CCF Key Information Booklet 2022-2023

COMBINED CADET FORCE

TheCCFexistsinsomefivehundredschoolsthroughoutthe countryafteramassiverecentexpansionprogrammebythe government.Thereisnoobligationorexpectationthatacadet whojoinstheCCFwillgoontojointheArmedForces;our aimistodeveloptransferableskillsandqualitieswhichwillbe usefulinlaterlife.Theseincludeleadership,responsibility,selfconfidence,initiative,reliance,teamspiritandprideinone’s appearanceandcontingent.Activitiesincorporatevariedand interestingtrainingwithamilitarybias–theycanincludefirst aid,marksmanship,militaryexercises,obstaclecoursesand visitstoregulararmyunits.

All of this provides background knowledge of the British Armed Forces, in particular, The Rifles, Royal Marines and Royal Navy, whose cap-badges we are privileged to wear (our affiliated Regiment is 7 Rifles based in Reading). CCFs can have Army, Royal Marines, Royal Navy and Royal Air Force Sections. Pangbourne College currently doesn't have a Royal Air Force section, but plans for an RAF section are in hand.

Cadets will engage with pupils from different year groups and social groups, especially since our Contingent recruits not only from Pangbourne College, but also from Denefield School in Tilehurst. All recruits to the CCF start at the same level, wiping clean the slate of their existing achievements and friendship groups and allowing each to develop his or her own talents in new and challenging environments.

OurCoreValues: Courage Discipline

RespectforOthers

Integrity

Loyalty

Selfless

"Massive thanks to all the staff who give up so much of their free time to support and scaffold our young people. As a parent, it's not easy bringing up teenagers in this modern world with all its distractions. The CCF demonstrates that the teen years can be worthwhile, positive and fulfilling - there's no price on that."

(Parent of CCF Cadet)

RECRUITMENT & COMMITMENT

WeusuallyrecruitinJune/JulyofYear9(sothatrecruitsmay joininSeptemberatthestartofYear10),butweregularly acceptpupilsfromYear11upwards.Inrecentyears,wehave takenonaverage100newrecruits,withroughly20coming fromDenefieldSchool.ByOctober2021,despiteCOVID,we hadarecordstrengthofover150activecadetstakingpartin CCFatPangbourne.

On joining CCF as a recruit, members of the Contingent are expected to remain in the unit for a minimum of one year and attend the Recruits Camp and Self reliance Exercise. Successful completion of the Recruits Camp earns the recruits their respective cap badge and beret, they will then become cadets We hope the cadets will then stay on with us until they leave school, but they may wish to resign from CCF at the start of Year 11.

At present, Pangbourne College CCF will parade on a Thursday during Activities, (15:20 16:55 during winter routine and 16:15 17:50 during summer routine). We only parade during Pangbourne College term times Throughout the academic year there are at least three compulsory field days and two weekends away. There is one field day per term, which takes place partly during school hours (both schools routinely release cadets for these). Other training camps and courses are voluntary and are held regularly.

“We can't stress enough how valuable this has been for our daughter. She’s found the training and challenges of the CCF you’ve offered the highlight of her week.”

“Thank you for keeping the CCF running during these very challenging times. It is a huge feat of organisation and hasn’t gone unnoticed.”

(Parents of CCF Cadet)

“People always ask if I like the CCF and then never understand when I say ‘yes’. The CCF has been a huge part of my life for nearly four years. It has allowed me to grow as a person, discover my skill set, and use it. But, more than that, it has shown me a community of people, all entirely different from each other, brought together in the cold, mud and rain to form a seamless team.”

TRAINING & LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Aswellasregulartermlyfielddays,weekendsandThursday parades,therearenumerousopportunitiesforcadetstobecome moreinvolved.

Perhaps the most important of these is the annual Summer Camp, normally held in July; usually lasting for seven days. It takes place in different locations each year (since 2013 we have been to Barry Budden, Wathgill, St Mawgan, Crowbourgh and St Martin’s Plain). All cadets are strongly encouraged to attend. Activities on Summer camps have included archery, kayaking, raft building, coasteering, power boating, orienteering, rock climbing, paintballing, fighting in built up areas, field exercises, sailing, live firing at ranges, and clay pigeon shooting

Any cadets wishing to continue Duke of Edinburgh's Silver and Gold Award in Year 11 may complete their expeditions and residential parts through the CCF. It is therefore possible to participate in both DofE and CCF without needing to attend two sets of training.

