RAF PTI

A vacancy has arisen for a Sergeant (RAF PTI) to serve as Sqn Physical Training Instructor at 4624 Sqn RAF Brize Norton on Additional Duties Commitment Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 04 September 2023 (or earlier, subject to candidate status).

This post is responsible to OC 4624 Sqn for acting as the Sqn’s PTI and as such is the focal point for all professional physical education outputs and standards on the Sqn.

Specific responsibilities include:

-        Managing and coordinating physical trg e.g. PT sessions and the RAFFT for all Sqn personnel including Phase 1 and Phase 2 recruits and trainees.

-        Conducting Pre-Joining Fitness Tests for potential recruits.

-        Plan and deliver the Sqn Physical Training programme and assist in the planning and organisation of AT and FD.

-        Promotion of Health & Wellbeing and provision of physical activities.

-        Engaging with key stakeholders to secure resources and assistance where required e.g. Stn Gym.

Must either have been, or currently be a Sergeant – RAF PTI – or a Corporal – RAF PTI – 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. Furthermore, personnel who cannot provide the minimum of 13 months service prior to reaching the Normal Retirement Age (NRA) may still apply and will be considered subject to the post sponsor securing a Conditional Extension of Service.

Required competencies:

• Must be qualified to deliver fitness training sessions and coordinate all aspects of the RAFFT.
• Successfully completed the OCU course at the School of Physical Training.
• DTC or DTTT v2 qualified.
• Must possess strong organisational and communication skills.
• Must hold a full UK Driving Licence.
• The successful candidate will be required to undertake Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance.

• Experience working with Reserves, preferably on a RAuxAF Sqn.
• Experience of delivering training in a military establishment.
• Adventurous Training Instructor.

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

Name: FS J Searles

Email:  jilly.searles730@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 J Searles

FS Spt & Welfare 4624 Sqn

RAF Brize Norton

Carterton

OX18 3LX

The closing date for applications is 31 May 2023 and interviews (unless prom board required) will take place week commencing 12 June 2023.

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 Additional Duties 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. In addition, SNCO candidates will need to hold a PJI, ERI or FDI qualification.

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 QR1027 process will have their applications rejected as they are not eligible to join the RAF Reserves in accordance with AP 3391 (Vol 3, Lft 207, Annex L, Para 1a).

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 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 Brize Norton.