PREBRD FTRS2

A vacancy has arisen for a Sgt (Any Profession; however, preference will be given to People Ops – Pers (Spt)) to serve as a Pre-Boarder at RAF High Wycombe on Full Time Reserve Service (Home Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 29 July 2024.

Individuals with a high level of concentration, attention to detail and excellent time management skills are encouraged to apply. The role can be very mentally demanding which requires a high level of personal determination and endurance. The rewards, however, are that individuals can gain an unrivalled insight into the career management organisation. Whilst initial induction training will be completed in person at HQ Air Cmd, and a degree of commitments will require individuals to report to the office periodically, the option of remote/flexible working arrangements is available subject to individuals meeting a level of competence and agreed by Line Management.

Further information on the employment of pre-board duties can be found at AP3392 Vol 2 Leaflet 1542.

As a SNCO pre-boarder, you are responsible to WO Proms Policy, through FS Pre-Board, for the following;

a.    Ensure that all candidates within each rank and specialisation are graded before being presented to the Promotion Selection Board (PSB) iaw the following documentation:

                (i).          Pre-Board Checksheet.

                (ii).         Pre-Board Other Ranks Profession/Specialisation Loading List.

                (iii).        AP3376 Vol 2 (Employment, Career and Competency Structures for Aviators of the Royal Air Force).

b.    Ensure that the Guidance for OR Pre-Board members’ instructions within ASSIs are understood and complied with.

c.    Ensure that all ACRs comply with JSP 757 Pt 1 Chap 3 and additional Pre-Board instruction.  ACRs needing to be returned to units are to be staffed to SNCO Promotions & Appraisals, or re-opened and expunged as required.

d.    Report any instances of report copying to Post-Board admin for action.

e.    Mentor new personnel into the section to ensure they comply with all regulations.

f.    Conduct presentations to various audiences pertaining to the Pre-Boarding and Promotion processes.

g.    Highlight any irregularities contained within publications to ensure rectification.

h.    Create Pre-board report in line with presidents report for use by RCMA.

i.    Create and maintain a working environment that is free from harassment, intimidation or unlawful discrimination in accordance with the RAF EO Action Plan 00/01 – 02/03 serial 2.5a thru e.

• Must either have been, or currently be, a Sgt (Any Profession) or a Corporal (Any Profession) eligible for promotion in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 2 Leaflet 560 and AP 3376 Vol 1. All Promotions will be ratified by means of a Promotion Board. If an applicant has been out of full-time military service and is applying for a post on promotion, they will also need to send their civilian appraisals or equivalent to evidence recent skills, knowledge and experience to be considered by the Promotion Board. 
• Completion of DLE RAF Appraisal Training (mod.gov.uk)

• Basic MS Excel/Word understanding
• Defence Workplace Trainer course

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:  FS Scott Savage

Tel: 0300 1161135 or email scott.savage927@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:

FS Scott Savage: 0300 1161135 or email scott.savage927@mod.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 30 March 2024 and interviews (unless prom board required) will take place week commencing 15 April 2024.

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 (Home 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.

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.

Admin Discharge.  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/HC)/ADC TCoS are eligible to occupy Single Living Accommodation (SLA) if available, at entitled rates, if serving within the Air Command TLB. However, due to a severe shortage, it is unlikely that accommodation will be available at RAF High Wycombe.