CCF School Staff Instructor and Head of Shooting

Uppingham School; Rutland Farm Park; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Rutland Farm Park is seeking a well-qualified School Staff Instructor. This part-time role involves managing all CCF activities, acting as quartermaster, and delivering shooting sessions. Candidates should have military qualifications and line management experience, alongside a deep understanding of the cadet force ethos. The position offers benefits like health scheme contributions, discounts, and a contributory pension scheme.

Benefits

50% Contribution towards premiums for health scheme

Discount on School fees

Discount at a local nursery

25% Discount on holiday club fees

Westfield healthcare

Membership to dual-use Sports Centre

Free staff lunches during term-time

Free annual Flu vaccinations

Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Former military service member or experienced cadet force instructor.
• Strong understanding of cadet force ethos.
• Genuine desire to support and develop cadets.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth running of all CCF activities.
• Act as CCF quartermaster and supply organizer.
• Deliver shooting sessions adhering to safety regulations.

Skills

Military qualifications (Skill at Arms)

Experience in cadet force instruction

Line management experience

Full UK driving licence

Ability to drive a minibus

Education

Relevant military qualifications

Job description

Overview

Working closely with the Contingent Commander, you will ensure the smooth running of all CCF activities at Uppingham School. This includes preparing for parade days, attending weekend exercises, camps and field days, and instructing both staff and cadets on a range of military matters. You will also act as the CCF quartermaster and supply organiser, assuming responsibility for issuing, recording, and managing all equipment and clothing issues across all CCF sections (Army, Navy and Air Force). In your additional capacity as Head of Shooting, you will deliver sessions in shooting, ensuring that all shooting and range activities are delivered with strict adherence to the School\'s health and safety regulations. This is a part-time role of 23 hours per week, Monday to Friday and Saturday afternoons, term time only, plus 3 weeks across school holidays. Normal working hours for this role are 2.00pm - 6.00pm (Monday to Friday) and 1.30pm - 4.30pm on Saturday.

Are you a former military service member or experienced cadet force instructor looking for a rewarding opportunity? Uppingham School is seeking a well-qualified School Staff Instructor to support the delivery of our outstanding Combined Cadet Force (CCF) programme. You will need military qualifications, including Skill at Arms and appropriate range qualifications. A full UK driving licence, along with the ability to drive a minibus will also be essential. You will ideally be an ex-Regular or Reservist SNCO or Warrant Officer or possess substantial experience within the cadet forces. Previous experience of line managing staff is also required. A strong understanding of the cadet force ethos and a genuine desire to support, encourage and develop cadets is equally important.

Benefits

• 50% Contribution towards premiums for the school's private health scheme
• Discount on School fees
• Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham
• 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham staff
• Westfield healthcare
• Westfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants
• Contributory pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• In house Occupational Health Service
• Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a £25 annual joining fee)
• Free staff lunches during term-time
• Free annual Flu vaccinations
• Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Recognised as a "Disability Confident" employer
• Recognised as a "Mindful" employer
• Recognised as "Investors in Diversity"