Target Sports Instructor in Cambridge

The Perse School Cambridge is one of the country’s leading independent co-educational day schools for children aged 3-18. Our aim is to be a leading employer of choice. This means we strive to be a school where staff say they are proud and excited to work, and feel valued, respected and motivated. We are committed to providing a very competitive salary and benefits scheme at the same time as offering a wide range of opportunities for personal and professional development. We want our staff to feel engaged and purposeful so that they, in turn, help pupils to be happy and successful.

The Perse School Outdoor Education department is looking to appoint a Target Sports Instructor. The role is an exciting opportunity to join this busy and collegiate department, delivering a popular sports option and range of extracurricular activities. The post holder will oversee all target sport delivery including small bore rifles, air rifle and pistol, and archery. They will also be team coach for the school’s small bore rifle competition shooters, who have achieved significant success at national and international level. The role is divided between activity instruction, oversight of the range and armoury, and all legal requirements as determined by legislation from the Home Office, Police and other agents. The postholder will be required to be the designated person on the school’s Firearms Certificate. All work must be carried out in a manner consistent with safe working practises and so due consideration must be given to this aspect before it is undertaken. Since the School is required to comply with the important, and increasing, legislation in relation to Health and Safety, guidance is available and must be sought by the post holder as necessary.

Qualifications and Experience

• Hold a current and valid Firearms Certificate (FAC).
• Range Conducting Officer (ROC) from the NRA or NSRA.
• Membership of: NRA, NSRA, BSSSRA. These can be acquired through the school.
• Experience of competitive target rifle shooting and high level coaching.
• A thorough knowledge of range safety regulations and the safe handling of firearms.
• An interest in and appreciation of the technical aspects of shooting.
• An interest in archery or openness to learn. An archery instruction qualification is desirable.
• Valid first aid qualification.
• Full driving licence.

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for The Perse School, please click apply to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Closing Date: Wednesday 10th June at midday but applications will be considered as they are received; The Perse School reserves the right to make an appointment before the closing date.

The School actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

Safer Recruitment

The Perse School recognises that an important element in safeguarding our pupils is a robust recruitment process that incorporates measures to deter, reject or identify people who might abuse children, or who are otherwise unsuited to work with them. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including: references from previous employers, a Disclosure and Barring Service check at the enhanced level, as well as eligibility to work in the UK (in compliance with UK immigration regulations). All work carried out at the School on a regular basis amounts to regulated activity. This role is also exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone's responsibility. The School is committed to acting in the best interests of the child so as to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people. The School requires everyone who comes into contact with children and their families to share this commitment. Interviews will be conducted in person, and they will explore candidates’ suitability to work with children.