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Gen Dit Network veterans growth event 16 March 2024
Gen Dit Network veterans growth event 16 March 2024
NEWS

The veterans growth event provides direct access to recruitment teams and B2B networking.

Charity empowers veterans with new careers in truck driving, tackling homelessness and joblessness
Charity empowers veterans with new careers in truck driving, tackling homelessness and joblessness
NEWS

A non-profit organization is aiding former military personnel in entering the truck driving sector, aiming to lessen homelessness and joblessness among veterans.

Study reveals need for enhanced life skills support for young & lower-ranked service personnel
Study reveals need for enhanced life skills support for young & lower-ranked service personnel
NEWS

A new report from QinetiQ and Cranfield School of Management found that, whilst the majority of Service personnel and their partners have good life skills, some require additional support to help them develop the skills needed to deal with the demands and challenges of daily life when they leave the Armed Forces.

Henley business school secures Army higher education pathway (AHEP) contract
Henley business school secures Army higher education pathway (AHEP) contract
NEWS

AHEP provides an excellent opportunity for Army Officers, non-graduates and graduates, to complete a fully funded degree pathway in conjunction with a top global institute.

Veterans UK brand set to be phased out
Veterans UK brand set to be phased out
NEWS

Veterans services in the UK are to receive a fresh start as the government today accepted the majority of recommendations from the Independent Review of UK Government Welfare Services for Veterans.

Mission motorsport national transition event 4 March 2024
Mission motorsport national transition event 4 March 2024
NEWS

Set against the backdrop of the iconic race track, the National Transition Event is a unique event which offers service leavers, veterans and their partners the opportunity to find out about careers away from the military.

New major funding programme to support veterans’ housing needs
New major funding programme to support veterans’ housing needs
NEWS

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust will award grants of £75K to £500K, across four rounds of funding, to projects that contribute to the aims of the Government’s ambition to reduce Veteran homelessness and end rough sleeping.

Get a 1/3 off rail travel with a veterans railcard
Get a 1/3 off rail travel with a veterans railcard
NEWS

You’ll be eligible for a Veterans Railcard providing you have served for at least one day or more in His Majesty’s UK Armed Forces (Regular or Reserve). UK Merchant Mariners who have seen duty on legally defined military operations are also eligible.

Armed Forces covenant fund trust launches a £700,000 fund to help veterans and their families develop their skills and careers
Armed Forces covenant fund trust launches a £700,000 fund to help veterans and their families develop their skills and careers
NEWS

The Trust will award grants of up to £70,000 on behalf of the Office for Veterans’ Affairs, to projects that will enable Veterans and their families to enter stable long-term employment, by delivering qualifications and training.

Cyber security & cloud expo global 30 Nov - 1 Dec
Cyber security & cloud expo global 30 Nov - 1 Dec
NEWS

Cyber Security & Cloud Expo is the leading event for Zero Trust, Threat Detection & Response, Training, Talent & Culture, Identity & Access Management, Application Security, and Data Security.

Ex-Royal Marine wins national award for helping veterans on probation
Ex-Royal Marine wins national award for helping veterans on probation
NEWS

Despite having no previous experience of working in the criminal justice system, Gareth Mills beat tough competition to be named Best Newcomer of the Year Winner at the Inspire Justice Awards

From Navy to agile pro
From Navy to agile pro
ARTICLES

Tim Scrivener, a former Petty Officer in the Royal Navy, has successfully transitioned from his military career to civilian life, now thriving as an Agile Transformation Consultant.

Bloomberg: veteran insight session 28 Nov 2023
Bloomberg: veteran insight session 28 Nov 2023
NEWS

Bloomberg is excited to host an in-person insight session on 28 November 2023 between 2.30PM - 6.30PM.

BuildForce Armed Forces information day 30 Nov 2023
BuildForce Armed Forces information day 30 Nov 2023
NEWS

BuildForce is hosting a unique event which will bring together TfL, Morgan Sindall Infrastructure, their supply chain and our military community.

More ex-forces finding career success on civvy street
More ex-forces finding career success on civvy street
NEWS

The Forces Employment Charity is delighted to announce that it is helping record breaking numbers of veterans, service leavers and reservists to find civilian career success.

Jefferies military insight day Nov 9 2023
Jefferies military insight day Nov 9 2023
NEWS

Jefferies – a leading global, full service investment banking and capital markets firm invites service leavers, veterans and military spouses to join them  for an introduction to investment banking and capital markets.

Office for veterans’ affairs launch employers’ guide to hiring veterans
Office for veterans’ affairs launch employers’ guide to hiring veterans
NEWS

The Office for Veterans' Affairs has created a new veteran employers’ guide, which includes tips and case studies on how to recruit, retain and develop ex-forces employees.

Google launches support scheme for military community
Google launches support scheme for military community
NEWS

Google UK re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant, and announced a new scheme of four weeks paid reservist leave to support UK Googlers with their military duties.

Security cleared expo 26 Oct 2023
Security cleared expo 26 Oct 2023
NEWS

Meet with companies exhibiting at the Security Cleared EXPO in London. Gain an understanding of different companies and talk to recruiters one-on-one. The event is free to attend.

Alteryx provides free analytics education to UK service members
Alteryx provides free analytics education to UK service members
NEWS

Alteryx partners with TechVets to offer real-world analytics training to help United Kingdom military service members, veterans, and their families transition to civilian careers.

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Able Skills | Building Trades
Able Skills have been providing construction training since 2002, We are the largest private Construction Training Centre in the UK. We aim to make construction training accessible and inclusive to all, which is why many of our courses can be undertaken on a flexible/part-time basis, enabling you to fit your learning around prior commitments.
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Scruminc. | Facilities Management
Our ELCAS-approved courses are crafted by industry experts, equipping you with the latest insight and resources in business agility. We bring you the most relevant experience from our global clients. Whether you’re seeking to enhance your leadership skills, become a Scrum Master, or explore other career paths in Agility, Scrum Inc.’s ELCAS courses have you covered
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Level 3 Certificate for Close Protection Operatives in the Private Security Industry | Close Protection
Capricorn Training as been providing security training for over 10 years with high pass rates, our focus is to ensure that the learners receive the most relevant up to date training possible delivered by experienced instructors. The training centre at the Capricorn Security group plays a key role in implementing quality assurance , offering employment support and ensuring courses meets the needs of the industry. Capricorn are the leading North west Close Protection employer and the team offer expertise within the industry with real life work experience opportunities.
Lancashire
TECOL - Technical Education Centre | Accountancy and Book-keeping
At TECOL, we provide the opportunity to study a range of fully accredited (Pearson – Edexcel BTEC), nationally recognised, technical qualifications to complement your existing skills and interests in Engineering, Business and Digital Technologies.
International, Nationwide
Trades Training School | Building Trades
We provide expert taught trades training courses in Plumbing, Plastering and Wall & Floor Tiling, including specialised multiskilled courses
Scotland

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