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Physical Training Instructor Review

at RAF

Level 3 Apprenticeship

Armed Forces

Wendover

Review Submitted: May 2025

Overall Rating

5 /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!

5/5 - Overview of Role
5/5 - Skills Development
5/5 - Structure and Support

Overview of Role

Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
Supporting in testing and educating phase 1 recruits on their physical and mental capabilities. Ultimately trying to further improve the physical standard of RAF service members
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
I am thoroughly enjoying the apprenticeship, constantly learning key, new and relevant pieces of information which further develop my skills for my career.

Skills Development

Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have developed better communication skills as i am continuously speaking to new people. I have also gotten better at being adaptable as a lot of things change in the job from weather to session standards.

Structure and Support

How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The structure of the apprenticeship is very well laid out and I am continuously aware of all relevant work required at specific times
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I feel and have felt very supported throughout, if I’m curious to what something means or don’t understand a question, I always feel I can ask anyone in the office and confident they will assist me in my understanding
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I feel and have felt very supported throughout, if I’m curious to what something means or don’t understand a question, I always feel I can ask anyone in the office and confident they will assist me in my understanding
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
It keeps me credible, qualified and updated relevant to the current workplace and environment
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
There is Football teams, tennis teams and many more with plenty of opportunity within each sport. Whether that’s traveling or playing matches

Recommendations & Advice

Would you recommend RAF to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Great team work, unique opportunities and strong career development
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to RAF?
Gain and Keep good admin standards, take pride in what your doing
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