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Top Insider Advice
It's always better to be at the bottom of a ladder you wan't to climb, than half way up one you don't. Okay... I promise I won't do anymore cheesy quotes from now on, but it really is true. I've always thought of this, as you can see from the various jobs I've had, I've always been looking for that one job that ticks every box for things you want out of a career. Don't be persuaded into doing a job you're not set on, just because it may result you getting your start date early. Or if you need a qualification for a particular job. Get that qualification! If it means you getting that career/job role that you really want, then go for it. Don't settle for second best.
Career path
CPT Operator
13 Signal Regiment, 224 Squadron
From 04/2024 to 07/2024Nurturing Cpl
Corps Engagement Team - HQ R Signals
From 05/2022 to 04/2024Detachment Commander
251 Signal Squadron - 10 Signal Regiment
From 07/2020 to 05/2022Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
This has been one of the most rewarding times of my Army career, being able to converse and engage with the general public and (at times) more specifically those who are maybe considering a career in the Armed Forces. Being able to afford them the insight of my journey and how that could possibly help/guide them on theirs.
Greatest achievements
I was extremely proud to be awarded best recruit during my basic training at Pirbright ATC (Army Training Centre). I still remember being told I got the award and all the lads cheered, one of the best moments of my life and one I will never forget. All I really did was apply myself a 100% of the time. Be a good person. Help those if you can, and don't be afraid to ask for help.
Caitlin B
Top Insider Advice
The army has countless opportunities for everyone , take as many as you can- whether that's professional development for your trade or working towards instructor qualifications for adventurous training, the list is endless. Enjoy as much of your career as possible and have a laugh with your friends around you. That way when you do decide to leave the army, you know you've had the best time possible.
Martin H
Recruiting Co-Coordinator
Top Insider Advice
I left school with decent grades, and was a CNC Programmer before i joined the Army at 25. I could of carried on down the engineering side of things in the Army, but that isn't what I wanted to do. I wanted to join the Royal Artillery and work with the firepower that it offers. If you join the Army in a job role that you don't like or enjoy you will hate it and want to do something else. There are 200 jobs in the Army meaning there is something out there for you. You just need to apply yourself.