There is a rank structure within the CCF and cadets who display leadership qualities will be rewarded with more opportunities to practice their leadership and instructional skills. The first year of training is aimed at developing leadership and self reliance so that after the first year a cadet can command a section as a Corporal. Senior positions within the Contingent will normally be held by cadets with two to three years of CCF experience. Our aim is that almost all instruction will be carried out by senior cadets with help and support from adult staff.

“In the CCF I have learned a multitude of life skills, including leadership, teamwork, discipline and determination, not to mention the close friendships I have developed.”

“As a family, we have shared her enjoyment, listening to her many stories about the weekly parades, the weekends away and most especially, the CCF camps. For our daughter, with her naturally shy nature, to have matured and developed in confidence to be able to lead other Cadets is indeed a testament to your belief in her, as well as the training and encouragement that she has received. She has so many happy memories of her activities, opportunities and membership of the CCF family.”

“If somebody were to ask, "What is your favourite thing about your school?’ I would respond without question that it is the partnership between Pangbourne College CCF and Denefield School.”

ADVENTURE TRAINING

AdventureTraining(AT)isakeyaspectofCCFasitallowscadetstobe pushedoutoftheircomfortzonesandachievethingsthattheydidn’tthink theywouldbeableto.

AT takes shape in many different forms, from weekends and expeditions away with the contingent, to courses run by the Cadet Centre of Adventure Training (CCAT) and the Armed Forces Cadet Training Teams

Senior Cadets (16+) can embark on a pathway to gain a basic and intermediate skills qualification in Summer, Winter and Alpine Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Winter Climbing, Caving, Open Canoeing, Kayaking (Sea & Inland), Skiing (Nordic & Alpine), and Mountain Biking CCAT now offers cadets aged 15+ an opportunity to participate in a 5 day multi activity package These courses are conducted from our locations at Halton in Lancashire and Bavaria in Southern Germany.

CCAT has three UK based delivery centres, Capel Curig Training Camp located in the heart of the Snowdonia National Park in North Wales, Halton Training Camp near Lancaster on the banks of the River Lune, just 20 minutes south of the Lake District, and Rothiemurchus Lodge nestled in the heart of the Cairngorm National Park, just 8 miles from Aviemore and within easy reach of the Scottish Highlands. We also deliver a range of fantastic expeditions in Canada, Germany, Switzerland, Norway and Spain.

CCF Royal Navy, like CCAT, offers a wide range of courses, from RYA Offshore Sailing, Powerboat training, RYA First Aid and Navigation or Seamanship courses.

Courses can be accessed by cadets in all three sections.

“I have travelled around the world with the CCF doing Adventure Training. For me, skiing in Germany, kayaking in Gibraltar, and mountaineering in Wales have been my highlights of the CCF.”

PROUD TRADITIONS & HERITAGE

Establishedin1917,PangbourneCollegehasawonderfulhistory tocelebrateandweareproudofouruniquetraditions.

Sir Thomas Lane Devitt founded Pangbourne College as The Nautical College, Pangbourne with a vision to train boys to become Merchant Navy officers. Whilst this was the primary purpose of the school, he and his son, Sir Philip Devitt, were also committed to providing a well-rounded education for the boys to enable them to pursue other career options if they changed their minds about going to sea.

In 1969, the College adopted the name it has today and shifted its focus to an all round education with an emphasis on academic progress. The Captain Superintendent was replaced with a civilian headmaster to reflect this, and in 1996, the College became co educational.

It was in 1948 the Combined Cadet Force was formed. When formed, the unit only had a Navy section which then extended to the Army and Royal Marines in recent years.

One of the Contingent staff was a former Gunner in the Royal Artillery and so the unit wore the badge of the Royal Artillery, until changing to the Rifles a decade ago with an affiliation being created with 7 Rifles in Reading at Brock Barracks. We still hold a close affiliation to the Royal Navy and Royal Marines at the College.

