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Finalists announced for soldiering on awards 2024
Finalists announced for soldiering on awards 2024

Now in their 14th year, the Soldiering On Awards celebrate excellence within the Armed Forces community across twelve distinct categories, ranging from Family Values to Business Start-Up and Animal Partnership.

Amey launches innovative Service to Success military employment programme
Amey launches innovative Service to Success military employment programme
NEWS

This initiative aims to leverage the distinctive and transferable skills of Service personnel, offering a direct employment pathway for those in their military resettlement period.

Hiking relay around Wales in support of military charities
Hiking relay around Wales in support of military charities

Six Army Recruitment Offices are taking part in a hiking relay around Wales in support of military charities including Blind Veterans UK, the national charity for vision-impaired ex-Service men and women.

Step into health insight day
Step into health insight day
Step into health insight day 5 July 2024
Step into health insight day 5 July 2024
NEWS

Find out more information about North East London NHS Foundation Trust and the opportunities we have available.

Gulfstream veterans & service leavers recruitment event July 2024
Gulfstream veterans & service leavers recruitment event July 2024
Gulfstream veterans & service leavers recruitment event 2 July 2024
Gulfstream veterans & service leavers recruitment event 2 July 2024
NEWS

Gulfstream (who design, make and sell business jets) are hosting a recruitment event with ex-servicemen and women who currently work at Gulfstream to talk about the company, available roles, and answer any questions. Lots of interesting jobs on offer!

Trade body forum draws on military skills for transport and distribution
Trade body forum draws on military skills for transport and distribution
NEWS

A national trade body is drawing on the skills and insight of a former Army logistics professional to drive forward best practice across the multi-billion-pound construction industry supply chain.

BFBS ‘big salute’ opens 2024 grant applications
BFBS ‘big salute’ opens 2024 grant applications

BFBS is proud to announce the launch of the 2024 grant application process for the Big Salute. The annual initiative provides vital project-based funding to charities supporting forces related initiatives, empowering them to make a difference in the lives of those within the military community.

Launchpad receives funding to support homeless Royal Navy veterans
Launchpad receives funding to support homeless Royal Navy veterans

Veterans’ charity Launchpad has received a grant for £11,250 from the Home | The Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (rnrmc.org.uk), working in partnership with Greenwich Hospital.

Project Management
Project Management
Driving Instruction
Driving Instruction
Law
Law
Technical Communication
Technical Communication
Close Protection
Close Protection
Veterans’ pensions update online event 19 June 2024
Veterans’ pensions update online event 19 June 2024
NEWS

Following the success of their first update in March the FPS will deliver a second online AFPS update for Veterans at 1230-1315 on Wednesday 19 June via MS Teams

Queen Ethelburga’s
Queen Ethelburga’s
June issue of Quest magazine is out now
June issue of Quest magazine is out now
NEWS

The latest issue of Quest magazine is out now and, as ever, it's packed with information and opportunities across a wide range of careers

John Deere Military Hire Program Insight Day
John Deere Military Hire Program Insight Day
John Deere to open its doors for service leavers to visualise a new career
John Deere to open its doors for service leavers to visualise a new career
NEWS

John Deere has announced a unique open day for those planning to leave the military in search of a new career.

Resettlement Training Courses See all

Electrical Courses Ltd | Engineering - Electrical / Electronic
Electrical Courses Limited is very proud to have the opportunity to offer training courses for military leavers and ex-military servicemen and women. We are ELC registered and our Managing Director and lecturer Neil Phillips served in the army himself, which has given him the advantage of understanding what it is like to leave the military and step into the civilian life. Because of Neil’s past with the armed forces we can give you the best support for when going through such a big change in your life and achieving your goal of becoming a qualified Electrician on civi street.
East of England
Compassa | Health & Safety
Compassa provides the world’s only Online IOSH and NEBOSH (health and safety management) courses making full use of Smart Video Technology. Their courses are fun, effective, and engaging with tons of personality. Designed by health and safety professionals and ex-NEBOSH examiners, their courses can be studied flexibly in your own time, 24/7, from any location with a web connection. The course experience is second-to-none and transforms an online course into something which feels like 1-to-1 tuition.
International, Nationwide
Rivermore Resources Ltd | Close Protection
Rivermore Resources understand the importance of providing our students with the best possible start in Executive Close Protection. Our program is designed to give you the essential skills you need to succeed in this challenging industry from current, experienced CP Instructors. Rivermore Resources are ELCAS accredited.
Greater London
Cycle Systems Ltd | Sports / Fitness & Leisure
Established in 2007 , Cycle Systems is one of the longest standing and leading providers of Pro Level 3 training in bicycle maintenance in the UK.
South West
FutureSmart | Management and Leadership
FutureSmart provides the opportunity to study masters degrees, professional and even training qualifications wrapped around your present life. The way forward has many options but we help make your choice become a reality. We specialise in supporting military personnel to gain key qualifications, to ensure a supported transition into civilian careers.
International, Nationwide

Latest Jobs See all

Regional Technician (South West) | Breakdown ServicesHighway MaintenanceLogistics & Distribution
The RNLI is one of Britain’s best-loved charities. Every day we save lives at sea – and you can be part of our vital mission. Experiencing some of Britain’s most stunning coastlines, you will travel around Somerset, Devon, and Dorset plus opportunities to visit the Channel Isles as you work on the cutting-edge facilities, assets and equipment at our Lifeboat stations and Lifeguard support centres.
RLNI
Physical Security Development Engineer | Engineering - Electrical / ElectronicSecurity
You’re an enthusiastic team player with a passion for computers and electronics. You enjoy developing and building prototypes and creating products using the latest 3D printing technology. And you’re a highly creative self-starter who’s ready to work on your own or alongside other members of a small team. But now you want to do something new. You want to take your career to a different level, and work with an organisation that has real influence around the world.
FCDO SERVICES
Housekeepers/Cleaners (International Summer School) | Schools
We are seeking to appoint a number of International Summer School Housekeepers over a fixed term period - commencing on 5th July 2024 until 23rd August 2024. The job holder is responsible for providing a comprehensive laundry and cleaning service for our International Summer School guests and will be allocated to one of the boarding houses. This role would be particularly suited to students or for those looking for some extra income over the summer.
Bishop’s Stortford College
Teacher of Geography (Part Time) | Schools
We are looking to recruit an excellent classroom practitioner as a part time Teacher of Geography to join our committed team of specialist teachers from September 2024.
Bishop’s Stortford College

University See all

University of Chichester | Accountancy and Book-keeping
The University of Chichester is a respected institution that offers a wide variety of courses. It has been in the Top 40 of UK universities for the past four consecutive years (Guardian University Guide 2024).
South East
Anglia Ruskin University | Health Care and Nursing
If you’re a serving member of the Armed Forces looking to develop your knowledge and skills to enhance your existing role, or you’re planning for life after military service, then ARU can help.
East of England
Aston University | Teaching
WHAT IS THE AUEA TROOPS FOR TEACHERS PROGRAMME? AUEA’s Troops to Teachers is an initiative designed to support service personnel preparing to leave or who have recently left the Armed Forces become University Technical College (UTC) trainers/teachers.
West Midlands
University of Sterling |
The one thing that students talk about the most at the University of Stirling is the sense of community. At Stirling, students from all different backgrounds come together on a beautiful campus and are able to settle in, make new friends and get involved in everything there is to offer.
Scotland
Queen Margaret University |
We are proud to support armed forces veterans and are committed to supporting ex-service members (and their families) who are seeking re-training back in the civilian world.
Scotland