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4 GL RFCA WHO WE ARE 5 GL RFCA WHAT WE DO 6 ROYAL RESERVE

7 ARMY RESERVE RAF RESERVES

8 HONOURABLE ROYAL ARMOURED

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10 11 12 THE PARACHUTE 13 SPECIAL FORCES

14 INTELLIGENCE CORPS ROYAL

15 16 ROYAL ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERS NATIONAL RESERVES HQ ROYAL ARTILLERY

17 LONDON DISTRICT REINFORCEMENT TEAM CIVIL SERVICE FIRST AID NURSING 18 TRAINING 19 CADET FORCE ADULT VOLUNTEERS

20 SEA CADET CORPS

21 AIR TRAINING CORPS RESERVE FORCES BY BOROUGH

23 FURTHER INFORMATION

glrfca.org INTRODUCTION The Reserve Forces are an essential part of gain and develop new skills, meet and the , providing some work with new people, have fun and get 35,000 volunteers to the Reserves of the paid for it. , , Army and RAF. As a Reservist you will get paid for the They play a fundamental role in fulfilling time you spend training and earn a major commitments in each of the three tax-free bonus payment for completing a Services. certain amount of training days each year. The Reserve Forces provide people with Pay scales are based on what a Regular the opportunity to do something different with the same job and rank would get. with their lives – to face new challenges,

ELIGIBILITY The age bands vary with each of the Services: If you decide to join the Reserve Forces, you Royal Naval Reserve: 16 - 43* indicate that you are prepared to take part in : 16 - 32 active service. If you are subsequently mobilised, your regular employment will be legally protected. Army Reserve: 18 - 50* Reserves and their employers have the right RAF Reserves: 18 - 54 to seek exemption or deferral under certain There are situations where you may be able to circumstances. join above the upper age limit. Contact your Visit www.gov.uk/employee-reservist local unit for more information. for more information. You should be a citizen of the , Commonwealth or Republic of Ireland and should normally have lived in the UK for at least five years immediately prior to your application.

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*higher age limits for professional and specialist applicants

3 glrfca.org WHO WE ARE

The Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association The 62 full time staff of GL RFCA are for (GL RFCA) is the focal Crown Servants headed up by ex-Regular point of activity and administration for officers. The 190 members of the Association Reserves and Cadets in London for all are experienced professional people three Services. We were formed in 1908 interested in defence and are drawn from at the same time as the Army Reserve and the Navy, Marines, Army, Air Force and are one of thirteen RFCAs spread across Cadets as well as London boroughs, the UK, with boundaries that broadly universities and employers. match regional Army areas. RFCAs were Uniquely, we also have a City Association established by statute and are not part of which fosters strong links with the City the military chain of command but are of London Corporation, Livery Companies required to give advice and assistance to and other City institutions to the benefit the Defence Council and the three Services of Reservists and Cadets alike. on Reserve and Cadet matters.

GL RFCA IN NUMBERS:

• 4,500 Reservists • 16,000 Cadets • 1,000 University Officer Cadets • 194 Properties • 32 Boroughs and the City of London • 190 Members (including the City Association) • 60 Associate Members • 62 Staff

