1927 (Petersfield) Squadron Cadet Welcome Pack

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1 1927 (Petersfield) Squadron Cadet Welcome Pack

2 Tel: (Tuesday and Thursday ) Mob: Friday 07 March 2014 Calling all Prospective Royal Air Force Air Cadets! Are you up for fun, adventure, incredible experiences and making new friends? Are you looking for something to give you the edge in life? Then welcome to 1927 (Petersfield) Squadron and the Air Cadet Organisation (ACO). We're sponsored by the Royal Air Force and can give you hands-on experience of activities and courses that will challenge and develop your skills to help you succeed in whatever you want to do. We're not interested in anything but you and your potential, and we will help you get the most from your experience as a cadet. Our aims are to: Promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force among young people Provide training which will be useful in the Services and civilian life Encourage the spirit of adventure and develop qualities of leadership and good citizenship And there's one more important thing - it's a lot of fun! Are you ready for a challenge? As a cadet you'll have the opportunity to do things that others only dream about. Want a real flight experience? No problem. How about heading out on adventurous training and camps, in the UK and overseas? Compete in sports, drill, shooting, music, abseiling, engineering projects? Our list of activities is long, varied and open to all cadets. Yes it's a challenge, but that's what life's all about. Aside from flying, sports, target shooting, adventure training and great fun? You ll soon find that being an air cadet is its own reward - you constantly see the benefits of your own efforts, building on your achievements and earning BTECs and DoE Awards. You'll be expected to take part in as many of the activities that we run as possible, but with what's on offer you won't need much persuading! We have high standards to maintain as we are a 'military' youth organisation and you'll naturally take pride in your uniform and appearance. You'll be

3 well mannered and self-disciplined. You'll be joining an organisation of which you ll be very proud. We are the UK s largest youth organisation with over 40,000 cadets, and we are the largest participating organisation in the Duke of Edinburgh s Award Scheme. With us you can earn your Bronze, Silver and Gold medals. If fact, with us, the sky is literally the limit! You can achieve amazing things as an Air Cadet - but it will be hard work. You will probably make friends who will last a lifetime and when you need to apply to university or an employer, having Air Cadets on your CV will make a difference. It will show that you are disciplined, a team player, have good organisational skills, are enthusiastic and up for a challenge. Get a head start We are not a recruiting organisation for the RAF but if you're thinking about a Service career, cadet membership will put you ahead of the competition. Many cadets go on to great success in the military. Likewise, if you choose a civilian career our research proves you can go on to great things and employers really value the skills and experiences that Air Cadets offer. Let's face it - where else would you be given the opportunity to fly solo in a glider or powered aircraft when you're 17? Whatever you do with your life, at the end of your time as a cadet you'll be self-motivated, confident and ready for anything. A Life Changing Decision Not everyone is suited to be an Air Cadet but you owe it to yourself to give it a try. If you stay the course, I guarantee that you will look back at the time you decided to join as one of the most important decisions you ever made. Welcome to Air Cadets! I look forward to welcoming you to the ATC s premier Squadron and meeting you all in due course, and finally a reminder that if you have any questions or concerns, I am always here to help. Yours faithfully, Danny Danny Croft Flt Lt RAF VR(T) Flight Lieutenant, Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserves (Training) Officer Commanding 1927 (Petersfield) Squadron, Hants & IOW Wing, Air Training Corps

4 General Information This pack provides a brief insight into the Air Training Corps as well as relevant information regarding the squadron and the activities available to the cadets. Additional information is available on and History In 1938 the Air League of the British Empire founded the Air Defence Cadet Corps (ADCC) to foster interest in Military Aviation. It became so successful that the Air Ministry took a great interest and in 1941 assumed responsibility and control under the new title of the Air Training Corps (ATC). In the early days, the aim of the Corps was to act as a reservoir from which the Fleet Air Arm and RAF could draw their future air and ground crew and most of the training was given in preparation for later military service. This is no longer the case although many thousands of cadets have since joined any one of the three Services. Today the ATC is a voluntary organisation which aims to promote and encourage a practical interest in aviation and the RAF. It does this by providing training which will be useful in both the Services and in civilian life. The staffing of the Corps is on a voluntary basis, although some HQ posts are permanent positions. The Royal Air Force Volunteer Reserve (Training) Branch (RAFVR(T)) provides Commissioned Officers who command and manage the Squadrons, whilst the highest rank in the ATC is the Adult Warrant Officer/ Adult SNCO who maintains the dress, drill and discipline which is very important for a uniformed organisation such as the ATC. Many of the instructors are civilian, some are ex-service personnel and others are parents, friends or relatives of cadets, with quite a few being ex-cadets. The terms ATC and Air Cadets are equivalent and are interchangeable. Being a Cadet Given that you are reading this welcome pack you will probably already know what s on offer to you as an Air Cadet. If not, just check out the web sites at the top of the page. What follows is designed to give you an overview of life at our squadron, some logistical details, and some dos and don ts! Squadron Activities This is what it's all about - activities that offer challenge, excitement and adventure, and the knowledge you pick up along the way through structured lectures and first-hand experience. As a member of the Air Training Corps, you can take part in many activities, schemes and awards, all of which are open to you. These include: Parade and Drill: It shows how disciplined and organised you can be as an individual, remembering instructions and carrying them out accurately. More importantly, it shows your ability to work in a team and it is a way of displaying the high standards of dress and behaviour for which air cadets are renowned. Flying and Gliding: Joining the air cadets opens up lots of opportunities, including the chance to fly! It s our aim to get you airborne as often as possible, as a passenger in a light aircraft, a glider or even on-board RAF aircraft such as our Typhoon fast-jet or a Chinook helicopter. Gliding courses, scholarships, navigation, flying and pilot scholarships are designed to progress you to flying solo!

