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Royal Air Force (RAF) non-commissioned aircrew fly patrols over UK airspace and take part in NATO operations.
You could apply to join the RAF through an HM forces serviceperson Level 2 apprenticeship. You'll need to apply directly to the RAF to discuss which is the best apprenticeship route for you. This will depend on your qualifications and which service role you're interested in. Entry requirements vary.
Volunteering
You can join the RAF Reserve to get some experience of what life is like in the air force and to learn new skills at the same time. You'll need to:
You can apply directly to join the RAF. You'll need:
You'll need:
You’ll specialise in a particular role, like:
With experience and further training, you could progress to flight sergeant, then to master aircrew. You could also apply to become a commissioned RAF officer. You could go into a wide range of careers once you leave the RAF, depending on your skills, training and qualifications.
Specialist search and rescue workers help locate and rescue people from hazardous environments.
Divers work underwater at sea, or in rivers, lakes, canals and reservoirs.
Police community support officers (PCSOs) work in a neighbourhood policing team to help deal with and prevent crime.
Emergency medical dispatchers handle calls from the public and GPs requesting an ambulance.
Road traffic accident investigators carry out examinations to work out why an accident happened.
Housing policy officers research and develop policies for local authorities and housing associations.
Are you thinking about a career in the Civil Service, or do you know someone who is? If so, why not consider a Movement to Work placement with the Department for Work and Pensions?PLEASE NOTE: ONGOING start dates.
Are you thinking about a career in the Civil Service, or do you know someone who is? If so, why not consider a Movement to Work placement with the Department for Work and Pensions?Please note: Ongoing start dates
Are you thinking about a career in the Civil Service, or do you know someone who is? If so, why not consider a Movement to Work placement with the Department for Work and Pensions?
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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