glrfca.org 4 WHAT WE DO

1. RESERVES: CHAMPIONING THE VALUE OF RESERVE SERVICE • RFCAs support all three Services and partners with regional commanders to promote Reserves. • Champions the volunteer ethos by providing an invaluable footprint within the regions. • Maintains the Reserve estate. • Engages and increases public understanding of Reserve service. 2. CADETS: PROMOTING THE CADET EXPERIENCE • Supports all four Cadet organisations. • Manages and administers the Cadet estate. • Encourages Adult Volunteer service. • Provides permanent staff for the Army Cadet Force. • Promotes the government sponsored Cadet Expansion Programme. • Helps shape the youth of today. • Highlights the fun and benefits of the Cadet experience for Cadets and Adult Instructors. 3. ENGAGEMENT: ENCOURAGING SUPPORT FOR THE RESERVES AND CADETS • Champions the volunteer ethos across London. • Supports events with organisations and individuals. • Promotes the Armed Forces Covenant. • Engages with and public sector employers to encourage support for Reserve service. • Increases awareness and understanding of the Reserves and Cadets within the wider community. 4. ESTATES: PROVIDING THE BEST PLACE TO WORK AND TRAIN • Builds and maintains modern Reserve and Cadet centres that are fit for purpose. • Delivers a programme to renovate and improve the Reserve and Cadet estate. • Makes vital adaptions to the homes of injured Service personnel to enable greater mobility and a better quality of life. 5. RECRUITING: SUPPORTING RESERVE AND CADET RECRUITING • Supports Reserve units to achieve and maintain established manning levels. • Supports the recruit marketing of all three Reserve Services. • Reports through the Council of RFCAs on Reserve recruiting performance. • Highlights the value of Cadet service. • Provides funding to enhance the Cadet experience. • Through social media and PR, raises awareness of recruiting opportunities throughout London. 6. VETERANS: RAISING AWARENESS OF THE NEEDS OF EX-SERVICE PERSONNEL AND THEIR FAMILIES • Encourages employers to assist service leavers and their families in conjunction with the Career Transition Partnership. • Highlights charities that benefit ex-Service personnel. 7. ALTERNATIVE VENUES: GENERATING INCOME FOR THE BENEFIT OF RESERVES AND CADETS • Hiring out Army Reserve and Cadet Centres for non-military events/activities.

5 glrfca.org RESERVES

ROYAL NAVAL RESERVE ROYAL MARINES RESERVE

The Royal Naval Reserve is an integral part of The primary function of the Royal Marines Reserve Britain’s naval forces. Reserves are drawn from all is to reinforce the Regular Corps with individuals walks of life and train for a variety of roles to and sub-units both on operations or exercises in enable the Royal Navy to meet its operational the UK and overseas, wherever and whenever the commitments. Two of the 15 Reserve Training need arises. Successful completion of the arduous Centres within the UK are situated in London. Course and the subsequent award of Volunteers serve as Officers or Ratings in a variety the Green provides opportunities for of roles, including Seaman, Engineers, Logistics, specialising as Recce Leaders, Heavy Machine Maritime Trade Operations, Diving, Information Gun Operators, Anti-Tank System Operators, Systems, Information Operations, Nursing and Physical Training Instructors, Platoon Weapons Media Operations. There is also the opportunity Instructors, Operators, , to serve with the Joint Cyber Unit (Reserve). Drivers and Swimmer/Canoeist (SBS) (R). Royal Naval Reservists earn Navy daily rates of pay Royal Marines Reservists earn Marines daily rates and can qualify for an annual tax-free bonus. of pay and can qualify for an annual tax-free Visit www.royalnavy.mod.uk bonus. Visit www.royalnavy.mod.uk HMS PRESIDENT 72 ST KATHARINE’S WAY, LONDON E1W 1UQ ROYAL MARINES RESERVE (CITY OF LONDON) (020 7481 7300) (TUE) RM BARRACKS WANDSWORTH, 351 MERTON ROAD, SOUTHFIELDS, HMS WILDFIRE LONDON SW18 5JX (020 8871 0156) (WED) BUILDING 99B, NORTHWOOD HQ, SANDY LANE, NORTHWOOD HA6 3HP (01923 957 777) (WED)

