COMBINED CADET FORCE SCHOOL STAFF INSTRUCTOR (CCF SSI)

Sapientia Education Trust; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK is seeking a combined cadet force staff instructor to join their team. This role involves coordinating between army and RAF sections, managing essential paperwork, and maintaining supply stores. Responsibilities extend to attending summer camps. The position is flexible and term-time only, with competitive pro-rata pay and various benefits. Ideal candidates will demonstrate excellent communication, teamwork, planning skills, and hold a minimum of a grade C in English and Maths.

Benefits

Professional development

Free refreshments

Free on-site car parking

Generous pension scheme

Discounts and reward cards

Cycle to Work scheme

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Responsibilities

• Serve as the link between the Army and RAF sections.
• Organise paperwork required by MOD.
• Maintain stores for issuing kit and stock checks.
• Attend Army and RAF summer camps as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Teamwork and flexibility

Multi-tasking under pressure

Planning and organisational skills

Ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

Education

Grade C / 4 in English and Maths GCSE

Job description

COMBINED CADET FORCE SCHOOL STAFF INSTRUCTOR (CCF SSI)

Starting as soon as possible

Permanent, term-time only

FTE: £26,403 – £28,142 per annum

Pro-rata £16,440 – £17,835 per annum, including an allowance for holiday pay

Wymondham College has over 400 staff dedicated to supporting World Class education. The College currently is one of the top State Schools in the Country and is recognised as one of the highest performing State Schools in the East of England, this is backed up by its most recent Ofsted inspections which rated the College as Outstanding in both Education and Boarding 2023.

The College is focused on providing outstanding quality to their students and staff not only in education but also through its provision of exceptional facilities and accommodation on site across its 83-acre campus.

The Role of the School Staff Instructor (SSI) at the Wymondham College Combined Cadet Force (CCF) is an integral part of this unique cadet organisation. The SSI is the link between the OC Army and RAF sections who ultimately report to the Contingent Commander, without the SSI this cohesion is not achievable. Being hugely organised with all the paperwork that MOD require is essential. Maintaining the stores is also essential in the smooth running of issuing kit and stock checks.

The hours outside the main parade day on a Tuesday are flexible and can be moved around as long as the total hours are agreed with the Contingent Commander. This role is term time only so work in the office when the school is on holidays is not required, however there will be a rota for the Armoury alarm call outs. In addition, the SSI will be expected to attend the Army summer camp and RAF summer camp if these fall in the school holidays. These camps will be paid separately from Brigade so these 2 weeks are in addition to the pro rata pay of the SSI.

Professional competencies expected of a CCF SSI

• The ability to communicate clearly and tactfully using appropriate methods and an awareness of the impact of your own communication on others;
• Able to maintain positive relationships with all and able to work as an effective and flexible part of a team; willing to change methods of work and routines to benefit the team;
• Be able to multi-task and work under pressure;
• Be flexible and resilient in managing and executing their daily responsibilities;
• Able to demonstrate strong planning and organisational skills;
• Willingness to accept responsibility for your own actions;
• The ability to prioritise effectively, meet deadlines and accept challenges.

Qualifications and experience required

• A minimum of a grade C / 4, or equivalent, in English and Maths GCSE.

Benefits

• Professional development
• Free refreshments
• Free on-site car parking
• A generous pension as part of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Discounts, reward cards & promo codes via our staff benefits platform
• A Cycle to Work scheme
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme, at no cost to you.

The post-holder will be required to comply with the Wymondham College Code of Conduct for Staff and Volunteers.

Wymondham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Application closing date: 13th January 2026

Interview date: 20th January 2026

Download an application form at: http://bit.ly/3Ww9u8O

To find out more about Wymondham College, go to www.wymondhamcollege.org or www.se-trust.org. Or contact the HR team on [e-mail] / 01953 609012

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children: therefore, all applicants must be prepared to undergo a number of checks to confirm their suitability to work with children and young people. The Trust welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. In accordance with the Department of Education’s “Keeping Children Safe in Education”, references will be sought on all short‑listed candidates before interview.