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The rank system forms the backbone of the Army's structure and it defines a soldier or officer's role and degree of responsibility. Explore our officer and soldier ranks from Private through to Field Marshal.
The British Army protects the United Kingdom's interests at home and abroad, providing a safe and secure environment for all British citizens. Protecting the nation and its dependent territories will always be our first role.
The role of the Infantry is at the core of the Army; from peacekeeping to combat operations, anywhere in the world - our Infanteers lead the way. Infantry soldiers are trained to be ready for any challenge.
Being a soldier is a lot of things, from showing loyalty to being a team player, but it’s also the huge range of experiences the Army provides that makes a difference - could you be part of the team? Depending on your role within the Army, you'll need different skills, which you’ll be trained to do.
A soldier’s rank indicates his position in the military hierarchy. But what ranks are there in the British Army and how are they denoted?
A soldier is a person who is a member of an army. A soldier can be a conscripted or volunteer enlisted person, a non-commissioned officer, a warrant officer, or an officer.
Once you've finished the course at Harrogate, you'll be old enough, trained and ready to join your unit, as a soldier in the Regular Army. All soldiers you can gain qualifications and apprenticeships during their time in the Army.
