About the Role
We are seeking experienced Fire and Security engineers to transition into a Tutor / Learner Skills Coach role at our Dagenham Training Centre. This role involves delivering commercial and industry-recognised training to upskill professionals in the Fire and Security sector.
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, high-quality training to apprentices and commercial learners, combining classroom, practical, and online delivery.
- Deliver regulated qualifications and technical training programmes aligned with industry standards.
- Provide guidance, feedback, and support to help learners achieve their goals.
- Foster an engaging learning environment while maintaining compliance with Government funding rules, Ofsted, and awarding body requirements.
- Represent Skills for Security professionally when delivering commercial training to external clients and partners.
Requirements
- Experienced Fire & Security engineers with strong practical experience in Fire & Security Installation, Commissioning, and Maintenance.
- The ability to demonstrate and teach core industry skills with confidence.
- A minimum of 3 years’ “on the tools” experience.
- A willingness to complete fully-funded teaching qualifications.
- Flexibility to travel and occasionally stay overnight (fully funded).
Skills
- Industry qualifications (FIA, FireQual, Milestone Advanced, etc.).
- Experience supervising or teaching apprentices.
- Great presentation and communication skills.
- A willingness to work towards an accredited qualification e.g. Level 3 Award in Education, higher or equivalent.
Location
- Dagenham Training Centre
Work Type
- Home/hybrid working
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Minimum of 3 years’ “on the tools” experience.
Education Level
- Fully-funded teaching qualifications
- Accredited qualification e.g. Level 3 Award in Education, higher or equivalent.
Salary/Compensations
- Competitive salary with incremental uplifts on successful completion of mandatory training
- Performance related bonus
Benefits
- Access to the company’s pension scheme
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays each year
- Company bonus
- 33 days of annual leave, plus Christmas closure (3 days)
- Enhanced pension contributions
- Family friendly working hours
- Life assurance 3 x salary
- Refer a friend scheme
- Development and progression opportunities
- Funded qualification opportunities
About the Company
- We provide comprehensive training to help you transition into this rewarding role.
- Safer Recruitment: We accept students under 18 years of age and prioritise their safety.
Equal Opportunity
- We will require two references, specifically asking if there is any reason you should not be employed in roles involving responsibility for, or substantial access to, individuals under 18.
- We will need a satisfactory explanation for any gaps in your CV.
- A DBS check will be required before confirming your appointment.
- If appointed, we will need to see your passport or other proof of identity and your original certificates.
