Non-commissioned officers and other ranks Pay Data UK
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Those holding jobs in this unit group are full-time members of the armed forces of the UK, the Commonwealth and other foreign countries and perform military duties for which there is no civilian equivalent.
Typical Tasks and Duties
receives and responds to commands from senior officers
monitors, operates, services and repairs military equipment
takes part in military operations in situations of conflict and provides aid if required in emergency situations such as civil disorder, natural disasters and major accidents
engages in peacekeeping operations and enforces ceasefire agreements
stands watch and guards military establishments and other buildings
trains and exercises using various military equipment and tactics
undertakes specialist activities such as operating communications equipment, driving military vehicles
patrols areas of possible military activity
leads and trains new recruits and lower ranks, looks after their discipline and welfare
Entry Routes and Qualifications
For most positions entry does not depend upon academic qualifications. Entrants generally have to pass a selection interview and physical and medical examinations. Entry to certain trades requires GCSEs/S grades or equivalent qualifications.