Military Training Instructor in Stoke-on-Trent

Location: Stoke-on-Trent, ST35BL

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

Working Days & Times: Monday – Friday 08:30‑17:00

Learning Curve Group (LCG) is a growing national provider of military academies, recently acquiring MPCT to bring 34 academies across England and Wales under one umbrella. We offer vocational qualifications, employability skills and the rewarding opportunity to prepare learners for careers in the British Armed Forces.

As a Military Training Instructor you will deliver outstanding teaching throughout the L2 qualification, designing engaging, well‑planned lessons that keep learners motivated.

• A genuine desire to transform lives through learning.
• The ability to aspire and mentor young people and adults to achieve.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong administrative and paperwork skills.
• Appropriate classroom management skills.

• Keep subject knowledge up‑to‑date to provide challenging lessons.
• Attend annual training events such as Reserve Training Camps, Look at Life, Familiarisation and Acquaint Days, and Assessment Centres.
• Use assessment to inform learners and improve their knowledge.
• Monitor learning systematically during lessons and provide timely support.
• Deliver demanding lessons that help learners realise their potential.
• Ensure the curriculum addresses physical and emotional well‑being.
• Provide resources that respect learners’ diversity and broaden their understanding of communities.
• Identify and support learners falling behind to help all catch up.
• Set challenging individual targets for all learners.
• Support the development of Maths and English with all learners.
• Track work experience via the FCA in England and facilitate opportunities with MPCT partner employers.
• Collaborate with the Centre Manager on learner induction.
• Keep the MIS up‑to‑date with learners’ details, attendance, performance, and qualifications.
• Carry out progress reviews to support educational development.
• Deliver physical training using the bib system and extend intensity appropriately.
• Lead Military Training Days following the military skills portfolios scheme of work.
• Listen to learners and parents to enhance teaching and learning.
• Attend regular professional development training.
• Provide support, advice and guidance to learners, customers and colleagues.
• Act in line with company values and expected behaviours.
• Promote equal opportunities and recognise diversity throughout the company.
• Comply with Safeguarding, Prevent, Health and Safety policies and remain vigilant to risks.

If the posted hours, days or times do not meet your needs, please contact us to discuss flexible arrangements.

• Minimum 3 years working within a uniformed service (Army, Navy, Air Force) – essential.
• Military or civilian Physical Training qualification – essential.
• GCSE Maths and English – desirable but essential.
• Knowledge of vocational qualifications or the education sector – desirable.
• Teaching qualification or experience of teaching/instructing – desirable.
• Experience working with young people – desirable.

We have been named a top 100 company to work for in 2023 and offer a culture that values people and diversity. Key benefits include:

• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to buy and sell 5 days each year.
• Annual leave increments based on length of service (starting at 2 years).
• Healthcare scheme.
• Tech, Ikea and Cycle‑to‑work schemes.
• Paid volunteer day each year.
• Early Friday finish on the last Friday of every month.
• Student/Teacher discount.
• Uniform provided.

LCG is an equal‑opportunity employer. We welcome applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity. We uphold a range of covenants including the Armed Forces Covenant, Domestic Abuse Covenant, Care Leaver Covenant and Ban the Box.

To safeguard our learners, we conduct reference checks, verify eligibility to work in the UK, carry out adverse media checks, and perform DBS checks. Information about prior convictions will be considered in a risk‑assessment context and may not disqualify a candidate.

For more detail or assistance with your application, contact the recruitment team at 01388 777129 or via Workforus@Learningcurvegroup.co.uk.