Training and Development Advisor

• Address: Suffolk Fire & Rescue Training Centre Wattisham Flying Station Great Bricett IP7 7RA but required to work Service wide.
• Salary: Crew Manager or Watch Manager
• Hours: 42 per week (working a Nine day fortnight) flexible working options available
• Contract: Permanent (Potential Temporary Development positions will also be available)

As a modern flexible and effective organisation were driven to make a positive difference to the environment the communities we serve and the careers of our people. Thats why when you join us as a Training Instructor youll be encouraged to share your fresh thinking and empowered to explore new ideas that will shape and improve our services as well as your career.

Reimagine the possibilities.

Your role and responsibilities

• You will work closely with and support OTD Watch Managers and department manager
• Ensuring readiness of OTD resources and equipment is a daily requirement
• You may be required to act as a department representative at meetings as appropriate such as operational change working groups etc
• Evaluate all training and development activity provide constructive feedback and act on feedback received.
• You will ensure the health safety and welfare of all personnel.
• You will be involved in all aspects of Operational training from planning testing through to delivery inline with National Operational Guidance.

You will need

• Passionate about making a positive difference for Suffolk.
• Working with Others leads involves and motivates others both within the Fire & Rescue Service and in the community.
• Problem Solving understands and applies relevant information to make appropriate decisions and create practical solutions.
• Situational Awareness - maintains an active awareness of the environment to promote safe and effective working.
• Commitment to Excellence Leads others to achieve excellence by the establishment maintenance and management of performance requirements.

You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Empowering Everyone

Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

For more information

Please contact SM Abigail Dowding for a casual conversation. You can reach her by calling or emailing .

If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.

How to apply

Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (Word).

• Watch Manager
• Crew Manager

Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.

Step 3 Please answer the 4 questions below in 250 words per answer:

• Question 1: What challenges do you think you will face in the first 12 months of becoming an instructor
• Question 2: Can you tell me about a time when you have taken it upon yourself to learn a new skill or develop an existing one
• Question 3: Describe a time when you have made a suggestion to improvetraining at work and what happened next
• Question 4: What does safeguarding look like within the training centre environment

We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling.If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.

Closing date:11 February 2025

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.