Elite Underwater Escape Training Instructor

Capita; Yeovilton, Yeovil; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave purchase

Paid volunteering days

Enhanced family leave

Lifestyle discounts

Inclusive employee networks

Job summary

Capita is recruiting an Underwater Escape Training (UET) Instructor for Yeovilton to deliver UET courses and ensure the safety and welfare of trainees. The role involves preparing materials and equipment, recording training data, and maintaining UET gear and PPE under Capita standards.

You will support the training team with specialist advice and operational duties, while pursuing ongoing qualifications and professional development. Eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level is required.

Qualifications

• Essential: CMAS 3* diving qualification or equivalent (PADI etc).
• Computer literate (including MS Office applications).
• Desirable: Military aviation or diving background (ideally in a flying or survival equipment related role).

Responsibilities

• Deliver Underwater Escape Training (UET) courses safely and effectively in line with approved training standards and plans.
• Take responsibility for the safety, welfare and duty of care of trainees throughout training activities.
• Perform a range of operational roles including Course Trainer, Support Trainer, Pool Safety, Diver Attendant and Safety Diver.
• Prepare training materials, equipment and facilities to ensure courses run smoothly.
• Assess trainee performance, provide feedback and deliver remedial training where required.
• Complete course administration, maintain student records and capture training statistics.
• Maintain your qualifications, technical competence and the serviceability of UET equipment and PPE.
• Support the wider training team with specialist advice, equipment management, clothing issue and other operational duties as required.

Skills

CMAS 3* diving

Computer literacy

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Capita is recruiting an Underwater Escape Training (UET) Instructor for Yeovilton to deliver UET courses and ensure the safety and welfare of trainees. The role involves preparing materials and equipment, recording training data, and maintaining UET gear and PPE under Capita standards.

You will support the training team with specialist advice and operational duties, while pursuing ongoing qualifications and professional development. Eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level is required.