Royal Naval Reserve: frequently asked questions
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1. How do I apply?
1.1 Step 1: Get in touch
- Call 08456 07 55 55
- Fill in a short form or find your local Royal Naval Reserve unit at royalnavy.mod.uk/rnr
1.2 Step 2: Meet us
Book a place at an informal presentation evening at your local Royal Naval Reserve Unit to ask questions and meet other Reservists.
1.3 Step 3: Find out more
Fill in a short application form 바카라 사이트� it doesn바카라 사이트檛 commit you to joining. Whilst your application is being processed you can go to training nights at your local unit.
1.4 Step 4: Show us what you바카라 사이트檝e got
Take a recruit test covering basic English and maths, problem solving and understanding mechanics with the help of a practice test booklet.
1.5 Step 5: Fit to join
You바카라 사이트檒l need to take:
- a medical
- an eye test
- pre-joining fitness test with the help of a pre-joining fitness programme leaflet
You will also need to receive security clearance before moving to the next stage.
1.6 Step 6: Interview
You바카라 사이트檒l have a formal interview with a careers advisor. For some specialist roles, you바카라 사이트檒l sit a specialist selection board.
1.7 Step 7: Welcome aboard
Once you바카라 사이트檙e formally accepted into the Royal Naval Reserve, you will sign the Official Secrets Act and swear an oath before starting your training.
2. What skills will I gain from my training?
Through your military training you can gain:
- career related qualifications
- courses accredited up to Masters level
- leadership and other skills
Qualifications are available through:
3. Will it affect my day job?
You will need to balance your training commitment with your day job. You바카라 사이트檒l be expected to train with your unit for a minimum number of days each year and will also need time off if
Although there바카라 사이트檚 no legal requirement for your employer to allow you extra time off for training, many are happy to do so.
4. Am I eligible to join?
The criteria and age limit for joining the Royal Naval Reserve varies depending on the service and role you are applying for. Here is an overview but please check the full criteria for details.
- aged 16 to 40 or up to 45 for ex-Regulars although the upper age limit depends on the service and your specialisation. Use the to find the age limit for the role you바카라 사이트檙e interested in
- British, Irish, Commonwealth or British dual citizenship
- no qualifications required unless you바카라 사이트檙e applying for an officer role
- be medically fit
5. Are there opportunities for progression?
How far you progress through the ranks depends on your performance, ambitions and circumstances.
If you have no previous military experience, you바카라 사이트檒l usually join as a rating. Many Reservists are happy to serve as ratings for their entire career, since this fits best with the demands of their civilian life.
For others, the Royal Naval Reserve offers a chance to pursue a structured management career.
If you바카라 사이트檝e shown commitment and leadership, you may be recommended to apply for the Admiralty Board Interview and begin officer training. You can either be a General Reserve Officer or a Specialist Officer if you바카라 사이트檙e a qualified civilian doctor, nurse or minister of religion.
Whatever your ambitions, you바카라 사이트檒l be given the training and support you need.
6. How fit do I need to be?
You바카라 사이트檒l take a medical, eye test and a pre-joining fitness test, which is a 2.4 km run. There will also be a swimming test. Your unit will give you advice on how to prepare. You바카라 사이트檒l need to keep your skills at a consistently high level.
7. Will I be mobilised?
As part of the Royal Navy바카라 사이트檚 trained strength you could be called out (mobilised) to serve anywhere in the world in response to a military threat or a natural or humanitarian disaster. Operations generally last 6 months. You would not be mobilised until you have completed all your initial training and some branch training.
8. How long do I need to sign up for?
You usually complete 5 year blocks up to the age of 55.
9. Will I get paid?
When you바카라 사이트檝e completed your minimum of 24 days training you바카라 사이트檒l qualify for a yearly tax-free bounty (bonus). You바카라 사이트檒l also be paid for each quarter day you train.
10. Is there a role for me?
There are 83 roles across surface fleet, submarine service, fleet air arm, Royal Marines, Royal Fleet Auxiliary, warfare, engineering, logistics, medical and chaplaincy.
Your role could include:
- protecting Royal Naval warships in foreign waters
- giving vital logistical support to crews of ships
- sending detailed signal information to submarines
- supplying safety information to merchant shipping
Some people choose a job based on their civilian skills whilst others train for a role that is completely different.
11. How much training will I do?
11.1 New-entry training
Part 1 바카라 사이트� 20 weeks on training nights at your local unit or at weekends at other units across the UK. This basic phase covers naval knowledge, parade training and building your physical fitness.
Part 2 바카라 사이트� 2 weeks바카라 사이트� training at HMS Raleigh in Cornwall covering weapon handling, sea survival, swimming and an overnight exercise on Dartmoor.
At the end you바카라 사이트檒l have your official passing out parade.
Ongoing training 바카라 사이트� Evenings and weekends - 12 days per year for which you바카라 사이트檒l be paid. As well as training nights you will need to complete at least 3 training weekends each year.
Continuous training 바카라 사이트� usually done in a 12-day block each year. When you complete the minimum training you바카라 사이트檒l qualify for a tax free bonus on top of the pay you get for each quarter day you train.
12. Are there opportunities for travel?
There will be opportunities for travel and adventure during your career with the Royal Naval Reserves.
13. Royal Marine Reserves
Royal Marine recruits train for a minimum of a year and, if successful, are awarded the coveted Commando Green Beret. They are then expected to specialise in one of these areas:
- parachutists
- swimmer-canoeists
- small-boat or expert weapons instructors.