Job Title: Maritime Lead Trainer Location: MSSC, London SE1 Salary: £30,000 gross per annum pro rata (£50,000 per annum full time equivalent) Job type: Part-time, Permanent - 3 days per week Closing Date: 18th July 2025 click apply for full job details
Jul 23, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Maritime Lead Trainer Location: MSSC, London SE1 Salary: £30,000 gross per annum pro rata (£50,000 per annum full time equivalent) Job type: Part-time, Permanent - 3 days per week Closing Date: 18th July 2025 click apply for full job details
Job Title: Growth and Development Worker Location: Home based Salary: £27,250 gross per annum Job type: Permanent - Full time 35hrs per week Closing Date: 28th July 2025. Assessment Day: 5th August 2025 (Location TBC) Are you looking for a new opportunity? The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success. We are currently looking for a Growth and Development Worker based in England to join our team. This is an externally funded post which will be focused on opening new provision and supporting existing provision in order to reduce waiting lists within specific funding areas. This is a very varied and rewarding role that requires someone who is self-motivated, organised, creative, tenacious, positive, IT competent and with a real interest in people. You need to be able to coach, empower and inspire our volunteers and cadets, both in person and remotely, to grow the Sea Cadets. Responsibilities: Delivering a variety of training sessions on, for example, recruitment of cadets and volunteers Developing new growth and recruitment tools and ideas Promoting flexible volunteering and the volunteer strategy Assisting with running our social media accounts Working with and empowering our volunteers to develop plans for growth Planning and setting up Juniors Sections in new and existing locations/units Delivering assemblies in schools Forming part of various working groups with colleagues to develop the tools, resources and processes needed to increase the positive impact of the Growth and Development team. Supporting the delivery of funded outreach projects Requirements: Previous experience of working with volunteers Experience delivering on multiple project plans simultaneously Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with a variety of stakeholders remotely and face-to-face Experience delivering workshops and/or training Self-motivated and able to manage your time and workload effectively Flexible and enthusiastic Able to work as a team player with creative ideas and solutions who will empower our volunteers to make a difference to the lives of even more young people across the UK Benefits: Flexible Working hours and a hybrid culture Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension Private medical insurance Pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. National staff conference: All employees come together once a year to reflect on the past year and celebrate success at our offsite staff conference. This is a great opportunity to listen to employees' views, and for employees to network, share information and socialise. Additional Information: MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC's values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire. All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Growth Manager, Training Manager, Growth and Development Worker, Development Worker, Recruitment and Growth Worker, will be considered for this role.
Jul 23, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Growth and Development Worker Location: Home based Salary: £27,250 gross per annum Job type: Permanent - Full time 35hrs per week Closing Date: 28th July 2025. Assessment Day: 5th August 2025 (Location TBC) Are you looking for a new opportunity? The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success. We are currently looking for a Growth and Development Worker based in England to join our team. This is an externally funded post which will be focused on opening new provision and supporting existing provision in order to reduce waiting lists within specific funding areas. This is a very varied and rewarding role that requires someone who is self-motivated, organised, creative, tenacious, positive, IT competent and with a real interest in people. You need to be able to coach, empower and inspire our volunteers and cadets, both in person and remotely, to grow the Sea Cadets. Responsibilities: Delivering a variety of training sessions on, for example, recruitment of cadets and volunteers Developing new growth and recruitment tools and ideas Promoting flexible volunteering and the volunteer strategy Assisting with running our social media accounts Working with and empowering our volunteers to develop plans for growth Planning and setting up Juniors Sections in new and existing locations/units Delivering assemblies in schools Forming part of various working groups with colleagues to develop the tools, resources and processes needed to increase the positive impact of the Growth and Development team. Supporting the delivery of funded outreach projects Requirements: Previous experience of working with volunteers Experience delivering on multiple project plans simultaneously Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with a variety of stakeholders remotely and face-to-face Experience delivering workshops and/or training Self-motivated and able to manage your time and workload effectively Flexible and enthusiastic Able to work as a team player with creative ideas and solutions who will empower our volunteers to make a difference to the lives of even more young people across the UK Benefits: Flexible Working hours and a hybrid culture Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension Private medical insurance Pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. National staff conference: All employees come together once a year to reflect on the past year and celebrate success at our offsite staff conference. This is a great opportunity to listen to employees' views, and for employees to network, share information and socialise. Additional Information: MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC's values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire. All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Growth Manager, Training Manager, Growth and Development Worker, Development Worker, Recruitment and Growth Worker, will be considered for this role.
