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Friday, 25 July 2025

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment - Child Maintenance Service Enforcement Case Manager, Plymouth

 

The Department of Work and Pensions has 12 new Child Maintenance Service Enforcement Case Manager Executive Officer opportunities in Plymouth. These are now open for applications until 4 Aug 2025.
 
Civil Service Jobs link: Child Maintenance Service - Enforcement Case Manager - Plymouth (Ref: 735) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
 
More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.


Forces Employment Charity: Empowering You employment workshop - 15th to 17th September 2025

 

Empowering You is a hybrid three-day employability and confidence-building workshop in collaboration with Barclays and Forces Employment Charity
 
Event Overview
Days 1 and 3 are virtual. On day 2, delegates will be hosted at three Barclays locations (simultaneously). Day 3 you will meet employers online from across industries who value the skills and qualities that people from the Armed Forces Community bring.
Join us in person at one of the illustrious Barclays locations in London, Knutsford or Glasgow.
The event is for military spouses and partners (all genders), ex-military women and reservists.
 
What can you expect:
Receive a free one-to-one mentoring session with a corporate mentor
  1. Hear directly from employers about pathways for the Armed Forces community and regional job opportunities
  2. Understand the value that your transferrable skills can bring to employers and gain confidence in yourself
  3. Expert sessions delivered by our Families Employment Advisors who are all military spouses or partners with lived experience and who have served too.

 



Dates and times:
This event takes place on the 15th - 17th September 2025.
Virtual event timings (days 1 and 3): 10:00 – 13.00 (duration may vary due to group sizes)
In-person event timings (day 2): 10.00 – 16.00
 
Locations on day 2:
Barclays Radbroke Campus – Knutsford WA16 9EU
Barclays Glasgow Campus – 30 Clyde Place, Glasgow, Glasgow G5 8AQ
Barclays Headquarters – 1 Churchill Pl, London E14 5RB
 
Registration Link and Further Info:
Registration Form
Event Overview

 


Recruit for Spouses: What’s on this Summer?

RFS are offering a number of events programmes and services over the coming months.

All services are free to access for military spouses, partners, veterans, and serving personnel.

Events include:
  • Wellbeing Programme: We are currently accepting registrations for our six-week virtual programme, supported by a psychoeducational therapist. The sessions are designed to reduce isolation and help participants forge meaningful connections.
  • Coaching & Mentoring Programme: We have spaces available in our coaching and mentoring initiative. With a pool of over 80 volunteers from various sectors – including BAE, Virgin, and AMS – we’re ready to match individuals with mentors who can support professional development or help build confidence. Our Coaching and Mentoring Manager, Helen Callis, is available to guide participants every step of the way.
For more information on Recruit for Spouses, please visit: https://www.recruitforspouses.co.uk/

To register and sign up, please go to: RFS Portal









SHAPE: Battle of Britain 85th Anniversary Commemorative Dinner

Come and celebrate the 85th Anniversary of the Battle of Britain at the SHAPE Club, hosted by the UK Combined Mess.


WHEN: Friday 26th September 2025 at 18:30
WHAT: Formal Attire for a distinguished dinner, enlightening speeches, and a period of reflection upon the enduring legacy of the Battle of Britain.
WHO: Open to Everyone 
HOW: Strictly by Sign-Up only. Book your place(s) here: Battle of Britain Commemorative Dinner

Don’t miss out!

Thursday, 24 July 2025

Little Troopers: All together Build-A-Bear workshops on 13th August 2025


All Together this Summer!

