Jobs in Bournemouth, United Kingdom

We are Skyborne, an industry leading aviation training academy with a mission to Build Better Pilots. As a growing business, we’ve invested in state-of-the-art training facilities in both the UK and U.S, as well as cutting‑edge resources to deliver the very best in airline‑focussed pilot training. With the recent opening of our second site in Bournemouth, we’re expanding our reach and training capacity to meet growing demand. We play a vital role in guiding our trainees from the classroom to the flight deck, with our graduates going on to fly for leading airlines.

We set ourselves the highest standards and believe that work should be both satisfying and fun. At the core of Skyborne is a culture shaped by our values and pillars: we champion creativity in everything we do, foster a supportive, team‑focused environment and set the bar high for quality and professionalism. We’re a people‑first company and a motivated, passionate team who take pride in giving our trainees the strongest start to their aviation careers.

We employ a carefully selected team of professionals who are committed to shaping the next generation of pilots. Now’s the perfect time to join us and be part of something exciting and truly rewarding.

As a Multi‑Engine Flight Instructor, you will be responsible for delivering the highest quality flight and simulator instruction to our trainees in compliance with Skyborne’s training and safety standards, and in line with the applicable Aviation Authority regulations. You will instruct at state‑of‑the‑art training facilities using the very latest aircraft, simulators, course‑ware; and surrounded by inspiring colleagues across the globe who are all committed to delivering the very best.

Responsibilities include conducting training in accordance with the approved ATO training manual and Academy published schedule/programme, as well as delivering briefings and debriefings to trainees. You would be expected to comply with all rules and procedures detailed in the ATO Operations Manual and to uphold flight safety in every aspect of training.

We are currently recruiting qualified Multi‑Engine Flight Instructors for Full‑Time, Part‑time and Contractor positions. If you're interested in any of these options, we invite you to apply to this position and we will discuss these options in more detail.

• Minimum of 500 hours flight time
• Minimum 200 hours instructional time
• Minimum 30 hours Pilot In Command MEP (Land)
• UK Part‑FCL unrestricted Flight Instructor with the following instructional privileges:
  • SEP (Land)
  • Night
  • CPL
  • Instrument
  • MEP (Land)
• Unrestricted right to live and work in the UK
• Unrestricted UK CAA Class 1 Medical

When applying, please upload a copy of your UKPart-FCL Licence, UKPart-MED Medical Certificate.

We are committed to offering the most competitive benefits package to our Flight Instructors, including:

• £60,000 per annum salary (full time equivalent)
• Competitive uncapped bonus scheme, subject to realistic and achievable targets
• £1,000 sign‑on bonus upon completion of standardisation
• £100,000 loss of licence benefit
• Inclusive and flexible rostering
• 30 days paid annual leave (inclusive of UK Public Holidays) based on 4.5‑day working week
• Private health care for you and your spouse
• International training opportunities available
• Access to state‑of‑the‑art training facilities and resources
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team
• Discounts with corporate partners

This is an opportunity not to be missed. If you want to take your career to heights you never thought possible, then we want to meet you.