THE MARINE SOCIETY AND SEA CADETS
Seaforth, Merseyside
Job Title: Boat Station Manager Location: Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre, Waterloo, L22 1RR Salary: £37,000 gross per annum Job type: Full-time / Permanent Closing Date: 11th July 2025 The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success. About the role: The manager is instrumental in facilitating and delivering life changing, positive on the water experiences for young people. As an expert practitioner, they will provide leadership, development and mentoring to their team of instructors. The post will require strong organisational skills. The Manager is an employee of the Marine Society & Sea Cadets based at our Crosby Boat Station. The post holder is required to hold and maintain the following qualifications as a condition of employment: RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor and RYA Powerboat Instructor. The primary purpose of the role is to manage a water-sports training facility in the Liverpool area for all Sea Cadet Units and other affiliates to the Boat Station. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day to day running of the Boat Station. Ensure that all visiting groups and their staff are fully briefed on the Boat Station's policies and procedures and that there is adequate supervision of Cadets and young people at the facility, so as to discharge their duty of care for them. Oversee the Chief Instructor and all other sessional Instructors using the Boat Station. Manage the Boat Station's accounts in liaison with the Regional Finance Manager including day to day fees. Ensure that best practise in accordance with the NGB guidelines and requirements following our Inshore Boating Operating Standard. Requirements: RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor RYA Powerboat Instructor Leading outdoor activities with a wide range of groups, individuals and abilities Developing and implementing training programmes and strategies Budget/financial management Experience and knowledge of boat routine maintenance and repair Experience delivering afloat instruction/training Desirable: Experience/knowledge of uniformed and/or youth organisations RYA Advanced Dinghy Instructor Benefits: Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan 51 days annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension Private medical insurance Pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. National staff conference: All employees come together once a year to reflect on the past year and celebrate success at our offsite staff conference. This is a great opportunity to listen to employees' views, and for employees to network, share information and socialise. Additional Information MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC's values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire. All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Boat Station Manager, Maritime Station Manager may also be considered for this role.
Jul 12, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Boat Station Manager Location: Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre, Waterloo, L22 1RR Salary: £37,000 gross per annum Job type: Full-time / Permanent Closing Date: 11th July 2025 The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is a vibrant and growing charity delivering life changing nautical adventure for young people through the Sea Cadets to give them the best possible head start in life. We also provide personal and professional development opportunities for seafarers with the Marine Society. Working with our staff, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a vision and five-year strategy to take us forward and further improve the astounding contribution already made through our work to the lives of thousands of young people and seafarers, while fully supporting our volunteers who are vital to our success. About the role: The manager is instrumental in facilitating and delivering life changing, positive on the water experiences for young people. As an expert practitioner, they will provide leadership, development and mentoring to their team of instructors. The post will require strong organisational skills. The Manager is an employee of the Marine Society & Sea Cadets based at our Crosby Boat Station. The post holder is required to hold and maintain the following qualifications as a condition of employment: RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor and RYA Powerboat Instructor. The primary purpose of the role is to manage a water-sports training facility in the Liverpool area for all Sea Cadet Units and other affiliates to the Boat Station. Key Responsibilities: Manage the day to day running of the Boat Station. Ensure that all visiting groups and their staff are fully briefed on the Boat Station's policies and procedures and that there is adequate supervision of Cadets and young people at the facility, so as to discharge their duty of care for them. Oversee the Chief Instructor and all other sessional Instructors using the Boat Station. Manage the Boat Station's accounts in liaison with the Regional Finance Manager including day to day fees. Ensure that best practise in accordance with the NGB guidelines and requirements following our Inshore Boating Operating Standard. Requirements: RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor RYA Powerboat Instructor Leading outdoor activities with a wide range of groups, individuals and abilities Developing and implementing training programmes and strategies Budget/financial management Experience and knowledge of boat routine maintenance and repair Experience delivering afloat instruction/training Desirable: Experience/knowledge of uniformed and/or youth organisations RYA Advanced Dinghy Instructor Benefits: Cycle to work scheme and Season Ticket Loan 51 days annual leave plus bank holidays Life assurance (4x salary) for those that join the pension Private medical insurance Pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. National staff conference: All employees come together once a year to reflect on the past year and celebrate success at our offsite staff conference. This is a great opportunity to listen to employees' views, and for employees to network, share information and socialise. Additional Information MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. We recognise our responsibilities to safeguard and protect the young people and vulnerable adults with whom we work. We do all we can to promote their health, safety and wellbeing, and we expect our staff to share this commitment and work in line with safeguarding policy, the MSSC's values and ethos of inclusivity. We adhere to safer recruitment practices and therefore employment is subject to detailed pre-employment checks for successful candidates, including references and criminal disclosure checks and the completion of a disclosure questionnaire. All successful applicants are required to attend safeguarding training and undergo a criminal record check. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Boat Station Manager, Maritime Station Manager may also be considered for this role.
