Station Commander Review
at London Fire Brigade
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Firefighter
Southwark
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
4.6 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Fire officer with tactical operational command responsibilities, working in a training department. Also a trainee apprentice coach.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The course delivered by MBKB has been very enjoyable and enlightening.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Loads!
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
How much support do you receive from your employer?
3/5
Although there is support given in terms of progress reviews etc., I have found it hard to make time for the coursework and feel that my organisation does not fully understand the concept of coaching.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
Our tutor is excellent.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I have a new approach to command and leadership using many of the coaching skills I have learnt.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend London Fire Brigade to a friend?
Yes
Why?
I have enjoyed my career immensely and am proud to call myself a London Firefighter. Long may it continue
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to London Fire Brigade?
Go for it! You will soon have a dedicated group of newly qualified coaches to guide and support you!
