Specialist Instructional Officer (SIO) Electrical

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Full timePart time
Location: Ivybridge
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Job offered by: Ministry of Defence
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Specialist Instructional Officer (SIO) Electrical

Ministry of Defence

Salary:

£28,300, Position attracts an additional £6000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance (reviewed annually); A Civil Service Pension with an average employer contribution of 27%.

Location:

Lyneham, South West England, SN15 4XX

Contract type:

Permanent

Business area:

MOD - Air - Defence College of Technical Training

Type of role:

Education and Training, Engineering - Electrical

Working pattern:

Flexible working, Full-time, Job share, Part-time, Compressed hours

Number of jobs available:

2

About the job

Do you have a Level 3, or equivalent, engineering qualification? Join us and inspire the next generation of electrical engineers in a role that is as rewarding as it is exciting!

Job summary

Have you considered teaching in a dynamic, inclusive engineering training environment? Do you have the expertise to deliver the foundation principles of electrical engineering within the thrilling context of the Royal Air Force's ground engineering profession? If so, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join a modern teaching organisation dedicated to shaping the future of Defence engineering.

This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.

A webinar will be scheduled towards the beginning of Sep to further explain the role and to answer any questions you might have. If you are interested in attending this, please get in touch with Sqn Ldr Neil Lewis, details of which can be found at the end of this advert.

Job description

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 electrical general engineering 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, power generation and/or plant/vehicle electrical experience is also relevant.

As an SIO, you will be specifically responsible for: Delivering training and lessons. Producing lesson plans and supporting course materials to support student-centric learning in accordance with JSP 822. Participating in internal and external evaluation audits as required in accordance with the School's Training Procedures Manual. Ensuring that the conduct, punctuality, discipline and dress standards of all students meet the required standards. Integrating Literacy and Numeracy into lessons. Ensuring all students are given a safety brief on their training environment and they observe relevant fire, health and safety precautions and evacuation procedures. Making an active contribution to the Continuous Improvement of the School and its outputs. Making ample preparations before starting an instructional period to ensure that training areas and resources (tools, hand-outs, training aids etc.) are in an acceptable and safe condition. Ensuring that any mandatory course documentation is completed within 5 working days of completing the phase in accordance with training quality manual (TQM). Undertake a minimum of 5 hours Continuous Professional Development (CPD) per annum to address developmental goals. Ensuring compliance with personal responsibilities to students with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD). Undertaking additional lessons for the trainees, either as Additional Trade Training (ATT) or Extra Trade Training (ETT). Acting as a Role Model ensuring that the highest standards of behaviour are maintained. Ensuring that supervision ratios of staff to students conform to the requirements. Monitoring student welfare and managing any concerns. Remaining current in Instructional Techniques (IT), and personally arranging for IT and lesson Content Monitoring (CM) observations. Ensuring that any concessions or specialist requirements are carried out when acting as an examination invigilator. Assisting the Examinations Manager to review any examination questions that are not valid. Ensuring conformity to authorised specifications.

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. You will be required to be both proactive and reactive, assessing the skills and knowledge within the group and determining what training is needed to grow and nurture these individuals.

Specific criteria for instructional personnel includes: Essential: Recognised experience and background in an electrical environment. Desirable: Experience in a military engineering environment. Desirable: Familiar with electrical engineering management practices and trade policy. 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: Leadership Developing Self and Others Communicating and Influencing

Technical skills

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Sit an electrical engineering trade multiple-choice examination paper from the appropriate TG5 electrical engineering syllabus. Deliver a presentation as a lesson on a TG5 electrical engineering subject which will be stipulated if invited for interview.

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. We are at the forefront of specialised training in aeronautical engineering, electronic and mechanical engineering, nuclear and marine engineering, and communications and information systems.

Benefits

Alongside your salary of £28,300, an additional £6,000 Recruitment and Retention Allowance (RRA) will also be paid, therefore the total remuneration is £34,300. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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