glrfca.org 6 ARMY RESERVE RAF RESERVES

The Army Reserve needs fit men and women aged RAF Reservists work alongside Regular RAF between 18 and 50 (the upper age limit can vary personnel, in the UK and on overseas operations. for professional or specialist applicants) who are Reservists earn RAF daily rates of able to spare an evening a week, a weekend a pay and can qualify for an annual tax-free bonus. month and two weeks a year. Training evenings are shown against unit details. 600 (CITY OF LONDON) RAUXAF RAF NORTHOLT, WEST END ROAD, RUISLIP HA4 6NG All recruits learn basic military skills including (020 8833 8600) (MONTHLY WEEKENDS) weapon handling, field craft, map reading and first aid before moving on to more specialised HQ SUPPORT tasks. Vacancies for men and women vary from The Squadron provides trained personnel to the unit to unit. Each unit has been listed according to RAF and Joint organisations for: Personnel Support; their specific role. Almost all units will also recruit Information Communications and Technology; Chefs, Medics, Clerks, Drivers, Vehicle Mechanics Flight Operations; Intelligence. and Stores Accountants. To learn more about these MEDICAL SUPPORT ON OPERATIONS trades, enquire with each unit directly or call the Healthcare professionals provide care to sick and Army Information Line on 0345 600 8080. injured on operations. Members of 600 Army Reserve soldiers earn Army daily rates of pay Squadron Medical Flight are trained to operate either and can qualify for an annual tax-free bonus. within a Medical Treatment Facility – providing both

For details of Army Reserve units see pages 8-17. surgical and non-surgical care – or as a member of the Aeromedical Evacuation Team, returning Visit www.army.mod.uk seriously injured casualties back to the UK. NICHE CAPABILITIES 600 Squadron is home to the RAF Reserve Chaplaincy cadre and to Reservist Legal Officers. For more information visit: www.raf.mod.uk or call 0345 606 9069. 601 (COUNTY OF LONDON) SQUADRON Membership is by invitation only

7 glrfca.org HONOURABLE ARTILLERY COMPANY

The Honourable Artillery Company (HAC) is the THE oldest regiment in the having been The Royal Yeomanry (RY) is an Army Reserve Light formed by in 1537 by King Henry Regiment comprising of six sabre squadrons VIII. Today the HAC is a Surveillance and Target and a state band, spread across the Midlands and Acquisition (STA) regiment comprising of one London. The Light Cavalry role sees the RY train STA Patrols squadron, 2 Light Intelligence, and deploy as light mounted reconnaissance at Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) squadrons, extended range and duration, to covertly or overtly a PARA Light Gun Battery and a Headquarters find enemy forces, to understand cultural terrain squadron. The HAC, uniquely, also has a Corps of and human dynamics, and to influence situations Drums and a state accredited regimental band. through persuasion or tactical action. The RY are The HAC traditionally recruits from within the converting from RWMIK Land Rovers to the City of London and attracts fit, well-motivated vehicle, and are paired with a Regular Army and intelligent individuals who seek the challenge regiment – 1st The Queen’s Guards. of the demanding role that the HAC offers. REGIMENTAL HEADQUARTERS AND The HAC has an important and high profile ceremonial role; it fires Gun Salutes at the Tower COMMAND AND SUPPORT ( of London and provides Guards of Honour at ) SQUADRON Guildhall on royal and state occasions. HOUSE, 87 , LONDON SW6 3JS (020 7384 4200) (WED) HONOURABLE ARTILLERY COMPANY FINSBURY BARRACKS, CITY ROAD, C ( AND SHARPSHOOTERS YEOMANRY) LONDON EC1Y 2BQ (020 7448 0703) (TUE, WED) SQUADRON THE BARRACKS, MITCHAM ROAD, CROYDON CR0 3RW (020 8688 2138) (WED) THE (INNS OF COURT AND CITY YEOMANRY) BAND OF THE ROYAL YEOMANRY HOLDERNESS HOUSE, 51-61 CLIFTON STREET, LONDON EC2A 4EY (020 7539 3447) (WED)

