Theoretical Knowledge Instructor

Skyborne Airline Academy; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £48,600-£57,900 per annum

25 days annual leave

8 bank holidays

Annual leave purchase scheme

Enhanced sick pay

5% employer pension contribution

Private health insurance

Life assurance 3x salary

Discounted gym membership

Employee assistance programme

Free mortgage advice

Free on-site parking

Rewards and recognition scheme

Access to training facilities

Free barista coffee

Job summary

Skyborne Airline Academy seeks Theoretical Knowledge Instructors to join the Ground School team delivering ATPL theory across UK CAA and EASA syllabus. You will teach high-calibre trainees, monitor progress and maintain training records in line with Skyborne standards.

The role supports both full-time and part-time schedules, with an emphasis on professionalism, continual improvement and student-focused learning within a state-of-the-art training environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering ATPL Theoretical Knowledge Instruction (desirable).
• Experience in developing, revising, and overseeing course materials and examinations (desirable).
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Supportive and approachable, motivational, mentoring and guiding students.
• Actively contributes to continuous improvement and standardisation of training delivery.
• Positive and enthusiastic approach, focused on ensuring students enjoy an excellent learning experience.
• Strong report writing skills and confident IT user, with sound knowledge of the Microsoft office suite.

Responsibilities

• Delivering UK CAA and EASA ATPL syllabusto Trainees.
• Monitoring Trainee progress.
• Preparing and maintaining Training Records.
• Ensuring all Theoretical Knowledge training documentation, manuals and courseware are up to date with published learning objectives.
• Conducting administrative and other duties that directly support the role of the CTKI.
• Ensuring training policies and processes are followed.
• Communicating and promoting policies, procedures and standards throughout the Academy.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Mentoring

Report writing

IT skills

Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

More Information

We are looking for Theoretical Knowledge Instructors to join our Ground School team delivering theoretical aviation instruction across the UK CAA and EASA ATPL syllabus in accordance with Skyborne Airline Academy standards and relevant aviation authority regulations.You will be teaching a high calibre of individuals that are highly capable and have undergone a rigorous selection process to ensure that each trainee meets course standards, training requirements, and learning objectives and excels with us.

The Theoretical Knowledge Instructor will lead by example, demonstrating professional behaviour and attitude, alongside specialised theoretical and practical knowledge of their area of expertise.

This position is available on a full time or part time basis.

Responsibilities

• Delivering UK CAA and EASA ATPL syllabusto Trainees.
• Monitoring Trainee progress.
• Preparing and maintaining Training Records.
• Ensuring all Theoretical Knowledge training documentation, manuals and courseware are up to date with published learning objectives.
• Conducting administrative and other duties that directly support the role of the CTKI.
• Ensuring training policies and processes are followed.
• Communicating and promoting policies, procedures and standards throughout the Academy.
  

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering ATPL Theoretical Knowledge Instruction (desirable).
• Experience in developing, revising, and overseeing course materials and examinations (desirable).
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.
• Supportive and approachable, motivational, mentoring and guiding students.
• Actively contributes to continuous improvement and standardisation of training delivery.
• Positive and enthusiastic approach, focused on ensuring students enjoy an excellent learning experience.
• Strong report writing skills and confident IT user, with sound knowledge of the Microsoft office suite.

Benefits:

• Salary of £48,600 - £57,900 per annum, reviewed annually.
• 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays.
• Additional annual leave purchase scheme.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• Private health insurance with discounted family plans.
• Life assurance scheme of 3x your annual salary.
• Discounted gym membership.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Free mortgage advice.
• Free on-site parking.
• Rewards andrecognition scheme.
• Access to state-of-the‑art training facilities and resources.
• Free barista style coffee.

About Us

We are Skyborne, an industry-leading aviation training academy with a mission to Build Better Pilots. As a growing business, we’ve invested in state-of-the‑art training facilities in both the UK and U.S., as well as cutting-edge resources to deliver the very best in airline‑focussed pilot training. We are proud to operate three state‑of‑the‑art training facilities. Alongside our UK head office at Gloucestershire Airport, we operate from two major training locations - Vero Beach, Florida, and Bournemouth International Airport in the UK. Every role at Skyborne plays a vital role in guiding our trainees from the classroom to the flight deck, with our graduates going on to fly for leading airlines.

We set ourselves the highest standards and believe that work should be both satisfying and fun. At the core of Skyborne is a culture shaped by our values and pillars:

Creativity

We champion creativity in everything we do. We think differently and we aren’t afraid to ask questions. Innovation drives us forward and we’re always looking for smarter, more effective ways to improve how we operate.

Humanity

We foster a supportive, team‑focussed environment where staff and students feel empowered, valued and heard. We respect every individual and believe that recognition, inclusion and collaboration are essential.

Quality

Safety, expertise and professionalism are at the heart of what we do here at Skyborne. Trusted by our students and airline partners alike, we hold ourselves to the highest standards and we don’t settle for anything less.

We’re a people‑first company and a motivated, passionate team who take pride in giving our trainees the strongest start to their aviation careers.

Our carefully selected team of professionals are committed to shaping the next generation of pilots. We partner with an extensive list of major global airlines, including British Airways, SkyWest, DHL, Jet2.com and easyJet. Whether aviation has always been on your radar or you’re discovering it for the first time, we’d love to hear from you!