Training Delivery Instructor (SONAR)

Capita; Fareham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Onsite parking

Gym on site

Shops on site

Job summary

Capita, via the Selborne programme, is recruiting an instructor to deliver underwater warfare training using SONAR systems for Royal Navy personnel at HMS Collingwood, Portsmouth. The role is full-time but term-time, with 37.5 hours weekly and pro rata annual leave considerations.

You will share technical knowledge, support learners’ progression, and collaborate with experienced colleagues to enhance training delivery while maintaining professional development and Defence training participation.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the operation of Royal Navy SONAR systems.
• Desirable teaching qualification/experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging training in underwater warfare and SONAR systems to Royal Navy personnel.
• Share your technical knowledge and operational experience to help develop the next generation of warfare specialists.
• Support students throughout their learning journey, helping them build confidence and professional competence.
• Work alongside experienced instructors and learning specialists to continually improve training delivery.
• Maintain and develop your own skills through ongoing professional development and Defence training programmes.
• Contribute to the evolution of Royal Navy training by sharing best practice and helping shape future learning solutions.

Skills

SONAR systems knowledge

Job description

Help get better trained personnel to the front line faster - As part of the Under Water Training Element, you will play a key role in preparing Royal Navy personnel for operations at sea. Drawing on your expertise in SONAR systems, you will deliver engaging and practical training that develops students' understanding of underwater warfare and equips them with the skills needed to operate in a complex maritime environment.

Full-time role, 37.5 hours a week on a term time only basis

HMS Collingwood, Portsmouth

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

What you’ll be doing

• Deliver engaging training in underwater warfare and SONAR systems to Royal Navy personnel. SONAR 2087, 2050, LOFAR
• Share your technical knowledge and operational experience to help develop the next generation of warfare specialists.
• Support students throughout their learning journey, helping them build confidence, capability and professional competence.
• Work alongside experienced instructors and learning specialists to continually improve training delivery.
• Maintain and develop your own skills through ongoing professional development and Defence training programmes.
• Contribute to the evolution of Royal Navy training by identifying improvements, sharing best practice and helping shape future learning solutions.

What we’re looking for

Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications

• An understanding of the operation of Royal Navy SONAR systems

Desirable Skills/Experience/Qualifications

• Teaching qualification/experience

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 Selorne | Careers at Capita

What's in it for you?

• 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, Gym and shops onsite
• Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
• Ability to gain further qualifications and full training given

This role is offered on a term time basis working 45 weeks per year, with non-working weeks taken 2 weeks at Christmas and Easter and 3 weeks in August. The salary will therefore be pro rata'd and calculated to include contractual annual leave entitlement and bank holidays.

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