Training Support Officer

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, CyberFirst) 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.Benefits: 25 days annual leave per annum, increasing with length of

Job DescriptionJob Title: Training Support Officer - SCTC RaleighLocation: Homebased or Northern Area Office, KY11 2XHSalary: £16,377 gross per annum pro rata (£27,295 per annum full time equivalent)Job type: Part time, 3 days/21 hours per week, fixed term until September 2027Closing Date: 1st October 2026 (We may close the position early if the right candidate comes forward)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