Open Evening in Norwich - 4 June 25
Our 3rd Battalion, (Army Reserve) is recruiting
Our team of Army Reservists are holding an Open Evening at the Army Reserve Centre in Norwich on 4 June 2025.
Doors will open at 1830hrs and you have until 2030hrs that evening to come along and talk to soldiers, see displays and find out more about being in the Army Reserve.
How much time you spend is really up to you
During the evening their will a chance to find out what your commitment to us would be, and how you could make this work alongside your civilian life and other employment.
When you become an Army Reservist you get opportunities to not only train to be a soldier and work as a team. There are career development courses, sports, travel and social events to get involved with. You are in control of your time commitment to us.
The British Army is an equal opportunities employer and all roles in the Army are open to both men and women.
Opportunities for sport
Reservists have lots of opportunities to play sport, both within their unit and all the way to representing the Army in their chosen sport. The difference between the Reservists and Regulars Army is that you’ll do these in the evenings and weekends rather than during the day.
You can play team sports like football, rugby and hockey, or get involved in sports like orienteering, target shooting, skiing or polo.
You will also be offered the chance to get involved in Adventurous training. This is usually arranged by your local team and you don’t have to go, but many people jump at the chance!
You can also attend sports and adventurous training courses and even go on to gain instructor qualifications recognised by civilian employers.
The strength of the Army is the people and the Army Reserve is no different
When you go along to your local unit you’ll get to meet people from all walks of life who have come together to do something amazing. The chances are that you’ll end up spending your time with people you wouldn’t before – but bond over a sense of shared purpose.
Before long you’ll find that your drill nights and exercises are more like hanging out with your friends than work.
Travel in the Army Reserve is available. However, you won’t be put under any pressure to sign up for it, when it comes up – as the Army respects that your daily life and commitments must come first.
Reservists do have the opportunity to train in other countries from Kenya to California.
Many employers are extremely supportive of the Army Reserve
Recognising the benefits of accelerated training, development and the experience it brings.
You will need to tell your employer that you are a member of the Army Reserve. The Army, as part of the Ministry of Defence works with employers to help make sure that you’ll be treated fairly and not suffer because of your commitment. In fact, many employers find that the skills Reservists bring to the workplace are a great benefit to their business.
Asking for time off
This is up to your employer – though many companies in the UK have signed the Armed Forces Covenant, which shows that they support the Armed Forces. See if your company is part of this scheme by searching the signed pledges. This will include details like how many paid days leave you will be given for military commitments.
Many companies allow for additional leave for Army Reserve training.
Financial Incentives
Most Army Reserve roles are now offering extra payment to new entrants, once they reach joining milestones, for example completing training. Your unit or Candidate Support Manager will know more.
Find more about the pay, allowances and bonuses available to Army Reserves.
Army Jobs website - pay and benefits