Overview
Trained as a British Army Officer at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, you will learn weapons handling, outdoor survival, and the skills to lead a team in a range of hostile situations worldwide. Upon commissioning you will command 30 soldiers and pursue specialist training in your chosen field, such as engineering, intelligence gathering, or piloting an Apache helicopter. You will also participate in adventurous training worldwide, including skiing in the Alps and white‑water rafting in Colorado.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of 30 soldiers in operational and training environments.
- Complete specialist training to become an expert in your chosen branch.
- Participate in worldwide adventurous training and maintain operational readiness.
Qualifications
- Leadership potential and a strong sense of purpose.
- A drive to make a positive impact and achieve great things.
- Open to candidates with or without a university degree; specific entry requirements vary by role.
- Ability to commit to 44 weeks of training at Sandhurst, contributing towards a third of a funded BSc "Leadership and Strategic Studies" at the University of Reading.
Benefits
- Starting salary of £35,925, rising to £42,948 after one year of training.
- Subsidised accommodation and facilities, increasing disposable income.
- Free medical and dental health cover.
- Opportunities for continuous career progression and promotion.
- Support for civilian‑recognised qualifications and funded university study.
- Access to state‑of‑the‑art training facilities, sports, and adventurous activities.
