Originally Posted by
NutLoose
So does this mean an SAC tech does not do further training as a JT would, hence they stay on establishment, what has replaced the annual assessment?
NutLoose,
The SAC(T) is an ab initio technician - there is no need for FT. The training school release the SAC(T) having met what is referred to as the training performance standard (TPS); FT in effect having been delivered up front. Progression to operational performance standard (OPS) is achieved under Modern Apprenticeship framework - work place assessors act as verifiers to confirm candidate has met the standard. So once the SAC (T) arrives on the Sqn, he remains there until posted - no loosing the guy/girl for 13 months whilst bearing him/her on your establishment without a replacement. Once qualified i.e OPS he/she goes into the Cpl promotion board - annual assessments remain unchanged. Now, I've been out for a few years so some points of detail may have changed.