Cadet
Non Commissioned Officer
(NCO) Ranks

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Cadet Corporal (Cpl) - Junior NCO, first rank of the NCO structure

Main responsibilities and activities expected of a JNCO:

1. Control a section of cadets under his/her direct supervision.
2. Maintain good conduct, behaviour and discipline.
3. Exercise appropriate responsibility for the welfare of cadets.
4. Plan, organise and / or carry out tasks as allocated.
5. Carry out responsibilities in accordance with the Squadron Fire and Security orders.
6. Advise cadets on the basic organisation of the ATC.

 

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Cadet Sergeant (Sgt)- Senior NCO, second rank of the NCO structure

Main responsibilities and activities expected of a Sgt:

1. Perform the responsibilities and activities of a JNCO.
2. Manage and control a flight of cadets under his/her direct supervision.
3. Assist the squadron staff in the management of the squadron and development of Junior cadets and JNCOs
4. Participate in the planning and organisation of squadron activities.
5. Be able to recognise potential welfare problems.
6. Possess a general knowledge of the ATC.

 

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Cadet Flight Sergeant (F/S) - Senior NCO, third rank of the NCO structure

Main responsibilities and activities expected of a F/S:

1. Perform the responsibilities and activities of a SNCO.
2. Give Lectures from the ATC syllabus.

 

 

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Cadet Warrant Officer (CWO) - Senior NCO, Highest rank a cadet can obtain.

Main responsibilities and activities expected of a CWO:

1. Perform the responsibilities and activities of a SNCO.
2. Give Lectures from the ATC syllabus.
3. Aid the general running of the squadron as member of staff.

You have to be aged 18 or above to attain this rank, most CWOs carry on into adult service of the ATC when their term as a cadet end.
 

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