Firefighter Training Coach – BA

2 weeks ago


Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom Kent Fire and Rescue Service Full time

Job Title Firefighter Training Coach – BA (Breathing Apparatus) Academy – Job Share available

Location Service Training Centre Maidstone, Ramsgate, Ashford, Rochester

Salary £36,226 per annum pro rata (plus 10% allowance for flexible working)

Hours 42 hours per week (Monday to Friday, with a requirement to work some evenings and weekends)

Ref VR1262

Being a part of Kent Fire and Rescue Service

Everyone is unique. Everyone has value. Everyone helps to make Kent Fire and Rescue Service a great place to work. We are one team. Together with our customers we are creating a safer future for Kent and Medway.

What you will do

  • Conduct training sessions and drills to educate Firefighters on various firefighting techniques, safety procedures, and equipment operation.
  • Assess colleagues knowledge, understanding and skills during training sessions.
  • Evaluate the performance of Firefighters during training exercises and provide constructive feedback for improvement.
  • Stay updated on new firefighting technologies, techniques, and regulations to ensure training programs are current and effective.
  • Coach and mentor colleagues offering guidance and advice.

What you will bring

  • Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of firefighting techniques, equipment, and safety procedures.
  • Teaching and Coaching Skills: Ability to effectively communicate complex concepts in a clear and understandable manner, tailoring your communication style to a diverse individuals and experience levels.
  • Training Development: Experience in designing and developing training programs, including lesson plans, presentations, and practical exercises, to ensure firefighters are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.
  • Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust training methods and materials in response to evolving firefighting practices, technological advancements, and regulatory changes.
  • Leadership: Demonstrated leadership qualities to inspire and motivate firefighters, fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism, and teamwork within KFRS (Kent Fire & Rescue Service)
  • Analytical Skills: Aptitude for assessing training needs, evaluating performance, and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Professionalism: Exemplary conduct and ethical standards, serving as a role model for integrity, responsibility, and accountability within KFRS.

How to Apply

Please complete an online application and CV by midnight on 13 May 2024.

Shortlisted applicants will be required to submit a response to a scenario as part of their application.

Interviews will take place 15, 16 and/or 17 May 2024 and will include a presentation.

We reserve the right to close right this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.

Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We know that great minds don't think alike, so we rely on diverse thoughts, feelings, beliefs and backgrounds to create the best working environment that we can possibly offer.

Kent Fire and Rescue Service, its employees and volunteers, are committed to safeguarding, protecting and supporting children, young people and adults at risk. As part of our safer recruitment process, we will undertake pre-employment checks to verify your suitability for the role. These checks will include your references and a standard or enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Enhanced DBS check with barred lists are carried out for roles with direct and unsupervised access to children, young people and adults at risk. Risk assessments will be undertaken on any disclosures identified as part of the pre-employment checks.

As a Public Sector organisation with added responsibilities under the Equality Act, 2010 the candidate must demonstrate an understanding of what is meant by Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and how this fits in with their everyday work.



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