5 Academic: We teach a variety of interesting subjects including navigation, airmanship, principles of flight, radio communication, map reading, expedition training and first aid, which will keep you interested and provide all the theoretical knowledge you will require to complete all your activities safely, and put your training into practice! Other nationally accredited qualifications include a City & Guilds Qualification in Management, BTECs in Public Services, Aviation Studies, and the increasingly popular First Diploma in Performing Arts (Music) for budding musicians. We also instruct in Leadership Training, a skill that will build your confidence and your ability to deal with different kinds of people. If you can handle it, you could get to the Junior Leaders course - it's gruelling, but what you get out of it will be invaluable to you for the rest of your life. Regular work experience courses are run with RAF stations and include engineering, operations and police sections, as well as many more. Sports: As an air cadet you can take part in seven main sports at different levels - athletics, cross country, football, rugby, hockey, netball and swimming. Whatever you do it'll help improve your physical fitness levels and your team skills. You can represent the Wing, Region or Cadet Corps nationally and even internationally. We also participate in many sports in addition to those mentioned above. Shooting: Marksmanship is one of our most popular activities. Think you can concentrate on distant targets and fire with consistent accuracy? It's not easy. It requires focus, agility and a very steady hand. We ll teach you to handle a variety of weapons safely. Progress through the course and you'll experience different types of weapons; you could even take part in shooting competitions if you really prove your skills. Military Field Training: These are the skills you need to survive and navigate yourself around outdoors, in unfamiliar places. It means sorting food, shelter, protection from the weather and getting from A to B as quickly and effectively as you can. It is about thinking on your feet, adapting to your situation and working to your team's strengths. Military field training instructs cadets in leadership and team work, which is then tested on exciting night exercises! Duke of Edinburgh Award (DofE): This award is for everyone who likes a challenge. The mission is simple - 'to inspire, guide and support young people in their self-development, and recognise their achievements'. With the same sense of adventure that drew you to the Air Cadets in the first place, the DofE takes you through a programme of activities that will leave you a more confident, motivated and capable person. We're proud to be the DofE Award's largest participant. It's not a walk in the park. You'll get your Duke of Edinburgh s Award through persistence and commitment: at the end of it all you'll have the world s leading achievement award for young people under your belt, recognised by employers and universities alike. For more information visit An enrolment form is provided in Appendix B. Camps: Camps get you out and about, giving you a taste of what RAF personnel experience. They're also some of the most enjoyable and memorable things you'll do. Usually based around adventurous activities, this is where you take control of your new abilities and put them to the test. You're given the opportunity to attend a camp on an operational RAF station. These camps last a week with the purpose of getting you even closer to Service life. When you have reached the age of 15, you're ready for an overseas camp at one of our RAF stations in Gibraltar, Cyprus or Germany! International Air Cadet Exchange: The International Air Cadet Exchange (IACE) links the Air Cadets with the world. For 15 days every July and August we exchange students, so each gets a taste of the other's culture and another great cadet experience. The world-wide cadet family now comprises more than 20 nations, with around 600 cadets/volunteer staff

6 exchanging annually. About 90 of those are from the UK, who head off to about 15 different countries around the world. For more information visit Adventure Training Activities: Adventurous Training is an essential part of the Air Cadet's syllabus and the place where team effort really matters - you'll build new friendships, and learn to rely on the other people you're with to get the job done. It also lets you show off your leadership qualities. Some of the activities include: horse riding, mountaineering, abseiling, rock climbing, potholing, kayaking, scuba-diving, sailing, canoeing, caving, walking, camping, white-water rafting, parachuting, and many more. Music: It plays a popular role in the life of cadets - we aim to introduce you to music within the cadets, provide you with musical instruction and the opportunity to play in our bands. For information on all the activities above and more, please visit Parade Nights and Times Tuesday and Thursday evenings 19.00hrs 21.15hrs. Cadets should arrive at 19.00hrs for Parade and Inspection at 19.15hrs. The evening s activities should be complete by 21.15hrs. However, there may be times when we have activities away from the squadron HQ; these may finish a little later and may involve meeting at a different location. A squadron calendar is maintained which gives details of all our activities and can be accessed from the squadron website Cadets should try to attend both evenings each week, but we realise that sometimes this is not practical and educational commitments should always take precedence. If a cadet cannot attend for any reason it is his/her responsibility to contact the squadron: Phone: (answer phone available) Sqn Adjutant: adj.1927@aircadets.org The first few months You will join as a Junior Cadet and will be provided with a squadron T-shirt and the loan of a set of Greens which remain the property of the squadron. You will need to provide other items of clothing and footwear - details are provided in the Uniform section below. During this period you will be given basic training which provides a new cadet with a broad view of the ATC, drill and uniform upkeep. This takes, on average, 6 weeks, after which you will be ready to be enrolled as a cadet. This is usually carried out by the squadron Chaplain and parents can normally attend. After Enrolment Training, Leadership & Development There is an established academic syllabus through which a cadet will progress, leading to the award of an appropriate classification. This is shown on the The Perfect 10 information sheet on the following page. This reflects the academic level of training you have reached and your further programmes of training.

