JNCO FD Trainer

A vacancy will arise for a Cpl a vacancy will arise for a Cpl (Any Profession) to serve as JNCO Military Skills Instructor at HQ 6 FTS RAFC Cranwell on Full Time Reserve Service (LC) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS) with an initial proposed start date of 25 August 2025 (or earlier/later, subject to candidate status.

The successful applicant will be part of a small team of instructors directly responsible for the provision of RAF Military Skills, and Force Development training to the 15 University Air Squadrons. Although based at RAFC Cranwell, where much of the training is delivered, the job will occasionally involve giving instruction at dispersed UAS locations. Candidates should note that the majority of UAS training is classroom based at RAFC Cranwell but will also include supporting the delivery of live firing ranges and fieldcraft exercises on MOD Training Areas. Training may also occasionally take place at weekends. The primary duties will involve:

• Ensuring that the UAS Ground Training syllabus is adhered to.
• Maintaining up to date lesson plans, teaching notes and visual aids for mil skills trg.
• Planning, conduct and supervising blank firing exercises and live firing ranges according to the qualification held.
• Supporting SNCOs FP (Regt) to organise and conduct of trg in support of the Sqn Ground Training syllabus on all 15 UASs iaw current training directives.
• Maintain training records for all UAS students regarding training delivery.
• Delivering professional instruction and remaining up to date on all relevant teaching practices and subject matter relating to the delivery of mil skills training to UASs.
• Supporting Sqn and HQ-sponsored exercises as required.

Whilst this is primarily an appointment focusing on the delivery of mil skills trg, there will be opportunities to support wider UAS FD and leadership trg activity and in an array of disciplines in which appropriate qualifications or interests are held. 

• Must either have been, or currently be, a Corporal, Any Trade or, RN Leading Hand or Army/RM Corporal.
• Previous and relevant experience as an instructor in a training environment.
• Must have a Full UK Driving Licence.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of RAF AP1, Ethos, Core Values and Standards.
• Demonstrate experience / knowledge of delivery of weapon training. Should include all or some of the following Q-R-SA(B)90 or higher, Q-R-SA(M)07, weapons instructor Q-R-W (SAI), Q-R-DCCT(O).

• Defence Train the Trainer course (DTTT) or Defence Trainer course (DTc) (if not held must be willing to undergo training within 3 months of taking up post). Successful completion of this course is a requirement for retention in the post.
• Previous experience in the delivery of RAF Phase 1 training.
• Hold the range qualification Q-R-SA(B)90 or higher (if not held must be willing to undergo training within 12 months of taking up post).
• Hold Q-R-SA(M)07 (if not held must be willing to undergo training within 12 months of taking up post).
• Weapons instructor Q-R-W (SAI) (if not held must be willing to undergo training within 12 months of taking up post).
• Q-R-DCCT(O) (if not held must be willing to undergo training within 12 months of taking up post).
• RAF Team Medic/First aid instructor (if not held must be willing to undergo training within 12 months of taking up post).
• RAF Drill instructor (if not held must be willing to undergo training within 12 months of taking up post).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• To understand and support the delivery of the 6 FTS Mission Directive. (Must be understood when in post).

A Selection Board will carry out a rigorous selection process for this post, based principally on an applicant’s last 3 appraisal reports as required.  Enquiries concerning this vacancy should be made to:

Name: SO2 Training

Address: mark.norey384@mod.gov.uk

Applications.  Candidate applications, with a maximum 2-page CV (to include copies of last 3 appraisal reports as required) should be sent to:

Name: Mr Jon Riddell jon.riddell104@mod.gov,uk

The closing date for applications is 30 March 2025.

Interviews will take place week commencing 14 April 2025.

Unless already enlisted in the Reserve Air Forces the successful applicant will be required to be enlisted in the Royal Air Force Reserves with a liability for call-out for permanent service.

The appointment is on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) TCoS in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 7 Part 1 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for an initial period of 5 years.

Confirmation of appointment will depend on successful completion of a RAF Medical Board.  Personnel who do not meet the Age/Permanent Joint Medical Employment Standard (PJMES) may apply for the appointment but will only be considered subject to an executive waiver process on a case-by-case basis.

Candidates who have been out of regular or reserve service for more than 5 years may be considered for this appointment.  Prior approval must be sought from the relevant Professions Advisor to confirm current and past experience prior to being invited to interview.

Applicants of an equivalent rank from sister Services may apply but will only be accepted into the Royal Air Force Reserves if an appropriate Professions advisor can be identified to sponsor the applicant.  The relevant Profession’s advisor approval must be agreed before the interview.

Regular Service Applicants.  Personnel currently serving in the Regular Royal Air Force should be mindful of the current Early Termination Minimum Waiting Time (MWT) for their respective Rank, Profession and ensure this MWT is compatible with the post sponsor’s proposed start date, prior to applying.

Ex-service candidates who have been administratively discharged through the KR1027 process will have their applications rejected as they are not eligible to join the RAF Reserves in accordance with AP 3391.

Pension Issues.  Personnel who qualify for a service pension should take financial advice from Defence Business Services (DBS) Pensions Department on the effect that undertaking reserve service has on their pension (details can be found on the JPA splash screen). Additional guidance can also be found at https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pensions-and-compensation-for-veterans and MMP116 - Re-employment. Of particular note is reference to the ‘Effect of Re-employment’ on Commutation and, for those leaving on a ‘preserved’ pension, the Resettlement Grant.

Transition between TCoS.  Personnel taking this appointment from other TCoS should consider the impact on any accrued entitlements, such as leave, resettlement etc and should seek specialist guidance where required as certain entitlements are TCoS specific and may not be retained or transferred on transition between TCoS. 

Flexible Working Arrangements. In accordance with the Flexible Working (FW) Policy, Reserve personnel can request FW arrangements with their line manager.  Any immediate FW requirements should be agreed with the line management at the interview stage.

Individual Reinforcement Training (IRT) (Module 1) and RAF Fitness Test (RAFFT).  Reserve personnel are required to maintain currency in IRT and the RAFFT iaw the relevant TCoS.  The successful applicant will be expected to undertake IRT and the RAFFT within 6 months of commencing employment (if required).

Annual Salary and Leave.  Pay will be in accordance with the pay scales published for the reserve air forces.  Leave entitlement is detailed in JSP 760.

Accommodation. Personnel serving on FTRS(LC) TCoS are eligible to occupy Single Living Accommodation (SLA) if available, at entitled rates, if serving within the Air Command TLB.