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Gary T.

Recruiting and Mentoring Support Officer

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If you've taken the time to get this far keep going. The Army life is one full of challenges for the better you. Life will be though at times as you find you feet and get to understand the way things are done. You'll be with and supported by like minded people alll with the same drive to be the best they can.

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Recruiting and Mentoring Support Officer

British Army

Started 10/2018 to Present

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What do you like about your job and the company?

My story line of my Army service. My service turned me from a shy, nervous kid from a care background in to a confident, positive man. The Army challenges you to be the best you can and pushes you to constantly deliver to very high standards. The values and standards you abide to will make you stand out in the crowd wherever you are.

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I am now in my 40th year of service, albeit I had a break along the way. I came back to the Army as I needed to feel that trust, sense of belonging that I felt all those years ago when I first set of on my journey. Being back in uniform has given me the opportunity to inform and inspire others to join and experience the life that has given me so much.

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So the Army is one big team, especially in Basic training you are all in same position but you work together as a team. You will remember those days for the rest of your life and form friendships for life.

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For those pursuing a career as a Dog Handler in the British Army, professionalism, patience, and adaptability are essential qualities. Success in this role requires a strong commitment to animal welfare, as building a reliable working partnership with a Military Working Dog takes time, consistency and trust. Physical fitness and resilience are also key, as the role involves demanding tasks in varied environments, including exercises and operational deployments. As a Dog Handler, you are responsible not only for your own actions but also for the performance and safety of your dog. Embrace continuous learning, whether in dog training, military tactics or teamwork with other units. Lastly, always take pride in your role. As a Dog Handler, you will be representing a specialised and highly respected capability within the British Army.

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The army will offer you loads, however its up to you to make it count towards your career, don't be afraid to push yourself and try new things as that's what the opportunities are there for. Make your career the best it possibly can be for yourself and you will have a fantastic career.

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