Firearms Range & Accreditation Manager

About the Role As the Firearms Range & Accreditation Manager, you will: Oversee the day-to-day running, administration, and maintenance of the firearms training complex. Ensure all attendees adhere to strict Health & Safety requirements, maintaining a safe operational environment. Support the Firearms Training Manager in the annual accreditation submission process, ensuring Firearms Commanders and Instructors meet all regional and national licensing requirements. Uphold compliance with College of Policing standards and the National Police Firearms Training Curriculum. Provide expert advice and ensure accurate, timely documentation, reporting and record-keeping.

Please note staff currently in the Internal re-deployment pool will be considered in the first instance, and the role may be withdrawn without notice.

Are you an experienced firearms professional with a passion for maintaining the highest standards of safety, training, and operational excellence? We are seeking a dedicated Firearms Range & Accreditation Manager to take responsibility for the daily management and compliance of our College of Policing–approved firearms training complex.

This is a pivotal role within Matrix Operational Support, offering the opportunity to shape the quality, safety and accreditation standards that support our specialist firearms capability.

Knowledge & Experience Requirements

To be successful, you must meet the following essential criteria:

Essential

• Hold a current A1 / TAQA / equivalent assessor qualification for range assessments in line with NW Regional standards.
• Be a qualified Police Range Safety Inspector, or willing to undertake training on appointment.
• Accredited in Firearms Command Training modules through the College of Policing.
• Hold relevant Health & Safety accreditation – NVQ Level 2 / IOSH.
• Strong IT skills, including MS365, NPFTC, Knowledge Hub, Chronicle, and SharePoint.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting strict deadlines.
• Strong understanding of Matrix working principles and the ability to adapt to organisational needs.

Technical Knowledge Required

You must develop and maintain in‑depth knowledge of:

• Home Office Code of Practice on Police Use of Firearms and Less Lethal Weapons
• Armed Policing APP
• Firearms Strategic Threat and Risk Assessment processes
• National Police Firearms Training Curriculum (NPFTC)
• College of Policing Firearms Licensing (PSQMS)
• Annual firearms Competency Review processes
• Health & Safety legislation relevant to firearms environments

Why Join Us?

This role offers the chance to work within a high-performing team, directly supporting the safety, accreditation and professionalism of our firearms capability. You will play a key part in ensuring our officers operate to the highest national standards, making a meaningful contribution to public safety.

Application Guidance

• To be eligible, you must be able to evidence all minimum skills and qualifications at the point of application. We cannot accept predicted grades; certificates must be provided.
• Please refer to the attached JDQ and CVF when completing your 1,000‑word supporting evidence. 

Please click here for the JDQ

Please click here for the CVF

Benefits Including

• 25 days annual leave increasing to 30 days after 5 years full service (plus bank holidays)
• Local Government Pension Scheme with contributions from 5.5% to 11.5% depending on your salary
• Access to on-site gyms
• Option to become a member of the onsite unions
• Discounts from various major retailers via the Blue Light Scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Tuskers Salary sacrifice car scheme (role dependant)
• Hybrid/Agile working (role dependant)

A Note on Using Artificial Intelligence

AI tools may support idea‑generation, structure, or proofreading, but your application must reflect your own experience, skills, and voice. Do not copy and paste AI‑generated content.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We particularly welcome applications from women and Black and ethnic minority candidates.

Our Outreach Team provides guidance and support for candidates from under‑represented groups. If you require reasonable adjustments, please let us know so we can support.

To learn more about available support, contact: Outreach@merseyside.police.uk