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Being a BYP instructor is a fun and rewarding experience.
Pass your experience on and inspire the next generation
Be part of the BYP instructor community and meet like minded people
Earn money - £75 per session.
Click the button below to register your interest in joining us.
Passing the baton to the next generation by sharing the wisdom and experience you have gained throughout your life's work is one of the most rewarding and life-affirming things you can do.
If you are a passionate aviator with a few hours spare each week, this could be a rewarding and enjoyable next step in your aviation journey and with rates of pay of £75 per session, it’s a useful income stream too!
THE ROLE:
As a BYP Instructor (or Flying Club Leader), your core role is to teach in a classroom. You will guide groups of 11 to 17-year-olds through the BYP syllabus that we provide, starting with the basics and leading them through their ground exams and, hopefully, on to gaining a pilot's licence.
The BYP syllabus is easy to follow. Each lesson includes a clear lesson plan, complete with PowerPoint slides, videos, quizzes, and everything you need to deliver a great lesson. All you need to do is bring the subject to life by sharing your real-world knowledge and experience.
BYP will provide everything you need, from your initial training and set-up through to easy-to-follow lesson plans, along with regular communications, updates, and newsletters for your students and their parents.
the process:
Step 1: Apply
The first step is to tell us a little about yourself. Simply use the button above to submit your details so we can get in touch. We'll ask where you're based and for some information about your flying experience.
Step 2: Meet & Greet
You'll be invited to an informal Zoom Meet & Greet with a member of the BYP team. This is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and make sure the role is the right fit.
We'll be looking to confirm that you:
Have the communication skills to engage and inspire young people.
Can commit to teaching for a full term and have a reliable schedule.
Understand what is involved in becoming a BYP Instructor.
Step 3: Background Checks
To ensure the safety of our students, we'll complete a number of standard checks, including:
An Enhanced DBS check.
Verification of your flying qualifications (licence and/or logbook).
Identity checks (passport or driving licence).
References.
Step 4: Training
Our training is designed to be practical, efficient, and flexible. Most of it can be completed online and will give you everything you need to deliver engaging, high-quality lessons.
Training includes:
Basic teaching skills.
Safeguarding training.
An introduction to the BYP syllabus.
How to access and deliver BYP lesson plans and resources.
Xbox flight simulator training.
Where possible, the opportunity to visit another club and observe an experienced instructor in action.
Step 5: Meeting Your School
If you'll be teaching at a school club, you'll attend a relaxed introductory meeting with the school before your first session. You'll also complete the school's onboarding process, which may include Wi-Fi access, security procedures, door codes, access passes, and a site orientation.
Ongoing Support
Although you'll be trusted to run your classes independently, you'll never be on your own. You'll be supported by a network of fellow BYP Instructors, your Regional Team Leader, and the BYP HQ team, who are always on hand to help ensure your club runs smoothly.
Ready to get started? Click the "Apply Now" button above and take the first step towards inspiring the next generation of pilots.
Commitment:
The minimum commitment is just one to two hours of teaching per week, although you are welcome to take on more if you wish. Please bear in mind that each session also requires some preparation and set-up time.
We ask instructors to commit to a full term of teaching, which is typically around 10 classes. However, if you are an airline pilot or have another role with an irregular schedule, we can often arrange a job share, allowing you to teach during your available weeks.
Together, we'll create a teaching schedule for each term that works for both you and your students.
Walk Through a Typical Day:
Before the Lesson
Before your lesson, log in to the BYP Instructor Portal and review the lesson plan, PowerPoint slides, and supporting resources so you are familiar with the topic.
Turn on the Xbox flight simulators and set up the day's flying exercise.
Make sure your PowerPoint presentation (or whiteboard, where appropriate) is ready, and that any videos you plan to use are loaded and ready to play.
During the Lesson
As your students arrive, spend a few minutes chatting with them and making them feel welcome. Some may be excited to tell you about a real flight they took at the weekend. Encourage them to share their experiences with the rest of the class, as this helps build enthusiasm and confidence.
You're now ready to begin the lesson. Introduce the topic, play the embedded video, and work through the PowerPoint slides, encouraging questions and discussion throughout. Finish the classroom section with a recap and an opportunity for students to ask any remaining questions.
After approximately 30 minutes, it's time to move on to the flight simulators. Demonstrate the exercise first, explaining what the students will be practising, before giving everyone the opportunity to have a go.
WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR:
We are looking for people who love aviation and, most importantly, are passionate about sharing that enthusiasm with others.
BYP Instructors come from every corner of the aviation world, from commercial airline and military pilots to GA and microlight pilots who fly for the sheer enjoyment of it. The key attribute is a genuine passion for aviation. You should also have a good depth of knowledge and the ability to communicate, engage, and inspire young people.
We would love to hear from:
GA and microlight pilots
Retired or active professional pilots
Flying instructors
Aspiring airline pilots who are working towards, or already hold, a CPL or ATPL licence
This is more than just a job. You'll be joining a growing community of aviators, with plenty of opportunities to meet like-minded people, share experiences, and inspire the next generation of pilots.