FirefighterCrew Commander Breathing Apparatus team

Breathing Apparatus Instructor Competent Firefighter or Crew Commander

Publish date: 15 October 2025

Closing date: 22 October 2025 11:59pm

Salary: Competent Firefighter or Crew Commander Rate (this role also attracts additional allowances subject to qualifications held).

Overview

West Midlands Fire Service (WMFS) is the second largest fire and rescue service in England serving an area of 902km square and a population of over 2.9 million people.

Our vision is Making the West Midlands safer stronger and healthier.

This vision and the strategic goals outlined in Our Strategy are what drives the people professionalism and pride with which we serve our communities.

The WMFS Operational Training and Development Function are pleased to invite applications from high performing competent Firefighters or in development Crew Commanders to join our Breathing Apparatus (BA) Training Team.

This is an exciting and challenging role that requires the highest levels of commitment and motivation. WMFS prides itself on the realistic BA training it provides to our firefighters and we are always seeking new and innovative methods to support training and development.

Having valid BAi FBTi & PPVi qualifications is preferable although consideration will be given to individuals that do not hold these on case-by-case basis but who can demonstrate a keen interest and good knowledge in this area and transferable skills.

This is a challenging role that requires the highest levels of commitment which involves delivering BA training and assessments to both our Trainees and Operational Firefighters in support of our recently introduced OTDM training model.

Please note that due to the nature of this role successful applicants will be expected to remain in this post for a minimum of two years.

The post requirements are for full time members of staff. Secondments will be considered for those holding the relevant qualifications.

Responsibilities

• provide BA training and assessments to our recruits and operational firefighters
• be a point of contact and subject matter advisor for BA
• advise and support on the development of BA procedure policy and learning materials
• manage health and safety requirements at our BA training facilities
• identify and implement new training and assessment methods to support the application of BA in the operational environment.

Experience and skills Essential

• demonstrate strong leadership with the ability to motivate others and instil a sense of pride and professionalism
• experience of assessing and teaching in relation to BA
• good understanding of coaching and mentoring others to maximise their potential
• possess the personal resilience to be able to provide constructive feedback when performance standards have not been achieved
• need to work flexibly to support functional requirements
• a current UK driving licence.

Desirable

• teaching and assessing qualification
• current and valid Positive Pressure Ventilation Instructor qualification.

Diversity

We welcome applications from all eligible candidates. However as women and Black and minority ethnic employees are currently under-represented in our service we particularly encourage applications from these groups.

WMFS is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and adults. We expect the same of every staff member. Successful candidates will be subject to necessary pre-employment checks including - where applicable - relevant level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check qualifications medical clearance identity and right to applicants will be required to provide two suitable references. How to apply

Please provide a 500-word summary detailing your suitability experience and qualifications that support this role.

Following the initial sift applicants will be invited for interview and further assessments if necessary.

Please also supply certificates/evidence of relevant qualifications.

Questions

If you have any questions about the role or would like an informal discussion please contact Neil Baker onor by email at

Job Summary

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