Accredited Centre and Apprenticeship Manager - Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service
Training and Development Centre, Kingsbury
Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service is seeking an experienced and motivated individual to lead our Accredited Training Centre status and Firefighter Apprenticeship Programme.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of workforce development across the Service, leading the management of accredited qualifications, quality assurance processes and apprenticeship programmes that support operational competence, workforce development and organisational performance. The role will be responsible for maintaining high standards of governance, compliance and quality across training and development activities while driving continuous improvement and innovation.
Reporting to the Group Manager (Training & Development), you will provide leadership to a small team and work closely with operational managers, instructors, awarding organisations, apprenticeship providers and external partners to ensure high-quality learning and development pathways are delivered across the Service.
Key Requirements
- Lead and manage the Accredited Training Centre and its quality assurance arrangements.
- Oversee assessment, internal verification and standardisation activities.
- Work with the provider and candidates to manage the Firefighter Apprenticeship Programme from enrolment through to Gateway and End Point Assessment.
- Ensure compliance with awarding body, apprenticeship and regulatory requirements.
- Develop and improve qualification pathways and workforce development programmes.
- Provide leadership and line management to staff within the team.
- Manage allocated contracts and resources.
- Produce performance information and recommendations to support continuous improvement and strategic decision-making.
Contract type: Full Time
Accredited Centre and Apprenticeship Manager – Warwickshire Fire and Rescue Service in Kingsbury employer: National Fire Chiefs Council Limited.
West Midlands Fire Service is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its employees. With a strong commitment to inclusive workplace practices, we offer a supportive work culture that encourages personal and professional growth. Our focus on innovative reward and recognition strategies ensures that every team member feels valued and motivated, making WMFS a truly rewarding place to work.
Contact Details:
National Fire Chiefs Council Limited. Recruitment Team