7 The Perfect 10 For Hampshire and Isle of Wight Wing Air Cadets

8 Welcome to The Perfect 10 for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight Wing Air Cadets As an Air Training Corps Cadet you are a member of one of this country s premier youth organisations. But what does it offer you? The Perfect 10 sets out opportunities that your squadron should be offering you as a minimum. Each year it enables you to have a set of five goals for yourself based around these 10 key activities for you to have a go at. What those challenges are will depend upon your age and what stage of training you are at. These challenges should go on throughout your entire ATC career. If you stay until you are aged 18, you should have been able to take part at some level in all 10 areas. This is The Perfect 10. You will leave the Air Training Corps with a wide range of experiences and some useful qualifications and have had a good time doing it. Are you on target to meet the challenges being offered? Is your squadron on target to offer you the opportunities? Enjoy aiming for The Perfect 10.

9 Over the next few months, you will receive more training to do with the RAF, initial expedition training, map reading, history of flight, airmanship 1, the rifle and radio communications. On completion you will be ready to receive your First Class Cadet classification. On average this takes approximately 6 months. Leading Cadet training includes basic navigation, principles of flight and airmanship 2. Senior Cadet training provides an in depth knowledge in two of the following subjects: air navigation, propulsion, aircraft handling, advanced radio and radar, pilot navigation, airframes, operational flying or satellite communications. To complete Master Air Cadet training, a further two of the Senior Cadet subjects are taken. To progress between each of the classification levels, the cadet completes a multiple choice exam which is a computer based on-line examination. To progress to Instructor Cadet, the cadet has to attend a one day course to ensure they know about the ATC as a whole, before being able to teach younger cadets. This will also enable the cadet to wear the much coveted yellow lanyard. Leadership As cadets develop and gain more experience within the squadron, they will have the opportunity to develop their leadership skills. The skills levels are based on the (RAF) rank structure and are a reflection of a cadet s leadership skills, initiative, discipline, dedication and enthusiasm. The cadet rank structure is: Cadet Warrant Officer Cadet Flight Sergeant Cadet Sergeant Cadet Corporal Cadet Uniform The squadron T-shirt provided on joining is owned by the cadet. Larger sizes can be purchased from the Squadron as and when required. Greens, more correctly known as CS95, is the camouflage uniform and is worn for activities such as shooting and field craft. Some items will be provided on loan from the Squadron and these must be returned (clean) when a cadet leaves the Corps. Other items, such as boots, will need to be privately sourced. The Greens uniform comprises: RAF beret with ATC cap badge CS95 light-weight jacket (normally referred to as a DPM shirt) CS95 smock CS95 trousers 2.5 inch webbing belt polished black leather combat boots* The Blue uniform is issued free of charge but remains the property of the Ministry of Defence and must be returned (clean) when a cadet leaves the Corps. It comprises both Wedgewood Blues No1 Dress and Working Dress No2 Dress. Wedgewood Blue Uniform is

10 worn for formal occasions, such as Remembrance Sunday parade, Battle of Britain parade and other ceremonial events. It consists of:- RAF beret with ATC cap badge brassard jumper (when required) wedgewood blue shirt black tie trousers (male, worn with black socks*) skirt (female, worn with barely-black 15 denier tights*) RAF blue-grey belt with polished brass buckle shined leather parade shoes* * These items are required to be sourced by the cadet. The Working Blues dress is worn on normal parade nights, and is the same as above, but with a dark blue shirt and without a tie. Maintaining Uniforms Uniform trousers and skirts are to be dry cleaned only. All other items of uniform (except belt and beret) should be washed and ironed. It is the responsibility of the cadet to: keep shoes polished to a high standard (this is taught during basic training) keep uniform cleaned and ironed at all times Exchanges of uniform due to growth etc. will be made at convenient times and subject to availability. Exchanged uniforms must be returned cleaned; failure to do so may incur cleaning charges. Cadet Welfare There are occasions when a cadet becomes upset or concerned about some issue and this may include bullying by another cadet or a member of staff. Bullying is NOT TOLERATED within the ATC. The cadet should refer any such matters to the nominated Squadron Cadet Welfare Officer, or another member of Staff as appropriate. Parents are not normally involved in matters of ATC discipline, except in extreme circumstances. Squadron Chaplain The role of chaplain within the ATC is to be a support to the cadets, the staff and the voluntary workers. According to the ATC the vision of the Squadron Chaplain is To promote appropriate pastoral care for all personnel within the Air Training Corps irrespective of religious belief or status. The regular duties of the Chaplain include leading a regular Padre s Hour with the cadets and to conduct the formal Enrolment Service when new cadets are received into full membership of the organisation having successfully completed the probationary stage. During the year there will also be Church Parades with the Chaplain s church.

