Simon joined the ATC at 27F (Chingford) Squadron in 1994. During his time at 27F he progressed through to Cadet Warrant Officer and achieved his Staff Cadet classification.

Simon enjoyed all cadet activities, particularly sports, and represented West Essex Wing at Athletics, Swimming, 11 a side Football, 5 a side Football and Rugby.  In addition to sports he was part of the team that won the Elworthy competition for 3 years in succession.   Simon also enjoyed adventure training and went on all the Squadron’s climbing, canoeing and hill walking trips.  Additionally Simon was a keen shot and achieved his RAF Marksman.

In 2002 Simon took a short break from the Corps then returned to 27F as a Civilian Instructor where he served as their Projects Officer and Sports Officer.   Simon came to 2324 in 2007 on a six months secondment and joined the Squadron permanently later that year.  Simon is now the Squadron Sports Officer and is part of the Wing sports training team, helping train the Wing Rugby team.  He still enjoys adventure training and was part of London Wing’s first BELA (Basic Expedition Leaders Award) course held in 2006 and is now working towards gaining his Mountain Leader Award.  His interest in shooting is still alive and kicking and he is starting training to gain his shooting qualifications. 

Outside of the Corps Simon plays rugby for Loughton Rugby Club and plays 5 a side Football in a local league.