School Staff Instructor - Combined Cadet Force

This role will be based across both Callerton Academy and North Gosforth Academy. North Gosforth Academy and Callerton Academy are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic School Staff Instructor to support the development and delivery of our Combined Cadet Force (CCF). This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to contribute to two schools that are proud to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, enabling every student to succeed and equipping them with the skills needed to navigate the challenges of adult life. Alongside academic achievement, we place strong emphasis on developing respectful, resilient young people who make positive contributions to their communities.

The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing and promoting the CCF across both schools, acting as the main point of contact for cadets. Working closely with the Contingent Commander, the post holder will provide logistical and organisational support for the unit, helping to plan and deliver an engaging training programme, as well as supporting exercises and residential camps throughout the year.

• Communicate the schools’ vision and actively promote their values and ethos.
• Lead by example, demonstrating strong personal values and a clear moral purpose.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with all members of the school community.
• Work effectively with the Contingent Commander to develop a vibrant, high‑quality CCF provision.
• Contribute fully to the wider life of both schools.

• Excellent communication skills.
• Computer literate.
• Previous military or cadet experience.
• Ability to work under own initiative.
• An enthusiastic approach to working with students.

• A competitive salary – as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.
• Generous annual leave.
• Benefits including an excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, and free on‑site parking.
• An opportunity to work with highly‑skilled professionals.
• Enthusiastic and motivated students.
• An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development.
• A school with its community at heart.
• Wider career development opportunities across the Gosforth Group.

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date. The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. This means certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide and you can view our Policy on the Employment of Ex‑offenders on our website within Trust Policies. Gosforth Group are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. References will be requested prior to interview for those candidates shortlisted. The successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, along with other relevant pre‑employment checks.

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format, please contact us by email: people@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone: 0191 429 9797, option 4.