The Reserve Forces make up approximately one sixth of our Armed Forces personnel and as such are integral to protecting the nation’s security at home and overseas.
Reservists are currently supporting operations worldwide including in Afghanistan, Iraq, Bahrain, Estonia, South Sudan, Cyprus and Somalia.
However, the contribution they make to our Armed Forces often goes unrecognised. As such annual Reserves Day was created to highlight and recognise the valuable contribution Reservists make to our Armed Forces.
Reservists are everywhere, but you might not know it. So on Reserves Day, our Reservists wear their uniform in their civilian life in order to raise the profile of Reserve Forces. Today is a day for employers and colleagues to recognises our Reservists across the UK for their dedication, professionalism and commitment to serving our country.
Chris is both a teacher and a member of our Armed Forces.
There is no doubt that the two roles complement one another very well and I know from personal experience that the training given by the Armed Forces is second to none.
We are fortunate to have Chris on our staff team with the additional experience that being a Reservist brings.
As Head Teacher, I’m very proud to be able to support Chris in his role as a Reservist with the Royal Navy.
“Leadership, problem solving and team work are just some of the qualities that my Reserve training has allowed me to develop. Not to mention the additional qualifications available for me to work towards and bring to my school. For example, first aid qualifications, expedition and outdoor leadership awards and various vehicle driving licenses”
“Finally, it gives me something exciting to tell the pupils on a Monday morning after a weekend away”
Chris (Royal Navy Reservist and Teacher of Geography)
Craigroyston Community High School 