11 Our Chaplain is John Robins. He is not ordained but he worships at a local church. Should there be any times when the cadets or their parents need to contact him, then please do so. Contact details are provided in Appendix A. The Civilian Committee Whilst the MoD provides and maintains our Squadron HQ (including water and electricity costs) and the ACO provides activities such as flying and gliding, all other costs have to be met by the Squadron. A strong, busy and vibrant Squadron requires an active and successful Civilian Committee. Role The role of the Squadron Civilian Committee is formally defined by the Air Training Corps: Giving support and help to the Squadron Commander and their staff by showing a keen interest in all the Squadron s activities particularly by occasional attendance at parade nights and other squadron activities. They should also take time to meet and talk to the cadets of their squadron. Providing or arranging support in terms of finance facilities and negotiation with local authorities or other bodies or individuals as may be required to support these additional activities. Accounting for both public and non-public funds. Assisting the Squadron Commander with the administration of unit premises and their furnishings. Considering what additional activities to recommend to the Unit Commander so that the aims of the ATC are met in full: To promote and encourage among young people a practical interest in aviation and the Royal Air Force. To provide training which will be useful both in the Services and in civilian life. To foster the spirit of adventure and to develop the qualities of leadership and good citizenship. Assisting the Wing Commanding Officer in finding a suitable person to command the squadron when a replacement is required. Assisting the Squadron Commander in finding suitable adult staff to support all activities. This may cover quite a large field because requests for specialist activities on behalf of cadets will be dependent on finding a suitable instructor. Assisting the Squadron Commander by all means within their power to increase the effectiveness of the squadron. Establishing and maintaining good relationships between the squadron and all elements of the local community with the object of maintaining maximum support. Giving assistance to the Squadron Commander in obtaining the maximum of good press, radio and television publicity. Providing advice and practical assistance in dealing with any welfare problems that might arise among the cadets. Constitution The committee comprises of 3 civilian officers; the Chairman, the Honorary Secretary and the Honorary Treasurer, together with a number of committee members. Officers and members retire every year and are available for re-election. Committee members are predominantly parents or guardians of cadets, but may also include members of the local community. The current committee members are listed in Appendix A. Committee meetings are held every calendar month (except August) at the Squadron HQ. Sub-committees are formed and meet as required. There are opportunities to join the Civilian Committee; a form is available in Appendix B.

12 Role of the Cadet s Parent / Guardian It costs just 12 per month to be a cadet. The benefits can be significant, and in just monetary terms, far exceed this modest amount. As a consequence, the Committee believe that the majority of parents and guardians (hereafter referred to as parents) will be more than happy to actively support the squadron via its Civilian Committee. This support enables the squadron to remain viable and to actively develop and finance the range of activities undertaken by the cadets. Therefore, as well as the commitment a cadet makes as part of their formal enrolment, a parent will also be expected to make a commitment to the squadron. At a minimum, a parent and/or partner/spouse will be expected to commit to attending at least one fundraising event per calendar year. However, the committee would be very appreciative of further assistance beyond this minimum commitment. In addition, support for the cadets in terms of event sponsorship (e.g. LiDBA charity cycle ride) or assistance with specific projects is also encouraged. If a parent wishes to have a greater involvement in the work of the Civilian Committee by volunteering to work on a sub-committee from time to time, or by becoming a member of the full committee, then please contact any member of the committee for further information. We normally have vacancies for committee members. Cadet Subscriptions Subscriptions make an important contribution to the finances of the squadron and help fund many of the activities, materials or infrastructure that directly or indirectly benefits the cadets. A portion of the levy is payable to our Wing HQ and this in turn helps to fund the activities organised by them and HQ Air Cadets. A joining fee of 25 is payable by probationer cadets and this covers the cost of the Squadron T-shirt, subscriptions for the first 4 weeks and Greens which they may wear until the Blue uniform is issued, normally just prior to enrolment. Subscriptions are 12 per month and payment is requested by bank standing order. A Standing Order mandate is enclosed in Appendix B. This should be completed and sent to your bank / building society within 2 weeks of joining. The acknowledgement slip at the bottom of the form should be detached, completed and returned to squadron. If the cadet is a member of a low income family or there are other circumstances where payment of the subscription presents a problem, please speak to the Squadron Commander in confidence. Subscriptions are due whether or not a cadet attends and this includes absence due to sickness, holidays and educational commitments. A cadet who is in arrears with subscriptions is ineligible to undertake off-site activities such as flying, gliding and camps. If a cadet decides to leave the ATC or reaches the upper age limit, subscriptions are still due until such time as their uniform and any other property on loan is returned and their 3822 Record of Service book is endorsed by the Commanding Officer. Gift Aid The Squadron is registered with the Charity Commissioners and the Inland Revenue as a qualifying charity and this allows cadet subscriptions (or personal donations) to be classified as a donation for Gift Aid purposes. This allows the squadron to reclaim tax at the rate of 28p for every 1 paid in contributions and helps us to keep subscriptions to a minimum. If you are a taxpayer, please complete and return the enclosed Gift Aid mandate in Appendix B. Higher rate taxpayers can claim higher rate relief via their annual tax return.

