Senior Educator

Capita plc; Helensburgh; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Capita Selborne is hiring a Senior Educator to coach and mentor trainers across careers, delivering teacher training and assessment and driving improvements in Royal Navy education. The role focuses on developing training capability and supporting educational projects.

Location at HMNB Clyde, Helensburgh with a 37.5-hour week. UK SC clearance is required. The position offers opportunities to enhance defence education and pursue innovative teaching practices.

Qualifications

• Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (or equivalent).
• Experience of training delivery in the adult learning sector is highly beneficial.
• A passion for delivering training and developing people.
• Experience within digital learning methods.
• Ability to work collaboratively.
• Good IT skills using Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a teacher training and assessment programme incorporating the QCF Level 3 Award in Education and Training and Care of Trainees (safeguarding and prevent).
• Conduct Teaching observations in support of Ofsted requirements and Teacher development.
• Deliver an education and training Continuing Professional Development programme to Defence Trainers (both military and civilian).
• Support the delivery of a Coaching and Ment mentoring service including the undertaking of coaching and mentoring support for staff and trainee development.
• Providing support and expertise for educational projects to meet future training needs.

Skills

Adult learning experience

Passion for training and people

Digital learning methods

Collaborative work

Education

Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Senior Educator

Make a difference where it matters most.

Behind every capable Defence professional is exceptional training. Join us and help ensure those responsible for delivering that training have the skills, confidence and support they need to succeed.

Working within a team of expert Senior Defence Trainers, you'll coach and mentor trainers at all stages of their careers, promote innovative teaching practices, and drive improvements that enhance training quality across the organisation. You'll play a key role in developing future training capability, supporting educational projects and helping us deliver excellence in everything we do.

If you're passionate about education, enjoy developing others, and want to shape the future of Defence training, we'd love to hear from you.

Full-time role, 37.5 hours a week

HMNB Clyde, Helensburgh Due to the nature of this role, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance at SC level.

What you'll be doing:

• Delivering a teacher training and assessment programme incorporating the QCF Level 3 Award in Education and Training and Care of Trainees (safeguarding and prevent)
• Conducting Teaching observations in support of Ofsted requirements and Teacher development
• Delivering an education and training Continuing Professional Development programme to Defence Trainers (both military and civilian)
• Supporting the delivery of a Coaching and Mentoring service including the undertaking of coaching and mentoring support for staff and trainee development
• Providing support and expertise for educational projects to meet future training needs

What we're looking for:

• Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training (or equivalent)
• Experience of training delivery in the adult learning sector is highly beneficial
• A passion for delivering training and developing people
• Experience within digital learning methods
• Ability to work collaboratively
• Good IT skills using Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to obtain UK SC clearance

About Selborne

Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher - including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we're modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It's a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit:

Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita

What's in it for you?

• Salary of up to £40,000 depending on skills and experience
• Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks - all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth
• Onsite, secure parking
• Catering facilities and shops accessible
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Option to do a free undergrad degree in Education and training

Unlock Your Potential with Capita

At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We're committed to your growth - offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career.

Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose

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Equal Opportunities

Capita is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. We're a Disability Confident employer and welcome applications from everyone. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail] or call 07784 237318.

For more on equal opportunities and available adjustments, visit the Capita Careers website.

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Company: Capita plc Salary: Not specified Hours: Full-time Location: G84 0PD Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 15 Oct 2026 Closing date: 14 Nov 2026