Little Troopers has once again partnered with Build-A-Bear Workshop to bring a very special experience to military children across the UK this summer!
  • Is your little trooper missing a deployed parent?
If your child has a parent currently deployed, you can apply to attend one of our exclusive group workshops happening nationwide. Each child will have the magical opportunity to create their very own ‘Little Troopers’ bear at Build-A-Bear — a treasured keepsake to hold close while their parent is away.
  • A Nationwide Shared Moment

On the same day and at the same time, children in multiple Build-A-Bear locations will come together for this special summer event — a moment of connection and comfort for our military families.
  • Event Details:
Date: 13th August 2025
Time: Approximately 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Age Group: Military children aged 4–10 years, each accompanied by one adult
Locations: Windsor, Exeter, Edinburgh, Bournemouth, Basingstoke, Southampton, Maidstone, and Newcastle Build-A-Bear Workshops

Forces Families Jobs: X-Forces Start-up Skills Workshop - online 30th & 31st August 2025

 


X-Forces two-day Business Start-Up Skills course expands on the content from the Self-Employment Discovery workshop.

This course provides members of the military community specific training to enable them to launch and sustain a business. The course is ideal for anyone interested in starting their own business or enterprise and is tailored towards your specific business idea.

Find out more & sign up at:
https://bit.ly/3GLdjTn

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Covenant Fund programme, Hidden Voices, reopens for applications


The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has reopened the Hidden Voices programme for applications. This is the second year of this popular programme with funded projects last year supporting:
veterans in the justice system in
  • LGBT+ veterans
  • victim-survivors of Military Sexual Violence
  • carers in armed forces communities
  • foreign & commonwealth personnel
  • And more…!
The Hidden Voices programme is about ensuring everyone in the armed forces community feels heard and supported – focusing on those who may not always get the support they need.

SHAPE Trips and Tours, Autumn Schedule



Chase away those post-holiday blues with some future planning! SHAPE Trips and Tours have an exciting schedule of day and overnight trips planned and are ready for the taking.




Hounds for Heroes: Supporting the Armed Forces with Life-Changing Assistance Dogs


Hounds for Heroes – Supporting the Armed Forces with Life-Changing Assistance Dogs

Every day, members of the UK Armed Forces and Emergency Services dedicate themselves to protecting others. At Hounds for Heroes, we believe that when illness or injury makes daily life more difficult for those who’ve served, they deserve steadfast support and a highly trained partner to help them on their journey.

We provide specially trained assistance dogs to those who have served in HM Armed Forces, no matter where, when, or for how long. Whether you served for days, weeks, months or years, you may be eligible. We also support those from the Emergency Services, including the Police, Fire, Ambulance, Coastguard and RNLI.

Our dogs are far more than companions. They are working dogs trained to assist with everyday tasks like opening doors, retrieving dropped items and building confidence in public settings. Just as importantly, they offer loyal companionship and emotional reassurance.

Each dog is carefully matched to their Partner based on individual needs, ensuring a truly life-changing relationship that supports both practical challenges and emotional wellbeing.

Who We Help

We welcome applications from anyone who:
  • Is a current or former member of HM Armed Forces or Emergency Services (Police, Fire, Ambulance, Coastguard or RNLI)
  • Is living with a physical disability caused by illness or injury (this does not need to be directly related to your time in service)
We support a wide range of conditions that affect mobility and independence, including:
  • Spinal injuries
  • Limb loss or amputation
  • Stroke recovery
  • Neurological conditions such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis
  • Serious illness or injury with lasting physical impact
We understand that the road to recovery and independence can be tough and the last thing we want is for cost to be a barrier. Where needed, Hounds for Heroes can cover the full working life of an assistance dog, including training, equipment, insurance and ongoing support. Each situation is assessed individually and we aim to remove as many barriers as possible.

If you or someone you support could benefit from an assistance dog, we’d love to hear from you. Welfare officers, medical staff and support teams are encouraged to signpost eligible individuals our way. We're here to help. 

To learn more or to begin an application, visit: www.houndsforheroes.com or get in touch at: clientapplications@houndsforheroes.com.

Together, we can make a difference
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Free August Webinars from Serve and Protect Credit Union




This August, Serve and Protect Credit Union are delivering a range of free educational webinars on the following financial topics:

Thu 7th - Eco-Friendly Ways to Save Money
Thu 14th - Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money
Wed 20th - The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected
Thu 21st - Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score
Thu 28th - Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know

With actionable tips to prepare for financial emergencies, improve your credit score, and budget your money, don't miss out on these free webinars from Serve and Protect!