We are proud of our past and traditions, not just within the CCF, but also as a College.

“My grandfather and my father came to Pangbourne and were involved in the CCF Navy sections. Its traditions and history have inspired me to join the CCF and work my way up the ranks.”

“I’ve had some great opportunities and experiences within the CCF. Some have really pushed me to way further than I ever thought I could go. Looking back now, I have achieved so much in the past four years with the CCF.”

"Being a member of the CCF has been one of my greatest experiences at Pangbourne. It has helped me develop leadership skills, honed my communication and team working abilities, and been a lot of fun. It is an incredibly rewarding activity; I have learned so much and enjoyed each and every challenge. Field Days are a real highlight, as is time spent on the range and completing so many fun activities alongside friends.

CCF helps you develop responsibility, organisation and focus. Being promoted to Colour Sergeant this year was a real honour and privilege and I have gained so much from helping the younger cadets fulfil their potential. I would say to any new Pangbournian to give CCF a go - you won’t regret it!”

THE CONTINGENT STAFF

Maj Craig Wiles - ContingentCommander,HeadofDT

SSI Andrew Davison - SchoolStaffInstructor,HeadofCeremonial

Lt Jo Hart - ArmySection,TeacherofScience

Capt Rebecca Dickson - HeadofArmySection,HeadofKS3

Lt Will Carter - ArmySection,TeacheratStAndrew'sSchool

2nd Lt Charlie Allison - ArmySection,TeacherofMaths

Mr Stephen Hennah - ArmySection,TeacherofScience

Mr Morgan Llewellyn - ArmySection,2022Leaver

Capt Rupert Bancroft - ArmySection,SeniorDeputy,DeputyHeadPastoral,Designated

SafeguardingLead(DSL)

Sub Lt Jenny Clubbe - HeadofNavySection,HOMofIllawarra,TeacherofMaths

Maj Guy Gilks - RoyalMarineSection

2nd Lt Danny Quinlan - RoyalMarineSection,TeacherofMaths

Mrs Faith Fordham - ArmySection,TeacherofScience

Miss Anna Pennington - NavySection,TeacherofGeography

Mr Andy Crossley - HeadofAdventureTraining,CommercialManager,Health&SafetyManager, DukeofEdinburghManager

“It was great to see the staff getting involved in the Adventure Training weekend and really taking the lead, they set a great example to us all.”

TheoriginsofRoyalNavyFieldGunlayin1899,inthesecondBoer War,andinparticular,theepic119-daySiegeofLadysmith.

As the British Army was besieged by Boer fighters in the garrison town of Ladysmith, Natal, the Royal Navy landed guns from HM Ships Terrible and Powerful to help in the relief of the siege. Special carriages and mountings for these guns had been improvised by Percy Scott, before the Naval Brigade manhandled six field guns each weighing nearly half a metric tonne over rough terrain to assist their opposite numbers of the British Army

The gallant defenders were helped enormously by the last minute arrival of Captain the Hon Hedworth Lambton of the Naval Brigade, with his 280 Blue Jackets, four 12 pounders and two 4.7 inch guns After the siege of Ladysmith was finally lifted on 28 Feb 1900, Her Majesty Queen Victoria sent a telegram: ‘Pray express to the Naval Brigade my deep appreciation of the valuable services they have rendered with their guns’. Displays of this magnificent feat began in London that year.

Today, the CCF use the field fun to instill teamwork, leadership, and moral and physical courage With plans to host inter-division competitions in early 2022.

Josh is absolutely buzzing. He loved it and is very keen to go on the next one. He is very excited about CCF at Sixth Form."

(GeorgieBoddy,Parent)

"Thank you so much for giving the cadets a truly wonderful Summer Camp experience. You had so many hurdles to overcome, the heat, a change of venue, but you still gave the Cadets a truly great camp experience.

"I joined CCF in Year 10 and stayed on until the Upper Sixth. Since then, I’ve joined the Royal Marines section and it has become the best thing in my week. The CCF, to me, means teamwork between cadets and earning and taking on a role of leadership and responsibility in new situations. I stayed with the CCF because I enjoyed the opportunities and activities on offer, especially field days. Most of all, I love the camaraderie of the CCF and I always look forward to working together to achieve it.”

SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP

ForalmostadecadenowwehaveacceptedpupilsfromDenefieldSchool inTilehurstaspartofthegovernment’son-goingprojecttointroduce CCFinasmanymaintainedsectorschoolsaspossible.Pupilsfromboth schoolsaretreatedequallyandwithoutdistinction.

We are very proud of the partnership and we asked a Denefield cadet to share their thoughts with us.

“When I first signed up, I remember my mother telling me that there was no way I’d stick with it, that I’d be sick of it within weeks. Once I’d begun as a Recruit the following September, I began thinking that maybe she was right. But I stuck with it, probably just to prove a point at first The first few months can be incredibly daunting, especially as a pupil from Denefield where very few friends joined, yet the CCF has helped me overcome everything I felt was an obstacle."

“I look forward to CCF each and every week. The CCF programme is rewarding and demanding, as well as a great break from the classroom.”

PLAN OF

Recruit Camp Saturday22toTuesday25October

NCO Cadre Camp - Thursday12toSunday15January

Exercise Weekend Friday24toTuesday28March

Adventure Training Camp - Monday29MaytoFriday2June

Summer Camp - Sunday2toSunday9July

CCF Dinner - TBC

Pleasenote:thesedatesaresubjecttochange.

"James has once again come home buzzing full of tales. He particularly acknowledged how hard you worked to create the storyline for the weekend, the different activities that were planned, and the thought/planning that had gone into the whole weekend. He also clearly enjoyed meeting the Mercians and handling their equipment. CCF has clearly been an important part of James' time at Pangbourne this year he has been a different child since Pringle."

(LucindaPowell,Parent)

"Being a cadet at Pangbourne has helped me forge friendships with lots of different people. The teamwork and problemsolving opportunities presented within the CCF have put me in situations with people I may not normally interact with, making me much more confident in talking to people. The skills I have learned through field day lessons have helped me achieve various other goals outside of the CCF. I’ve also learned how to push myself out of my comfort zone, enabling me to enjoy many different activities."

“The CCF has really taught me how to work well together as a team. As a team we have been able to overcome the challenges, such as the obstacle course and the Cadet Filed Gun. It’s great being part of the team, the Contingent and to be able to take pride in this."

SAFETY & MEDICAL

TheCCFisstaffedbyCadetForcesAdultVolunteers(CFAVs).These aremadeupfromteachingstaff,parents,andformerpupilswhohold theQueen’sCadetForcesCommissions.TheHeadofPangbourne CollegehasappointedaContingentCommander,whoisresponsibleto theMODforallaspectsoftheCCF.ASchoolStaffInstructor(SSI)is alsoappointedbythecollegewhoworksalongsidetheContingent CommanderandliaisesdirectlywiththeMODCadetTrainingTeams (CTT),whocarriesoutallaspectsoftheday-to-dayrunningofthe contingentandalloftheadministration.

Since safety is paramount, only qualified CFAVs can supervise cadet training; all our CFAVs attend regular training courses and take annual tests to maintain the currency and competence required to deliver high-quality training within a risk framework called the Army Cadet Safety Management System. The Contingent Commander and SSI ensure compliance with all military regulations for the safe conduct of training and also safeguarding.

As part of the Army’s Cadet Safety Management System, we must request detailed information on the health of all the cadets in order to help us protect them and fulfill our responsibilities for their care when involved in CCF activities.

To reduce risk to cadets, it is essential that we are aware of any condition which might influence their ability to take part safely in a wide range of physical activities.

For safety reasons, certain medical conditions may result in a cadet being prohibited from participating in adventure training or other strenuous activities. The Army’s default position is to 'err' on the side of caution.

It is essential that parents inform us of any changes to a cadet’s medical condition or personal details as soon as they occur. Parents must also advise us if a cadet is prescribed medication or receives other medical treatment whilst they are away on camps and courses.

"Thank you for organizing the CCF camp over Easter. Sam came back yesterday absolutely buzzing with how much fun he had and how much he had learned. It was very generous of you to give up your Easter break in order to offer the cadets such a great experience."

