At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire the RAF Section of the CCF, creating engaging training programmes.
- Company: Whitgift School, one of the oldest and largest school cadet units in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, military volunteer allowance, and the chance to shape young leaders.
- Other info: Join a diverse community and enjoy excellent opportunities for personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in Cadet forces or military service, ideally at Officer level.
The predicted salary is between 5200 - 5200 £ per year.
Permanent, Part-Time, 6 Hrs per week, Term time only. Salary: £5,200 plus military volunteer allowance for additional training days outside of School hours.
Whitgift School Combined Cadet Force (CCF) established in 1874 is one of the oldest school cadet units in the country and offers Army, Navy, RAF, and Corps of Drums sections and remains one of the largest with over 200 cadets across all three service sections.
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Officer Commanding the RAF Section (OC RAF) to lead Whitgift School’s Royal Air Force Section. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the delivery of a long-established and successful cadet programme, inspire pupils and staff, and contribute to the continued development of the CCF.
We are seeking to appoint an experienced, enthusiastic and suitably qualified individual to:
- Be responsible for the day to day running of the CCF RAF Section
- Creating and running an engaging weekly training programme for the cadets
- Organise and complete the necessary paperwork and risk assessments to facilitate trips
- Ensure that CCF RAF training days are coordinated with other co-curricular activities and entered into the school calendar
- Inspire and motivate the pupils and staff in the RAF Section
- Ensure the CCF is a disciplined organisation within the School, which enables students to exercise responsibility and leadership
- Take an active role in promoting the benefits of outdoor education to students in the RAF Section
The role reports to the Contingent Commander and is responsible for the day‑to‑day leadership, organisation and development of the RAF Section. The successful candidate will have experience in Cadet forces, or Regular or Reserve military service, ideally at Officer level. The position is available from September 2026. The ideal applicant will possess Cadet, Regular or Reserve Military Experience.
We welcome applications from all sectors of our community as we aspire to attract staff that match the social and cultural diversity of our student intake. We invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed on a daily basis, and interviews may take place at any time. This vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if sufficient applications are received, so early submission is encouraged. The school reserves the right to close this vacancy at any time.
Combined Cadet Force (CCF) - Officer Commanding Royal Air Force employer: WHITGIFT SCHOOL
Whitgift School is an exceptional employer, offering a unique opportunity to lead the Royal Air Force Section of one of the oldest and largest Combined Cadet Forces in the country. With a commitment to fostering a supportive work culture, the school encourages professional development and provides a platform for inspiring young minds through outdoor education and leadership training. Located in a vibrant community, this part-time role allows for meaningful engagement with students while enjoying the benefits of a military volunteer allowance for additional training days.
