Our role in protecting the UK's national security is unique, and it is our highly trained National Firearms Instructors who are responsible for delivering key firearms training to our officers. This crucial role as a National Firearms Instructor (NFI) includes supporting all aspects of firearms training delivery, coaching tactical and range training, classroom-based training, designing training content, lesson preparation, and conducting Authorised Firearms Officer (AFO) assessments.
You will support, develop, and facilitate coaching on firearms tactics and weapon handling to a broad range of officers, from those on Initial Firearms Courses to experienced Firearms Officers completing refresher or specialist courses. The position is full-time on a 10-hour daytime shift pattern, which may include some weekends.
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We have multiple National Firearms Instructor vacancies available, and we offer full training. To be eligible, you must meet one of the following criteria:
* Current and competent National Firearms Instructors from other Police Forces
* Current or former Police Officers who have been operational AFO/ARV or AFO/CT (ideally within the last 18 months)
* Current or former National Firearms Instructors from other backgrounds (e.g., Military)
* Current or former Military Personnel (ideally within the last 18 months) with experience in training (.e.g., skill at arms/CBRN)
Please attach a CV and, if possible, a Police/Military training record to your application, outlining your skills and experience. We will contact you to discuss further.
Desirable Qualifications include:
* Experience instructing in classrooms, conducting exercises, and ranges, such as skill at arms Instructor/Platoon Weapons/RMQ/SA (B) (18)/SA (A) (18)/SA (B) (90)/SA (A) (90), or other relevant qualifications
* Recognised teaching qualification
Location: For more details on Dounreay, Caithness, please visit our locations page.
Training: Your training will depend on your previous qualifications and experience, which will be reviewed upon screening. All training includes accommodation, food, transport, and fuel costs, and you will be paid from day one.
Police Constable NFIs must maintain instructor competence through refresher training but are not operationally deployable police officers.
Additional benefits include:
* Between 176 and 240 hours of annual leave (service-dependent), plus bank holidays
* Recognition of previous police service where applicable
* Enhanced family-friendly and wellbeing policies
* Recognition as one of the Inclusive Top 50 UK Employers 2024/2025
* Free parking and gym access
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Opportunity to join the Blue Light Card scheme for discounts
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to our values. We embrace the diverse experiences, identities, and abilities of our staff and aim to create an inclusive environment.
If you have questions, please visit our recruitment page or contact the Firearms Training Unit Recruitment Officer, Mark Gadsdon.
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