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Army Reserve

Army Reservists serve in their spare time.

They get paid to train in the evening and at the weekend, combining Army and day-to-day life. It’s open to people aged 18 to 43.

Find the Reserve in You

Meet

Spend time with your local unit, at drill nights, on exercise and at social events.

Become a Reservist

How it works

My Time

Your commitment is up to you. Most roles ask for 27 days a year.

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My day job

Many employers benefit from the skills a Reserve brings to the workplace.

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My training

Training takes place on evenings and weekends.

My Benefits

Earn money while meeting new people and experiencing new things.

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My place

There are lots of ways to join and find where you fit in the Army Reserve.

Army Reserve Unit Locations

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YOUR JOURNEY BEGINS HERE

Our reservists

Meet the Reservists

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Ways to join

Be a reserve

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Soldier

Ways to join

The Army Reserve has given me an additional sense of purpose and something for me."

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Find the Reserve in You Live Series - On Demand

Watch our Find the Reserve in You Virtual Event series on demand. You’ll learn about the exciting and rewarding life of a Reservist. Whether you’re curious about how the Army Reserve fits into your busy life, the amazing benefits it offers, or hear real stories from Reservists, these events are for you!

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Need to know

Available Roles

From combat medics to drivers, there are many roles available in the Army Reserve - all come with training from day 1 to help you to be your best.

Frequently Asked Questions

Wondering how the Army Reserve works? Have previous experience or want to know about the opportunities for progression? Check out our FAQs on all things Reservist.

Army Reserve Training

Army Reserve training can fit around your life, find out more about how you can break down your training to smaller chunks to allow you to get the best of both worlds.