A vacancy may arise for a Sgt - Any Trade to serve as SNCO IC Training on the Northern Reserve Support Wing at RAF Leeming on Full Time Reserve Service (LC) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start date of 01 July 2024 (or earlier, subject to candidate status/formal establishment of position).
The SNCO IC Trg, NRSW is the training team lynchpin, supervising and providing the enabling capabilities to lead and permit the team to undertake exemplary Phase 1 training, recruit welfare and associated duties to engagement support all at the right place, right time and to target.
The Post: Reporting to the XO & FS NRSW, the post is based at RAF Leeming with remote hybrid working options available (subject to agreement at interview). Please note to enable the support of trg, welfare support and engagement activity, the role requires occasional travel with associated overnight stays and weekend working.
NRSW Mission: To recruit, train and deliver motivated and inspired RAF Reservists to Royal Auxiliary Air Force (RAuxAF) Squadrons within the NRSW AOR and Fast Track students from SCRS/CRSW & SRSW, ready to embark on Phase 2 training and ultimately deliver operational output for the RAF.
The team is entrepreneurial, initiative-taking, and works in a highly collaborative, forward leaning, challenging environment. We work closely with RAuxAF squadrons, civilian employers, outside agencies and tri-Service personnel to enable a supportive, collaborative trg and recruitment environment. Our mantra is: Attract, Engage, Recruit, Train, and Advocate. Your work will be key in enabling the team to recruit and train the reservists we need for the future.
About You: We are looking for someone who is comfortable working & leading a multi-talented diverse team, an initiative-taker, proactive individual who is content with empowerment and engagement with all ranks as part of the wider team. Someone who can identify issues before they become problems. Resourceful, well organized, and confident with IT and video conferencing as SNCO IC Trg you will represent the NRSW at key meetings, where you will be expected to fully participate (not just attend). You will have an enquiring mind, provide inspirational leadership, manage personnel and resources, make informed assessments, and relay key information in a variety of formats depending upon the audience(s).
We will expect you to go the extra mile, but in return we will invest in you, we are committed to your development. You will be part of a supportive team, working with colleagues, learning from them, and collaborating to achieve great results each and every time. The Royal Air Force is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills.
Specific post responsibilities include:
As SNCO IC Trg responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
The supervision, management, mentoring and professional development of the NRSW Trg team ensuring the currency of all Instructors in accordance with RAF policy. This includes providing individual advice and coaching/mentoring as required.
Assisting the NRSW CofC with the compilation and upkeep of DSAT documentation in accordance with current policy.
In conjunction with the NRSW CofC ensure the development and maintenance of a Wing (Wg) Management of Trg System (MTS). Ensure trg is safe, effective, represents value for money, and is delivered in full compliance with JSP 822: Defence Direction & Guidance for Training & Education.
Managing Wg Trg Assurance Activity. In accordance with AP 3379, Lft 1220 - RAF Trg Evaluation Policy:
Conduct Internal Validation (InVal) and First Party Trg Audits (1PTA), completing reports and managing non-conformities and observations through the Wg Quality Improvement / Action Plan.
Support 22 Group Assurance Wg (AW) Second Party Trg Audits (2PTA) including the hosting of pre-audit Scoping Visits, management of the Audit Visit and the implementation of follow up actions.
Assist AW by facilitating completion of External Validation (EV) questionnaires by Phase 1 reservists and Wg line managers.
The preparation of all administrative functions relating to new recruits participating in Phase 1 training, including Phase 1 provision and loading.
Planning, resourcing, and delivery of Pre BRTC-Training iaw current Training Directives.
The population of pre-Phase 1 and Phase 1 elements of the Training/Recruit Action Tracker.
Liaison with RAF Halton BRTC staff to ensure Phase 1 training material is current and relevant, and the loading of personnel onto Phase 1 Pt 2 courses.
Supervision, implementation, design, and delivery of the NRSW Phase 1 Training Programme (and associated training within the boundaries of the SE&W RSW AOR or another RSW (Reserve Support Wing) as detailed by the CofC) in accordance with training objectives.
When directed assisting with the recruitment of PTVR personnel and the planning and execution of recruiting related events.
Promotion of Adventurous Training through organised minor and major expeditions and ensuring that all AT PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is monitored and maintained to the required standard.
Maintaining the highest standards of dress, deportment, and discipline amongst Wg Trg personnel.
The compilation of NRSW statistical returns as request by HQ Res and the NRSW CofC.
Ensure resources for the delivery of formal trg are procured in accordance with the Trg Delivery Authorities’ requirements.
Support Personnel with Specific Learning Difficulties (SpLD). In accordance with AP 3379, Lft 1550 - RAF Support for SpLDs (Specific Learning Difficulties). Parent Force Development Sqns should provide detailed expertise.
Promoting and Enabling Digital Learning. Through the Defence Learning Environment and MS-Teams in accordance with AP 3379, Lft 1500 - RAF Policy for Learning Technology and the requirements of the Trg Delivery Authorities.
You are also responsible for:
Diversity & Inclusion (D&I (Diversity & Inclusion)). Ensuring that you comply with the behaviour and standards expected under Royal Air Force policy for D&I.
Other Mandatory Training. Ensuring that you complete all other Mandatory Training including RAFFT (RAF Fitness Test), MOD 1, Human Factors, Defence Information Management Passport and Display Screen Equipment iaw the specified timelines.
Safety, Health, Environmental and Fire (SHEF). Ensuring that you adhere to the appropriate SHEF procedures and standards in accordance with RAF Policy and as required by my policy statement on SHEF.
Security Orders. Ensuring that you are aware of the requirements contained in Security Orders and of your and those of your subordinate’s own responsibilities for security.
Business Continuity. Ensuring that you are familiar with the underlying principles of BC (business cases) and your responsibilities in the Int Res Wg HQ BC Plan and any relevant supporting documents.
Resource Management. The efficient organisation, management and administration of the resources allocated to you including the issue of detailed TORs to subordinates as required.
Data Protection. Under the terms of the Data Protection Act, you have responsibility for ensuring that any Personal Data held or generated by you is managed iaw the DB principles.
Associated Duties. As detailed:
DTS duties including the supervision and development of Defence Trainers within NRSW in accordance with Annex O to JSP 822, Vol 2.
DTM. Responsible to the NRSW CofC for the implementation of DTC (Defence Trainer Capability) direction, the functional management of the DTS (Defence Training Supervisor) and coordination of specific CPD (Continuous Professional Development). Also, the Wg lead for the continuing improvement of the Wg’ system for managing Defence Trainers and DTS in accordance with Annex O to JSP 822, Vol 2.
Role Related Responsibilities:
Line Manager for NRSW Trg Team personnel.
