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The Army offers you challenge and adventure that you simply can't find in any other job. Do something amazing today.

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Whether you are joining as a soldier or an officer, full time or as a part time Reservist, joining the Army starts with an online application. Once you've submitted your application, you'll be guided through the process by a Recruiter or Candidate Support Manager. Find out more about the joining process.

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Joining the Army

To join the Army, you need to meet a set of basic requirements. These include telling us about your age, nationality, health and fitness. We will also ask you about your education and qualifications, but this is to help to find the right role for you. You can still join the Army if you have no formal qualifications.

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The Army Reserve

Army Reserve Soldiers come from all walks of life and work part-time as soldiers for the British Army alongside full-time Regular soldiers.

Reservist roles give people who have specialist skills, like medics and engineers, a range of exciting opportunities to use them in new ways.

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Jobs available

The Army is always recruiting, and there are a wide range of roles available for both officers and soldiers. Visit the Role finder to explore they types of role on offer. If you're not sure whether joining as a soldier or officer is right for you, you can run a quick check with the entry options tool.

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  • 22 May 2023
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Chaplain General of HM Land Forces joins Cathedral’s College of Canons

The Revd Mike Parker KHC, the Chaplain General of His Majesty’s Land Forces, has been installed as a Sarum Canon at Salisbury Cathedral, an honorary position recognising his contribution to the Church and the Armed Forces and his role within the military community locally, and nationally.

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  • 21 Sept 2022
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First Officer Cadets swear oath of allegiance to the King

For the first time in over 70 years, British Army Officer Cadets have sworn their oaths of allegiance to a King.

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  • 22 Jun 2023
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Soldier recalls family links to Jamaica as UK marks Windrush 75

Today is the 75th anniversary of the HMT Empire Windrush arriving in Britain on 22 June 1948. The ship brought migrants from the Caribbean to help rebuild the country following WWII. To mark the occasion, a soldier tells the story of his family’s links to Jamaica.

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  • 17 Aug 2023
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A generation of new soldiers step off into their careers

Lifelong dreams were fulfilled as hundreds of junior soldiers graduated from Army Foundation College (AFC) Harrogate. More than 400 marched onto the parade square to mark the successful completion of their Phase One training. 

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  • 4 Sept 2023
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'You belong here', says latest British Army recruitment campaign

The British Army has unveiled its latest recruitment campaign: ‘You Belong Here’ to challenge the misconceptions among the 59% of young people who do not believe they would fit in, in the British Army.

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  • 7 Oct 2023
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Soldiers set world record for most number of countries crossed on foot

Three soldiers from the Military Provost Staff (MPS) Regiment have set a world record for the greatest number of countries visited on foot in a week.

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  • 22 Nov 2023
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Two childhood dreams in one career

Lance Corporal Jack Hunt has been able to combine his childhood dreams of serving in the British Army whilst continuing to develop his musical talent, becoming an accomplished musician.

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  • 1 Dec 2023
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Norfolk soldier enjoys ‘working on the best technology’

A soldier from Great Yarmouth has gone from tinkering with motorbikes to working on the British Army's state-of-the-art AH-64E Apache attack helicopter.

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  • 13 Nov 2023
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Joining the Army ‘changed my life’

A soldier who was a troublesome teenager has credited the Army with turning his life around and is looking forward to helping other people do the same.

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  • 4 Nov 2023
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Army apprenticeships praised by OFSTED

The British Army provides ‘Good’ apprenticeships – that is the overall verdict of a government inspection into quality and standards.

If you’re thinking about joining I’d say just go for it – the Army is a fantastic career.

Lance Corporal Laura Phillips, Royal Signals

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The Army is its people

What makes the British Army? It’s not the weaponry or the vehicles – it’s the people.

Our vision is a competitive, adaptable and inclusive Army imbued with an unwavering will to win; where people feel they belong; where their talent is nurtured, where health is positively promoted, and opportunity maximised.

The Army offers a wide range of welfare services for its Regular, Reserve, Civilian and Contractor personnel. This ranges from financial, medical, wellbeing, and family support. The page below provide further information on the options available including Unit Welfare Support, Army Welfare Service, Army Related Charities, and support for Civil Servants. In the case of an emergency, please contact 999 in the first instance or if you experience a serious illness or death in your family, you should call Joint Casualty and Compassionate Centre (JCCC) on 01452 519951.

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A career in the Armed Forces is career like no other – but it also comes with a unique set of challenges. We recognise the sacrifices our people make, and in return, we’ll do everything we can to make sure you’re looked after throughout your Army career and beyond.

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The Army offers a wide range of benefits for its personnel including competitive pay and pension. Follow the links below to find out more about pay and pension in the Army, as well as support on how to manage your finances.

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The UK Government defines a veteran as someone who has served for at least one day in the UK Armed Forces (as a Regular or Reservist).

There is a range of support available for our Service Leavers to support them through the transition to civilian life and beyond. Visit the Service Leavers & Veterans page to find out more.

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