The Section Commander’s Battle Course (SCBC) is one of the most challenging command and leadership courses in the British Army. It is conducted over a 16 week period at the Infantry Battle School, Brecon. Upon completion of the course and promotion to Corporal, a section commander can find themselves posted to the School of Infantry, working at the Infantry Training Centre Catterick. This is where they will lead new recruits through the mentally and physically challenging 6-month Combat Infantry

The many roles of the British infantry: this 1970 government film showcases the variety of roles available soldiers in the army, including gunners, parachutists, radar operators and more. © Crown copyright. IWM (COI 904-1) | Imperial War Museum London