Capita
Academic Trainer - Engineering
United Kingdom · Work style not stated · Full time
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- EmployerCapita
- LocationUnited Kingdom
- Work styleWork style not stated
- Employment typeFull time
- Employer posted
Help get better trained war fighters to the front line faster – This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to make a lasting impact by mentoring the next generation of Royal Navy engineers—leveraging your career expertise without the need for prior teaching or military experience!
Job title:
Academic Trainer - Engineering
Job Description:
What you’ll be doing
Delivering training to groups of up to 24 trainees in: Electrical engineering and machine principles (NVQ Level 4/5) and Basic electronics and mathematics (Level 2/3)
Demonstrating practical electrical and machine concepts during lab sessions
Supervising trainee-led laboratory work aligned with module content
Administering and invigilated both paper-based and online examinations
Marking and check-marking assessments to ensure accuracy and consistency
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Maintaining and updating training materials with Training Design staff
What we’re looking for
Essential Skills/Experience/Qualifications
You will have at least a Foundation Degree in Electrical Engineering (or a related engineering discipline), or an HND/FdSc in Electrical Engineering or proven teaching/practical experience in Electrical Engineering
Desirable Skills/Experience/Qualifications
Experience in the theory and practical use of Electrical Machines (DC Motors/Generators, AC Motors/Generators) and Three Phase AC systems.
Classroom experience in teaching technical subjects in an adult education environment, ideally with at least a Level 4 teaching qualification.
Experience of the Defence Systems Approach to Training (or equivalent).
About Selborne
Selborne is a bold, £1 billion, 12-year transformation of Royal Navy training, led by Capita and a powerhouse consortium known as Team Fisher — including Raytheon UK, Fujitsu, and the University of Lincoln. Together, we're modernising military education with cutting-edge tech like simulators and data analytics, all under a collaborative "one team" approach with the Royal Navy. It’s a shared mission to deliver smarter, more effective training for sailors and marines across the naval enterprise. To learn more please visit: Royal Navy education & training Selborne | Careers at Capita
What’s in it for you?
Saraly up to £43,500 – pro rata £42,738.75 based on term time only
Enjoy flexible benefits including extra leave purchase, paid volunteering days, enhanced family leave, lifestyle discounts, and access to inclusive employee networks — all designed to support your wellbeing and personal growth.
Onsite, secure parking
Catering facilities and shops accessible
Rewarding role making a real difference to those joining and progressing within the Royal Navy
Ability to gain further qualifications
Unlock Your Potential with Capita
At Capita, your career can take you wherever your ambition leads. You'll become part of a diverse network of talented, forward-thinking professionals working across a wide range of disciplines and sectors. We’re committed to your growth — offering exciting opportunities to expand your skills, explore new paths, and advance your career.
Join us and discover a career with purpose. #CareersWithPurpose
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What we hope you’ll do next:
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Equal Opportunities
At Capita, we’re committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process and working environment for everyone. We want everyone to have the best chance of succeeding as they move through their application and start their career with us. We are an equal opportunity and Disability Confident employer; we want to hear from you if you’d like to discuss any adjustments you might need during your recruitment process. Please email reasonableadjustments@capita.com or call 07784 237318 and we’ll get back to you to discuss.
For more information about equal opportunities and the types of adjustments we can offer, please visit the Capita Careers website.
If you have a question that does not relate to adjustments during your recruitment process, please email our Talent Acquisition team - CPScareers@capita.com
Location:
Gosport
,
United Kingdom
Time Type:
Full time
Contract Type:
Permanent
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