Vacancy for School Staff Instructor and DofE Co-ordinator at The Ferrers School. 

Salary:  MT Grade 9  SCP 24-28 ( £19,443.01 - £21,496.46 actual per annum)

Hours: 22.50 per week over 3 days including evenings and weekends 

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic SSI to coordinate the CCF and the Duke of Edinburgh Scheme. The successful candidate will preferably have experience in the armed services as either a regular or reserve. 

 The Opportunity

• A great chance to work with a knowledgeable, fun, and enthusiastic team
• Opportunity to instruct across the age ranges
• Access to outstanding CPD
• Being an integral part of an already established CCF

 The ideal candidate

• Is a team player, with a ‘can do’ solution focused attitude
• Is knowledgeable and passionate about making a difference to young people’s lives
• Is an inspirational individual
• Possesses excellent interpersonal skills

For more information about the role, job description and  person specification, please download the Recruitment Information Pack below. 

About Meridian Trust

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. 

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to - 

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays        

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/. 

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. 

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.