Fire & Security Tutor

Skills4security; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A training organization in Watford seeks an experienced Tutor / Learner Skills Coach to engage with apprentices in the Fire & Security sector. This role involves delivering high-quality industry training and supporting the development of learners. You should possess strong practical experience, a passion for teaching, and a commitment to fostering an engaging learning environment. The position offers a competitive salary, bonuses, and 33 days of annual leave along with hybrid working options.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Company bonus

33 days of annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Life assurance 3 x salary

Development and progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years 'on the tools' experience in Fire & Security.
• Strong practical skills in Commissioning and Maintenance.
• Willingness to travel and stay overnight, if necessary.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging training to apprentices and learners.
• Ensure compliance with Government funding rules and Ofsted requirements.
• Support learners in achieving their goals.

Skills

Practical experience in Fire & Security Installation

Ability to teach core industry skills

Presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Fully-funded teaching qualifications

Level 3 Award in Education or equivalent

Job description

Are You Ready to Shape the Future?

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for experienced Fire and Security engineers looking to transition into a rewarding role as an Tutor / Learner Skills Coach at our Watford Training Centre.

This is your chance to share your valuable industry experience with the next generation of engineers and play a key role in delivering commercial and industry‑recognised training to support upskilling across the wider Fire and Security sector.

Fully Funded Training

We provide comprehensive training to help you transition into this rewarding role. In addition to competitive salary with incremental uplifts on successful completion of mandatory training, performance‑related bonus, access to the company’s pension scheme and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays each year.

What You'll Do

• Deliver engaging, high‑quality training to apprentices and commercial learners, combining classroom, practical, and online delivery.
• Deliver regulated qualifications and technical training programmes aligned with industry standards.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and support to help learners achieve their goals.
• Foster an engaging learning environment while maintaining compliance with Government funding rules, Ofsted, and awarding body requirements.
• Represent Skills for Security professionally when delivering commercial training to external clients and partners

Above all, this role requires an individual with passion and determination to help learners and professionals thrive — preparing them not only for successful careers, but also for life in modern Britain.

What We're Looking For

Experienced Fire & Security engineers with:

• Strong practical experience in Fire & Security Installation, Commissioning, and Maintenance.
• The ability to demonstrate and teach core industry skills with confidence.
• A minimum of 3 years’ “on the tools” experience.
• A willingness to complete fully-funded teaching qualifications.
• Flexibility to travel and occasionally stay overnight (fully funded).

Desired Skills

• Industry qualifications (FIA, FireQual, Milestone Advanced, etc.).
• Experience supervising or teaching apprentices.
• Great presentation and communication skills.
• A willingness to work towards an accredited qualification e.g. Level 3 Award in Education, higher or equivalent.

What We Offer

• Home/hybrid working
• Competitive salary and company bonus
• 33 days of annual leave, plus Christmas closure (3 days)
• Enhanced pension contributions
• Family friendly working hours
• Life assurance 3 x salary
• Refer a friend scheme
• Development and progression opportunities
• Funded qualification opportunities

Safer Recruitment

As we accept students under 18 years of age and prioritise their safety, please note the following if we proceed with your application:

• We will require two references, specifically asking if there is any reason you should not be employed in roles involving responsibility for, or substantial access to, individuals under 18.
• We will need a satisfactory explanation for any gaps in your CV. A DBS check will be required before confirming your appointment.
• If appointed, we will need to see your passport or other proof of identity and your original certificates.