501 Sqn RAuxAF – Sqn WO

Task requirements

A vacancy has arisen for a Warrant Officer in ANY profession to serve as the Squadron Warrant Officer of No 501 Squadron, RAuxAF at RAF Brize Norton on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) Terms and Conditions of Service (TCOS), with an initial proposed start date of 01 October 2025 or earlier/later subject to candidates’ status.

In accordance with AP3392 Vol 7 Part 2 Chap 6 Sec 7, the post is also open for applicants to apply on alternative TCOS, including ADC, PTVR or VeRR. Applicants are requested to make their TCOS preference clear in their application covering letter, for review during the selection process. Applicants for alternative TCOS should state how the role could be delivered on their preferred TCOS, for consideration by the selection board. 

This post is responsible to OC 501 Squadron for the discipline and personal standards on the Squadron, as well as other key outputs listed below.

Specific responsibilities of the Sqn WO include:

a.    Ensure Sqn standards and discipline are maintained at all times.

b.    Act as the Sqn Welfare Officer and lead on all welfare activity including management of the monthly Sqn Personal Support meeting.

c.    Carry out the duties of the Unit Information Officer, including the role of Information Asset custodian, Sqn SharePoint manager, Defence Connect administrator and Sqn coordinator for Super Users.

d.    Undertake the staffing of all establishment amendments/variations and oversee the Sqn Unit Position List (UPL) in conjunction with SNCO HR.

e.    Lead on the professional development of all Sqn personnel through the planning and execution of the Sqn’s Through Life Development (TLD) programme.

Essential competencies

Must either have been, or currently be, a Warrant Officer (Any) or a Flight Sergeant (Any) 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.

For those applying on VeRR TCoS: Must either have been, or currently be, a WO - Any Profession. Please note that in accordance with policy, ‘exceptional’ circumstances do not currently exist to offer this position on promotion on VeRR TCoS.

Desirable competencies

• Have experience of working as an RAF Reserve or knowledge of the RAF Reserves.
• Have experience of working in a training environment associated with the RAF or RAuxAF.
• DTC (or DTTT v2) qualified.
• Have a Logistics profession background.

Selection Process

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: Sqn Ldr Steve Jackson

Tel:  03001 598562

Email: Steve.Jackson315@mod.gov.uk

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

Name: Mrs Helen Subramaniam, SO2 RPMC

Email: Helen.Subramaniam100@mod.gov.uk

The closing date for applications is 14 July 2025 and interviews (unless prom board required) will take place shortly afterwards.

Additional information

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 FTRS(LC) TCoS in accordance with AP 3392 Vol 7 Part 1 and AP3392 Vol 7 Part 3 Chapter 2 for a period of 4 years. Suitably qualified candidates may apply to undertake the job on ADC (180), PTVR, or VeRR Terms and Conditions of Service, but will need to demonstrate during the selection process that they can meet the requirements of the position.  

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.

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.

Admin Discharge.  Ex-service candidates who have been administratively discharged through the KR1027 process will have their applications rejected as they are not eligible to join the RAF Reserves in accordance with AP 3391.

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)/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.