guidance
- Excellent organisational, communication, and IT skills
With the following also being desirable for the role:
- Level 3 Award in Teaching & Training
- Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement
Whilst, most importantly, you will share our commitment to professionalism, inclusion, continuous improvement, and delivering excellence for the communities we serve.
Why choose CFRS?
At CFRS, our people are our greatest strength. We take pride in our culture of inclusivity, collaboration, and professional development.
A Service that values you:
94% of our employees care about the future of CFRS
88% are proud to work for CFRS
78% would recommend CFRS as a great place to work
A culture that inspires and motivates:
81% our people would still like to be working here in two years’ time
83% feel motivated to give their best every day
82% are satisfied with CFRS as an employer
Opportunities for growth – whether it’s learning new technologies, supporting projects, or gaining industry certifications, we support professional development every step of the way.
A culture of innovation and inclusion – we foster an environment where your ideas matter, and where every individual is valued, included, and empowered to excel.
When you join CFRS, you'll benefit from
- Career progression and specialist training – Whether you want to develop new skills, gain qualifications, or advance into leadership, we’ll give you the opportunities to grow.
- Health and wellbeing support – Your wellbeing matters. We provide access to mental health resources, an Employee Assistance Programme, and occupational health services to support you throughout your career.
- A culture of inclusion and belonging – We don’t expect you to fit a mould—we want you to bring your whole self to the job.
- As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, with inclusion ambassadors and networks in place to champion every member of our team.
Additional rewards and benefits
- 28 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), increasing with long service
- Competitive pension scheme
- Family-friendly policies, including flexible working
- Free on-site parking (site-specific)
- Access to Blue Light Discounts at hundreds of retailers and events
How to apply
To apply for this opportunity, please review the Recruitment Pack, complete an EDI Form and send your CV and covering Letter (detailing your suitability for the role in line with the person specification held in the recruitment pack) to recruitment@cambsfire.gov.uk
*Please note any CVs submitted without a Covering Letter will not be considered.
Closing date: 12noon 8th June 2026