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The pay for the different services is broadly similar, but they are affected by a number of factors such as length of service, the particular trade or specialisation you perform and the level of responsibility. *British Army* All the pay charts for soldiers and officers including up to Warrant Officer and Colonel. *RAF* All the pay charts for airmen/airwomen, non-commissioned aircrew ...

What job groups are there from which I could pick a career employment group? Engineering Combat Logistics and support Intelligence, IT and Communications HR and Finance Medical Music and ceremonial [photo:40264] For a choice of roles currently recruiting for, please see this link. *What is selection like?* There are a number of tests that you’ll need to sit: [photo:40267] BARB – ...

Those joining under the age of 18, the contract last until the day before your 22nd Birthday. For those over 18 the contract term is 4 years and 3 months. If you’d like to serve longer, then you can do up to a maximum of 22 years. What educational qualifications are required to join the Regular Army and the Territorial Army? ...

There are Regular Army – full time and Territorial Army (TA) – part-time opportunities. Similarly you could join as a soldier or an Officer. One thing is for certain, there are promotion and career advancement opportunities for everyone. [photo:40217] What are the rates of pay and allowances if I were to join as a soldier? On a monthly basis you will ...

Everyone has at least one frugal friend who always crows about how much money he saves by clipping coupons or frequenting discount stores. And while this friend’s behaviour/bragging is a great reminder of how you should be more financially savvy — especially when the world economy isn’t in the best shape — he may overlook some simple savings strategies that you’ve ...

This summer is proving much better than 2009 which was an absolute wash out. The good weather is finally here again and by all accounts it's staying until September (we all hope!). For many people, it's a time of long barmy days and fun in at BBQ's, garden paties, beer gardens etc. However for some sufferers of PTSD this can be ...

The origins of PTSD are thought to hail back to the days of World War 1. However, studies have shown it was earlier than this. It appears that when technology improves in warfare so does the mental health of human beings deteriorate. When rifles and cannons were introduced in warfare cases of PTSD were first observed. PTSD comes about either by ...

HM Armed Forces Veterans’ Badge is available to all former Armed Forces personnel - Royal Navy, Royal Marines, Army and Royal Air Force. It was launched in May 2004 by the Minister for Veterans, to raise the profile of veterans. All veterans are eligible to apply. The badge is an enamelled, engraved, and pinned, lapel badge featuring the words “HM Armed ...

The Victory Services Club The Victory Services Association is a charity with two primary objectives: 1) Promote military efficiency and esprit de corps by bringing together members of the Armed Forces of the Crown and members of the Armed Forces of the Commonwealth and foreign Countries with whom we are currently allied and by improving the life of such persons. [photo:24666] ...

In April 2009 the long awaited announcement regarding the issue of a Veterans ID Card has been made by the Government. Kevan Jones, Minister for Veterans, said ‘the Government needed to make the Veterans ID Card issue happen’. He went on to say that the issue of the ID Card would provide Veterans with the recognition they deserved, having served their ...

In a century where convenience is the standard form of measurement, telecommuting is growing in popularity. And what's not to love about telecommuting? When you can work from the comfort of your home, skip commuter traffic, set your own hours, and live outside of corporate politics, telecommuting offers all the conveniences without any of the tiresome obstacles. But as tantalizing ...

1. A Closed Body Whether sitting or standing, your body should be loose and open. Do not cross your arms. Do not cross your legs. While you may think it conveys a sense of ease, studies have shown that a people read a closed body differently: they subconsciously think you have something to hide. What's more, you're missing a golden ...

The AFPS 05 provides nominal pension benefits as those provided by the state pension, ensuring that members have an adequate income to draw upon in retirement. HMRC (Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs) allow some tax concessions on pension schemes not availble on other retirement savings. For further details check their website: www.hmrc.gov.uk Adding Years This is an obvious benefit - the ...

Out with the old and in with the new! The past decade revolutionized how we do business but there is plenty more to look forward to in 2010. Below is a sneak peak of coming attractions to get excited about. 1. Phone Liberation 2. Cloud Computing 3. The End of Paper 4. The Battle for Local 5. Social Spending 6. Mobile ...

As we move into the winter months, and the economy is slowing coming out of its “economic winter,” one only need look around to see that one person’s recession is another’s great buying opportunity. That is especially true if you are in planning and buying mode for your start-up. Few times in recent memory have been as kind to buyers of ...

Time to get up and at them! You know the military can drill-long hours, high demands, and stressful situations leaving you feeling fulfilled and…exhausted! Sometimes you may feel like there’s just no time in the work day to take care of yourself. Although the work you do for your family is amazing, it is important to give yourself the same ...

Don't be demoralised when an employer turns you down. The reasons behind a rejection usually have more to do with the company than with you. You've probably read plenty of job-hunting articles. And they're all the same. A so-called expert will advise you to develop a plan, broaden your skills, and network. On CVs, they will counsel you to customise, use ...

How could a former teacher, next-door neighbour, or mate down the pub comment on your management style, responsibilities or the quality of your performance on the job? The answer: They can't. Often, job seekers think a "personal" reference is someone they've worked with who also happens to be a personal friend. In my book, that's a business or professional reference because ...

In everyday life thousands of adults have difficulties focusing on the job. While more than 4 percent of working adults are diagnosed with ADHD, vast numbers of undiagnosed adults struggle with being successful in the workplace. For all these people, choosing a fitting job, handling a job’s essential tasks and modifying work habits for maximum effectiveness are major challenges. If you ...

Once you have been laid off, one of the first things you are likely to think about is how you are going to replace your income. This article is thus intended to serve as a general guide to unemployment benefit. What to Expect when Applying for Unemployment Benefit To apply for unemployment benefit, you must first contact your local unemployment office ...