Academy Support Technician - Breathing Apparatus


Company:	Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service
Salary:	£26,824 - £28,598
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Exeter, EX3 0NW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Jul 2026
Closing date:	11 Aug 2026

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Summary

Location: Exeter Hub, Training Academy, Exeter Airport

Salary: £26,824 rising annually to £28,598

Contract: Permanent, Full time (37 hours per week).

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service is looking for an Academy Support Technician - Breathing Apparatus to join our Training Academy team based at Exeter Airport.

As the largest non-metropolitan Fire and Rescue Service in England, we are dedicated to creating safer communities through prevention, protection and emergency response. This is an opportunity to play an important role, ensuring our Firefighters have the equipment, facilities and support they need to train safely and effectively.

About the role:

Working as part of a supportive team, you will provide practical and logistical support for Breathing Apparatus training, helping to prepare realistic training exercises and ensuring equipment, vehicles and facilities are maintained to the highest standards.

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