glrfca.org 8 ROYAL ARTILLERY ROYAL ENGINEERS

The role of the Royal Artillery is to destroy or The Royal Engineers help the Army to fight, live neutralise the enemy with quick and accurate fire and move, whilst making life as difficult as from either guns or missile systems. possible for the enemy. London’s ‘’ build bridges, lay minefields, conduct demolitions, 106 Regiment provides short range air defence survey and print maps, and undertake specialist capability to the Army’s deployed forces. search and . The unit is equipped with the modern High Velocity Missile (HVM) Lightweight Multiple 217 FIELD SQUADRON Launcher (LML) missile system. The Regiment (EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL is affiliated to and trains with 12th Regiment AND SEARCH) RE RA and supports them on operational ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, GORDON FIELDS, deployments. GORDON ROAD, IG1 1SW (020 8477 7711) (TUE) 106 (YEOMANRY) REGIMENT RA 221 FIELD SQUADRON REGIMENTAL HEADQUARTERS AND (EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL 265 (HOME COUNTIES) AND SEARCH) RE BATTERY RA ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, HUDSON HOUSE, NAPIER HOUSE, BARING ROAD, GROVE PARK, BROMLEY ROAD, , LONDON SE6 2RH LONDON SE12 0BH (020 8860 1462) (TUE) (020 8697 9236/7) (TUE)

9 glrfca.org ROYAL ENGINEERS CONT’D ROYAL CORPS OF SIGNALS

135 GEOGRAPHIC SQUADRON RE The Royal Corps of Signals provide Information Technology and Communications Systems for ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, MERCATOR HOUSE, the Army. WELBECK CLOSE, LONDON ROAD, , KT17 2BG (020 8393 0981) (TUE) 71ST (CITY OF LONDON) YEOMANRY This unique Squadron is part of 42 Engineer SIGNAL REGIMENT Regiment (Geographic) and provides geographic REGIMENTAL HEADQUARTERS AND support to the Joint Force Intelligence Group 265 (KENT AND COUNTY OF LONDON (JFIG). Its soldiers train as Combat Engineers and YEOMANRY (SHARPSHOOTERS)) SUPPORT drivers as well as in the technical aspects of GPS SQUADRON survey, production of geospatial products and dissemination of geographic information. ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, WATLING STREET, DA6 7QQ (01322 315142 & 0345 6000 246) (TUE)

131 COMMANDO SQUADRON RE 31 (MIDDLESEX YEOMANRY AND PRINCESS LONERGAN LINES ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, LOUISE’S KENSINGTON) SIGNAL HONEYPOT LANE, KINGSBURY, SQUADRON LONDON NW9 9QF (020 8238 0830) (TUE) ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, HONEYCROFT HILL, The unit is a contingent component of 24 Engineer UXBRIDGE UB10 9NH Regiment who provide engineering support to (020 7414 3030) (TUE) 3 Commando . The unit’s RE personnel are ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, MARLPIT LANE, all commando trained or training for the Reserve Forces Commando Course. The unit trains COULSDON CR5 2HD throughout the world and frequently deploys with (01737 554023) (TUE) Regular Commando Forces on mobilised service.

glrfca.org 10 ROYAL CORPS OF SIGNALS INFANTRY

68 (INNS OF COURT AND CITY YEOMANRY) THE SIGNAL SQUADRON HEADQUARTERS ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, LEA BRIDGE ROAD, 27 ST JOHN’S HILL, , , LONDON E17 9DR LONDON SW11 1TT (020 7801 2543) (TUE) (020 8556 0938) (TUE) A (LONDON SCOTTISH) COMPANY 10 STONE BUILDINGS, LINCOLN’S INN, 76D ROCHESTER ROW, WESTMINSTER, LONDON WC2A 3TG LONDON SW1P 1JU (020 7414 5151) (TUE) (020 8556 0938) (TUE) HUDSON HOUSE, BROMLEY ROAD, CATFORD, The Regiment’s role involves providing LONDON SE6 2RH (020 7414 5151) (WED) Information Communication Systems to the emergency services and to local government in D () COMPANY the event of an emergency. The Regiment uses a variety of hi-tech, modern, secure and insecure ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, CONNAUGHT HOUSE, HF, VHF and Data Communications Systems. 4 FLODDEN ROAD, CAMBERWELL, LONDON SE5 9LL (020 7820 4040) (TUE) F (RIFLES) COMPANY PRINCESS LOUISE HOUSE, 190 INFANTRY ROAD, LONDON W6 7DJ (020 8563 2333) (TUE)

