British Army
Conditions of Service
Basic Salary
£24,615 for a regular officer
same rate as the regular army for territorial
Salory progressions
Working Hours & Shift Patterns
Holiday entitlement
he Regular Army offers 38 days of paid leave each year – this is much more than many civilian employers and reflects the fact that you might have to work on some Bank Holidays. When you’re on operations you’ll be flown back to the UK for two weeks’ leave mid-tour, and get more leave when your tour ends. None of this comes from your annual allowance. The Army also has very good maternity and paternity leave arrangements.
Sport is a big part of Army life and there’s a wide range of individual and team sports you can take part in. You’ll get the chance to try some adventure sports too. The Army has training bases in Kenya, Cyprus, Belize and Canada, where your adventurous training might include kayaking, sailing, climbing, scuba diving and trekking.
Postings
Basic training period
Additional training available
Fringe benefits
Greater Job Security
Chances to learn a Trade
Longer Paid Leave
Adventure
Steady income and a Possibility of promotion and responsibility
A good range of varied and exciting roles and opportunities within the Army
Overseas travel, but be aware you may be away from home for long periods of time
Good training which will teach you leadership skills and responsibility
Good benefits such as health care, allowances etc...
Dealing with a wide range of people and cultures
A good environment for keeping fit
Disadvantages:
Danger
Turbulence and Separation
Subject to Military Discipline
Inability to resign at will
Liability for duty at all times without extra pay
Inability to negotiate for pay
Arduous training
Risk of being injured on duty