13 Fundraising Events Fundraising is the principal activity of the Civilian Committee. An average of 7000 year is raised for the benefit of the cadets. The Civilian Committee organises a number of fund raising events during the year. Parents are encouraged to participate in these events as appropriate. The main events are: Bag Packs at Waitrose Supermarket twice a year (no parents required) Car Park marshalling Milland Rural fair (every other June), LiDBA Sponsored bike ride LiDBA (June) If you have any ideas for fundraising, including the availability of grants, and which do not require significant amounts of effort (given that we are all busy people!) then please speak to a member of staff or committee. Your suggestion(s) will be gratefully received. All the money raised goes to squadron funds and is used to support cadet activities, and all expenditure is subject to a formal approval process. Annual accounts are prepared and these are reviewed by an independent scrutiniser before being sent to our Wing HQ. Formal Parades There are three formal Sunday parades each year at which cadet attendance is compulsory. These are: ATC Parade, held annually on the Sunday nearest to 5 February to commemorate the establishment of ATC by Royal Warrant in 1941 Remembrance Day Parade held at the Petersfield War Memorial on Remembrance Day Battle of Britain Parade, an annual service at which all RAF personnel who fought and died in the Battle of Britain in 1940 are remembered. Insurance Whilst cadets are engaged on an approved ATC activity they are covered by the ATC Insurance Scheme. However, please note this does not cover the transport of your cadet in a vehicle owned or driven by a committee member, a parent or a cadet. In these situations insurance is as provided by the vehicle policyholder s insurer. Other advice and guidance can be obtained from the Commanding Officer. Adult helpers engaged in an approved ATC activity will normally benefit from the public and employer s liability cover under the terms of schedules provided by the MoD. Please contact the Commanding Officer if you require further information. The Committee, both full and seconded members, have the option of purchasing personal accident assurance via the ATC. Three levels of benefit are available are available. For a modest annual premium, cover includes 50,000 death benefit and 100,000 disability benefit. Again, please contact the Commanding Officer for further details. Note that the above do not replace insurances that individuals would normally be required to have such as motor vehicle insurance and household personal liability insurance.

14 Canteen A canteen is operated by the squadron on parade nights. This is available for the purchase of soft drinks and confectionery and prices are usually less than retail. The profits are retained for the benefit of the squadron. Contact Details A list is provided in Appendix A. Additionally, squadron staff can normally be contacted at the squadron on a parade night. Tues & Thurs, hrs. Tel: At other times please leave a message on the squadron phone. Please note the committee members will not normally be able to answer queries relating to the cadet programme and the associated logistics relating to any cadet activity. Telephone numbers for this purpose can be found on the squadron calendar at Please note there are no facilities to receive postal mail at the squadron. Please send mail to the squadron Adjutant. Useful Websites & Social Media Information Squadron website Wing website Region website The Official Air Cadet website RAF website Cadet clothing Cadet clothing RAF Reserves website The Defence Sixth Form College Duke of Edinburgh s Award website The squadron website also has important information, including training booklets and presentations for the academic syllabus that is covered. In addition, the Squadron also has a Facebook page where important information about our events and activities are posted, as well as updates on Training Programmes.

15 Appendix A: Staff and Civilian Committee Contact Details Members of Staff Officer Commanding Flight Lieutenant D.Croft RAF VR(T) Springfield Cottage West Meon Petersfield Hampshire GU32 1LG Tel: Adult Senior NCOs Warrant Officer D. Wadsworth ATC Flight Sergeant C. Brickwood ATC Sergeant M. Ward ATC Squadron Adjutant Mrs C. Hughes 42 Beechwood Rd Alton Hants GU34 1RP Tel: Squadron Padre Mr J. Robins 5 Rother Close Petersfield GU31 4DN Tel: john.m.robins@hotmail.com Squadron Civilian Instructors Mrs C. Hughes Mr J. Burrows Mr S. Walker Mrs G. Robins

16 Civilian Committee Officers Mr Graham Oakley (Chairman) 10 Meon Close Clanfield Waterlooville PO8 0PH Tel: Mrs Alison Sealey (Honorary Secretary) 29 Birch Close Liss GU33 7HS Tel: Mr Kim Sealey (Honorary Treasurer) 29 Birch Close Liss GU33 7HS Tel:

17 Appendix B: Forms Cadet Information Sheet Cadet Details Full Name Age (Years & Months) Gender (Please Circle) Male / Female Full Address Home Telephone Number (Including Area Code) Mobile Telephone Number Address Next Of Kin Details Full Name Relationship to Recruit Address (If different From Above) Home Telephone Number (If Different From Above) Mobile Telephone Number Address Important Cadet Medical Information Any known Allergies, Medical Conditions, Medications