Job Title: Training Support Officer Location: Homebased Salary: £26,500 gross per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Closing Date: 16th June 2025. Interviews: 24th June 2025. Are you a Training Support Officer looking for a new opportunity? The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people - including those from under-represented or marginalised groups. We are currently looking for a Training Support Officer to join our team. About the role: This role provides tactical and targeted support to our District teams as we seek to enable our volunteers to deliver training to both cadets and volunteers in line with the Sea Cadets Learning Strategy. This post is responsible for supporting the delivery of the district training, including Royal Marine Cadet (RMC) training activity at Troop level. The work location can be flexible (home or office-based) requiring regular evening and weekend working supporting our volunteers by attending virtual meetings and delivering online training. Responsibilities: To provide functional support to our area Training Managers and District and RMC Troop Teams, ensure the district training plans are delivered, amended as necessary throughout the year, to the training plan and in line with identified training needed to best support the delivery of the Sea Cadet Experience. To support specific District Teams including the District Training Officer (DTO), District Recreational Officer/ Deputy District Officer (DRO/DDO), District Staff Officers (DSO), and RMC Troop Commanders (Trp Cdr) identified as requiring support under our change management process. To work closely with all District Officers to increase the number of certificated, current and competent instructors, and develop the capability and capacity of District Instructors to deliver training to cadets and volunteers across all Districts. To support the ATOs/DTOs/RMC Troops in all training matters (including uniformed and unit management teams) with a specific focus on Districts/Troops that need support. Support our Programmes and Virtual Training Manager with the co-ordination the of delivery of appropriate MSSC and other approved training packages (including BTEC, Duke of Edinburgh's Award) appropriate to the age and experience of cadets across the organisation. Work under the leadership of our Assistant Director Sea Cadet Learning monitor performance against set targets set by the National Support Centre to ensure equitable access for cadets and adults to the Sea Cadet Experience. Requirements: Experience in working with youth groups and awareness and understanding on the challenges young people face. Experience in coordinating and supporting a programme of training activity. Experience in coaching and mentoring volunteers. Experience of drawing data to create support plans for delivery of activity. Experienced trainer with the ability to deliver engaging and impactful training. If you are interested in this role, please apply now! Benefits: 25 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of service Hybrid working for many roles Volunteering Leave Life assurance (4x salary) Private medical insurance Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. Additional Information: MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Cadet Training Manager, Growth Manager, Training Manager, Growth and Development Worker, Development Worker, will be considered for this role.
