A vacancy has arisen for a Warrant Officer (Any) to serve as the Sqn WO on 4626 Sqn, RAF Brize Norton on Full Time Reserve Service (Limited Commitment) with preference been made to the Defence Medical Profession Terms and Conditions of Service (TCoS), with an initial proposed start no earlier than 01 February 2027 (or earlier/later, subject to candidate status).
4626 AE Sqn is an RAF Medical Reserve Sqn based at RAF Brize Norton. The primary role of 4626 AE Sqn is to recruit, train and provide fully trained medical Reserve personnel, of various medical professions (including Drs, nurses and Allied Health professionals), to support the RAF and Defence on operational tasks in the UK and abroad.
The successful applicant will be responsible to OC 4626 Sqn for the discipline and personal standards on the Sqn.
Specific responsibilities include: Sqn WO is responsible to OC 4626 Sqn for the following:
- Responsible for maintaining an overview of all Sqn outputs and manage the operational effectiveness of the Sqn on a day to day basis.
- Sqn panel member for the annual Healthcare Governance and Professional Review to ensure accredited healthcare professionals are meeting the requirements set by the Defence Medical Services.
- Deputise for ExO & Trg Off in their absence and carry out the relevant duties commensurate with rank.
- Oversee discipline, performance and welfare of all Sqn personnel; ensure Sqn standards and discipline are maintained at all times.
- Planning, coordination and promulgation of visits (including completion of the Healthcare Assurance Framework self-assessment), inspections and ceremonial events.
- Act as member of Sqn Exec providing advice and guidance in support of the Clinical Employment Group Cadre Leads.
- Act as the Sqn Establishment Administrator for HQ positions; submission of JPAN changes via SLIM action, compilation/management of new FTRS adverts and subsequent selection boards/preferred candidate documentation.
- Provide support to the ExO in developing employer engagement relationships.
- Compilation and promulgation of F540, HR MRW Monthly Statistical Rtn, SERFCA quarterly strength rtn, Sqn orders and duty rosters.
- Assist the ExO and OC in writing the Quarterly Medical Board Report.
- Provision of training instruction as required – tailored military / medical programme with emphasis on the Operational Patient Care Pathway.
- Act as secretary on quarterly governance and management meetings. This is to include monthly Execs.
- Undertake the staffing of all establishment amendments/variations and oversee the Sqn Unit Position List (UPL) in conjunction with SNCO HR.
Sqn Wo employer: Serve
Joining the team at Northwood HQ as an SO2 IWC Ops Delivery offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the mission of the IWC while enjoying a supportive work culture that values collaboration and professional growth. Employees benefit from structured development pathways, flexible working arrangements, and the chance to engage in high-level strategic operations that directly impact the Joint Force. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on employee well-being, Northwood HQ stands out as an exceptional employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in defence operations.
