Employers recognise value of Reserve training
Reserve training and service enables recruits to
develop a broad range of core attributes,
practical skills and personal qualities that are
of direct relevance - and easily transferable -
to the civilian workplace.
The development of core skills such as team
building, self-confidence, leadership and
experience of other cultures is highly prized by
employers, yet hardest to provide training for.
Reservists also acquire skills and knowledge in a
diverse range of practical subjects. Thorough
training in first aid and health and safety
enables them to respond quickly if an accident
happens in the workplace, whilst regular weapons
and parade drills develops their precision and co-
ordination.
'Softer' personal attributes such as
organisational loyalty, integrity and reliability
are more difficult to measure but undoubtedly
result from Reservists' comprehensive training
and practical experiences. Participation in
adventurous activities such as skiing, climbing,
abseiling and white-water rafting is strongly
encouraged by the Armed Forces which place a high
value on team building activities such as these.
Firstly, because they are character-building and
help develop fitness, determination and
perseverance. Secondly, because they also enhance
an individual's team working, problem solving,
communication and presentation skills.
Training in field conditions
The Armed Forces also place great importance on
working in field conditions. Much of the training
for Reservists therefore occurs outside the
comfort of the training centre, and involves
hands-on practice with students assessed in
realistic and demanding situations. This is
something that civilian courses are rarely able
to do because of cost, time and resource
implications.
According to research carried out by Leeds
Business School, the total value to civilian
employers of Reserve training is £377 million per
annum. The individual training received by most
Reservists would cost an employer over £9,000 per
year if it were bought commercially. By contrast,
an average of just £822 is spent annually on
employee training.
An ever increasing number of employers recognise
the value Reservists bring to their civilian
career as a result of their world-class training.
SaBRE would like to see all companies pledge
their support to Reservists in their employment,
either current or future, by signing up to become
a Supportive Employer.
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