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Training For The Role
Step 1
You'll start with your initial military training which will teach you how to be a soldier - this will cover everything from fieldcraft to how to handle a rifle. If you join as a Junior Soldier (under 17 years 5 months), you’ll do a 23-week basic military training course at Harrogate. If you join as a Regular Soldier (over 17 years 1 month), you’ll do the regular 14-week adult basic training.
Step 2
Then it’s off to the Defence School of Electronic and Mechanical Engineering at MoD Lyneham. Over the next 12 weeks, you learn how to run a unit’s entire technical store and deal with demands. You will also be taught to drive and gain your car and HGV licences.
Entry Requirements
Age:
16 years 6 months - 35 years 6 months
Qualifications: GCSE Grade A–D/9-3 in at least English Language and Maths
Fitness:
- Mid Thigh Pull 143kg
- Medicine Ball Throw 3.1m
- 2km run 11m 15s (11m 30s for Junior Entry)
Qualifications You Could Get After Training
- Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Warehousing and Storage
- Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Logistics Operations
- Qualifications at different levels, in Leadership and Management
- Car and HGV Licenses
Rank Progression
Learn about rank progression here.
Pay and Benefits
“Day-to-day, I ensure equipment used by other trades is accounted for correctly. As a TSS I’ve been involved with the transfer of all my unit’s equipment into a new accounting system, now used widely throughout the Army. I’ve also provided real-time life support for my unit during operations in Afghanistan: supplying rations, water and accommodation. I’m currently getting more involved in military exercises so that I can improve my skills and become a Military Instructor. Then I can train my colleagues in things like shooting, first aid, communications and drill. All soldiers need to keep their military skills up-to-date.”
HOW TO APPLY
Once your online application has been approved, you'll meet with a local recruiter. This is your chance to tell us about the role that you're interested in. When you go to the Assessment Centre,you'll take tests - the results will show whether you'd be suitable for this role, or should consider a different role.
Training For The Role
You do basic training with your unit at weekends and a two-week residential course. Once you’re a skilled soldier, you learn everything you need to know about managing stores and how to track specialist engineering equipment. You will also get your B and C+E driving licences (car and lorry).
Entry Requirements
Age:
17 years 9 months - 49 years 6 months
Fitness:
- Mid Thigh Pull 143kg
- Medicine Ball Throw 3.1m
- 2km run 11m 15s (11m 30s for Junior Entry)
Qualifications:
GCSE Grade A-D / 9-3 in at least English Language, Maths and Science
Qualifications You Could Get After Training
- Level 2 Intermediate Apprenticeship in Warehousing and Storage
- Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship in Logistics Operations
- Qualifications at different levels, in Leadership and Management
Pay and Benefits
You'll get paid a day rate according to your rank, starting from £39.34 in training and rising to £50.21 per day once you're a Private. This includes being paid for weekly drill nights. Plus, if you complete all of your annual training days, you're entitled to a tax-free lump sum called a bounty.
From the Field
“I have been in the Army Reserves for four years and I’ve enjoyed every minute of it. I have managed to do so much in my time, including the netball championships, which took place in Germany. I also took part in a karate championship where I placed third. I’ve obtained my driving licence too – I didn’t have one when I joined. The Army has opened my eyes to so many opportunities in life and given me support and qualifications to better myself. I would never have been able to do all this without them.”
HOW TO APPLY
Once your online application has been approved, you'll meet with a local recruiter. This is your chance to tell us about the role that you're interested in. When you go to the Assessment Centre,you'll take tests - the results will show whether you'd be suitable for this role, or should consider a different role.
