One of our reps will be there to chat about our programmes and how we can help you thrive.
Don't miss out on this chance to connect and discover new opportunities!
Head over to the portal to sign up https://portal.recruitforspouses.co.uk/users/sign_in
Your top 5 reasons to attend:
For more information and to register, please go to: https://rfea.my.site.com/forcesemployment/s/community-event?id=a48N1000000C66TIAS
Blue Light Card’s Member Days are back and bigger than ever before. Each year, attractions across the UK will close their gates to the public, on selected dates, and open them exclusively for our members. Expect smaller crowds, free parking, selected discounts on food and drink. Our first Member Day at Alton Towers takes place on Friday 7th March so don’ t delay in getting your tickets.
Find out more about Member Days here: Blue Light Card News
NEW!
21 – 28 March
Bird’s Nest, Carrick Shore, SW Scotland – property is for 2 people only Airbnb link
AVAILABLE AGAIN DUE TO CANCELLATION
17 – 21 March
Letham Feus, Fife, Scotland – 2 bed lodge WITH HOT TUB!
https://largoleisure.co.uk/holiday-parks-scotland/letham-feus-park
STILL AVAILABLE – ALL SLEEP UP TO 6 PEOPLE
17 – 21 March
Braidhaugh, C Scotland
https://largoleisure.co.uk/holiday-parks-scotland/braidhaugh-holiday-park
24 – 28 March
Seawick, Essex
https://www.parkholidays.com/our-parks/essex/seawick/caravan-holidays
31 March – 4 April
Broadland Sands, Suffolk
https://www.parkholidays.com/our-parks/suffolk/broadland-sands/caravan-holidays
Sand Le Mere, East Yorkshire
https://www.parkholidays.com/our-parks/yorkshire/sand-le-mere/caravan-holidays
As always
Our breaks are accommodation only, we cannot cover the costs of food, entertainment, travel etc
Breaks are booked on a first come first served basis
All the breaks – except Bird’s Nest – are live on the website – the link to create an account/log in is here https://bookings.giveustime.org.uk/login
FAQs including criteria are here https://giveustime.org.uk/what-we-do/faqs/
The Families Hub is for all Armed Forces (Regular and Reserve) families and personnel – from the moment of entering the Forces, through to leaving.
Visit the Families Hub today and explore a range of topics, including partner support, housing, health and wellbeing, childcare and finance.
Families Hub – empowering you to make informed choices about Service life
Armed Forces families are at the heart of the Defence community and play a crucial role in making sure that Defence is secure at home and strong abroad. Being in the Armed Forces community can be highly rewarding, but it can come with challenges, particularly in times of deployment and separation.
The Hub will direct you to a breadth of family friendly Defence policies and organisations that provide support, to help you face the unique demands of Service life.
See what help is available:
To sign up, please go to https://work.headspace.com/britisharmy/member-enroll
Please use your @mod.gov.uk, @armymail.gov.uk or @csmail.mod.uk email address to verify your account when prompted.
You can watch the Dandelions music video, a song written by the Armed Forces Children's Choir for Month of the Military Child, on YouTube: Dandelions Music Video
The free, 4 session course as been developed by practitioners who are military partners themselves, and is for anyone who is in a relationship with a serving member of the armed forces.
For more information and to book your place click on the link:
Are you navigating the complexities of life in the UK? Let us help you thrive! Join the exclusive workshop hosted by the Army Families Federation (AFF) and Recruit for Spouses (RFS), tailored specifically for Foreign & Commonwealth military spouses.
Date: 4th March 1930 – 2030 Location: Virtual
What’s in Store?
- Visa & Immigration Insights: Get crucial guidance from AFF on securing your family's legal residency and work eligibility in the UK.
- Career Advancement Tools: Discover RFS Career Academy’s unique programme, designed to help you recognise qualifications, develop your career path, and expand your professional network.
- Q&A session with AFF’s qualified immigration advisor
Register now! https://portal.recruitforspouses.co.uk/users/sign_in
This is more than a workshop - it's a lifeline to comprehensive support specially designed for Foreign & Commonwealth military families, covering everything from legal advice to career progression.
Connect with experts, access essential resources, and meet fellow spouses in similar situations. Take a giant leap toward personal growth and financial stability in the UK. Step into your power and pave the way for success! Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your life and career in the UK.
