CCF School Staff Instructor & Outdoor Education Leader

We are seeking an enthusiastic and dynamic individual to take up a permanent full-time position in our Character and Outdoor Education team here at Fettes College. They will play a pivotal role in supporting the department in leading, developing, and expanding an outstanding quality cadet and outdoor activity programme for all students. It is a unique opportunity to contribute to the character development of our future leaders, maximising their full potential, stretching them and affording them the opportunity to grow in confidence through both engaging and high-impact learning opportunities in the outdoors.

Please see the full Job Description for duties and responsibilities for this role.

Benefits

The school timetable runs between 0800 and 1830, Monday to Friday, and 0800 and 1600 on a Saturday, inclusive of morning and lunch breaks.

A vital part of the Outdoor Education syllabus is weekend work which normally takes place on a Sunday 0900 - 1500, unless departing on a Saturday afternoon for a longer excursion and time off in lieu will be given. Tuesday and Thursday afternoons are sports afternoons when Outdoor Education takes place. In addition, attendance is required at DofE Expeditions and Third Form Field Week. Some trips, CCF Camp, Bisley, CCF Courses, etc. take place during the school holiday periods.

The remuneration package will be competitive and will, to an extent, depend on the experience of the successful candidate. School Staff Instructors are also entitled to claim up to 51 days of Voluntary Allowance (VA) from the MOD in support of Cadet Activity.

Annual Salary: Circa £37,000 depending on experience

Staff Benefits: In addition to being part of a great team you will be entitled to a range of benefits that include:

• Parking within the campus grounds.


• Membership of Westwoods gym and health club which offers a range of excellent fitness and leisure facilities including a 25m swimming pool.


• Free lunchtime meals during term time, and at other times when catering is provided, and you are on duty.


• Life insurance scheme.


• Excellent Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).


• You will be opted into the Fettes College Pension Plan after 3 months service. This scheme is a money purchase one, operating as a salary exchange plan. The College will contribute to the scheme a minimum of 8% and you will contribute a minimum of 2%. Fettes operate a contribution matching scheme up to 12% of base salary.


• Access to discounted healthcare, additional life insurance, shopping discounts, etc through our 4 me benefits portal