Staff and Instructors
Andrew Dorrell Commanding Officer
I have been at the cadet unit since joining as a boy, at the age of fourteen. I joined the unit as all my friends did, but didn’t attend that year’s annual camp. I joined the Ministry of Defence after leaving School, serving with many Military units in and around Folkestone.
To this day I have seen many cadets join the unit and leave, but I think all have left with a great sense of loyalty and the making of new friends.
Anyone that joins the unit now has the greatest gift besieged upon them, that is try something I never thought was possible and to actually achieve it.
I am as passionate about this cadet unit and its individuals that attend, as I am about my football team, Leeds. I will endeavour to keep the ethics of the unit running for as long as I live but some people think that maybe forever.
Simon McCarthy 2nd in Command
I am the cadet units Lieutenant. I have been a member since 2001 and earned my Green Beret in the year 2002.
I have made great progress in life due to the things that I have been taught whilst volunteering at the cadet unit which I hope I can pass down my knowledge to others for years to come. I am also a keen musician and play bass in a local band.
Tina Roberts unit Admin and Welfare Officer
Currently the 'mum' of the unit assisting on the welfare of the lads and lasses. I am also the first point of contact with all new entry's and to assist with any queries parents may have.
Christopher Kearney
I have been promoted to 2nd Lieutenant of the unit and currently the Quartermaster, having joined the unit in 1996. I have learned a great deal as a cadet and want to pass my knowledge on to the future leaders.
Gary Carmicheal
Joined the cadet unit in 2001 earned my Green Beret in 2002 but had to leave to live in Spain. I came back to teach the Black Beret section of the unit in 2007 and I am currently teaching the Potential Green beret cadets. In 2010 i was promoted to Acting Sergeant Major. I am also learning to be a pilot and to gain my PPL
Ashley Houghton
I am currently Staff Sergeant in the unit and second Instructor for Potential Level Cadets. I am also training for my Commando status. I am also the MTO
Oliver Bray
First joined the cadet unit when I was 11 where I was taught basic military skills, I then left the unit when I was 12 but came back when I was 16. I was the first cadet to achieve my para wings with the unit and I am currently doing my commando training course with the unit. In March 2010 I made the rank of Sergeant and I recently completed my food hygiene and basic first aid course.
Jamie Roberts
I joined the unit in 2008 after being medically discharged from the Army. I enjoy teaching the cadets many skills that will be absorbed into their minds that may help them adjust to the pressures of life. I also teach them karate which I am qualified to do so. Was made a Sergeant in March 2010.