Forces Employment Charity: ‘Empowering You’ Employment Workshop, Manchester and online – 10-12 Mar

Empowering You is brought to you by the Forces Employment Charity, from Monday, 10 March, to Wednesday, 12 March 2025. 

It is a hybrid three-day employability and confidence-building workshop for spouses and partners, including military women, and those who are separated, divorced, or bereaved. 

Please note military spouses and partners of any gender may attend. 

  Your top 5 reasons to attend: 

1. Receive a free one-to-one mentoring session with a corporate mentor 

2. Join us in person in Radbroke where Barclays will host our sessions 

3. Hear from employers about pathways into employment and regional job opportunities 

4. Understand the value that your transferrable skills can bring to employers 
5. Expert sessions delivered by our Families Employment Advisors

 

For more information and to register, please go to

Recruit for Spouses Roadshow, Colchester – 25 Mar

Come and join Recruit for Spouses for a brew and a slice of cake 🍰☕ while learning all about what RFS has to offer.

 One of our reps will be there to chat about our programmes and how we can help you thrive.

 

• Mental Health & Wellbeing
• Foreign & Commonwealth
• Coaching & Mentoring
• Recruitment
• Resources
• and Much more!
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Don't miss out on this chance to connect and discover new opportunities!

Head over to the portal to sign up

HMRC Criminal Investigator Officer job position

Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, Croydon, Dover, Gartcosh, Ipswich, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle Upon Tyne, Nottingham, Portsmouth and Stratford

 CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 4 April 2025

 In this position, your daily tasks will vary. For example, one day you might search premises, and the next you could conduct interviews with suspects. You will receive top-quality training to help you develop specialised skills in preventing tax fraud and safeguarding public funds.

At its core, this job is about outsmarting criminal groups threatening the UK. You’ll need sharp judgement, resilience under confrontation, and integrity as you exercise far-reaching investigative powers.  

Latest Civil Service Job Vacancies for Service Leavers, Veterans and Spouses/Partners

Two vacancies – Wrexham

Closing date: 14 Mar 25

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

NHS Step into Health webinar – 26 Mar: Helping you to return to practice after your serving spouse or partner is posted abroad

NHS Step into Health are pleased to announce their upcoming information session: Helping you to return to practice after your serving spouse or partner is posted abroad due to take place on Wednesday 26th March, 10 - 11am.

This comprehensive guide is designed to answer some of the common questions and concerns you may have about maintaining your professional healthcare validation or registration while you are posted abroad with your serving partner or spouse. It provides essential information and practical advice shared by a variety of regulatory bodies to ensure that your credentials remain up-to-date and valid during your time overseas.

During this one-hour webinar, attendees will hear from representatives of various regulatory bodies across multiple clinical professions, as well as members of NHS England’s return to practice team.

Military Spousal Founders Programme

Are you part of the armed forces community with plans to become a business founder? Our Military Spousal Founders Programme is designed just for you.

We've partnered with Eagle Labs Academy to run this specially designed programme for military spouses who want to start and grow a business. Continuing our ongoing commitment to the armed forces covenant, the programme aims to assist spousal business owners establish a foundation to be successful in starting their own business.

Eagle Labs Academy is a digital learning platform that helps founders start and scale their business at their own pace.

The Forces Employment Charity Families Programme exists to provide life-long, life-changing support, job opportunities, and training to Service leavers, veterans, reservists and their families, irrespective of circumstances, rank, length of service, or reason for leaving.

Their Families Programme supports spouses and partners of still-serving personnel and veterans, including divorced, separated, and bereaved, on their journey into employment; regardless of whether you are in the UK or overseas.

Forces Employment Charity says, "We understand Service life and transition can impact the whole family, so we also offer mentoring and career guidance to military children and young people aged 16-24.  Link to Young People Programme

"Our dedicated Families Employment Advisors are military spouses or partners themselves. They understand the challenges and barriers you may be facing. Including frequent moves, living in relative isolation, childcare, employer reluctance to hire military spouses, getting back onto the employment ladder, having a lack of confidence, and returning suddenly to civilian life. We understand the support you require and are here to help you succeed. Here is the link to register:  Register for this free service!