(StephenJones,Parent)

THE MOD'S CADET FORCES DATABASE

Itisamandatoryrequirement,laiddownbyHQLandForces,thatallcadet personaldetailsareheldonWestminster.Westminsterisamanagement informationsystemdesignedtomeettheneedsofthecadetforcesandis compliantwiththelatestGeneralDataProtectionRegulations(GDPR).

Westminster stores, handles and processes personnel documents in a standardised way; it improves the passage of information within the cadet forces, enabling those responsible and accountable for cadet activities to have sufficient information to make sound decisions.

Westminster allows up to date and accurate reports on any aspect of cadet activities nationwide to be given to ministers, politicians, the chain of command, and the decision makers who allocate budgets.

Records held on Westminster form the basis of the Annual Assurance Review conducted on all CCF units to ensure that they are working in compliance with all regulations, plus that cadets are being effectively and purposefully trained.

Westminster safeguards and protects the details of children in the Cadet Forces, providing the necessary information only to those adults who need it. Only CFAVs with a DBS clearance are given accounts and are vetted by the MOD.

The following details are stored on Westminster for all cadets: full name, address, unit, rank, DOB, gender, religion, ethnicity, next of kin details, and medical and dietary information. In addition, all qualifications, promotions, events, and attendance registers are kept on Westminster

“...The evident joy that the students get from being CCF members.”

PRACTICAL MATTERS: KIT & EQUIPMENT

MostitemsofuniformandequipmentareloanedbytheMODorbythe contingentforthedurationofacadets'servicewithintheCCF.Thereis noexpectationthatcadetsandtheirparentsshouldhavetopurchasekitor equipmentotherthanpersonalequipmentsuchasgloves,watch,ahead torchandflask.

One essential purchase not provided by the MOD is combat boots. These can be purchased through the CCF at a discounted rate of £40 (RRP £60). As the correct footwear is an important safety issue, without proper boots no cadet may participate in training When boots are outgrown, they can be part exchanged for a new pair.

If any item of clothing is damaged or outgrown and is returned in a clean condition it will be exchanged free of charge. If any item is lost, however, then the onus is on the cadet to pay for a replacement We will not issue replacement items until payment has been made. A list of replacement charges for kit and equipment can be found in this document.

The value of the initial kit loaned is around £1,000. These items must be signed for by the cadet and returned to the CCF when he/she leaves the CCF Failure to return items of clothing and equipment will result in a charge to the cadet’s parents.

“We woke to the amazing activity of climbing and abseiling. At first, I was afraid of how high up the edge was, but the encouragement from the instructors allowed me to overcome my fear.”

PRACTICAL MATTERS:

FINANCIAL ARRANGEMENTS

TheContingentreceivesgrantsfromtheMODtocoverexpensesfor uniformedCFAVs,sometransportcosts,andasetallocationofresources, suchasammunitionandration-packswhicharearound£2,500ayearto supportouractivities.Thearmyonlyprovidesuswith15setsoffield equipmentforour150cadets.Weregretthatwe,therefore,havetocharge formanyofourrunningcostsandcamps/tripsaway.

The contingent joining fee is held at £50. It helps to defray the cost of insurance, rations, equipment, non uniformed instructors, and transport. In cases of genuine financial hardship, on occasion, we offer free entry to the CCF via our War Memorial Bursary Scheme. Please contact the Contingent Commander if you wish to discuss this.

Thereafter, cadets pay a termly fee of £30 to cover some of the general costs of the various CCF activities each term. We try to keep additional charges to a minimum; only those who sign up for field weekends, extra training or visits are charged. Small payments are normally requested for camps and training weekends, usually around £15 a day to cover the costs of staffing, rations and transport.

The cost of the week long Summer Camp varies; for 2021 (St Martin’s Plain) it was £100 and the cost of the Summer Camp 2022 was £130. We predict that the Summer Camp 2023 will be the same price.

All termly fees and camp fees will be taken via recharge. Pupils will initially be asked via Google Forms to establish numbers interested prior to parental consent being gained and recharges being sent

“Thank you for all the opportunities that the girls get through the CCF - it really is one of their favourite cocurricular activities.”