The role of the Infantry is to defeat the enemy G (GUARDS) COMPANY through close combat. Recruits might initially ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, 19 train as Combat Infantrymen and then become ROAD, KINGSTON UPON THAMES KT1 2QX Assault Pioneers, Machine Gunners, Anti-Tank (020 8481 3402) (TUE) Gunners, Snipers, Mortarmen or Armoured Vehicle Crews. Other roles include HR Specialist, ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, HAYES BRIDGE, Chef, Driver and Combat Medic. SOUTHALL UB1 IPN (020 8481 3402) (TUE)

11 glrfca.org INFANTRY CONT’D THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT

7TH BATTALION Parachute soldiers need to be physically and BATTALION HEADQUARTERS mentally robust. They undertake all the roles of 1A IVERNA GARDENS, KENSINGTON, the Infantry, arriving on the by LONDON W8 6TN (020 7414 5421) parachute, helicopter or on foot. Applicants must be highly motivated and capable of operating in G COMPANY arduous conditions. Vacancies exist for Riflemen, ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, THE CEDARS, Mortarmen, Signallers, Medics, Clerks and Chefs. PORTWAY, WEST HAM, LONDON E15 3QN (020 8472 0140) (TUE) B COMPANY 4TH BATTALION ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, 405 MILE END ROAD, THE PARACHUTE REGIMENT LONDON E3 4PB (020 8472 0140) (TUE) ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, ROAD, WHITE CITY, LONDON W12 7RW (TUE) B COMPANY 4TH BATTALION THE PRINCESS ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, MITCHAM ROAD, OF 'S ROYAL REGIMENT CROYDON CR0 3RU (TUE) ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, DEANSBROOK ROAD, EDGWARE HA8 9BA (020 8952 5236) (WED) ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, 312 LONDON ROAD, ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, 2 PRIORY ROAD, ROMFORD RM7 9NH (TUE) HORNSEY, LONDON N8 7QT (020 8952 5236) (WED) All enquiries to 020 8749 5694 or [email protected] C (CITY OF LONDON FUSILIERS) COMPANY 5TH BATTALION THE ROYAL REGIMENT OF FUSILIERS FUSILIER HOUSE, 213 BALHAM HIGH ROAD, LONDON SW17 7BQ (020 8672 1168) (TUE) HOLLYHEDGE HOUSE, WAT TYLER ROAD, BLACKHEATH SE3 OQZ (020 8672 1168) (TUE)

glrfca.org 12 SPECIAL FORCES ROYAL LOGISTIC CORPS

Service with the Special Forces Reserves provides 151 Regiment is London’s only Transport a unique and demanding challenge that is open Regiment. As part of 101 Logistic Brigade the to serving Army Reserve personnel, ex-Regular Regiment is paired and works closely with personnel and civilians without previous military 10 The Queen’s Own Gurkha Logistic Regiment experience. Those wishing to serve as Special and 3 Logistic Support Regiment. Its role is to Forces Reserve soldiers must pass the UK Special provide Logistic Support to 3 UK Armoured Forces Reserve Selection Course. Division which is the only division at continuous readiness. The Regiment trains soldiers to become Alternatively, there is a requirement for support LGV drivers obtaining Cat C+E and Hazardous staff such as RLC Drivers/Chefs, RAMC Medics Goods ADR licences. Other trades include Driver (CMT1), AGC (SPS) Clerks and Royal Signals Communication Specialists, Chefs, Combat Medical Operators. Applicants for support posts are not Technicians and Military Clerks. required to pass the Selection Course, but they must be suitably qualified. Main recruiting line 01277 268960 151 REGIMENT RLC More details can be found at REGIMENTAL HEADQUARTERS AND www.army.mod.uk/SFR 508 (CROYDON) HQ SQUADRON RLC or call 0800 587 2825 ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, SYDENHAM ROAD, CROYDON CR0 2EW (020 8688 5131) (TUE) 210 (SUTTON) TRANSPORT SQUADRON RLC ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, PRINCESS ROYAL HOUSE, STONECOT HILL, SUTTON SM3 9HG (020 8335 5808) (TUE) 240 (BARNET) TRANSPORT SQUADRON RLC ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, ST ALBANS ROAD, BARNET EN5 4JX (020 8449 1134) (TUE) 562 (SOUTHALL) TRANSPORT SQUADRON RLC ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, HAYES BRIDGE, SOUTHALL UB1 1PN (020 8571 5001) (TUE)

