Education Instructor

Overview

Role:
Education Instructor / Mentor

Location:

Edinburgh and surrounding area

Contract:

Permanent – Term-time plus contract

Salary: £25,500 per annum (FTE, £12,015 pro-rata for the 6 months)

Commando Joe’s is the UK’s leading provider of character education, working with schools nationwide to help young people build resilience, confidence, and self-worth. We’re part of The Edwin Group, a Top 10 UK Employer in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025 for the third consecutive year – recognised for world-class employee engagement, a supportive culture, and industry-leading wellbeing initiatives.

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As an Instructor/Mentor, you’ll be an inspirational role model, delivering engaging sessions in schools to:

• Build character, confidence, and resilience in young people.
• Inspire pupils through your own experiences and leadership.
• Support schools in developing life skills beyond the classroom.

This role is especially suited to individuals with a background in the military, public services, or education who are passionate about making a real difference.

• Military PTI, public services, or education background (ideal).
• A positive role model with empathy and compassion.
• Commitment to your own growth as well as supporting the development of others.
• Flexibility to travel – a full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.

• Competitive salary
• Fully paid training.
• Paid mileage.
• Life insurance.
• Health cash plan.
• Company pension.
• Monday–Friday schedule (no weekend work).
• Free or subsidised travel & referral programme.

You’ll be part of a supportive, values-driven organisation making a tangible impact in schools across the country. At Commando Joe’s, no two days are the same – you’ll work with a variety of schools, inspire young people, and be part of a team where your contribution truly matters.

Interested? Apply today and start your journey with Commando Joe’s.

The Edwin Group do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.