Learning & Development Instructor (Firefighter Apprenticeship Support)

Job Introduction An opportunity has arisen to join Surrey Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS), as an operational Instructor in the Learning and Development department at Wray Park Training Centre, Reigate, Surrey, leading on Firefighter Apprenticeships. External Applications are invited from competent Crew Commanders (CC), and Watch Commanders (WC), who have Instructing (PTLLS or Level 3 Award in Education and Training), Assessor (CAVA or A1 full assessors award) qualifications and experience in the Fire & Rescue Service. Internal Surrey Fire and Rescue Service staff interest is accepted for competent Firefighters, Crew Commanders (CC), and Watch Commanders (WC), who do not hold an Instructing (PTLLS or Level 3 award in Education and Training) and/or Assessors (CAVA or A1 full assessors award) qualification, who will be supported and developed to obtain these. Operational staff will be required to maintain operational competencies by carrying out a duty shift per month at one of our Stations at your substantive rank. Job Introduction You will become a skilled and knowledgeable Instructor, leading on Firefighter Apprenticeships. You will be responsible for the research, development, and delivery of all learning materials for your subject area, including maintaining the standards of other instructors. The role will be paid at WC(B) rate if already a competent WC or have successfully achieved an Instructor, Assessing and Teaching Qualification. Prior to this, the role will be paid at WC Development rate. This role attracts an additional 10% enhancement due to the flexible nature of the role. You will be expected to maintain competence in operational duties associated with your substantive role by riding across any of SFRS's Fire Stations at least once per month. Other Information This role is subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory medical, fitness assessment, references and competency review. Additional Information You will be working as a member of our Learning and Development Team. You will be based at Wray Park Training Centre, Reigate and will deliver training both from the centre and across any of SFRS Fire Stations. Interested? The selection process will be as follows: Send your CV and personal statement by 09:00 on the 28th of April 2026. Your personal statement should articulate how your qualifications, knowledge and experience best suit you to the role. 6 th May 2026 – Those selected will be required to: Deliver a 10-minute presentation: What are the key challenges in managing apprenticeship programmes in the Fire and Rescue Service? Take part in an interview based on your experience and knowledge of training and developing staff in a Fire Service environment. This job advert will close at 09:00 on the 28 th of April 2026. Please ensure that all relevant qualifications are added to your application. Interviews and presentations will be carried out on the 6 th of May 2026. Our Commitment Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where: The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups. For an informal discussion about this role please contact Jemma Brodie, Learning, Development & Assurance Manager at Jemma.brodie@surreycc.gov.uk