Help us build on Success - Adult Volunteer Opportunities
at 342 (Ealing & Brentford) Squadron
Adult volunteers are essential to the smooth running of 342
(Ealing & Brentford) Squadron. If you are between 20 and 55
years of age and can give some of your time to help out then we
want to hear from you. Most adult members of ATC staff start off
as Civilian
Instructors (CIs) or members of the Squadron's Civilian Committee. After serving
some time as a Civilian Instructor it may be possible to move into
the uniformed service as an ATC Adult
Senior Non Commissioned Officer (SNCO) or apply for a Commission in the
Training Branch of the Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve
(RAFVR(T)).
342 (Ealing & Brentford) Squadron currently has
requirements for both Civilian Instructors and uniformed staff. If
you are interested in becoming an adult volunteer with 342 (Ealing
& Brentford) Squadron why not come down to our headquarters at
the Cadet Training Centre, Windmill Road, Ealing, London on any
Monday or Friday evening
between 19:00 - 21:45 hrs and have a
chat with the Commanding Officer.
Civilian Instructors
CI's are adult volunteers
who attend squadron parades and help the uniformed staff to
organise squadron activities and instruct cadets in a diverse
ranging subject matter. Of special interest to us as CIs are
people who have served in the Armed or Cadet Forces or who are
able to pass on knowledge in a specialised subject (i.e. adventure
training, communications, propulsion, aircraft operation etc.).
However a volunteer from any walk of life who is prepared to spend
the time to help out will be contributing greatly in some shape or
form.
Civilian Committee members
A civilian committee, made up of
adult volunteers, often leading members of the local community, is
dedicated to supporting the squadron. The committee does this by
acting as an interface between the squadron and the community as
well as providing other vital functions such as fund raising,
looking after the welfare of cadets and acting as a 'think-tank'
producing ideas which will enhance the squadron within the local
community. Our Civilian Committee meetings are generally held on a
two monthly basis.
ATC Senior Non Commissioned Officer (SNCO)
If you are between 20 and 55 years old and
prepared to commit yourself to the extra responsibilities of
becoming a uniformed member of staff, you may be considered for a
post as an Adult ATC Senior Non Commissioned Officer. Most SNCO's
teach drill and weapon training and are responsible for routine
squadron discipline they will also be expected to instruct cadets
in many other subjects. On appointment as an adult Sergeant you
will be required to attend an initial SNCO Staff Initial Training
Course at RAF Cranwell during your first year of service. After 4
years of satisfactory service, you could be eligible for promotion
to the rank of Flight Sergeant, with additional training and a
further 4 years of service you could be promoted to rank of Adult
Warrant Officer. Adult volunteers with previous regular service as
SNCO's will be assimilated into the rank structure based on length
of service and rank achieved.
Commissioned Officer
After a preliminary period as a
Civilian Instructor or Senior Non Commissioned Officer, you may be
recommended for a commission. This leads to an interview with the
Officer Selection Board and, if your successful you will be
required to attend an initial Officers training course at RAF
Cranwell. As a squadron Training Officer or Adjutant you would be
responsible for assisting your Commanding Officer with the
administration and organisation of your squadron. You will be
required to lead cadets in parades at local events. You never know
you could even be offered the opportunity to take command of your
own squadron.
Apply Online
Already decided you want to join? Then click here and fill out the form
or call us on 020 8568 1038. This will give us basic information
about yourself and we will arrange to contact you to arrange a
date.
