Army - Training Flight Instructors

Overview

The Ministry of Defence employs over 50,000 Civil Servants, with the Army being a major part of the organisation. The Defence College of Support (DCSp) delivers training to Army, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force service personnel in Supply, Distribution, Driving, Catering, Policing & Guarding and Personnel Administration. The college comprises three schools: Defence School of Logistics and Administration (DSLA) at Worthy Down; Defence School of Policing and Guarding (DSPG) at Southwick Park; and Defence School of Transport (DST) at Leconfield. The college headquarters is at Worthy Down, Hampshire.

This role sits within the Defence Movements Training Squadron (DMTS) based at RAF Brize Norton. The team trains 1,500 trainees per training year. The Training Flight Instructor position offers an opportunity to work in a front-facing military training establishment at Brize Norton, Oxfordshire.

Responsibilities

• The preparation of lesson plans, employing a wide use of Learning Technologies.
• Instructional delivery of the courses.
• Day-to-day course administration and allocation to the invigilation programme.
• Set mentoring programmes, mentor new trainers, and conduct line management responsibilities as appropriate in their area of responsibility.
• Initial counselling, coaching, mentoring and duty of care of students, ensuring good conduct and discipline levels are maintained.
• Supervision of students.
• Arrange and deliver remedial/extra tuition as required.
• Identify any errors in the training material and undertake remedial action as part of the validation responsibilities.

Person specification

We are seeking applicants who are forward-leaning, enthusiastic and able to work proactively to achieve outcomes. Due to the variety of ranks and backgrounds, applicants will need to be effective communicators and confident in delivering working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Behaviours

• Communicating and Influencing
• Developing Self and Others
• Working Together
• Changing and Improving

Evidence of these behaviours will be requested on the application form. Applicants will be assessed against the following:

• Communicating and Influencing — CV and personal statement of up to 250 words evidencing suitability against the person specification; you will also be assessed against this behaviour at interview.
• Initial sift may be based on the evidence provided; personal statement and CV reviewed if you are successful at the initial sift.
• At interview you will be assessed against: Changing and Improving, Developing Self and Others, Working Together.
• A 10-minute presentation (with or without aids) on a topic of your choosing may be required.

Application process and timelines

• Application sifting will occur within 7 days of the application closing date. Interview dates will be confirmed and held in person at Brize Norton.
• Artificial Intelligence may be used to support applications, but all examples must be truthful and from your own experience. Plagiarism may lead to withdrawal of applications or disciplinary action for internal candidates.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. The Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) is available for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria. If you need additional help or reasonable adjustments, please contact: DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk.

Employment eligibility and sponsorship

• UK immigration rules apply; the MOD will sponsor only for roles deemed business critical. This role does not meet that category and will not sponsor a visa.
• Should sponsorship be required, your application may be rejected and any provisional offer withdrawn.

Other employment conditions

• Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check and meet security requirements. See the vetting charter and baseline security checks.
• Nationality requirements include eligibility as listed in the job description.
• The Civil Service Code sets standards of behaviour; the Civil Service Commission recruitment principles apply.
• Post may include a probation period for external recruits; relocation expenses are not offered.

Benefits and working arrangements

• Salary: £29,580 plus £8,569 towards Civil Service Pension (Defined Benefit).
• 5–30 days annual leave, depending on service length; access to a range of learning and development opportunities.
• Flexible working where possible; Employee Assistance Programme; enhanced parental and adoption leave; volunteering leave; and various work pattern options.
• Other information includes disclaimers about travel expenses for interviews and ongoing pay allowances, and guidance on childcare vouchers and government schemes.

Security and safety

All applicants should be aware of the Defence Working Environment policy regarding smoking and overall health and safety in the workplace.