13 glrfca.org INTELLIGENCE CORPS

Intelligence Corps Operators collect information The roles of the Royal Military Police include from within and outside the Battle Space and policing the Army, establishment and control of evaluate, analyse, integrate and interpret this military road networks in all areas of the battlefield, information to provide intelligence for those who reconnaissance of routes, handling of prisoners of need it. 3 Military Intelligence Battalion’s strength war and refugees as well as a number of is its people, whose common motive for joining is specialised police tasks. to seek an intellectual and physical challenge and to work within the intelligence arena. They come 253 PROVOST COMPANY from a range of backgrounds and represent a ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, cross-section of high calibre talent from across 132 UPPER TULSE HILL, BRIXTON, London, the Home Counties and the South East LONDON SW2 2RS (020 8674 0501) (WED) region of the UK.

HEADQUARTERS 3 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE BATTALION AND 31 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE COMPANY ASHFORD HOUSE, 79-85 WORSHIP STREET, LONDON EC2A 2BE (WED)

33 AND 34 MILITARY INTELLIGENCE COMPANIES HOUSE, 1 FITZJOHNS AVENUE, LONDON NW3 5LA (WED)

All enquiries to 020 7611 3912

glrfca.org 14 ARMY MEDICAL SERVICES ARMY MEDICAL SERVICES

The Army Medical Services are responsible for the 144 (Parachute) Medical Squadron is the Army treatment of the sick and wounded. Qualified Reserve element of 16 Medical Regiment. Its healthcare professionals such as Doctors, Nurses task is medical support to and Physiotherapists are always sought. Recruits in order to sustain the force, maintain morale with no previous medical experience may train as and treat and evacuate the injured. Combat Medical Technicians. As well as trained Medical, Dental and Healthcare The role of a field hospital is to relieve, treat, Professionals, there are also a number of support hold and evacuate any casualties admitted to roles such as Chefs, Technicians and Drivers. All the hospital. soldiers at 144 PARA can undertake parachute training. 256 (CITY OF LONDON) FIELD HOSPITAL REGIMENTAL HEADQUARTERS AND 144 (PARACHUTE) MEDICAL SQUADRON A DETACHMENT ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, 2 PRIORY ROAD, ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, 71 BRAGANZA STREET, HORNSEY, LONDON N8 7QT LONDON SE17 3RF (020 8341 3664) (WED) (020 7091 2669 (TUE) B DETACHMENT ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, 1A IVERNA GARDENS, KENSINGTON, LONDON W8 6TN (020 7414 5446) (TUE) C DETACHMENT ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, 19 PORTSMOUTH ROAD, KINGSTON UPON THAMES, LONDON KT1 2QX (020 8481 3400) (TUE)

15 glrfca.org ROYAL ELECTRICAL AND NATIONAL RESERVES MECHANICAL ENGINEERS HQ ROYAL ARTILLERY

103 BATTALION ROYAL ELECTRICAL AND NATIONAL RESERVES HQ ROYAL ARTILLERY MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (REME) NRHQ RA provides individual support to the The Battalion’s soldiers and officers are trained to Army, Navy and RAF for operations and training. provide inspection, maintenance, modification, They offer a wide range of jobs for soldiers and repair and recovery of all the Army’s equipment officers, including many specialist skills and are wherever the Army is deployed, in all conditions. ideally placed as the Reserve Unit of choice to fit around a civilian career and family life. 150 PLATOON, 133 RECOVERY COMPANY THE BARRACKS, MITCHAM ROAD, NRHQ RA CROYDON CR0 3RW ROYAL ARTILLERY BARRACKS, REPOSITORY ROAD, 020 8662 8330 (TUE) , LONDON SE18 4BB (020 8781 3421)

