BFT Qualified Flying Instructor (Talent Pool)

Job Description

About the Company Ascent Flight Training is an established and growing aerospace and training company operating across the UK, delivering flying training services to the UK Government. The company seeks innovative, adaptable and proactive people to help achieve One Mission as One Team, and offers the opportunity to work in a professional, dynamic and diverse environment within its Training Support Hub and on its operations sites. Role Overview Ascent Flight Training is building a talent pool for Basic Flying Training (BFT) Qualified Flying Instructors (QFIs) and Qualified Instructors (QIs) at RAF Valley, ensuring the right people are ready to step into key roles as they become available. RAF Valley is home to fast-paced, high-impact flying training, and joining the talent pool puts you first in line when opportunities arise to deliver world-class instruction in a dynamic and rewarding environment. As a Qualified Flying Instructor on the Basic Flying Training Squadron at RAF Valley, you would be part of a small, niche delivery team. How the Talent Pool Works Apply and interview: if successful, you will be added to the talent pool for up to 12 months Stay notified: as roles open, Ascent will contact you based on your availability and operational needs Confirm your interest: you will have the opportunity to express interest before any formal offer is made Requirements Experienced pilots with a passion for developing the military aviators of the future Aircrew who thrive in structured, high-tempo training environments Professionals committed to safety, precision and instructional excellence What We Offer The opportunity to work in a professional, dynamic and diverse environment An environment where your proficiency, experience and contribution are valued Additional Information Apply now to be considered for upcoming instructor roles and help maintain the highest standards in flying training.

Requirements

• Apply and interview: if successful, you will be added to the talent pool for up to 12 months
• Stay notified: as roles open, Ascent will contact you based on your availability and operational needs
• Confirm your interest: you will have the opportunity to express interest before any formal offer is made
• Experienced pilots with a passion for developing the military aviators of the future
• Aircrew who thrive in structured, high-tempo training environments
• Professionals committed to safety, precision and instructional excellence
• The opportunity to work in a professional, dynamic and diverse environment
• An environment where your proficiency, experience and contribution are valued