18 Civilian Committee Information Sheet I would like to inform all parents that there are opportunities to get involved with the Squadron by becoming a member of the Civilian Committee. The Air Training Corps is structured in such a way that, as well as the military influence, there is an allied civilian structure. In fact the Civilian Committees are the backbone of the Corps and determines the running of the Squadron. Each ATC Squadron has a Civilian Committee. These comprise of parents and friends of the Squadron. Their role is to ensure the Squadron maintains direction, assisting the Commanding Officer and raising funds. Fund raising is vital as, although each Squadron is allocated a small sum towards its administrative costs, all other expenses must be paid for from non-public funds and, therefore, have to be met by the Squadron itself. Many parents and friends get a great deal of enjoyment, pleasure and fun out of assisting Squadrons as members of the Civilian Committee. Committees meet to their own timetable, usually once per month, under the direction of a Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer (Petersfield) Squadron Civilian Committee will be very pleased to accept offers of extra help - even if you cannot commit to regular or long term assistance, so if you are interested or know somebody who may be interested, please complete this form, your support in this important matter is greatly appreciated. Your information will only be shared with current serving staff and civilian committee members in order for us to contact you with the appropriate information. It will not be disclosed further without your prior approval. Full Name Relationship to Cadet (If applicable) Address Home Telephone Number Mobile Telephone Number address Preferred Method of Contact Preferred Time of Contact

19 DofE Participant Enrolment Form Please print clearly in CAPITALS or type your details in. You must complete all of the questions. DofE Centre and group details (if you know them): Wing: Squadron: DofE level: Bronze Silver Gold Have you registered for any previous levels of the DofE? No Yes If YES please give the name of the DofE Centre you were registered at: edofe ID number (if known) : Personal details: First name: Last name: Gender: Male Female Date of Birth: / / Primary language English Welsh Other Date you wish to start your DofE programme if known (enrolment date): / / When you first sign in to edofe you will be asked to record some personal details such as your contact details, ethnicity and personal circumstances along with details of any medical needs you may have. This data is used to enable your Leaders to support you doing your DofE programme and for the DofE s statistical and reporting purposes. You will always have a prefer not to say option. Contact details: address: Address (line1): Address (line 2): Town/City: County: Telephone: Postcode: Mobile number: Emergency contact details: Emergency Contact name: Relationship to you: Emergency contact telephone number(s): P.T.O. edofe participant enrolment form 2012 Version 1

20 DofE Participant Enrolment Form Declaration: I agree to enrol as a participant on a DofE programme. I understand that I will be managing my programme using the online edofe system. I acknowledge that this system has a set of terms and conditions that I agree to. These terms and conditions are available at Print Name Signature Date / / Consent to enrol from parent or guardian (if applicant is under 18 years old). I agree to my son / daughter / ward doing a DofE programme. I note that it is my responsibility to check that any activity my son / daughter / ward undertakes for their DofE programme is appropriately managed and insured, unless the activity is directly managed or organised by their DofE group, centre or Licensed Organisation. Print Name Signature Date / / Note: Data supplied on this form and in edofe and information about DofE activities recorded in edofe will be used by the DofE Charity, the Licensed Organisation and DofE centre to monitor and manage DofE participation and progress by young people and manage and support Leaders. The DofE Charity will use personal data to communicate useful and relevant information to either help participants complete a DofE programme, Leaders/LOs to run DofE programmes more effectively or help the DofE Charity to improve the quality and breadth of its programmes. Occasionally the DofE Charity may send you information relating to commercial offers. If you do not wish to receive commercial information from the DofE Charity you can choose not to by amending your contact preferences in your edofe profile at any time. For Licensed Organisation/Centre administration only: Date registered onto edofe / / Expected start date / / Participant Fee received Yes No Username User ID number edofe participant enrolment form 2012 Version 1

21 1927 (Petersfield) Squadron - Air Cadets Cadet Subscriptions If you use Internet Banking then please use the details shown below to set up your Standing Order online. If you do not use Internet Banking then please complete the details below and send to your Bank or Building Society To: Enter Bank / Building Society name and full postal address Please pay to: 1927 (Petersfield) Squadron ATC Sort Code Account Number Please set up this Standing Order on my Account: Name on Your Account Your Branch Sort Code Your Account Number Reference ( Please enter cadet's Surname and Initial) Date of 1st Payment Frequency of Payments Amount of 1st Payment Amount of subsequent Payments Monthly This supersedes any previous instruction to pay 1927 (Petersfield) Sqn ATC Signed Date Please detach this notification slip and return to Squadron " To: Hon Treasurer, 1927 Sqn I have: OR * Set up a Standing Order via Internet Banking and the first payment will be on: * Sent the Standing Order to my Bank / Building Society and the first payment will be on * delete as appropriate Your Name Cadet's Name Date Your Address v11

