UK Ministry of Defence
ISR College: GEOINT Burnham Lecturer
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Job Summary
Denison Barracks, Hermitage, Thatcham, West Berkshire, RG18 9TP
As part of the Defence Intelligence Academy (DefIntAc), the Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance College (ISR College) delivers world-class professional defence training and education to representatives of the British armed forces, wider UK government and international partners. We offer a range of short, long and face-to-face courses.
The ISR College is actively seeking specialists with an ability to contribute effectively within a high performing team to deliver Military Geo-spatial Intelligence (GEOINT). GEOINT encompasses the disciplines of Geo-spatial Science, Geographic Information Systems, and Remote Sensing.
The Burnham Lecturer (BL) GEOINT is responsible for planning, preparing and delivering modules on the ME Geo Tech course, and the GEOINT Officers’ Course in Geo-spatial Intelligence respectively accredited as a BSc (Hons) and a MSc by civilian academic partners. The post holder will also be responsible for the planning, preparation and delivery of specialised short courses for Defence, as required by the business and Defence need.
The output of training is focused on delivering Defence personnel with the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours to operate effectively within the Defence GEOINT enterprise, advising Command at Strategic, Operational and Tactical levels, including on operational deployments in remote areas with little support via reach back.
The post holder will work collaboratively with their military and civilian instructor colleagues to design and deliver engaging, practical course material grounded in military context against the defined training requirements.
The post holder is expected to engage with academia and industry to maintain their professional competence thus ensuring their training delivery remains current and relevant as the associated disciplines develop at pace.
This position is advertised at 37 hours per week.
Flexibility to travel to ISR College faculties and other UK wide MOD locations to support training delivery at minimal notice is required.
Note: This is a Military Training Establishment and operates throughout the year and unlike Academic partners, does not have long stand down periods.
Job Description
The Burnham Lecturer is to provide the academic leadership in GEOINT for the GEOINT Geo Officers’ and ME Geo Tech allocated modules and Defence courses.
This Includes (but Not Limited To):
- The design, delivery, and assessing of modules, pre and post-delivery.
- The review, development, management and assurance of assessments, adhering to defence and academic partner policies.
- Act as Module Leader and/or Module Manager as directed by line manager.
- Mentoring and supervision of trainees completing dissertations at Level 6 and 7.
- Conduct personal CPD to remain at the forefront of academic and industry thinking.
- Represent the ISR College at appropriate events as a Subject Matter Expert.
- Organise and deliver CPD for the faculty as part of continuous development of the staff and trainees.
- Assist in the day-to-day management of the GEOINT faculty.
- Collaborate with the Training Management Group (TMG) to ensure the academic integrity of courses is maintained to the required Defence and academic standards.
- Influence and contribute to internal and external decision-making.
As a Burnham Lecturer, In Accordance With Defence Policy And The Burnham Lecturer Management Practices Document - Defence Policy Documents, You Will Be Specifically Responsible For:
- Formal teaching duties - these will include teaching, tutorials, student assessment and all associated administration.
- Management of learning programmes and curriculum development, student admissions, counselling, participation in, and management of accreditation, validation, course design, maintenance and development, academic lead into college/university and other partners.
- Preparing and producing lesson plans and supporting course materials to support student centric learning, including integration of Literacy and Numeracy into lessons in accordance with Instructional Specification (I Spec) and Learning Specification (L Spec).
- Marking of students’ work and examinations, associated administration and feedback.
- Management and supervision of student visit programmes, research and other forms of scholarly activity.
- Continued business output, bolster resilience and ensure specialism currency.
- Delivering technical training, ensuring conformity to authorised specifications.
- Providing an exciting, safe, and inclusive learning environment.
- Ensuring compliance with personal responsibilities to students with Specific Learning Differences (SpLD)/Specialist Educational Needs.
- Acting as a role model, ensuring that the highest standards of behaviour are maintained in accordance with the Defence Trainer Code of Conduct & Civil Service Code of Conduct.
- Monitoring student welfare and process any concerns through the chain of command in accordance with the Supervisory Care Directive.