169 FIELD COMPANY ALL ARMS STAFF POOL ARMY RESERVE CENTRE, ST ALBANS ROAD, All Arms Staff Pool personnel are from every cap BARNET EN5 4JX badge and train with formation headquarters in 020 8449 1134 (TUE) the Army including HQ Allied Rapid Reaction Corps, both Divisions and most of the Army’s . The pool recruits Captains, Majors and Colonels directly from the Regular Army or from within the Army Reserve, who are normally affiliated to one specific headquarters.

A small team also supports the RAF as Ground Liaison Officers and another as Naval Gunfire Liaison Officers to .

glrfca.org 16 OTHER OTHER OPPORTUNITIES OPPORTUNITIES

LONDON DISTRICT REINFORCEMENT TEAM FIRST AID NURSING YEOMANRY G3 UK OPS, HQ LONDON DISTRICT, HORSE (PRINCESS ROYAL’S VOLUNTEER CORPS) GUARDS, LONDON SW1A 2AX (020 7414 2252) PO BOX 68218, LONDON SW1P 9UP The military in London has an obligation to (020 7976 5459) (WED) support the civil authorities under Military Aid to The First Aid Nursing Yeomanry (Princess Royal’s the Civil Authorities (MACA). The District Volunteer Corps) is an all-female voluntary Reinforcement Team (DRT) is the conduit organisation which is on call 24/7 to deploy between Defence and the civilian responders, multi-faceted rapid response teams to support under the direction of the Joint Regional Liaison civil and military authorities in times of crisis in Officers (JRLOs). The DRT is made up of order to protect life and relieve human suffering. Watchkeepers and Liaison Officers who man the In addition, members routinely provide support London Military Operations Centre (LMOC) in in planning and exercise roles. times of crises or during routine operations and exercises, and provide MACA resilience planning The Corps was formed in 1907 and is the oldest, and advice to civilian partners, as required. and most highly decorated, uniformed women’s organisation in the UK. FANY support the Military CIVIL SERVICE (Regular, Reserve and Cadet Force units), the City of London Police, the , The Civil Service Challenge remains a high the City of London Corporation, the London priority within government to attract and retain Resilience Group, the London Coroners and other Reservists by offering a challenging and public organisations. Unlike the Reserve Forces, rewarding experience. The Civil Service is an the FANY is a registered charity – all members are employer that values the skills Reservists bring; volunteers and are not paid for the support they signposts opportunities to join the Reserve Forces give. Training takes place on most Wednesday to its employees; and creates an environment for evenings of the year and once trained, FANYs Reservists to be fully supported to train and have the opportunity to take part in other non- deploy when necessary. support activities such as ceremonial, adventure Contact the MOD Reserves Team: training, sporting and social events. [email protected] For more information see www.fany.org.uk or call 020 7976 5459

