Some of the roles at HSS require specialised experience and expertise - especially our Trainers. These deeply impactful roles help shape the future of industry skills and carry responsibilities that go beyond standard job functions.
Why a Role Spotlight?
Trainer positions are niche: they require subject mastery, communication skills, and real industry experience. We want you to understand what makes this opportunity unique.
What Makes a Great Trainer?
Subject Knowledge & Industry Expertise
Trainers at HSS must deeply understand the subjects they teach, industry trends, and best practices - enabling them to bring course content to life for every learner.
You’ll be expected to provide evidence of your expertise such as:
- A current CV
- A portfolio of course materials
- References or endorsements
Communication & Engagement
Great trainers are great communicators. You’ll need to convey technical and challenging information in ways that keep learners engaged - both in person and remotely
Key skills include:
- Clarity and adaptability in delivery
- Strategies to support different learning styles
- Techniques to maintain engagement over longer courses
Listening & Interaction
A great trainer listens first - understanding the needs of delegates in order to guide them confidently through the course material.
Creativity & Flexibility
No two groups are the same. You’ll need to adapt your delivery style and think creatively to ensure every delegate succeeds.
Qualifications & New Skills
Each training programme has specific qualification requirements depending on the subject area.
For example, our most popular Work at Height courses:
The Ladder Association (LA)
- Ladder User in-date certificate
- Ladder Inspector in-date certificate
- Two-day Instructors' Course - online, followed by two training sessions with mentoring
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training
- H&S Qualification (minimum: IOSH Managing Safely)
- Emergency First Aid at Work
Prefabricated Access Suppliers & Manufacturers Association (PASMA)
- Mobile Access Towers for Users
- Low Level Access
- Three-day Instructor - online, followed by three full course mentoring sessions
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training
- H&S Qualification (minimum: IOSH Managing Safely)
- Emergency First Aid at Work
International Powered Access Federation (IPAF)
- Minimum two years' operator experience
- In-date Operator Licence, covering categories 3a & 3b
- In-date Demonstrator Licence, covering categories 3a & 3b
- IPAF Manager online
- Harness Appreciation
- IPAF Site Survey (online)
- Five-day Instructors' Course
- 3 full course mentoring sessions
- Level 3 Award in Education and Training
- H&S Qualification (minimum: IOSH Managing Safely)
- Emergency First Aid at Work
Becoming a strong instructor involves ongoing development - and we support your path to gaining the necessary skills.
What Our Trainers Say
Rod - Trainer (2 years)
“HSS offers both face-to-face and remote training options. The experience is rewarding and flexible.”
Andrew - Trainer (9 years)
“We focus on quality and the delegate experience - that’s what makes HSS stand out.”
Dave - Trainer (2 years)
“Seeing delegates familiarise themselves with complex skills is the most rewarding part.”