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As a full time regular soldier, how much time do I spend away from home?On average I understand this could probably vary

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  • Author: Anonymous
  • Category: Role, Role description
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  • Michael K.
    Michael K. Army Careers Advisor

    You're right, this varies so widely that i honestly couldn't say.


    This can change on the Operational commitments each Unit is aligned to.



    Personally, I've had years where I'd be away for 11 out of 12 months. Years of a few weeks away here and there.


    Equally I've been in positions such as now in Recruiting where I'm non deployable in this role and therefore won't travel anywhere for 2 years.


    It swings in roundabouts and ultimately it can also depend on how much you volunteer for as that can get you more travel should you wish.

  • Anonymous

    yeah I did think it could changed quite widely, thank you for your reply and the information

  • Michael K.
    Michael K. Army Careers Advisor

    You're welcome. Your local Army careers center is always open for any questions too, during their typical business hours of 09:00 - 17:00 Mon - Fri.