Type Rating Instructor

Jet2careers; Bradford, Cheadle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading leisure airline in the UK is seeking an experienced Type Rating Instructor for the A320/1. This role requires a valid UK CAA pilots licence and a current class one medical, along with a minimum of 3,000 flying hours. The position offers a structured career progression based on merit, comprehensive benefits including medical cover and up to 37 days of annual leave, and a team-oriented environment focusing on customer service.

Benefits

High basic salary

Stable basing with confirmed locations

Comprehensive medical cover

Discretionary profit share scheme

Up to 37 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Career progression opportunities based on merit

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months validity on class one medical at the start date.
• Minimum of 3,000 flying hours with 1,000 hours command time.
• Current A320/1 type rating and TRI qualification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality training to pilots.
• Create an open and friendly atmosphere for colleagues.

Skills

Customer service skills

Instruction and training

A320/1 Type Rating

Command time in flying

Education

UK CAA issued pilots licence

Current class one medical

Job description

Type Rating Instructor – Airbus

Join Jet2.com - the award-winning Leisure Airline and you’ll take your career to new heights!

We currently operate a fast-growing mixed fleet of 130+ aircraft including Boeing 737‑800 & 300, and Airbus A320/1, flying to over 75 sun, city and ski destinations from 14 UK bases.

We take people on holiday – and we’re renowned for our first-class customer service and family friendly approach.

We are pleased to announce opportunities for experienced Airbus Type Rating Instructors (TRI) to join our ever-expanding team in the UK.

With a current A320/1 TRI qualification and previous training experience, you will have the motivation to deliver our high‑quality training to pilots. You will find the perfect environment in which to instruct and train at our expanding Training Centres in Bradford & Cheadle.

As we continue to grow, we are proud to be able to offer long‑term sustainable lifestyles for our pilots with fantastic opportunities for career progression and personal development. We foster an open and friendly atmosphere with localised management at base level – each taking a personal interest in your career and future ambitions.

As a Jet2.com TRI you will enjoy:

• High basic salary – not dependant on hours flown
• Stable Basing
  • Base confirmed at the point of offer
  • Transparent base transfer policy – not based on seniority
• Sustainable lifestyle
  • The majority of our current programme consists of 2 sector flying days
  • Rosters published up to 8 weeks in advance
  • Rotating priority leave booking system
  • Live free bidding for annual leave – instant confirmation – not based on seniority
  • 3 monthly requested days off to secure time off for special occasions
• Comprehensive UK private medical cover as standard
• Discretionary colleague profit share scheme
• Up to 37 days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme
• No seniority – career progression opportunities based on merit
• Great team spirit and friendly colleagues
• A stable, profitable and growing company – the largest UK tour operator and 3rd largest UK airline

Requirements

Successful candidates will possess a valid UK CAA issued pilots licence and current class one medical with a minimum of 6 months validity at the start date. You must also hold a current A320/1 type rating and TRI qualification, with a minimum of 3,000 flying hours, of which 1,000 hours must be command time (factorised) on type or on a similar size and configuration jet aircraft.

We are looking for pilots who understand great customer service and who will take pride in delivering it at every opportunity, showing energy, passion and helping us to make sure that our all-important customers have a lovely holiday with Jet2.com and Jet2holidays!