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RAF
No ordinary job, no ordinary organisation
About RAF
The Royal Air Force (RAF) is the United Kingdom's air and space force. Whether in the skies above the United Kingdom, or around the world, the RAF protect the UK's interests at home and abroad. They also act as a force for good by working to strengthen international peace and security.
By working for the RAF, not only will you gain a professional qualification that’s recognised in the civilian world, you’ll also have a guaranteed job in your chosen role once you’ve completed it. You’ll receive the very best training and, whilst being paid to learn, you’ll get the chance to travel the world, play sport and perform an important role in the RAF as well as being able to access dedicated on-base medical and dental care.
""I never expected to experience so many different things when I came to the RAF! I was part of the crew making sure the people on flights from Afghanistan were safe one week, then flying to Cyprus and America the next. The job changes all the time. I knew I just wanted to fly but I wasn’t able to get a job on a commercial airline so becoming an Air and Ground Steward (AGS) was the perfect opportunity for me to get on a plane and do the job I wanted to do." - Amy, Air and Ground Steward"
Careers at RAF
Early Careers
Joining the RAF will bring you a raft of opportunities and benefits. You’ll be paid as soon as you start initial training, and accommodation, food and sport will all be subsidised along with free health and dental care.
You can choose to play sport at multiple levels whether it’s casually on base with friends or representing the RAF on an international level. There’s choice too, whether you want to take on adventure training at weekends, travelling to areas of the world you never thought you’d see or you want to spend spare time visiting friends and family.
With opportunities nationwide, joining RAF means working alongside the brightest minds and learning through valuable hands-on experience and formal training – developing a rewarding career, from day one.
<p>Joining the RAF takes several steps. Below is an overview of the process. The purpose of this process is for them to gauge whether you’re the right person for the RAF and for you to show them all of your skills and experiences that have made you who you are.</p>
<p>The RAF provides excellent and unique benefits, giving you chances to grow personally and professionally like nowhere else.</p>
Benefits & perks
Career stories
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"I wanted a job where I could work with and help people, so I joined the RAF as a People Specialist. I’ve had the opportunity to support personnel with deployments, promotions, and career transitions. The RAF also funds incredible experiences—like a skiing trip to Austria where I was trained by a professional. Plus, there’s great work-life balance, with flexible working, gym time during work hours, and remote work options. - Neve, RAF People Specialist "
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Locations
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TR16 4RA
WV7 3EX
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IP7 7RA
SP4 0JF
YO12 4TJ
L37 7AD
OX25 3TQ
AB42 ONX
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