CCF Contingent Commander

The College is seeking to appoint a Contingent Commander for the College’s Combined Cadet Force. The CCF Contingent Commander is responsible to the Head of College, through the Deputy Head Co-curricular, for the leadership of the Robert Gordon’s College Combined Cadet Force. 

The Contingent Commander has oversight of all Contingent matters, overall responsibility for compliance and works with members of the Senior Leadership Team to implement the CCF calendar of events. The postholder is also responsible for ensuring the CCF team produces and delivers an effective training programme for cadets, reviewing staffing and recruiting new officers in addition to managing the finances for the Cadet Force. 

Attendance at CCF training/parade is mandatory each week and takes place every Tuesday afternoon. Further hours will be required to meet the needs of the role, and this may work well for a candidate seeking part-time work. The role requires flexibility, including a willingness to work evenings, weekends and during College holidays. Additional commitments will include exercises, camps and training days, some of which may require overnight stays away from home.

The postholder will line manage the SSI and two OCs and will also work closely with CFAVs, College staff and the Cadet Training Teams. The College currently runs two sections (Army and RAF). A more detailed job description of the role can be shared on request. 

The post is available from January 2027 and is remunerated by an allowance paid by the College on a monthly basis in addition to eligibility for a number of days of Volunteer Allowance paid directly by the MoD. Applicants must hold a commission or be willing to work towards commission on appointment. 

Please contact HR for more information about the terms and conditions of the role.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 19 November 2026 at 4pm.