22 1927 (Petersfield) Squadron Air Training Corps Gift Aid Declaration Excepted Charity No: W182/00 I want the Charity to treat all payments I make in respect of subscriptions, donations and sponsorship from 1st April 2011 and until I notify you otherwise as Gift Aid donations * OR I do not qualify or I do not wish to subscribe for Gift Aid * (* delete as appropriate) Title Date Forename Surname Signed Address Postcode Notes 1. You may cancel this declaration at any time by writing to the Treasurer of the Squadron's Civilian Committee You must pay income tax and / or capital gains tax in a sum at least equal the tax that we will reclaim on your donation in the tax year - currently 20p for every 1 you pay. If your circumstances change and you then no longer pay tax on your income, please confirm this in writing to the Treasurer. 4. Please notify the Squadron if you change your name and / or address 5. Please return this completed form to Sqn or direct to: Hon.Treasurer 1927 (Petersfield) Squadron ATC 29 Birch Close Liss GU33 7HS v14

23 Air Training Corps Consent Certificate This form is to be completed by the person having parental responsibility Section 1. Personal Details (to be completed in BLOCK CAPITALS) Full Name of Son / Daughter / Ward Full Name of person having parental responsibility Relationship to Cadet Date of Birth RAF Form 3822A Section 2. Consent to Join I Understand that the minimum age for joining the Air Training Corps is 13 years. I consent to my son/daughter/ward, named in section 1, joining the ATC and undertake to be responsible for any clothing and equipment loaned to him/her being the property of Her Majesty s Government and to ensure that it is returned in good condition (fair wear and tear excepted) immediately he/she ceases to be an ATC cadet or whenever called upon to do so by a duly authorised officer. This information will be held and processed for the following purposes: a. Consent for Physical Activities d. Service within the ATC b. Consent to Fly e. Photographic & Video c. Medical condition Policy Section 3. Photographic & Video Policy The ACO frequently takes photographs/videos of cadets participating in cadet related activities. These images may appear in press publications, promotional videos, website newsrooms, including the ACO website and occasionally on TV to promote and aid recruitment in the ACO. All images are taken and stored within the limitations of the Data Protection Act. Home addresses are never released by the ACO to the media. I consent to the above named applicant s images being used to promote the ACO. This consent will remain valid for the full period of cadet membership. Yes No Data Protection I consent, as the above named applicant, that images of me can be used to promote the ACO. The consent will remain valid for the full period of cadet membership. Yes No I agree to the ACO recording and processing this information about my son/daughter/ward. I understand that this information will be used only for the purposes set out in the statement above and my consent is conditional upon the ACO complying with its duties and obligations under the Data Protection Act. Yes Section 4. Consent to Participation in Strenuous Physical Activities I Consent do not consent to my son/daughter/ward participating in strenuous physical activities such as games, sports, adventure training and leadership exercises. I give permission to the Officer in Charge or his appointed representative to act as the person responsible should he/she have to undergo medical treatment including any emergency operation to which I am unable to physically give consent. (Please tick appropriate box) No Section 5. Flying Part 1 ~ Medical Condition 1. As an Air Cadet, your Son, Daughter or Ward will have the opportunity to fly in a variety of military and civilian aircraft from commercial passenger types to front line military operational aircraft. Medical fitness of air cadets is important for the safety of the aircraft and crew and it could be unsafe to fly in certain types of aircraft. Please inform the cadet s Commanding Officer if there is any change in the cadet s Medical Condition. 2. If your son, daughter or ward suffers medical conditions that have required hospitalisation and/or regular medications please provide the details in the box below. Please use a separate sheet of paper if there is insufficient space for your answer(s) to the questions below Does your son, daughter or ward suffer/ing from any medical conditions? (If yes, please give details in the Yes No box below or in a separate envelope) Part 2 ~ Consent to Flying I Consent to my son/daughter/ward* flying in the following categories of aircraft: (*Please delete as appropriate) British and NATO military passenger transport aircraft and helicopters. RAF light aircraft and gliders for the purposes of air experience and instruction. Other types of British and NATO military aircraft including high performance jets. RAF gliders for dual instruction and flying his/her own as a solo pilot. Parental / Guardian Agreement Parents / Guardians are responsible for advising the squadron Commander should there be any changes in their child s circumstances or medical condition. You must do this as soon as possible. Thank you. Signature Date 1

24 Personal Details Sqn or DF Number Forenames (block letters) Surname (block letters) Cadet s Address: Contact No: Address of School or employer: Contact No: Next of Kin/Additional Contact: Contact No: Next of Kin/Additional Contact: Contact No: Next of Kin/Additional Contact: Contact No: Relationship: Relationship: Relationship: Photograph (Please supply if consent not given Ref. Section 3) Doctors Details GP Name: Practice: Tel No: Information Re Son / Daughter / Ward Blood group (if known) Asthma Inhaler used: Yes No Allergies Nut Hayfever/Pollen Lactose Wheat Other(Please state) Epipen: Yes No Diet Vegetarian Vegan Other: Educational ADHD Dyslexia Aspergers Autism Other(Please state) Statement Issued: Yes No BADER No: Remarks by CO on Cadet leaving 2 RAFC Graphics 36_280 Revision 1.04

