Specialist Instructional Officer (SIO) Mechanical
Ministry of Defence
Salary - £28,300
Position attracts an additional £6000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance (reviewed annually), and Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%
Job grade - Executive Officer D
Contract type - Permanent
Working pattern - Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time, Compressed hours
Number of jobs available - 4
Location - Lyneham, South West England, SN15 4XX
About the job
Do you have a Level 3, or equivalent, engineering qualification? Join us and inspire the next generation of military mechanical engineers in a role that is as rewarding as it is exciting!
Job summary
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week. You will join the Defence College of Technical Training (DCTT) and will play a vital role in developing training programs designed to transform RAF personnel into competent and inspired mechanical technicians.
The successful candidates will be responsible for the theoretical and practical instruction of Military students within the fields of Ground Support Equipment and Military Transport. However, plant or vehicle experience is also relevant.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Delivering training and lessons.
2. Producing lesson plans and supporting course materials to support student centric learning in accordance with JSP 822.
3. Participating in internal and external evaluation audits as required in accordance with the School's Training Procedures Manual.
4. Ensuring that the conduct, punctuality, discipline and dress standards of all students meet the required standards.
5. Integrating Literacy and Numeracy into lessons.
6. Ensuring all students are given a safety brief on their training environment and they observe relevant fire, health and safety precautions and evacuation procedures.
7. Making an active contribution to the Continuous Improvement of the School and its outputs.
8. Preparing training areas and resources in an acceptable and safe condition.
9. Ensuring mandatory course documentation is completed within 5 working days of completing the phase.
10. Undertaking a minimum of 5 hours Continuous Professional Development (CPD) per annum.
11. Ensuring compliance with personal responsibilities to students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD).
12. Acting as a Role Model ensuring that the highest standards of behaviour are maintained.
13. Monitoring student welfare and managing any concerns through the chain of command.
14. Remaining current in Instructional Techniques (IT).
15. Ensuring that any concessions or specialist requirements are carried out when acting as an examination invigilator.
Person specification
The ideal candidate should be a great communicator with the ability to effectively describe complicated ideas to different audiences. You must be well organised, proficient in time management, and have good public speaking skills.
Specific criteria for instructional personnel includes:
1. Essential: Recognised experience and background mechanical engineering (for example, vehicle workshops).
2. Desirable: Experience in a military engineering environment.
3. Desirable: Familiar with mechanical engineering management practices and trade policy.
4. Desirable: Experience in delivery of training.
Qualifications
Candidates should have served an apprenticeship or a relevant period of training and have obtained a Level 3, or equivalent, engineering qualification, with practical experience in a related field.
Instructional experience is desirable; however, the successful candidates must be prepared to complete the relevant training on appointment.
Behaviours
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
1. Leadership
2. Developing Self and Others
3. Communicating and Influencing
Technical skills
We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
1. Sit a mechanical engineering trade multiple-choice examination paper from the appropriate TG5 mechanical engineering syllabus.
2. Deliver a 15-20-minute presentation as a lesson on a TG5 mechanical engineering subject.
About DCTT
At the Defence College of Technical Training (DCTT), we train and educate highly skilled technicians and engineers to meet the operational demands of the Royal Navy, British Army, and Royal Air Force.
Benefits
Alongside your salary of £28,300, an additional £6,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance (RRA) will also be paid. The RRA is subject to an annual review. MOD contributes £7,641 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.
The post does not offer relocation expenses.
Please Note: Expenses incurred for travel to interviews will not be reimbursed. #J-18808-Ljbffr