Women in the Army

There are a huge variety of roles in the Army, all of which are open to women, where you can expect equal pay, equal opportunities and equal expectations.

The Army will train you and help you develop - both personally and professionally. You will unlock your potential and become the best version of yourself. It will enable you to learn new skills, develop friendships and enjoy a career which is purpose led, where you can be promoted on talent and ability. Gender is not a barrier to success in the Army.

Develop confidence, travel the world and enjoy sport and fitness in a career full of variety and opportunities, with the support of your team along with Servicewomen’s networks providing information and guidance throughout your career.

Army networks to support you

The Army has a range of support networks to help support soldiers, their families and the wider military community, with everything from personal administration to family support there is a network for you.

Here are some that you might be interested in:

Female Army Candidate Network

As you work your way through the application process, this group is here to support your needs, provide information and advice, share experiences, address concerns and answer any questions you may have. Admin members are female members of the Regional Officer & Soldier Recruitment teams who are there to help.

Army Servicewoman Network

This group is for Army Servicewomen who are currently serving, both Regular and Reserve, so will be available once you join. The aim is to share information, to offer a forum for discussions and to provide an informal forum for ideas.