Academic Trainer - Engineering

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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

• 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 Engineeringorproven 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.

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What we hope you’ll do next:

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

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 emailreasonableadjustments@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

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