Those cadets that are newly promoted are reminded of the requirement to attend a Wing Level course. The next JNCO/SNCO Courses will run at Boscombe Down on 12 Oct 14. NCOs that are able to attend are to notify OIC.
M Berry
OIC
The following cadets have been assigned a place on the HMS Bristol Visit. Please confirm by Friday 15 Aug 14 that you are able to attend.
| WHICHER |
| TOBIN |
| MILLER |
| BATEMAN |
| BOWER |
| TARLITON |
| BROWN |
| DENNIS |
| KUNGEBEHARRY |
| SMITH |
For those of you that are able to attend a copy of the Kit List can be found here:
M Berry
OIC
Unfortunately the Wing Adventure Training Camp on Jersey will not be running this year. This is due to the dates available and the increase in cost. Wing have informed us that they hope to have a look at running the camp again in 2015.
M BERRY
OIC
Any of the Squadron NCOs who have yet to complete the appropriate course for their rank (Cpl = JNCO Sgt = SNCO) or have an outstanding Assessment Day to complete please let me know as soon as possible so that you can be booked on a course.
M BERRY
OIC
Congratulations to cadets from Ferndown Squadron who have successfully passed their SNCO Assessment. The following students from Ferndown Squadron successfully passed the Assessment Day:
The Assessment Day was held at RAF Boscombe Down. Prior to the Assessment the cadets had received a days training and had to prepare a presentation for the day itself.
The cadets arrived at 0830 for an initial briefing. This was followed by a General Service Knowledge (GSK) Test . There then followed a comprehensive uniform inspection. The course demands high standards of uniform from the students.
After the inspection the cadets carried out their presentations. Each cadet had a subject from the Junior NCO COurse to present as a lesson. They had powerpoint slides available as well as being able to use other methods to teach the class. Instructors were looking for a well structured and interesting lesson using the techniques that had been taught on the Training Day.
After this the cadets split into two groups. The first group headed outside into the fresh air to carry out command tasks. Students are given a 5 minute brief on the tasks they have to complete. They then have to brief their team, formulate a plan and carry it out using the team, all in a 10 minute time limit. During this time staff are marking students on all aspects of their leadership and how they interact with the team. In addition another member of staff will be evaluating how students interact with the leader and other members of the team to assess their teamwork.
The other half of the students were subjected to a comprehensive interview with two members of staff. For many this is their first experience of an interview. The interview covers the student’s knowledge of current affairs and their military knowledge, it also looks at their hobbies and sports outside ATC as well as their career plans.
After lunch the groups swapped round and changed activities. Meanwhile in the ‘command cell’ of the course Staff members assisted by cadet SNCOs are busy feeding the results into the master spreadsheet, which calculates the course grades and generates the Course Report.
At the end of the Assessment Day the students are individually debriefed by staff and given feedback from the days activities. This will be followed up by a Course Report , which is sent to the their Commanding Officer to go through with the student in detail at a later date. The purpose of the course is to assess if the SNCO will at some later stage be suitable for promotion to the Rank of Cadet Flight Sergeant.
M BERRY
OIC
The following JNCOs are down to attend this course:
Cpl Beck
JNCO ASSESSMENT COURSE 30 NOV 13 – JOINING INSTRUCTIONS
1. The subject assessment course will assemble at the Conference Centre RAF Boscombe Down.
IMMEDIATE ACTIONS
2. Read these instructions carefully
3. If you can no longer attend the assessment you must advise the Wing Training Officer by email training.dorsetwilts@aircadets.org
PURPOSE OF COURSE
4. The purpose of the JNCO assessment course is to provide you with feedback on your practical ability as a JNCO. Successful completion is a pre-requisite for promotion to Sgt in accordance with Wing policy.
REPORTING
5. The course will commence 0830 Saturday 30th November 13 and will disperse at approximately 1630 the same day.
6. All personnel and any drivers must have photo ID to present at the guardroom. Entry to the site will not be permitted unless you carry a recognised form of Photo ID such as a Passport, Driving Licence, MOD F90, RAF F1250 or F3822.
7. You will report to the Admin Officer on arrival and hand over your Forms TG 21 and 23 as appropriate. Please note you will be RTU’d if you are not in possession of these forms.
8. An inspection will be held immediately after you have completed the course admin.
MESSING
9. You should bring a packed lunch and drinks as there are no facilities available on site for this course and the course programme does not permit off site visit to shops.
CHARGES
10. There are no charges for this course.
PAY AND ALLOWANCES
11. Pay and allowances are not applicable for students on this course.
DRESS
12. The following dress states are applicable to this course:
a. Cadets – No 2A dress (pullover and Jeltex jacket to be brought)
EQUIPMENT
13. The following equipment is required:
a. Packed Lunch
b. Drinks
c. Notebook & Pens
d. F3822 c/w photograph
e. Forms TG 21 and 23 (as appropriate)
f. Pullover (if not worn)
g. Jeltex Jacket
h. Completed coursework book (you cannot pass the course without this)
DISCIPLINE
14. A high standard of self-discipline will be expected from all students attending the course. This is particularly important, as we are guests on the site.
ASSESSMENT
15. Your dress will be inspected on arrival. The following areas will be assessed:
a. Drill – personal and control of a squad
b. Presentation skills
c. Leadership
d. GSK
e. Coursework
I would like to personally thank all the cadets and NCOs who attended Wing Activities Day to represent the Squadron. Thanks go to all of those you who have spent many parade nights in preparation for this event, and we were impressed with your willingness to take part in events on the day. I would like to single out the Drill Squad in particular, despite missing some of your regular members you rallied together and gave an impressive performance under Sgt TH. I will post the detailed results of the day once they become available from Wing HQ.
M Berry
OIC
The Squadron will be taking part in Wing Actvities Day on Sunday 22 Sep 13, at RAF Boscombe Down.
Cadets are to be at the Squadron HQ by 0650 for a 0700 departure. We will be travelling on A Wilts and Dorset Bus with cadets from 149 (Poole) Squadron. Please ensure you are on time as the bus will not wait.
The event finishes at about 1730 so it is likely that we will return to the Squadron HQ between 1900 and 2000,
Uniform for the day is smart No3 (CS 95 combat clothing). Please ensure that these are smart and presentable and that your boots have been polished. All cadets attending MUST have a beret, we are aware that we have a shortage at the moment so please arrange to borrow a beret of someone who is not going on Friday, if you do not have one.
Cadets taking part in the drill competition should bring their No1 uniform (light blue shirt and tie) as well as a Jumper and ATC anorak.
In addition cadets should pack a pair of trainers to take part in the sports or climbing wall. Sports kit is NOT required,
All cadets must be in possession of their 3822 with a photo in it. In addition all cadets should complete a TG21 form (and TG23 as necessary). These are to be handed to Sgt Roberton (Team Manager prior to getting on the bus).
Messing facilities will not be available so you must bring a packed lunch and drinks for the day.
You will have already been placed in various activities by the NCOs helping run the team. More information can be obtained from the Team Leader Sgt Roberton or his deputies Cpl Payne and Cpl Dullage.
The aim of the day is to take part in the activities and have, whilst hopefully scoring some points for the Squadron.
M Berry
OIC