"We offer holistic services to support military spouses, partners, and military children, including:

• Bespoke career and training diagnostics
  
• Support in writing an effective CV and cover letter
• Comprehensive job application and interview support
• Connections to a pool of nationwide employer partners
• Expert industry knowledge and updates
• Tailored coaching and mentoring
• Networking events and employment fairs" ​

British Gas Electrician Apprenticeship Vacancies

We're so much more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. 

We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. 

Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That's why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it.

During your apprenticeship, you'll absorb the wisdom, grasp the skills, and earn the qualifications to emerge as a top-tier Electrical Engineer – a true household hero. Under the wing of our experienced Electricians, you'll soon learn how to deliver energy efficient solutions to our customers through installing, upgrading & maintaining electrical systems. 

• Glasgow
• Hertfordshire
• Aberdeenshire
• Greater London
• Gloucestershire
• Essex
• Bridgend
• Northampton
• Derbyshire
• Staffordshire

The link to apply or more information is HERE

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: West Yorkshire

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have 80 new Executive Officer opportunities open in West Yorkshire within their Disability Services Team. 

The Disability Services advert will run from 04/12/24 to 18/12/24

Civil Service Jobs link: Disability Services - Case Manager - West Yorkshire (Ref: 724) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

​More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: Various locations

The Department of Work and Pensions has 25 new Executive Officer work coach opportunities in Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire and Isle of Wight, and 40 in Surrey and Sussex. These are now open for applications until 13^th Dec 2024.

​Civil Service Jobs links:

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach – Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire & Isle of Wight (Ref: 721) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach – Surrey and Sussex (Ref: 722) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

​More information can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.

NHS Step into Health: Internship Vacancy now open for Service Leavers and Veterans

NHS Step into Health are pleased to announce that recruitment for their Programme Assistant Internship is now open. 

To be eligible to apply for the internship you must be in the process of being or have been medically discharged from UK Armed Forces regular service within the last 5 years.

Location: Leeds with agile working (home based will be considered)

Role: Fixed term (12 weeks). Full time, flexible working patterns considered.

Salary: £22,837 (pro rata)

Closing Date: 23:59 17th November 2024

The post-holder will join the Step into Health team and will gain valuable experiences and skills which will be beneficial and transferable into other NHS roles. The full job description can be found via this link, and is also attached here [insert GDrive link to PDF attached]. Although SitH cannot guarantee employment when the internship comes to an end, they are able to support individuals to apply for other roles within the NHS.

To apply, please use the link on the vacancy page.

For more information on how the Step into Health programme can assist Service leavers and veterans into an NHS career, please go to https://www.militarystepintohealth.nhs.uk/

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest Civil Service Job Vacancy for Service Leavers, Veterans and Spouses/Partners

The following vacancy is now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:
GFIE - 313 DWP Work Coach, Luton.

​Job Description 
Closing date: 18 Nov 2024

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form [insert Google Drive link] and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest Civil Service Job Vacancy for Service Leavers, Veterans and Spouses/Partners

 

DWP - Work Coach Luton

The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:

GFIE- 404 - Service Delivery Officer, Bedford, Cosham and Luton

Job Description [link to GD]

Closing date: 29 Oct

GFIE- 405 - Service Delivery Officer, Matlock and Glossop

Job Description [link to GD]

Closing date: Extended to 8 Nov

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form [insert GD link] and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

Forces in Mind Trust Post-Service Employment Research Policy & Practice Summaries

New research and policy summaries focused on post-Service employment among ex-Service personnel and their partners. 

These summaries form part of our commitment to ensuring evidence is at the heart of decision making for the benefit of ex-Service personnel and their families. 

The summaries provide easy digestible access to up to date research evidence and an overview of current policy and service provision focused on post-Service employment among ex-Service personnel and their partners.

A robust methodology has been used to create these summaries meaning they are an accurate and trustworthy source of information which can used to inform and transform policy, practice, and future research priorities. 

You can access the full summaries and two-page infographics here: 

Research summary
Policy summary

Forces in Mind Trust Post-Service Employment Research Policy & Practice Summaries

New research and policy summaries focused on post-Service employment among ex-Service personnel and their partners. 

These summaries form part of our commitment to ensuring evidence is at the heart of decision making for the benefit of ex-Service personnel and their families. 

