Training Delivery Instructor (SONAR)

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 Selborne | 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.

Equal Opportunities

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