Beta

This is a trial service — your feedback will help us to improve it.

JNCO REGT 605 SQN

Vacancy summary

Royal Air Force
1889317
OR-4 - LH/LR - Cpl
Corporal

12/12/2022, 23:55 

January 2023
5 Years
Royal Air Force, Royal Navy, Army
TG8 - Force Protection
Gunner
605 Sqn
Shropshire
United Kingdom
FTRS - Limited Commitment

Vacancy detail

A vacancy has arisen for a Cpl Gunner to serve as JNCO Regt at RAF Cosford on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 23 January 2023. 

As part of 2 Group, the Sqn’s role is to provide a cadre of RAuxAF logistic and RAFP personnel to support the regular RAF on operations and exercises, both in the UK and overseas. The post holder will report directly to FS Trg. They will need to possess strong communication and organisational skills, have a confident manner and be comfortable engaging with both military and civilian personnel in various environments.  As an integral member of the Sqn the successful applicant will also be required to support other Sqn activities and assist during training weekends. 

Their primary duties will include: 

Co-ordinating and delivering mandated FP trg and all Sqn TG8 (Gnr) activities for all Sqn personnel. 

Delivering Phase 1 Part 1 training and co-ordinate Ph1 Pt2 training to include familiarisation days and prep days for recruits. 

Engaging with key stakeholders where appropriate e.g. IFPT Flt at RTS Halton, FP Flt at RAF Cosford and other RAuxAF sqns.

 Assist in the delivery of continuation trg for all PTVRs. 

Support Recruitment and Engagement events and activities on behalf of the Sqn.

  Must either have been, or currently be a Cpl Gnr, or equivalent in Sister Services.     

  Must be qualified to deliver all aspects of IRT Mod 1, relative to the rank of Corporal.

  Must possess strong organisational and communication skills.

  Must be able to use Microsoft Office applications, in particular PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

  Must hold a full UK Driving Licence.

Experience of working with Reserves, preferably on a RAuxAF Sqn.

Experience of delivering training in a Phase 1 military establishment.

Experience of delivering mandated FP trg.

Experience of delivering drill and ceremonial instruction.

Defence Trainer Course (or equivalent, i.e. DTTT).

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

Flight Sergeant Palmer

01902 377299

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

WO Caroline Burns, Caroline.burns537@mod.gov.uk

Training Officer

605 Sqn RAuxAF

Fulton Block

RAF Cosford

Wolverhampton

WV7 3EX 

The closing date for applications is 12 Dec 2022.

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

 


#_ednref1 

This opportunity is closed to applications.