- Contributing to continuous improvement; maintaining own specialist subject matter expertise (knowledge and skills) and specialist subject content; undertaking a minimum of 5 hours Continuous Professional Development (CPD) per annum to address developmental goals.
- Participating in internal and external evaluation audits as required.
- Flexibility to travel ISR College faculties and other UK wide MOD locations at minimal notice to support training delivery.
- Full UK driving licence required.
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Person Specification
- Collaborate effectively with others in a supportive and constructive manner, leading teams to achieve strategic objectives.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to facilitate clear and effective interaction with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Be both proactive and reactive, assessing the skills and knowledge of trainees within the classroom and determining what support is needed to grow and nurture these individuals.
- Strong organisational skills with the capability to prioritise tasks efficiently, exhibit resilience under pressure, and meet deadlines consistently.
- Proficient in IT skills, possessing a sound understanding and adeptness in utilising various IT systems.
- Ability to work autonomously, displaying sound judgement in decision-making regarding advancing opportunities independently or seeking consultation when necessary.
- Self-motivated and able to demonstrate the ability to work independently, while collaborating with others to achieve organisational outcomes, demonstrated through strong interpersonal skills, and confidence in building, engaging and collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, in planning the delivery of short and long-term outputs.
Essential Criteria:
- A minimum of Level 6 Degree (Bachelors) in either Remote Sensing, Information systems and web mapping services, GIS, Geodesy, Geo-Science, Surveying, or relevant subject.
- Be proactive and innovative with excellent communication skills, be able to articulate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. These communications will occur across a range of means, including face-to-face meetings, email, online collaboration through Microsoft Teams and written reports/plans.
- Have excellent organisational skills, be resilient, with the ability to work independently, and as a team member both within the ISR College and wider Defence.
- Be comfortable following instructions, showing initiative and supporting colleagues, handling confidential information with sensitivity and care, adhering to Defence policies.
- Actively lead, encourage, enable, and champion inclusivity and diversity across all of your lines of activity.
- Experience of working with Academia.
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Role Specific Training:
- Within 6 months of appointment, the post holder must obtain the Defence Trainer Course (DTC) foundation competency (minimum).
- Within 6 months of appointment, the post holder must apply for and attain (through TMG) Recognised Teacher Status (RTS).
- Cert Ed (Level 5) is desirable but must be obtained within two full standard academic years.
Licences
- Hold a full UK driving licence.
Qualifications
- A minimum of Level 6 Degree (Bachelors) in either Remote Sensing, Information systems and web mapping services, GIS, Geodesy, Geo-Science, Surveying, or relevant subject.
- All qualifications/licences/memberships declared must be held at point of application and if applicable be in date. Equivalent Qualifications will not be accepted.
Behaviours
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We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Developing Self and Others
- Working Together
- Communicating and Influencing
- Managing a Quality Service
- Delivering at Pace
- Making Effective Decisions
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We only ask for evidence of these behaviours on your application form:
- Developing Self and Others
- Working Together
- Communicating and Influencing
Technical Skills
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We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:
- Delivery of a 20-minute lesson (with additional 10 mins of questions) on a relevant topic (provided if called to interview. -candidates will be emailed a selection of subject topics from which they select one during teaching practice presentation)
Benefits
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Denison Barracks has free car parking; and other facilities such as a gym and on site shop.
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Learning and development tailored to your role.
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An environment with flexible working options.
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A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity.
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Leave entitlement - 30-day annual leave allowance per year. In addition, 8 statutory Bank Holidays and 1 privilege day per year.
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We also offer an excellent range of family-friendly benefits, for example, enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
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Special Paid Leave to volunteer up to 6 days a year.
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Entry to the Teachers Pension scheme.
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Please Follow The Link To Visit The Discover My Benefits Site Which Showcases The Benefits And Discounts Offered When Working As a Civilian For The MOD: https://discovermybenefits.mod.gov.uk/civilian/
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This post does not offer any assistance with Relocation Allowances.
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Please be advised that the Department is conducting a review of all pay related allowances which could impact on those allowances that the post currently being advertised attracts.
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