1161 — Officers in armed forces

What this occupation covers

Officers in armed forces serve as commissioned officers in His Majesty’s armed forces, foreign and Commonwealth armed forces plan, direct, organise and administer military operations; and perform duties for which there is no civilian equivalent.

Typical duties

advises and provides information on military aspects of defence policy

plans, directs and co-ordinates military training and manoeuvres

supervises the operation of military units and monitors the activities of junior officers, NCOs and other ranks

plans, directs and administers aid to civilian authorities as requested or when faced with civil disorder, natural disaster or other emergency

Entry routes and qualifications

Entry to a commission in the UK armed forces is possible with GCSEs/S grades and A levels/H grades, or with higher academic qualifications, or by promotion from NCO or other rank. Each arm of the forces has different age restrictions. Candidates must pass a medical examination and interview.

Sponsorship information

Ineligible. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.

DBS assessment

No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.

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