Senior Staff Instructor CCF

Senior Staff Instructor CCF (Worksop College and Ranby House)

Location: Nottinghamshire, UK
Salary: £35,777.52 per annum (FTE)
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Patterns: Part-Time
 
Application Deadline: Friday, 5th December 2025
 
The Combined Cadet Force (CCF) at Worksop College is a key part of the school’s co-curriculum provision. The Senior Staff Instructor (SSI) plays a vital role in the success and operation of the Worksop College Combined Cadet Force (CCF). Working closely with the Contingent Commander, the SSI will provide both operational and administrative support, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of cadet training in accordance with MOD and school policy. The post holder will bring strong leadership experience, ideally as an ex-Regular, Reserve or Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, with an understanding of military ethos, youth development, and safeguarding within an educational environment.
 
Contribution to the D of E Program is part of this role and a mountain leader qualification (or desire to obtain one) would be an advantage.
 
Main Responsibilities
 
Range Manager
 
• Act as Range Manager and Health and Safety Adviser for Worksop College Small-Bore Range
• Manage and control the use of the School Small-Bore Indoor Range and to plan the maintenance programme in preparation for all Home Office approved inspections.
• Carry out mandatory monthly range inspections and personal inspections before/after shooting, record all items for repair/maintenance and perform minor repairs.
• Submit improvement details to MOD Range Inspectors Department (LTAR).
• Carry out Health & Safety inspections of range.
• Record and book all range days for CCF, School and external club use.
• Record, maintain and present for inspection to the relevant authorities all range logs, safety certificates, inspection reports, range operating licence and ledgers.
• Supervise and inspect work carried out by MOD funded lead cleaning contractors as required by Health & Safety.
• Amend Range Standing Orders in the light of any new/updated procedures/safety issues.
• Repair and maintain CCF and school targetry
 
Administration and Compliance
 
• Maintain accurate personnel and training records on Westminster (Army) and Cadet Portal systems.
• Prepare reports and documentation for inspections, audits, and MOD compliance.
• Liaise with CCF HQ, the Cadet Training Team, and school departments to ensure smooth communication and delivery of training.
• Use Westminster, AIMS and SOCS to obtain cadet records, administrate events and record attendance as required. Maintain up to date records of CCF officers and Staff
• SNCOs, to include length of service, courses undertaken, promotions, qualifications and any other relevant details.
• Complete weekly parade registers.
 
Training and Operations
 
• Support the planning, delivery, and supervision of weekly parades, field days, and annual camps.
• Advise and mentor CCF staff and cadet NCOs on leadership, discipline, and training delivery.
• Attend and support key CCF events, including weekend exercises and overnight camps.
 
Stores, Equipment, and Safety
 
• Manage the CCF stores and quartermaster duties, ensuring accountability of all equipment.
• Maintain the security and control of arms, ammunition, and uniforms in line with MOD and school regulations.
 
Cadet Development and School Engagement
 
• Promote the CCF ethos across the school, encouraging participation and engagement.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and leadership training to cadets.
• Support the school’s broader enrichment and co-curricular programmes, including Duke of Edinburgh’s Award if required.
 
Parade Days
 
• Assist with the planning and preparation of the relevant training programmes.
• Maintain a high standard of turnout, behaviour and discipline.
• Teach the Army Cadet Syllabus 21 as required.
• Be available for evening and/or weekend training sessions as required and ensure the quality of instruction by officers and cadet NCOs.
• Plan and write training exercises as required, and review content of the weekend training exercises prior to submission to Training Safety Advisor.
• Manage logistics whilst on camps including use of hired transport and equipment care.
• Be involved in the reconnaissance of training areas and attendance at training area conferences.
 
Benefits
 
Working at Worksop College is as much about a lifestyle choice as it is about pursuing a satisfying career path. We have high expectations of our staff and reward with an attractive benefits package, which includes:
 
• Fee concessions for your children
• Workplace pension scheme
• Access to gym, sports hall and swimming pool
• Free lunch provided when on duty with tea and coffee available throughout the working day
• Free onsite parking
• Opportunity for onsite accommodation
 
You may have experience of the following: Senior Staff Instructor (CCF), Combined Cadet Force Instructor, CCF SSI, School Staff Instructor (CCF), Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, Military Instructor (Education Sector), Ex-Military Youth Instructor, Contingent Support Officer, Cadet Training Instructor, CCF Senior Instructor, etc.
 
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