KIT & EQUIPMENT

REPLACEMENT CHARGES 2022

COMBAT CLOTHING1

Belt, green - £10

Beret - £8

Beret badge - £5

Pangbourne badge - £5 Boots, brown, new - £40(RRP£60)

Bush hat or cap, MTP - £8 Pullover, OG - £10

Rank slide - £5

Shirt, cold weather - £15 Shirt, MTP - £20

Socks, combat - £5

Smock, MTP - £60

Trouser elastics, pair - £1

Trousers, MTP - £25

T-shirt, plain, OG - £7.50

Waterproof smock - £50

Waterproof trousers - £25

2. DRESS UNIFORM

Belt, white - £10

No.2 Dress jacket - £100

No.2 Dress lanyard - £10

No.2 Dress cap - £70 No.2 Dress shirt - £10 No.2 Dress tie - £5 No.2 Dress trousers - £50

3. EQUIPMENT

Assault vest, MTP - £50 Basha, DPM/MTP - £40

Bergen - £60

Bivvy bag - £30

Cleaning kit, boots - £8

Cleaning kit, rifle - £30

Compass, Silva - £25

Ear defenders, OG - £15 Magazine, rifle - £30

Mess tins, set - £5

Side pouch - £20

Sleeping bag - £40

Sling, rifle - £10

Water bottle - £20

We do not lend uniform or equipment to cadets other than their initial issue, for which they are accountable.

If kit is outgrown or wears out, it will be replaced like for like and free of charge (except for boots).

If kit is lost, then cadets will be sent a recharge for the lost item/s.

STANDING ORDER FOR CADET

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Normalparadetimingsare:Thursdays16:15to17:50(Summerroutine)/ 15:2016:55(Winterroutine)

Cadetshavecommittedtoattendpunctuallyandcorrectlydressedatevery parade.

AnyCadetwhoexpectstobeunabletoattendaThursdayparadeforany reasonmustaskhis/herparents/guardiantoinformtheSchoolStaff Instructor(SSI)MrDavisonbyemailat: andrew.davison@pangbourne.com,orinwritingnolessthanforty-eight hoursinadvance.Failuretodosowillberecordedasanunauthorized absence.

IfaCadetisaskedtotakepartinanyschoolactivitywhichconflictswith his/herattendanceatCCFonThursdayafternoons,parents/guardians shouldcontacttheSSIbyemailandhewillattempttoresolvetheclash. CadetsareexpectedtoattendthetermlyFieldDays,WeekendCampsand SummerCampthroughouttheyear.

Cadetswhovolunteerforcamps,courses,orotherspecialtrainingperiods areexpectedtohonourthecommitmentbyattendingtheactivity,orto giveasatisfactoryreasonfornotattending,inwritingandpreferablyno lessthanforty-eighthoursinadvance.Refundswillrarelybepossible.

CadetsareexpectedatalltimestoadheretotheBritishArmy’ssixcore values: Courage - Discipline - Respect for Others - IntegrityLoyalty - Selfless Commitment.

Cadetsareresponsibleforthesafekeepingandmaintenanceofuniform andequipmentissuedtothemonloan.Whereverpossible,uniformand equipmentshouldbenamedusinglabelswhichcanberemovedwhen itemsarereturnedtostoresattheendofaCadet’sservice.

Cadetswillbechargedforanyitemslostordamagedbeyondreasonable wearandtear.Replacementitemswillbechargedfor. CCFuniformandequipmentissuedonloantoCadetsmaynotbewornor usedotherthanforCCFactivitiesortraveltoandfromCCFactivities.

Anydefectsorproblemswithissueduniformorequipmentshouldbe notifiedtotheSSIandtheitem(s)returnedtostoresforreplacement.

MaleCadetsaretobeclean-shaven(exceptwhereauthorityhasbeen grantedotherwisebytheContingentCommanderonreligiousgrounds), withhairkeptshortandtidy(offthecollartotherear,offtheearsatthe sides,andtuckedupintotheberet/headgearatthefront).Thestyleand colour(ifnotnatural)ofthehairarenottobeofanexaggeratednature. Sideburnsarenottodescendbelowthemid-pointoftheearandaretobe trimmedhorizontally.Make-upisnottobeworn.Rings,piercingsor earringsarenotpermitted.

