Fire and Security Engineering Tutor

Think FE; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist training provider in Greater London seeks a Fire & Security Engineering Tutor to deliver apprenticeship programmes. The role involves teaching, supervising apprentices, and maintaining quality standards. Required qualifications include strong practical experience and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary between £38,000 and £48,000, along with benefits like 33 days of annual leave and career progression opportunities. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to transition into education or seeking a new challenge.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance (3x salary)

Career progression and CPD opportunities

Support for teaching qualifications

Family-friendly hours and hybrid flexibility

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ industry experience is essential.
• Candidates with less than 3 years' experience may be considered if they bring recent hands-on skills and a strong desire to teach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured teaching and assessment.
• Supervise and support apprentice engineers.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons.
• Contribute to curriculum development.
• Maintain accurate records.

Skills

Strong practical experience in Fire & Security installation, commissioning, and maintenance

Excellent presentation and communication skills

Confident in delivering practical and theory-based learning

Education

Recognised teaching qualification (or willingness to work toward one)

Job description

Fire & Security Engineering Tutor

Location: Greater London

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £38,000 – £48,000 per annum

Start Date: ASAP (or when filled)

Hours: Full-time (Mon–Fri office based, with WFH on Mondays)

A highly regarded, specialist training provider in Greater London is looking for a Fire & Security Engineering Tutor to deliver their Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician apprenticeship programme. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced industry professional ready to take their next step into education—or an established tutor looking for a new challenge.

The Role:

• Deliver structured teaching and assessment across Fire, Emergency & Security Systems Technician standards.
• Supervise and support apprentice engineers in both technical and personal development.
• Plan and deliver engaging, technically accurate lessons with hands-on learning opportunities.
• Contribute to curriculum development and progress planning.
• Maintain accurate records and adhere to quality standards.

About You:

• Strong practical experience in Fire & Security installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Deep technical knowledge in one or more of: SIA, FireQual, Milestone Advanced, or equivalent.
• Confident in delivering practical and theory-based learning.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Ideally, hold a recognised teaching qualification (or be willing to work toward one).
• Minimum of 3 years’ industry experience is essential.
• Willing to travel occasionally to support delivery needs.
• Candidates with less than 3 years’ experience may be considered if they bring recent hands-on skills and a strong desire to teach.

What’s On Offer:

• £38,000–£48,000 salary (depending on experience and qualifications)
• 33 days annual leave (plus 3-day Christmas closure)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Career progression and CPD opportunities
• Support for teaching qualifications (if required)
• Family-friendly hours and hybrid flexibility
• A collaborative, experienced technical teaching team

Next Steps:

Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

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