Crew Manager - Training Delivery BA & Maritime in Exeter, United Kingdom

Summary

The Service have 3 permanent Crew Manager Training Academy – Training Delivery Instructor posts that we are accepting expressions of interest for:

There will be an expectation for the appointed individual to remain in any permanent role for a minimum of 12 months, unless a promotion is obtained.

This position is aligned to the day duty system (DDS) and will attract a 12% training allowance, payable following a period of development in post.

Successful applicant(s) will be given an extensive training and development investment by DSFRS. Initially through attending an internal fire lighting qualification.  Followed by attending external courses to gain qualifications in Breathing Apparatus Instructor (BAI), Compartment Fire Behaviour Training Instructor (CFBTI) and Adult Education Teaching (AET) as well as other opportunities.

About the Crew Manager Training Delivery Instructor role:

The post will be focused primarily on Breathing Apparatus and to support Maritime training delivery.

Where required there will be the need to support training delivery at Severn Park and other locations across the Service.

The role will require you to develop and maintain, through continuous professional development (CPD), your ability to deliver.

You will be expected to support Academy Watch Managers to ensure training materials are current and compliant with National Operational Guidance.

You will need to communicate effectively with people at all levels, both orally and in writing, including preparing reports and evaluations, giving presentations and leading training sessions.

Key responsibilities of our Crew Manager will include:

• Creating an environment where everyone feels safe to learn by promoting the values and the code of ethics.
• Acquire and maintain the ability to deliver on all courses across the Academy.
• Implement effective training and development activities.
• Be highly motivated, self-driven and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Be willing to work flexibly to meet the commitments of the Training Academy.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the post and within the context of the National Occupational Standard Role Map for a Crew Manager.

Find out more and apply

Expressions of interest are invited from suitably experienced and qualified Firefighters and Crew Managers. Eligible applicants will need to meet the following criteria as a minimum:

• Be a competent, substantive wholetime Firefighter and been successful in the Crew Manager promotion board or be a substantive wholetime Crew Manager.
• ITOP or Qualified L1 ICS
• Not subject to formal performance improvement actions, nor have any live disciplinary sanctions

Desirable qualifications for the role:

• Breathing Apparatus Instructor (BAI)
• Compartment Fire Behaviour Training Instructor (CFBTI)
• Adult Education Trainer (AET) or equivalent

If you are interested in this position, you will need to complete the expression of interest application form via the link below.

From 1 April 2024, we have introduced development rates of pay for any new individuals moving into a development or an acting-up role. These pay rates are set out by the National Joint Council.

For more information concerning this position please contact SM Laura Pratt or WM Rachel Taylor

Closing date for applications is 23:59 on Sunday 27 September 2026.

Please ensure your Line Manager is aware of your expression of interest.

Would Line Managers please bring the contents of this advert to the attention of anyone who is eligible to apply who may be on a course or on leave.

Our values

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and all employees must share this commitment and adhere to the Services Safeguarding Policy.

Fire and Rescue Authority roles are listed in Schedule 1 of the Rehabilitation of Offenders act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and as such it is our policy to require all applicants to disclose any criminal convictions (both spent and unspent) including driving offences, cautions and/or reprimands.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Authority are committed to the rehabilitation of offenders, as such any positive disclosures will incorporate a reasonable and proportionate response.

As a Service and as individuals:

• We are proud to help.
• We are honest.
• We are respectful.
• We are working together.

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service recognise and celebrate the vast diversity of the local communities we serve and aspire for this to be reflected in our workforce. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds, experience and beliefs, who share our values to join our team.