17 glrfca.org OFFICER TRAINING

There are four ways to become a Reserve Officer in Membership is open to undergraduates who the Armed Services: meet Defence admission criteria and will usually last at least two academic years or however long 1. DIRECT ENTRY your degree course takes to complete. Pay is at The Direct Entry Army Reserve Potential Officer the standard service rate, with a bounty paid on scheme is designed to train civilians who have completion of each full year’s training programme. no prior service, and in 12 months get them to a Each service offers broad military experience, standard where they are ready to attend the Army adventurous training opportunities, sports clubs Reserve Commissioning Course at the Royal Military and a fantastic social life. Members of university Academy Sandhurst. Similar arrangements operate military units cannot be called up for operational for the Royal Navy and the Royal Air Force. Your service. local unit will give you more details or visit the national websites listed on pages 6 & 7. UNIVERSITY ROYAL NAVAL UNIT (URNU) HMS PRESIDENT, 72 ST KATHARINE’S WAY, 2. PROMOTION FROM THE RANKS LONDON E1W 1UQ Each service offers the potential for the right person (020 7481 7344) (THU) to progress through the ranks and be considered for a commission. UNIVERSITY OF LONDON OFFICER TRAINING CORPS (ULOTC) 3. PROFESSIONALY QUALIFIED OFFICERS (PQO) YEOMANRY HOUSE, HANDEL STREET, Reserve Officer applications from qualified Doctors, LONDON WC1N 1NP (020 7414 3890) (TUE) Nurses, Dentists, Vets, Chaplains, Lawyers and Cyber experts are also very welcome. In this THE UNIVERSITY OF LONDON instance the upper age limit for applying is 56. AIR SQUADRON (ULAS) RAF NORTHOLT, WEST END ROAD, 4. UNIVERSITY OFFICER TRAINING CORPS RUISLIP, LONDON HA4 6NG Each service is represented by its own university (020 7589 9057) (THU) organisation which provides military leadership www.ulas.org.uk training to undergraduates. Recruitment takes place in early October at Freshers Fairs. glrfca.org 18 CADET ORGANISATIONS

CADET FORCE ADULT VOLUNTEERS COMBINED CADET FORCE There is always a need for enthusiastic and Some schools have a Combined Cadet Force (CCF) committed people to help the Cadet organisations – with detachments from one or more of the Navy, inspire young people to achieve their goals. No Royal Marines, Army, Air Force and sometimes military experience is necessary. a band. Adult Volunteers come from a wide variety of CCFs give pupils a chance to show their teachers backgrounds and jobs. Some are former Cadets, another side of their characters, to think for some are parents of Cadets, others are people who themselves and to demonstrate their practical simply have a desire to assist young people, skills by taking part in flying, sailing, camps, helping them towards responsible adulthood and community activities, weapons training and much encouraging them to achieve their full potential. more. Cadets also have the opportunity to gain In return, uniform and full training is given. Travel BTEC qualifications in public services and music. expenses are paid and Volunteers can be paid for Historically CCFs have only been open to pupils a full day’s training. The Cadet organisations also of the school they are based in with most of the offer adults the chance to acquire a whole new Adult Instructors being members of the school’s range of skills and qualifications. Non-uniformed staff. They also used to be based mostly in fee Civilian Instructor roles are also available. paying schools but in 2012 the Government Most Cadet detachments will train for one or two introduced the Schools Cadet Expansion evenings a week and the occasional weekend. The Programme to encourage state schools to highlight of each year is Annual Camp which lasts open a CCF. two weeks and can be anywhere in the country and sometimes abroad. Some of these are start-up CCFs, others are new partnerships with existing CCFs. There are If you are able to spare one or two evenings a week currently 48 CCFs in London, spread over 70 and want to do something productive and exciting schools. with your free time, contact the individual Cadet organisations overleaf. www.combinedcadetforce.org.uk

19 glrfca.org SEA CADET CORPS ARMY CADET FORCE Whether at sea or on land, Sea Cadets offers an The Army Cadet Force (ACF) is a voluntary youth environment where young people can find new organisation sponsored by the Army which takes confidence and inspiration. Across the UK, 14,000 part in both military and community activities. Its cadets from 400 units, including Royal Marines, purpose is to develop qualities of good citizenship are challenging themselves and developing new and the spirit of service to Queen and country. In skills through activities based on the customs and London, the ACF is split into four sectors: traditions of the Royal Navy, plus tons of nautical CITY OF LONDON AND NORTH EAST ACF adventure for the best possible head start in life. (020 8518 7346) From sailing dinghies, climbing up rock faces MIDDLESEX AND NORTH WEST to mountain biking down twisty trails, there’s LONDON ACF (020 8749 7956) a world of exciting challenges on offer. Get SOUTH EAST LONDON ACF (020 8692 4066) more out of your free time and join us. SOUTH WEST LONDON ACF (020 7924 3229) For more information call 020 7481 7372 www.armycadets.com www.sea-cadets.org

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