Quest Magazine

Independent resettlement & recruitment guide for Armed Forces & Veterans

Smart Meter Installation
Smart Meter Installation
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Cyber Skills
Cyber Skills
Construction
Construction
New funding awarded to examine effect of trauma on ageing in ex-Service personnel
New funding awarded to examine effect of trauma on ageing in ex-Service personnel
NEWS

Forces in Mind Trust (FiMT) has awarded £298,000 to the University of Birmingham to carry out a research project to investigate how trauma – both physical and psychological – can result in accelerated ageing amongst ex-Service personnel

August issue of Quest magazine is out now
August 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

Certificate In Executive Coaching
Certificate In Executive Coaching
Your Gas Training and Career made simple
Your Gas Training and Career made simple
A new era for veterans’ services in Northern Ireland
A new era for veterans’ services in Northern Ireland
NEWS

As of April 2023, the veterans welfare service for Northern Ireland has expanded its offerings to all veterans, regardless of their service background.

12,000th organisation signs the Armed Forces covenant
12,000th organisation signs the Armed Forces covenant
NEWS

Northumberland Community Bank (NCB) became the 12,000th organisation to sign the Armed Forces covenant

Ascent Flight Training
Ascent Flight Training
Elementary Flying Training (EFT) QFI
Elementary Flying Training (EFT) QFI
Heropreneurs to join forces with the Forces Employment Charity
Heropreneurs to join forces with the Forces Employment Charity
NEWS

The Forces Employment Charity and Heropreneurs are to join forces, further bolstering the support available to the military community to help them achieve career success.

Armed Forces awarded largest pay increase in decades
Armed Forces awarded largest pay increase in decades
NEWS

The government will “renew the nation’s contract with those who serve”, as it confirms that Armed Forces personnel will receive a 6% pay rise – the largest in 22 years

Transitioning into Pastoral Coordinator : Andy Abdy’s story
Transitioning into Pastoral Coordinator : Andy Abdy’s story
CASE STUDY
After dedicating 26 years of his life to the Royal Engineers, Danny has successfully transitioned into a civilian role that allows him to continue making a positive impact on others' lives.
New awards provide educational support for Service children
New awards provide educational support for Service children

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has announced 21 new awards in the latest round of the Service Pupil Support Programme worth £1.3 million

Pathways into Tech event
Pathways into Tech event
Pathways into Tech event 11 Sept 2024
Pathways into Tech event 11 Sept 2024
NEWS

Forces Employment Charity to host Pathways into Tech event for ex-Forces keen to explore a tech career

Improving outcomes for bereaved military children
Improving outcomes for bereaved military children

Scotty’s Little Soldiers and Child Bereavement UK have established a new partnership to ensure that children and young people can access the support they need after the devastation of the death of a parent

Level 3 First Response Emergency Care
Level 3 First Response Emergency Care

Resettlement Training Courses See all

QA | Cyber Security
We only work with leading instructors who are not only subject matter experts, but also understand the importance of learner engagement, offering fun ways to learns. We have 28 FTE Project Management Trainers alone with an average tenure of 10years training experience .
Nationwide, London
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
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
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 five consecutive years, and in the most recent league table was ranked 26th out of 122 UK universities (Guardian University Guide 2025).
South East

Latest Jobs See all

Defence Digital Cyber Security Analyst | Computing & ITCyber SecurityCyber SkillsDigital InfrastructureSecurity
Defence Digital ensures our Armed Forces remain among the most technologically advanced in the world. We do this by putting innovative and effective technology into the hands of over 200,000 users, from the boardroom to the front line. We lead on cutting-edge data science, automation, and cyber security at scale. Our mission goes beyond the battlefield by leading humanitarian efforts and driving digital innovation that impacts lives across the globe. Defence Digital forms part of Strategic Command which manages the MOD’s joint capabilities for the Army, RAF, and Royal Navy.
Ministry of Defence
Horologist | Horology
Ramco UK Limited has been helping organisations sell their surplus assets since 1996. We work with the Ministry of Defence in the sale and marketing of equipment they no longer need and they trust us to help them maximise the value. As a result of a recent declaration, we are looking for a horologist who can assist in diagnosing faults, conducting repairs and restore ex-military watches. We would ideally be looking to find someone who had an existing small workshop set-up including tooling.
Ramco Limited
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
Elementary Flying Training (EFT) QFI | Airport Roles and Ground CrewAviation SecurityFlight
Ascent has been a trusted provider of innovative training systems since 2008. We design, develop and deliver world-class, bespoke training for the armed services, through the UK Military Flight Training Services (UKMFTS).
Ascent Flight Training
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

University See all

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
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
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 five consecutive years, and in the most recent league table was ranked 26th out of 122 UK universities (Guardian University Guide 2025).
South East
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
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