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CCF RN YT SE3

Vacancy summary

Royal Navy
2157165
OR-7 - CPO - SSgt/CSgt - Chf Tech/FS
Chief Petty Officer, Staff Sergeant / Colour Sergeant

09/04/2023, 23:55 

April 2023
2 Years
Royal Navy, Royal Marines
Any
Any
HQ CADETS YOUTH AND STEM (Portsmouth)
Hampshire
United Kingdom
FTRS - Limited Commitment

Vacancy detail

ROYAL NAVY CADETS - COMBINED CADET FORCE (ROYAL NAVY) STRATPOL-RN AREA INSTRUCTOR CCF SOUTHEAST 3

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an OR7 (RN) to join the Combined Cadet Force (CCF) RN team as an Area Instructor in the CCF (RN) Southeast team on FTRS (Full Commitment), with a key focus on supporting the delivery of CCF cadet activities within a school setting. Schools are located in the SouthEast. As an Area Instructor (AI) you will be responsible for delivering effective help, advice, guidance and training to the CCF schools within your designated area. You will support the delivery of the CCF (RN) Cadet Syllabus, CCF (RN) activities, Camps and Courses, helping to develop young cadets’ leadership.

This is a dynamic and intensely rewarding job, working in support of young people to deliver the Cadet Experience: ‘to provide a challenging and stimulating ‘cadet experience’ within schools that develops and inspires young people through the ethos and standards of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines.’ 

The ideal applicant must be motivated, committed, able to work both independently and flexibly, enjoy outdoor activities and enjoy working in support of young people within a school framework. All necessary training will be given. Full details can be found in the Terms of Reference. 

For further information, please contact: Lt Cdr James (Jim) Moseley (Navy StratPol-XO CCF RN-RM)
James.Moseley446@mod.gov.uk

BACKGROUND

The Strategy & Policy directorate leads the development of RN strategy, through a strategic balance of investment process, manages RN engagement with Ministers, the Ministry of Defence, Parliament, the other Front-Line Commands, allied Navies, other Government Departments, the Maritime Enterprise, academia and think tanks and the general-public; developing and coordinating corresponding Royal Navy policy. 

The Combined Cadet Force (CCF) Royal Navy-Royal Marines Headquarters, under Cadets, Youth & STEM, is responsible for providing a challenging and stimulating ‘cadet experience’ within a school setting that develops and inspires young people through the ethos and standards of the Royal Navy and Royal Marines.

Under the Terms and Conditions set by the RN for this position, the post holder is responsible for providing effective assistance, advice, guidance and training within their designated geographical area in support of the CCF (RN) Cadet Syllabus, CCF activities, Camps and Courses.

ROLE DESCRIPTION & SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

An Area Instructor works within their designated region IAW relevant JSPs and National Regulations in order to support CCF RN Sections in developing young cadets’ leadership and for them to gain a wider understanding of the Royal Navy. Tasks are as follows:

  • Actively promote an understanding of and demonstrate the same in the performance of your duties and tasks, the RN’s Core Values and Ethos within the CCF (RN/RM) Sections.
  • Assist and advise CCF (RN) officers on the content, planning and execution of CCF (RN) cadet training including Syllabus delivery, providing assistance to book courses, plan Field Days, arrange cadet travel and assist with applications for pay and allowances.
  • Attend Training Days/Parade Nights at schools and Field Days for CCF (RN) Sections within anominated geographical area as regularly as possible and/or as designated by CCF (RN/RM) HQ 
    and/or as required where specific skills and qualifications are required ensure a comprehensive and Safe Training System is in place.
  • Actively promote CCF (RN) activities, Camps, Courses and ashore and afloat Service activities for both cadets and adult volunteers.
  • Assist in the planning, execution and delivery of CCF (RN/RM) HQ administered activities, Camps and Courses.
  • Act as First Party Safety Assurance lead for all nominated CCF RN Sections.
  • Act as the quality assurance and planning lead for Field Days and F17 submissions, to ensure that all information within the F17 is accurate and up to date, with all documentation completed and uploaded to the Management Information System, Westminster. 
  • Liaise directly with the WO TRAINING and WO SUPPORT to identify opportunities for cadet involvement in their area.
  • Support the designated RN Sections in preparation for (including the submission of the Pre-Biennial Briefing sheet to CCF (RN) HQ 3 weeks prior to the event) and attend the CCF Biennial Inspections and other functions as directed by CCF (RN) HQ.
  • Check the correct accountability, effectiveness and safety of stores, equipment (including boats), uniforms and publications at each nominated Section.
  • Attend Continual Professional Development training at CCF RN/RM HQ or at a designated location.
  • Maintain all mandatory training required in Policy and Cadet Regulations (NCT, Fitness Testing (ifrelevant), Red Book and Safeguard training.
  • Develop and enhance personal qualifications in CCF RN/RM activities (which may include High/Low Ropes, Afloat qualifications, British Canoeing, Mountain Bike Instructors Award Scheme, Obstacle Course Supervisor, Archery, Field Gun Training and National Pool Lifeguard Qualification).
  • Provide routine input into the CCF RN/RM Sections At Risk Register and submit timely update reports on each of their Sections to CCF RN/RM HQ.
  • Using the Weekly Report, provide direct feedback (actual Cadet and CFAV numbers parading, issues raised or AI concerns) on completion of a school visit within 24 hours.
  • Maintain and supervise Sea Survival Equipment Log (SSEL) as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for Contingents with Water Safety Equipment (WSE).
  • Support Area Conferences/Meetings as required.
  • Support Cadet Expansion (RN/RM) in schools once identified and authorised.
  • Act in full compliance with all JSPs (Policy, Driving, Safeguarding, Security) and CCF Regulations.
  • Maintain files on CCF (RN) Sections within their geographical area including data on Cadet ForceAdult Volunteers (CFAV) and Cadet Strengths, Boats, Stores, Equipment (including Water Safety Equipment Log), Section Training Plans and maintain a Record of Visits.
  • Maintain and keep safe custody of all personal equipment issued including vehicles, laptops, mobile phones and CCF (RN) training aids and equipment.

Must be an OR7 of ANY specialisation. OR6 applicants with a recommend for the next higher rank in their most recent SJAR may be considered. 

OR8 applicants, if successful, will only be paid as and normally wear the rank of OR7.

Must be serving as a member of the Reserve Forces or have served with the Regular Forces.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

Military Quals - RN YT Continuation Training / Professional Development as required - Essential

Other Quals/Competencies - Hold a full UK Driving Licence to include categories B, B1,B+E,C1,C1+E,D1 - Essential

ADQUALS obtained in relation to the position - Essential Acquired through the role.

Applicants will undergo an initial eligibility sift. Successful applicants will have their details forwarded to the Post Sponsor to arrange interviews. Unsuccessful applicants will be advised accordingly.

Following interviews; the successful applicant will be informed that they are the Preferred Candidate with details being sent to the CM RES FTRS Cell who will continue the recruitment process. Unsuccessful applicants will be advised accordingly.

Once the recruitment process is complete then the Preferred Candidate will be invited to take up FTRS.

The start date is the anticipated one however, applicants should be aware a number of factors will potentially impact on this including the completion of pre-employment checks, medical category confirmation and the award of a Security Clearance. The start date could therefore be adjusted as appropriate – earlier for a fully qualified person with their and the employers agreement, or later if approvals cannot be immediately completed.


INITIAL COMMITMENT LENGTH WILL BE 24 MONTHS WITH POTENTIAL TO EXTEND

NB: Where the Anticipated Start date has already passed, the start date will be ASAP


Eligibility for FTRS/ADC

Any member of the Maritime Volunteer Reserves (RNR, RMR) or the Royal Fleet Reserves (RFR) (Ex-Regular Reserve) may volunteer to undertake a period of FTRS/ADC. Ex-Regular personnel whose RFR liability has run out may be re-instated to take up FTRS/ADC.

Applicants undertaking a period of FTRS/ADC must be suitably qualified by rate, specialisation, qualifications and experience to fill the posts for which they apply. Applications will be accepted from reservists who hold one rate or more above or one rate only below the advertised rate. Applicants one rate below may be interviewed at the discretion of the Line Manager and may be employed in the acting higher rate (excluding the advertised rate of WO2 or WO1) if they are suitable, qualified and meet current promotion regulations in all respects. Applicants prepared to serve in a position at a lower rate then the rate worn will be appropriate to that of the position. Exceptions will not normally be considered.

Applicants must also be medically fit to fulfil the duties which their Commitment will require them to undertake. Personnel who have been discharged P8 Permanently Unsuitable Naval Service through the MBOS and Employability Board will not be considered.

Ex-Regular Reserves other ranks of an equivalent rank from sister services may apply, however will have to transfer to the RFR and conduct a period of Marinisation if they are selected as the preferred candidate.

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