School Staff Instructor

Contract:  Permanent

Hours/working pattern:  Term Time (38 weeks), 7.5 hours-Friday 8.30am-4pm, plus one additional day paid by Westminster MIS.

Salary/hourly rate: £32,500 FTE.  Actual £5,827.70, SSIs can claim up to 51 days per year volunteer allowance from the Ministry of Defence at £82/day. 

Location: Scarborough UTC

Closing Date: 1^st June 2025 - Midnight

Interview Date: Shortly after the closing date

Start Date: 1^st September 2025

Our Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our department, as our new School Staff Instructor.

The SSI is a key CCF staff member whose principal role is to organise and deliver military and adventure training to the CCF. The SSI role is central to the smooth and efficient running of the Contingent and the development of the leadership potential of Cadets. There is an expectation that the SSI will take a lead role in the future direction of the CCF.

Role & Responsibility:

·         Plan and deliver instruction and training to CCF staff and cadets.

·         Assist with both Military and adventurous training camps, and competitions.

·         Assist in the management of the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme for the CCF and for the learners outside the CCF.

·         Responsibility for issue, care and maintenance and accountability of all MOD and CCF equipment.

·         You may be at times required to work Saturday and Sundays depending on CCF weekend activities, and some overnight work is required to support camps and courses.

General Combined Cadet Force Information

·         The Scarborough UTC Combined Cadet Force will form an integral part of the extra-curricular life of the College. It is envisaged that the School Staff Instructor will play a formative role in establishing the CCF as a major part of the learning and leadership development opportunities offered to the learners of the College.

·         Learners will volunteer for the CCF, and the SSI will have a marketing role to maintain and grow the contingent, currently there are approximately 50 cadets. The CCF is Royal Navy and there is an aspiration to grow to include other sections.

·         The SSI is responsible to the Contingent Commander for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of the children and young people for whom they are responsible, or with whom they come into contact. They will adhere to and always ensure compliance with the Trusts Child Protection Policy.

·         The appointment of the SSI is subject to approval and security clearance by the MoD and to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. The SSI is subject to the CCF regulations, and their attention should be drawn to Joint Service Publication 313.

Scarborough UTC

“A school of opportunity”; “Leaders and staff describe the school as a family. They feel mutually supported and value the attention leaders give them. Staff morale is extremely high.” “Behaviour is calm and respectful. In lessons, pupils are attentive and want to learn.” Ofsted 2022

Offering the sought after specialisms of Engineering, Cyber Security, and Health, Scarborough UTC has seen transformational change since the pre-covid inspection. We are a growing college, with state of the art facilities that are industry standard. Students can take advantage of our links with local employers, meaning they receive the very best in industry guidance, supporting them with their future careers aspirations, and 100% of students leave us with an onward destination of university, apprenticeship or employment. Staff are highly skilled and knowledgeable, working together in a supportive team environment with a view for success and high standards in all they do. Located in Scarborough, we also serve the wider communities of Filey, Whitby, Bridlington, Pickering, Malton and Driffield, offering an exceptional educational experience for 13-18 year olds.

To read the full report please visit - Scarborough UTC - Ofsted (coastandvale.academy) 

To find out more about Scarborough UTC and the Coast and Vale Learning Trust please visit: Recruitment - Home (coastandvale.academy) 

A visit in person is highly recommended to get a real flavour of the superb learning environment and day to day running of this unique experience.

Our Trust

Coast and Vale Learning Trust will shortly be joining Delta Academies Trust, a high-performing Multi Academy Trust that is transforming educational outcomes for students in some of the most deprived areas in the North of England.

As part of Delta Academies Trust, you’ll have access to ongoing CPD (both internally and externally) with the opportunity to further develop your skills and career alike. You’ll join a large network of colleagues across the trust, meaning lots of collaboration and peer support both within your academy and beyond, as well access to an extensive range of employee benefits that focus on your financial, physical and mental wellbeing.

Coast and Vale Learning Trust was founded by Scalby Secondary School but has grown over the last few years to include Newby and Scalby Primary School, Friarage Primary School and the Scarborough University Technical College (SUTC) in Scarborough, Lady Lumley’s Secondary School in Pickering and Filey School. Our ambition is to continue to welcome new schools into our Trust where we can add capacity, resources, improvement and make sure all our young people have access to the very best education.

The aim of the Trust is to serve all the education community along the North Yorkshire Coast and down the Vale of Pickering. We are committed to supporting all schools in becoming great schools, whether they are part of Coast and Vale Learning Trust or not. The learners of our community deserve the best education regardless of their background or location.

Choosing where to work and who to work for is one of the vitally important decisions in life.  In choosing to work for Coast and Vale Learning Trust you would be joining a team of colleagues dedicated to transforming the lives of 3000 children and young people.

We have a simple vision in wanting our schools to be places ‘where children and staff thrive’. Coast and Vale Learning Trust will work tirelessly to make this a reality.

Working For Us

As well as being committed to your ongoing development and training we also offer a range of employee benefits including a competitive salary, access to a government pension scheme, an employee assistance programme as well as a variety of retail discounts.

Application Process

For any further information please email to Victoria King, the Office Manager – People, v.king@su.coastandvale.academy or call 01723 821621.

We do not accept CVs.

If you would like to discuss this vacancy or arrange to visit us, please contact as described above.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy should we receive an overwhelming response.

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people we work with and expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  As such, all posts are subject to safer recruitment process, including an enhanced DBS check.  We have a range of policies in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across our Schools.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, social background, religion or belief.  We want to recruit the right people for the Trust, from the widest possible backgrounds, to make the most of each individual’s different knowledge and experience.

Your privacy is important to us.  By submitting your personal data or information to us, you agree this will be handled in accordance with the Trust’s “Privacy Notice Recruitment” which can be found on our website.