Role Summary
Cyber Security Trainer (Hourly / Associate)
Contract Type: Freelance / Associate / Part-time (Per Hour)
Location: Harrow (onsite) and/or Online (remote delivery)
Pay: Hourly rate between £12.85 and £16.50 per hour depending on experience
Overview
We are looking for an experienced and confident Cyber Security Trainer to deliver practical, learner-focused training. You will teach key cyber security concepts and employability-focused skills through interactive sessions, examples, and guided labs. Delivery will be from our Harrow venue and/or online depending on cohort requirements. This is an hourly role, ideal for trainers with strong cyber security knowledge and the ability to support learners at different levels.
Responsibilities
* Training Delivery
* Deliver structured cyber security sessions aligned to agreed learning outcomes
* Plan lessons and learning materials to suit different learner levels
* Deliver engaging training through demonstrations, activities, and practical exercises
* Promote a positive and inclusive learning environment
* Adapt delivery for learners who are new to IT and cyber security
* Learner Support
* Support learners with coursework/assignments (where applicable)
* Monitor learner progress and provide guidance and feedback
* Offer 1-to-1 support sessions when required to help learners stay on track
* Admin & Quality
* Maintain registers, progress records, and learner feedback notes
* Support programme outcomes such as achievement and progression
* Follow organisational policies including safeguarding, Prevent, equality & diversity, and GDPR
Typical Topics You May Teach (Depending on Programme)
* Cyber security fundamentals (threats, vulnerabilities, risk, security controls)
* Common cyber attacks (phishing, malware, ransomware, social engineering)
* Password security, MFA, access control and safe authentication
* Network security basics (firewalls, VPN concepts, secure Wi-Fi)
* Device and endpoint security basics
* Security monitoring and incident response fundamentals
* Data protection and cyber safety in the workplace
* Secure remote working and best practices
* Introduction to cyber tools and labs (safe / controlled environments)
Essential Requirements
* Strong working knowledge of Cyber Security (industry or training experience)
* Confident delivering sessions to groups onsite in Harrow and/or online
* Excellent communication skills and ability to explain technical topics clearly
* Ability to motivate learners and manage a classroom/virtual cohort
* Organised approach to documentation and learner tracking
Desirable (Not Mandatory)
* Any teaching/training qualification (e.g., AET/PTLLS)
* Assessor qualification (CAVA/TAQA) or experience assessing learner work
* Cyber security certifications (e.g., Security+, Network+, CySA+, CEH, CCNA, Microsoft security)
* Experience delivering adult skills, employability programmes, or funded training
* Familiarity with LMS/e-portfolio platforms
Hours
* Flexible hourly delivery depending on timetable
* Opportunities for ongoing delivery across multiple cohorts
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