FemaleCadetsmustweartheirhairneatly(offthecollartotherear,offthe earsatthesides,andtuckedupintotheberet/headgearatthefront).Combs, gripsetc.(ifworn)aretobeplainandsimilarincolourtothehair.Ahair net(ifworn)istobeofthesamecolourasthehair.Thestyleandcolour(if notnatural)ofthehairarenottobeofanexaggeratednature.Makeup(if worn)istobeinconspicuous.Brightlycolourednailvarnishisnottobe worn.Asinglesmallplainstudearringmaybeworninthecentreofthe lobeofeachear:nootherjewelleryorpiercingsarepermitted.

Nomorethanonecharitywristbandmaybeworn.

Onformalparades(suchasinspections,RemembranceDay,etc.),no watchesorwristbandsshouldbevisible.

Duringnormalparadeafternoons,Cadetsarerequiredonlytosaluteofficers oftheContingentatfirstandfinalparades,orduringaformalparade. Awayfromschool,orwhenvisitingofficersattendtraining,compliments shouldbepaidinaccordancewithnormalservicepractice.

Cadetsareresponsibleforkeepingthemselvesinformedofunitorders, events,campsandcourses.InformationispostedintheCCFGoogleDrive whichallCadetshaveaccessto,aswellasviaemail.

Shouldtherebeanychangestotheaddress,contact,dietaryormedical detailssuppliedbyCadetsonjoining,thisinformationshouldbe communicatedtotheSSIviaemailat:andrew.davison@pangbourne.com

CCF

Year10Recruitsjoinforaminimumofoneyear(SeptembertoJuly)to reachabasiclevelofqualification('HalfRedStar'),culminatinginRecruit Camp,Self-Relianceandapassing-inparade.Afterthistheymayresign fromtheCCFiftheysochoose.

CadetsorRecruitswishingtoresignfromtheCCFmustprovidetheSchool

StaffInstructorwithwrittenparentalconsentfordoingso-eitheraletteror anemail.UpperSixthleaversneednotsupplywrittenparentalpermission. OnresignationfromtheCCForleavingtheschool,Cadetsmustreturnall oftheirCCFuniformandequipmentsothatitcanbecheckedcomplete andserviceable.Anyitemsorequipmentnotreturned(orreturned unserviceable)willbechargedfor.Returnedkitshouldbeclean,foldedand inclearlylabelledbags.

Health & Safety

AlthoughallCadetForceAdultVolunteers(CFAVs)haveadutyofcare forCadets,itisalsotheresponsibilityofCadetsthemselvestobediligent atalltimesconcerninghealthandsafety,boththeirownandthatof others.Thereistobenonegligentorfoolishbehaviourwhichmightgive risetoanaccident.

AllfacilitiesusedbytheCCFaretobecleanandtidytoensurethatthere arenoobstructionsorhazardswhichmightcauseanaccident.CFAVsand NCOsassignedtoeachsectionofCadetsaretoensurethatroomsand facilitiesarefitforpurposeandthatanorderlyandtidyworking environmentismaintainedthroughouttraining.Asaruleofthumb,asa Contingent'weleaveitcleanerthanwefoundit'. Cadetswhonoticeanythingwhichmightbeahealthandsafetyconcern, andwhichtheycannotsafelyputrightthemselves,aretobringittothe attentionoftheCFAVsassoonaspossible.

ThedutyofcareofCFAVsforCadetsdoesnotapplytoCadets’private journeystoorfromtheschoolortraining,ortotimesoutsideCCF trainingperiods.

Redress of Grievances

1. byspeakingtotheContingentCommanderorSchoolStaffInstructor, byspeakingtoanyCFAV,or byspeakingtotheirschool’sDesignatedSafeguardingLead.

AllCadetshavearesponsibilitytobringtotheattentionofthe ContingentCommanderandSSIanygrievances,includingbullying, unfairtreatment,racialorotherdiscrimination,orunfairandunwarranted criticism.CadetsshouldlettheContingentCommanderknowofsuch matters-whetherdirectedatthemselvesoratafellowCadet-inoneof thefollowingways: