- .Army Reserve
- .Available Roles
- .Artillery Command Systems
- combat
- Soldier
- Reserve
Artillery Command Systems - Reserve
Use the latest systems to get crucial information to troops. Learn about IT, get qualifications and work with people who’ll become mates for life.
Starting day rate
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Role details
Age
To apply for this position, you must be between 18 years & 0 months old and 42 years & 6 months old at the time of your application.
Education
Qualifications: No formal qualifications needed
Need help?
Have any questions? Your local unit will help you through the process.
Step 1
You start Basic Training, this consists of two main courses and some online training packages. You can book on the courses to fit around your daily life, so it could take you several months to finish your basic training.
Module 1: Foundation Training. 5 alternate residential weekends Fri - Sun at an Army training centre OR a nine-day residential course.
Module 2: Battlecamp. 15-day residential course at an Army training establishment. You will learn fieldcraft, Skill at Arms, fitness training, qualities of a soldier, military knowledge, Battlefield casualty drills, individual health and education. This will culminate with a Passing Off Parade which your family and friends can attend to celebrate your success.
Step 2
Specialist Phase 2 training turns you into a Gunner. You learn the IT skills and tactical awareness you need for life in a battlefield HQ. The 15-week programme also teaches you how to drive a Land Rover cross country and operate a cutting-edge digital communications system. Most of the training fits around your day job.
You'll get paid a day rate according to your rank, starting from £63.27 in training and once you're a Private and increasing as you rise through the ranks. This includes being paid for weekly drill nights. Plus, if you complete all of your annual training, you're entitled to a tax-free lump sum called a bounty.
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