Staff and Instructors
Andrew Dorrell; (EDI Level 2 NVQ in Team Leadership) Commanding Officer
Anyone that joins the unit now has the greatest gift besieged upon them, that is try something they 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 (2IC)
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; (EDI Level 2 NVQ in Team Leadership) 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.
2nd Lt. James Churchill
I have been a member of the cadet unit for 11 years, I have learnt a massive amount of military skills in my time, I enjoy cadets as it is a fun environment to be in where I have experienced some of my happiest memories. In May 2011 i was made the training coordinator of the unit organising the units training and courses.
2nd Lt. Gary Carmichael
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 Green Beret cadets. In 2010 I was promoted to Acting Sergeant Major. I am also training to be a pilot and to gain my PPL.
2nd Lt. Ashley Houghton
I am currently the QMSI in the unit and Instruct the Green Beret Section Cadets. I am also training for my Commando status within the unit having completed over half of the course. I am also the MTO as i am now entering the final year of my apprenticship in motor mechanics.
QMSI 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. Currently teaching the Green Beret section. Recently promoted to RQMSI and very happy!
Sgt. Geran Forbes
Having been with the cadet unit for several years as a cadet, I am now the youngest and newest staff member.
On Thursday 17th November 2011 I received a promotion to Sergeant!
I am currently working alondside our storeman learning how to run the stores.