Jul 09, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Training Support Officer Location: Homebased Salary: £26,500 gross per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Closing Date: 16th June 2025. Interviews: 24th June 2025. Are you a Training Support Officer looking for a new opportunity? The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people - including those from under-represented or marginalised groups. We are currently looking for a Training Support Officer to join our team. About the role: This role provides tactical and targeted support to our District teams as we seek to enable our volunteers to deliver training to both cadets and volunteers in line with the Sea Cadets Learning Strategy. This post is responsible for supporting the delivery of the district training, including Royal Marine Cadet (RMC) training activity at Troop level. The work location can be flexible (home or office-based) requiring regular evening and weekend working supporting our volunteers by attending virtual meetings and delivering online training. Responsibilities: To provide functional support to our area Training Managers and District and RMC Troop Teams, ensure the district training plans are delivered, amended as necessary throughout the year, to the training plan and in line with identified training needed to best support the delivery of the Sea Cadet Experience. To support specific District Teams including the District Training Officer (DTO), District Recreational Officer/ Deputy District Officer (DRO/DDO), District Staff Officers (DSO), and RMC Troop Commanders (Trp Cdr) identified as requiring support under our change management process. To work closely with all District Officers to increase the number of certificated, current and competent instructors, and develop the capability and capacity of District Instructors to deliver training to cadets and volunteers across all Districts. To support the ATOs/DTOs/RMC Troops in all training matters (including uniformed and unit management teams) with a specific focus on Districts/Troops that need support. Support our Programmes and Virtual Training Manager with the co-ordination the of delivery of appropriate MSSC and other approved training packages (including BTEC, Duke of Edinburgh's Award) appropriate to the age and experience of cadets across the organisation. Work under the leadership of our Assistant Director Sea Cadet Learning monitor performance against set targets set by the National Support Centre to ensure equitable access for cadets and adults to the Sea Cadet Experience. Requirements: Experience in working with youth groups and awareness and understanding on the challenges young people face. Experience in coordinating and supporting a programme of training activity. Experience in coaching and mentoring volunteers. Experience of drawing data to create support plans for delivery of activity. Experienced trainer with the ability to deliver engaging and impactful training. If you are interested in this role, please apply now! Benefits: 25 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of service Hybrid working for many roles Volunteering Leave Life assurance (4x salary) Private medical insurance Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. Additional Information: MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of; Cadet Training Manager, Growth Manager, Training Manager, Growth and Development Worker, Development Worker, will be considered for this role.
THE MARINE SOCIETY AND SEA CADETS
Millbrook, Cornwall
Job Title: Chief Instructor - Raleigh Location: SCTC Raleigh, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2PD Salary: £29,000 gross per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Closing Date: 21st March 2025. Are you a Chief Instructor looking for a new opportunity? The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and also enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people - including those from under-represented or marginalised groups. We are currently looking for a Chief Instructor to join our team. About the role: We operate eleven training venues across the UK, this includes eight boat stations and three training centres for our 15,000 young people. We are looking for someone who will deliver and support high quality land based, face to face and virtual training to both our cadets and volunteers, creating a highly impactful national training experience for our cadets guided by the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy. You will lead volunteers and sessional instructors to ensure high quality delivery and manage the day-to-day training, whilst ensuring the health, safety and safeguarding of all whom you are training. You will work closely with the Centre Manager to support the day-to-day operations. As the Chief Instructor you will be a driving force for the quality delivery of training at the centre. You will be instrumental in facilitating and delivering life changing, positive experiences for our young people. We are seeking a dedicated practitioner who excels in a diverse environment and aims to achieve fulfilment by working with young people and assisting our 4500 volunteers to deliver the Sea Cadet Experience. Responsibilities: To organise and deliver high quality face to face training for cadets (and volunteers) Supervising delivery of courses by others and ensuring that we adhere to National Governing Body standards and any other existing regulations are adhered to. Assist the Centre Manager in ensuring that all activities are conducted safely, and that sessional instructors or volunteers receive appropriate briefings, qualifications, and training. The day-to-day operations for centre including giving staff briefs, co-ordinating equipment issue and return and the safe, effective, and punctual delivery of activities. To manage use, allocation and maintenance of equipment and resources where appropriate. To assist the Manager in administrative duties including Issuing of certificates for accredited Courses; Updating "Westminster" records in relation to cadet qualifications and achievements; coordinating facility bookings and monitoring usage. Conduct general maintenance of the facilities. Ensure proper use of all equipment and resources. Ensuring safety and safeguarding of all trainees, providing supervision, and safety facilities as required. Requirements: RYA Dinghy Instructor (willing and able to qualify as an RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor) RYA Powerboat Instructor Experienced and confident teaching in a classroom-based environment. Ability to plan, organise and supervise delivery of training. Benefits: 51 days annual leave per annum Volunteering Leave Life assurance (4x salary) Private medical insurance Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Cycle to work scheme. Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Chief Cadet Instructor, Cadet Lead, Maritime Instructor, may also be considered for this role.
