Fire & Security Tutor / Learner Skills Coach – Dagenham
Full Training Provided | Hybrid Working | Excellent Benefits
Are you an experienced Fire & Security Engineer ready for the next stage of your career?
Our client, a respected training provider within the Fire & Security sector, is seeking skilled engineers to step into a rewarding Tutor / Learner Skills Coach position based at their Watford training centre. This is an outstanding opportunity to move off the tools while remaining firmly embedded in the industry – shaping the next generation of engineers and supporting professional upskilling across the sector.
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to deliver industry-recognised and commercially focused training programmes to apprentices and experienced professionals. You'll combine classroom-based teaching, practical workshop sessions and online delivery, helping learners develop both technical expertise and the wider skills needed for long-term career success.
Full training and funded teaching qualifications are provided, making this an ideal move for engineers looking to transition into education.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality, engaging training to apprentices and commercial learners
* Teach regulated qualifications and technical programmes aligned to current industry standards
* Provide structured feedback, coaching and ongoing learner support
* Maintain compliance with Government funding regulations, Ofsted and awarding body requirements
* Represent the organisation professionally when delivering training to external partners and clients
This is a role for someone passionate about developing others and committed to raising standards within the Fire & Security industry.
About You
We're keen to speak with Fire & Security professionals who have:
* A minimum of 5 years' hands-on experience in installation, commissioning and maintenance
* Strong technical knowledge and the confidence to demonstrate and explain industry best practice
* Excellent communication and presentation skills
* A willingness to complete fully funded teaching and assessor qualifications
* Flexibility to travel and stay overnight occasionally (fully funded)
Desirable (but not essential)
* Industry certifications (e.g. FIA, FireQual, Milestone Advanced)
* Experience mentoring or supervising apprentices
* A Level 3 Award in Education and Training (or willingness to work towards it)
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary with incremental uplifts upon successful completion of mandatory training
* Performance-related bonus
* Hybrid/home working model
* 33 days' annual leave plus Christmas closure (3 days)
* Enhanced pension contributions
* Life assurance (3x salary)
* Family-friendly working hours
* Refer-a-friend scheme
* Clear progression and development pathways
* Fully funded qualifications
Safeguarding & Pre-Employment Checks
As the role involves working with learners under the age of 18, safeguarding is a priority. The successful candidate will be required to provide two satisfactory references, explain any gaps in employment history, undergo an enhanced DBS check, and provide proof of identity and original qualifications.