Please click the link to read this edition online: https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/66eabc22ba4b4b3f9450167f/Service_Leavers_Guide_Sep_24.pdf
Tackling damp and mould in SFA remains a top priority for DIO and our suppliers. Over 9,000 homes have already benefited from the delivery of damp and mould works since the taskforce stood up in 2023. In response to the works delivered, reoccurrence of damp and mould has been addressed in circa 85% of cases.
It is important that you report all cases of damp and mould and to let us know of any reoccurrence of the issue so that we can continue to tackle this. Please also see our guide for families that outlines helpful tips to prevent damp and mould developing in your homes.
We are aware of a recent IT issue which may have affected your ability to log damp and mould issues using the online repairs form on Pinnacle’s website. This has now been resolved; however, if you have used the online form to log an issue and have not yet received a follow up call, please call Pinnacle on 0800 031 8628, selecting option 1.
Any issues of damp and mould can also be reported by calling Pinnacle on 0800 031 8628 or emailing repairs@pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk
Click the link below or scan the QR code to sign up for a roadshow:
Sign up to a DIO Service Family Accommodation Roadshow in 2025
GFIE- 419 Carers Allowance Administrative Officer
Two vacancies – Wrexham
Job Description Click to open
Read about a day in the life of a Carers Allowance Administrative Officer
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)
GFIE- 416 – HMRC Criminal Investigator Officer
Multiple vacancies – UK wide
Job Description Click to open
Closing date: 4 Apr 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)
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has announced a new round of funding under the Reducing Veteran Homelessness (RVH) Programme in a bid to deliver further sustainable, supported housing options for veterans in need.
The Trust is delivering this important programme on behalf of the Office of Veterans’ Affairs (OVA) in support of the government’s ambition to end veteran homelessness and ensure veterans have access to the support they need, including housing.
Current findings from the RVH programme
Following on from the initial awards made in July 2023, the Trust commissioned Alma Economics to consult with key stakeholders in the housing sector, including those awarded funds in the first round. Key recommendations from this consultation include:
Both the RVH interim programme evaluation report and the summary of consultation findings are available to read on the Trust’s website.
Further funding available
Under this new round of the RVH programme, charities, local authorities and registered social housing providers can apply for up to £300,000 towards a project delivered for up to nine months.
There is also an opportunity for organisations to apply for an enhanced award of up to a further £200,000 where that work will fill a significant level of unmet need.
What applicants will need to show
Projects should improve the capacity of services in supported housing to better help veterans with a range of different needs. Full details of the programme priorities are mapped out in a Programme Guidance document available on the Trust’s website.
Op Fortitude
Funded projects will need to work with Op Fortitude, a UK wide referral pathway supporting homeless veterans or veterans at risk of homelessness, into housing.
Find out more
Want to know more about applying to the RVH programme? Full details are available at: www.covenantfund.org.uk
Application deadline is noon, 31 March 2025.
| Are you looking to enhance or gain experience in both Customer Service and Administration? Do you enjoy helping others? The roles would suit individuals who possess: exceptional organisational abilities, excellent communication skills, a strong aptitude for teamwork, the capability to manage their own workload, self-motivation and the ability to take ownership of tasks, and a proficiency in delivering excellent customer service. Full details can be found in the job description (including all key details - salary, location etc). Click here to see the job description Please send any applications to us by 6th March 2025. If you have an interested candidate but may miss the deadline for completed applications, please do let us know as soon as possible. How to apply? If you have any suitable and interested candidates in mind, please follow the steps below:- 1. Have a look over the job description, and share with anyone you think would be interested and suitable 2. Ask the candidate to complete the EOI form Open the form here , and Guidance on EoI form completion and also provide a copy of their CV 3. Send the completed forms to gfie@cabinetoffice.gov.uk - we'll confirm receipt and ensure that the candidate is logged for this vacancy |
Citizens Advice Bureau Gibraltar have developed a ''Youth Volunteer Programme'' for young people aged 16 - 24. They are looking for young people who are able to work some hours a week as a volunteer. It can be part of a gap-year plan, to gain work experience, or to try something new.
Whether you are studying or looking for work, volunteering at the CAB will help you to gain essential, practical experience that will boost your future prospects. You will be given hands-on training for work such as bureau advisors, reception and administration, social policy work, IT support and development, marketing and promotion, and customer care.
Contact Citizens Advice Bureau Gibraltar for more information: 00350 200 40006 info@cab.gi
Places are limited and will go fast so to find out more or book your place email: events@tomharrisonhouse.org.uk
Funded by Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust
Two vacancies – HMRC, Liverpool and Preston
Job Description Click to view
Closing date: 21 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)
