Instructional Officer

Specialist Instructional Officer (Information & Communication Technology) – Ministry of Defence (MOD)

Salary: £30,740 per year
Additional Allowance: £3,000 annual Recruitment & Retention Allowance (subject to eligibility and successful completion of required developmental activities)
Location: RAF Cosford, WV7 3EX
Contract: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible Working and Job Share
Working Hours: 37 hours per week
Job Grade: Executive Officer (EO) – Specialist Instructional Officer (SIO)
Vacancies: 1
Reference Number: 484557
Closing Date: 23 November 2026 at 11:55 pm

Visa Sponsorship: NOT available. The Ministry of Defence will not sponsor a Skilled Worker visa for this position. It is NOT open to applicants who require visa sponsorship.

About the Role

The Ministry of Defence is recruiting a Specialist Instructional Officer (Information & Communication Technology) to join No.1 Radio School at RAF Cosford.

No.1 Radio School is a leading provider of technical education for the Royal Air Force’s Cyberspace Profession and trains ICT specialists from the RAF, Royal Navy, British Army, civilian workforce and international military personnel.

The successful candidate will deliver technical ICT training to military and civilian trainees, helping develop the next generation of Service ICT specialists.

The role involves delivering training on pre-employment training for deployable IT systems.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Deliver ICT technical training in line with established training frameworks and management guidance.
• Monitor student performance and work with Trainee Development Co-ordinators where necessary.
• Review, develop and improve course content and learning materials.
• Create and enhance Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) content.
• Support learning assessment and student development activities.
• Participate in continuous professional development and school improvement initiatives.
• Maintain and update course documentation and functional training equipment.

ICT Subjects and Technical Experience

Experience in the following areas is desirable:

• Cisco IT Essentials and Introduction to Networks.
• Microsoft Server and Power Platform.
• Database management.
• Linux and Python programming.
• Data communications and engineering principles.
• Radio and satellite communications.
• System maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Copper and fibre-optic network installation.
• Test and measurement equipment.
• Cyber security and cryptography.
• Secure communications and airfield support systems.

The advertised position will focus on delivering pre-employment training on deployable IT systems.

Applicants should highlight any additional relevant ICT experience in their CV and Statement of Suitability.

Essential Requirements

Applicants must meet the entry requirements for the MOD Specialist Instructional Officer Professional Group.

These include:

• A recognised apprenticeship or relevant alternative period of training.
• A relevant National Qualification.
• At least five years of relevant practical experience in the applicable trade or specialism.

Candidates applying for subjects without specific formal qualifications may be considered if they have completed appropriate training in the relevant subject.

Teaching experience: Experience delivering training and a teaching qualification, such as Cert Ed, DIT or DTTT, is desirable but not essential. Defence Trainer Techniques training will be provided to successful candidates.

Successful applicants must also obtain Standard Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

Benefits

The Ministry of Defence offers the following benefits:

• £30,740 annual salary.
• Additional £3,000 Recruitment & Retention Allowance, subject to eligibility.
• Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%.
• 25 days of annual leave, increasing by one day per year to 30 days after five years of service.
• Eight public holidays and an additional privilege day for HM The King’s Birthday.
• Learning and development opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements, subject to business requirements.
• Maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
• Access to RAF Cosford sports and leisure facilities, subject to registration and an annual fee.
• Free on-site parking.
• On-site shop and café facilities.
• Good road and rail connections.

Relocation expenses: The post does not offer relocation expenses.

External applicants who are new to the Civil Service will be subject to a six-month probation period.

Selection Process

The vacancy uses the Civil Service Success Profiles framework and assesses candidates against their experience and behaviours.

Applicants must submit:

• A CV containing employment history, qualifications, skills and experience.
• A Statement of Suitability of no more than 500 words, demonstrating how they meet the role’s knowledge, skills and experience requirements.

Behaviours assessed at sift:

• Communicating and Influencing.
• Managing a Quality Service.
• Changing and Improving.
• Developing Self and Others.

If a large number of applications are received, the initial sift may focus on the CV, Statement of Suitability and Communicating and Influencing behaviour.

Interview stage:

Candidates will be assessed against:

• Communicating and Influencing.
• Changing and Improving.
• Developing Self and Others.

The selection process will include a formal interview and a short presentation on a subject relevant to the position.

Important Information for Applicants

Visa sponsorship: This position does not offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants who require sponsorship under the points-based immigration system are not eligible.

The vacancy is broadly open to eligible UK nationals, Irish nationals, Commonwealth nationals with the right to work in the UK and other eligible nationality groups under Civil Service nationality rules.

Successful candidates must undergo the required security and criminal record checks.

Alternative working patterns may be considered where operational requirements allow, although on-site attendance during standard working hours may sometimes be necessary.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should read the attached candidate information documents and submit their application through the official Civil Service Jobs website.

Applicants should ensure their CV and 500-word Statement of Suitability clearly demonstrate their relevant ICT qualifications, practical experience and suitability for the instructional role.

Closing date: 23 November 2026 at 11:55 pm.

Contact Information

Job Contact: Mr Dave Elkes
Email: dave.elkes298@mod.gov.uk

Recruitment Team:
DBSCivPers-Resourcingteam3@mod.gov.uk