Want to be a Special Observer?

The British Army’s long-range reconnaissance experts are looking to boost their ranks with a fresh intake of determined recruits. Personnel serving with 4/73 Special Observation Post Battery, 5th Regiment, Royal Artillery operate unsupported and in small teams deep in the battlespace, where they set up hidden positions to gather information on enemy activities. The next… Read More

Army Welfare Workers

“You have the satisfaction of knowing someone has been able to take a step forward because of the assistance you have given,” (Whittington, 2021, p.13). What is the Role of an Army Welfare Worker? To provide independent and confidential advice to those in need, dealing with referrals from individuals or unit welfare officers. Who Do… Read More

British Army Restructure Planned

Sweeping changes to the structure and capabilities of the Armed Forces – the most significant since the end of the Cold War – have been announced by Defence Secretary Ben Wallace. The integrated review of foreign and defence policy will see £23 billion spent on making the Army more cutting-edge and lethal. It will result… Read More

What is the Vehicle OSK 6×6 Driving Instructor Course?

Aim of the Course The aim of the course is to train qualified CST or MLET Drivers to be competent and qualified Vehicle OSK 6×6 Driving Instructors. This is a CST or MLET driving only instructor course. Whilst it includes hitch, unhitch and drive with either a laden/unladen CST(Water) or unladen MLET trailer, it does… Read More

What is the Defence General Service Driver (DGSD) Conversion Instructor (Steady State) Course?

Aim of the Course Complimenting the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) principles, students will learn how to become effective trainers in this specialised area and learn how to assess in a controlled environment as per the recognised test standards and in accordance with Joint Service Publications. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Regular and Reserve… Read More

What is the B (Car) Vehicle Inspection and Maintenance Op Course?

Aim of the Course The aim of the course is to train personnel to be competent and qualified in the maintenance of Category ‘B’ Vehicle Inspection programmes in accordance with first line assurance. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Phase 3 personnel – minimum rank OR-3. Civil Servants employed as Instructional Staff are authorised to attend.… Read More

What is the Combat Support Boat (CSB) Trailer Operator Instructor Course?

Aim of the Course Complimenting the Defence Systems Approach to Training (DSAT) principles, students will learn how to become effective trainers in this specialised area and learn how to assess in a controlled environment as per the recognised test standards and in accordance with Joint Service Publications. Facilitated by IDT(A). Entry Standards Phase 3 personnel… Read More