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RAF Physical Training Instructor Review

at RAF

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Armed Forces

Cosford

Review Submitted: May 2025

Overall Rating

2.9 /5

The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!

2/5 - Overview of Role
4/5 - Skills Development
3/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
2/5
Instructing, classroom based education and self work
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
2/5
Somewhat

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I developed my existing skills in instructing which has been exciting to update. I have also learnt lots of new skills such as time management, essay writing etc

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
Very well structured, it is all very well thought through
How much support do you receive from your employer?
2/5
Somewhat.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
3/5
A good amount
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
Absolutely, it provides us with the knowledge and expertise needed to do our job to the highest standard
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
1/5
Yes there is (sports clubs). We do not get to take part in them due to injury risk - but it would be nice if we were able to as headspace away from our course while still maintaining physical fitness .

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend RAF to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Has a very structured career path and lots of opportunities
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RAF?
Continue to work hard for what you want. The reward does pay off eventually!
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