Mar 06, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Chief Instructor - Raleigh Location: SCTC Raleigh, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2PD Salary: £29,000 gross per annum Job type: Full time, Permanent Closing Date: 21st March 2025. Are you a Chief Instructor looking for a new opportunity? The Marine Society & Sea Cadets (MSSC) is the leading maritime charity for youth development and lifelong learning. We are a vibrant and growing charity inspiring young people to achieve their potential through challenge and nautical adventure and also enabling seafarers and maritime professionals to realise their potential through learning and career development. Working with our employees, cadets, and volunteers, we have built a strong vision and five-year Future Ready strategy to meet the growing demand for what we provide, both for young people, seafarers and maritime professionals - and the thousands who aspire to be the sea cadets and marine professionals of the future. It is also about equipping them to achieve their potential and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while growing our charity to benefit even more people - including those from under-represented or marginalised groups. We are currently looking for a Chief Instructor to join our team. About the role: We operate eleven training venues across the UK, this includes eight boat stations and three training centres for our 15,000 young people. We are looking for someone who will deliver and support high quality land based, face to face and virtual training to both our cadets and volunteers, creating a highly impactful national training experience for our cadets guided by the customs and traditions of the Royal Navy. You will lead volunteers and sessional instructors to ensure high quality delivery and manage the day-to-day training, whilst ensuring the health, safety and safeguarding of all whom you are training. You will work closely with the Centre Manager to support the day-to-day operations. As the Chief Instructor you will be a driving force for the quality delivery of training at the centre. You will be instrumental in facilitating and delivering life changing, positive experiences for our young people. We are seeking a dedicated practitioner who excels in a diverse environment and aims to achieve fulfilment by working with young people and assisting our 4500 volunteers to deliver the Sea Cadet Experience. Responsibilities: To organise and deliver high quality face to face training for cadets (and volunteers) Supervising delivery of courses by others and ensuring that we adhere to National Governing Body standards and any other existing regulations are adhered to. Assist the Centre Manager in ensuring that all activities are conducted safely, and that sessional instructors or volunteers receive appropriate briefings, qualifications, and training. The day-to-day operations for centre including giving staff briefs, co-ordinating equipment issue and return and the safe, effective, and punctual delivery of activities. To manage use, allocation and maintenance of equipment and resources where appropriate. To assist the Manager in administrative duties including Issuing of certificates for accredited Courses; Updating "Westminster" records in relation to cadet qualifications and achievements; coordinating facility bookings and monitoring usage. Conduct general maintenance of the facilities. Ensure proper use of all equipment and resources. Ensuring safety and safeguarding of all trainees, providing supervision, and safety facilities as required. Requirements: RYA Dinghy Instructor (willing and able to qualify as an RYA Senior Dinghy Instructor) RYA Powerboat Instructor Experienced and confident teaching in a classroom-based environment. Ability to plan, organise and supervise delivery of training. Benefits: 51 days annual leave per annum Volunteering Leave Life assurance (4x salary) Private medical insurance Generous pension (employer contribution up to 10%) Cycle to work scheme. Wellbeing portal and EAP with 121 counselling Employee development: We are investing in our employees' development and have an annual calendar of learning and development opportunities, designed to support employees to develop into their roles and stretch them to achieve their full potential. MSSC positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from all backgrounds. Equity, diversity, and inclusion really matters to us, so we can best serve our beneficiaries from every community. We work to ensure a fair and consistent recruitment process and aim to be a charity where diversity of experience, identity and skills are valued and welcomed. MSSC is an equal opportunities employer. Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete your application. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: Chief Cadet Instructor, Cadet Lead, Maritime Instructor, may also be considered for this role.