The summaries provide easy digestible access to up to date research evidence and an overview of current policy and service provision focused on post-Service employment among ex-Service personnel and their partners.

A robust methodology has been used to create these summaries meaning they are an accurate and trustworthy source of information which can used to inform and transform policy, practice, and future research priorities. 

You can access the full summaries and two-page infographics here: 

• Research summary
• Policy summary

Armed Forces in Policing Recruitment Event

We have planned the 2025 series of events called National Joining Forces – these are police recruitment events for all police organisations in England and Wales. 

They are designed to provide insight and understanding into police careers; the recruitment process and the structures in place to support candidates through the process. 

In particular the events highlights the qualities and skills veterans possess which are transferable into British policing.

​The events are advertised on Eventbrite and are as follows: 

• Tuesday 14th January 2025 from 1800 x 1900
• Tuesday 15th April 2025 from 1800 x 1900
• Tuesday 15th July 2025 from 1800 x 1900
• ​Friday 14th November 2025 from 1800 x 1900

NDNA Childcare Works supported employment programme - starts next week!

Are you a spouse/ partner of a serving military personnel or a reservist?

Are you interested in career in childcare but don't know where to start?

Then the Childcare Works project could be for you.

Act quick as the project starts on 22nd October and there are only a couple of spaces left!

Contact Lesley.williams@ndna.org.uk or call on 07718 803652.

New launch of The Foreign and Commonwealth 'Recruit For Spouses' support

A brand new programme has been launch to help Non UK spouses in British military families find employment and training in the UK.

A year of planning and preparation, Recruit for Spouses  have launched a programme where spouses can receive help with:

• Study
• Access to employment 
• Transfer of qualifications to UK equivalents
• Professional registration

The highly acclaimed Career Academy will cover the costs of obtaining a Statement of Comparability and facilitate the application process.

Working with trusted service providers to ensure qualifications meet UK standards, they will provide support so users can feel confident and bolstered as they prepare to take advantage of their hard-earned qualifications in a new country!

We are proud to be the first company to offer such comprehensive support to the Foreign and Commonwealth community and look forward to continuing our ongoing support and collaboration to make a lasting impact.

We are privileged to have the trust of the Foreign and Commonwealth community in delivering this service and consider it an honour to serve individuals who possess so much strength, skill, grit, and determination.

People often underestimate the challenges of moving from one's home country to a new one, especially when doing so with children. Whether moving alone or with family, the additional challenges faced by the Foreign and Commonwealth community are significant. These challenges highlight the indomitable character and capacity of the people we support and work alongside.

Eligibility to receive support:

• Must be a partner of a Foreign or Commonwealth national serving as a member in paid service in HM Forces (Royal Navy, British Army, or Royal Air Force)
• Must be over 18 years of age
• Partners include spouses, civil partners, fiancés(e), or individuals living with serving personnel in a relationship akin to marriage/civil partnership for at least two years

Application Requirements:

• Partner’s service number
• Date of entry to the UK
• Visa status (if applicable)

How to Apply:

Members of the Foreign and Commonwealth community can apply for this programme by registering on our portal and clicking 'Programmes' on the upper left-hand side. The link to do so is below:

Apply Here

For organisations looking to sponsor our programme and enhance their social impact, please reach out to us at cerise.upham@recruitforspouses.co.uk. Together, we can support and uplift this incredible community!

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest Civil Service Job Vacancy for Service Leavers, Veterans and Spouses/Partners

The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:

GFIE- 404 - Service Delivery Officer, Bedford, Cosham and Luton

Job Description 

Closing date: 29 Oct

GFIE- 405 - Service Delivery Officer, Matlock and Glossop

Job Description 

Closing date: 29 Oct

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form [insert GD link] and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: Various Locations

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have the Executive Officer opportunities shown below coming up with roles across England:

Universal Credit Job centre Work Coach (Executive Officer) - Leicestershire and Northamptonshire (Ref: 714) open from 8/10/24 to 22/10/24. 30 jobs available.

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Staffordshire and Derbyshire (Ref: 717) open from 9/10/24 to 23/10/24. 30 jobs available.

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - West Yorkshire (Ref: 716) open from 10/10/24 to 24/10/24. 30 jobs available.

More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.