School Staff Instructor - Combined Cadet Force

Callerton Academy, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE5 4JQ

13 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  13 July 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  29 June 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £29,064 - £31,022

School Staff Instructor - Combined Cadet Force job summary

This role will be based across both Callerton Academy and North Gosforth Academy.

North Gosforth Academy and Callerton Academy are seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic School Staff Instructor to support the development and delivery of our Combined Cadet Force (CCF). 

This is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to contribute to two schools that are proud to deliver a broad and balanced curriculum, enabling every student to succeed and equipping them with the skills needed to navigate the challenges of adult life. Alongside academic achievement, we place strong emphasis on developing respectful, resilient young people who make positive contributions to their communities. 

The successful candidate will play a key role in establishing and promoting the CCF across both schools, acting as the main point of contact for cadets. Working closely with the Contingent Commander, the post holder will provide logistical and organisational support for the unit, helping to plan and deliver an engaging training programme, as well as supporting exercises and residential camps throughout the year. 

Key Responsibilities 

The successful candidate will be expected to: 

Communicate the schools’ vision and actively promote their values and ethos 

Lead by example, demonstrating strong personal values and a clear moral purpose 

Build and maintain positive relationships with all members of the school community 

Work effectively with the Contingent Commander to develop a vibrant, high-quality CCF provision 

Contribute fully to the wider life of both schools 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Excellent communication skills

Computer literate

Previous military or cadet experience

Ability to work under own initiative

An enthusiastic approach to working with students

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

A competitive salary - as an accredited Living Wage Employer, you’re guaranteed a wage that meets, and often exceeds, the real cost of living.

Generous annual leave 

Benefits including; excellent pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking

An opportunity to work with highly-skilled professionals 

Enthusiastic and motivated students 

An exciting and extensive commitment to professional development 

A school with its community at heart 

Wider career development opportunities to be involved across the Gosforth Group

If you would like to discuss this vacancy further, or you are unable to complete the online application form and require this in another format please contact us by email: people@gosforthgroup.org.uk or telephone: 0191 429 9797, option 4 .

Applications are shortlisted for interview as they are received, and so early application is encouraged. We reserve the right to commence the interview process and close the vacancy prior to this date. 

The Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Callerton Academy

• School type: Free School, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• School size: 479 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Callerton Academy website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/callerton-academy

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