25 AIR TRAINING CORPS (ATC) CADET CODE OF CONDUCT ANNEX A TO ACP 20 PI NO 501 This Code of Conduct has been developed in conjunction with Air Cadet Organisation (ACO) safeguarding, child protection and complaints policies and procedures. It should be read and used in conjunction with said ACO policies and procedures. DEFINITION 1. For the purpose of this Code of Conduct, an ATC cadet is a person under 20 years of age involved in air cadet activities, whether or not a formally appointed member of the ATC (eg a junior cadet). INTRODUCTION/STATEMENT OF INTENT 2. The ACO is committed to safeguarding all children and young people in its care. The aim of this Code of Conduct is to ensure that all cadets within the ATC are fully committed to making the ACO free from discrimination, violence, bullying, aggression, abusive behaviour and language and observing certain general principles of conduct when involved in air cadet activities. Parents/ carers/guardians should note that the ACO does not act in loco parentis for cadets under the age of 18 and parental responsibility remains with cadets parents, guardian or carers in accordance with Section 2 of the Children Act 1989 (England and Wales), Section 106 of the Children (Scotland) Act 1995 and Sections 5-7 of The Children (Northern Ireland) Order The only exception to this is in the event of a cadet requiring very urgent medical treatment, including any emergency operation, when parents, guardians or carers are unable to physically give consent and they have delegated this responsibility at Section 4 of RAF Form 3822 (Air Training Corps Consent Certificate) or on CC Forms 1, 3 and This Code of Conduct is aimed at all cadets within the ATC, in order to provide a clear understanding of the standard of behaviour expected of them during their involvement with the ATC. It will not only safeguard cadets but also Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs) in a position of trust. Parents/carers of cadets under the age of 18 should also be invited to read this Code of Conduct so they are aware of the rules with which their child agrees to abide by when joining the ATC. ATC CADET CODE OF CONDUCT 4. Upon becoming a member of the ATC all cadets are committing themselves to following this Code of Conduct and all cadets are required to: Set an example they would wish others to follow and treat everyone with equal respect and dignity. Respect and be sensitive to individuals beliefs, faiths and religions.

26 Respect each others rights to privacy. Not make fun of anyone else because of their colour, race, religion, abilities or disabilities. Keep others informed of where they are and what they are doing whilst engaged on ACO activities. Attend squadron parade nights at the specified times on a regular basis, unless leave of absence has been previously authorised by the Sqn CO. Not leave an air cadet activity without permission from an adult member of staff. Abide by all air cadet orders when undergoing air cadet activities. Work as part of a team. Listen to fellow cadets and adult members of staff. Report any concerns they have about the way a fellow cadet is being treated either during an air cadet activity or at home, to an appropriate adult member of staff. Show understanding and sensitivity to others. 5. During their time in the ATC, cadets must never: Bully fellow cadets or adult members of staff. Enter into a personal relationship with an adult member of staff. Permit or accept abusive or discriminatory behaviour or peer-led activities (eg initiation ceremonies, bullying, taunting or abusive/indecent/obscene text, s and social networking forum postings). Engage in inappropriate behaviour or contact (eg physical, verbal, sexual, including horseplay). Allow or encourage other cadets to engage in inappropriate behaviour or contact. Use inappropriate, demeaning or foul language towards others, (verbal, in writing, by phone, texting, or via social networking sites/forums). Make sexually suggestive comments (verbal, in writing, by phone, texting, or via social networking sites/forums). Consume alcohol or misuse drugs or other substances when undertaking ACO activities.

27 Attend any ACO building, establishment or activity whilst under the influence of alcohol, drugs or other substances. Smoke in public whilst in uniform. Undermine or criticise others (verbal, in writing, by phone, text message, e- mail or via social networking sites/forums). Put themselves or others in compromising or potentially dangerous situations. Promote their own religious or political ideals or beliefs to anyone. Let allegations, suspicions or concerns about abuse go unreported. Trivialise abuse. 6. In addition to the above, cadets should be made aware of their responsibilities if they wish to leave squadron premises or an ACO activity whilst it is still ongoing. Cadets must inform the Sqn CO or CFAV leader explaining why they wish to leave. The Sqn CO or CFAV in charge of the activity should discuss with the cadet their reasons for wanting to leave to see if any issues need to be resolved/addressed. If it is agreed that the cadet still wishes to leave the activity, and the cadet is under the age of 18, the Sqn CO or CFAV in charge of the activity should make contact with the parents/carers/guardians of the cadet to make arrangements for their journey home (ie the parent/carer/guardian to collect their child or obtain their permission for their child to make their own way home). Once a cadet has left the squadron premises or activity the ACO has no responsibility for the cadet s welfare, if these provisions have been met. The Sqn CO or CFAV in charge of the activity should discuss with the parents/carers/guardians of a cadet under the age of 18 the reasons why their child wanted to leave the squadron premises or activity to see if any issues need to be resolved/addressed and to discuss when the cadet will next attend the squadron. Similarly, if a cadet under the age of 18 wishes to leave the ACO permanently the Sqn CO should contact parents/carers/guardians to discuss the reasons why they wish to leave and whether there is anything that can be done to encourage them to continue in the ACO. If the cadet still wishes to leave the ACO permanently the Sqn CO should proceed with the termination of membership documentation.