We’re looking for a dedicated, enthusiastic and proactive individual, with instructor qualifications and experience of delivering training relevant to operational firefighting.

Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service proudly serves Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland attending over 8,000 emergency incidents each year.

Our Training and Development department plays a vital role in keeping our communities safe.  We do this by supporting the knowledge, skill and behavioural development of our firefighters and providing a high-quality training service to members of the Leicestershire Fire & Rescue Service team.

We currently have two permanent vacancies available: one full-time and one part-time (24 hours per week) Please indicate on your application form which position you are applying for. This could include driving, firefighting, work at height, water rescue, hazardous materials, trauma care and/or incident command.

You will be a key member of the training and development team, working to provide training to both operational personnel and support staff.

You will need to be able to think fast and be confident working in a busy environment, presenting, coaching and mentoring situations.

This is a challenging but immensely rewarding position. If you’ve got what it takes, we want you to join us. Support and development will be available relevant to the instructor skill sets.
CPD will be maintained and supported for any instructor qualifications.

Hybrid working may be considered for this role 

Benefits you will receive: 

•    Competitive salary 

•    Flexible working 

•    Generous leave entitlement plus public holidays 

•    Full support for ongoing professional development 

•    On-site gym facilities 

•    Free onsite parking 

•    Access to an emergency services “Blue Light” discount card 

•    Use of our in-house occupational health unit, which includes fitness support 

•    Access to the Service’s 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme 

•    Public sector pension (subject to pension scheme rules). You will automatically be enrolled into the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), which is a tax-approved, defined-benefit occupational pension scheme. Your contributions are based on your earnings, and you can choose from different income options when you retire. 

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Furthermore, we want to create a work environment where everyone feels safe, can be themselves and can perform their roles to the best of their abilities. We have signed up with a number of nationally recognised organisations that promote equality, diversity and inclusion and we are working with them to help us achieve our objectives. These organisations include: 

• Employers Network for Equality and Inclusion 

• Department of Works and Pension’s Disability Confident scheme  

• Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA) 

Recruitment Schedule

Closing date: 23:59 21 January 2026

Interview date: w/c 2 February 2026

If you are invited to interview, you will be assessed against the NFCC Leadership Framework. The highest level relevant to the role is outlined in the person specification for the position you are applying for. The interview may include both behavioural and role-specific questions to assess your suitability. You will also be asked a question exploring your understanding of, and commitment to, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) in the workplace. 

Pension Considerations  

Please note that it is your personal responsibility to check whether by applying/accepting this position it would result in any Annual Allowance or Lifetime Allowance implications. A breach in the Annual Allowance threshold could result in a Tax charge. A breach in the Lifetime Allowance threshold will result in a Tax charge.  Further information on Annual Allowance and Lifetime Allowance can be obtained from our Pensions team. 

Sponsorship 

Please take note that Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service does not hold a UK Visa & Immigration (UKVI) Skilled Worker License sponsor and are unable to sponsor any individuals for Skilled Worker Sponsorship.