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.
- 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
Company: Capita plc Salary: Not specified Hours: Full-time Location: PO15 7AA Working pattern: On-site Job type: Permanent Posting date: 19 Oct 2026 Closing date: 18 Nov 2026
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