Ay Nik Book Club next meet up - 30th July 2026

 

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): 8 DWP Administrative Officer positions in Bristol, Camberley, Gloucester, Maidenhead, Staines, and Swindon – closing date 21 Jul

 

The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme (8 vacancies in total):

GFIE-494 – DWP Administrative Officer positions in Bristol, Camberley, Gloucester, Maidenhead, Staines, and Swindon

Job description: [GFIE- 494- Administrative Officer]

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)

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 91 Executive Officer roles across Wales and The Marches – closing date 29 Jul

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 91 Executive Officer (EO) Work Coach vacancies across Wales and The Marches. These may be of interest to Service leavers, veterans and Service community members looking at Civil Service roles.

Civil Service Jobs links with further information on the roles available, and application details:

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach – Wales and the Marches (Ref: 769)

Crime, conspiracy and gripping drama — don’t miss a moment on BFBS TV — 18-24/07/2026 - Week 29

 

Your weekly guide to the must-see TV across all the channels provided by BFBS. Full listings can be found on our website

Movies This Week

From unforgettable romances to laugh-out-loud comedy and monster-sized action, the Summer of Love: Spend Extra-Time Together season comes to a heartwarming close with two beloved favourites.

My Best Friend's Wedding follows a woman determined to win back the man she loves before he marries someone else.

While Vicky Cristina Barcelona explores love, passion and unexpected relationships during a life-changing summer in Spain.

Outside the Summer of Love season, Spaceballs delivers a hilarious sci-fi spoof packed with unforgettable gags.

Dream Horse tells the uplifting true story of an unlikely racehorse and the community that backs it.

What Men Want adds a fresh twist to romantic comedy.

Meanwhile, Godzilla: King of the Monsters and Godzilla vs. Kong unleash epic battles between legendary Titans.

Finally, Child's Play brings chilling horror as a seemingly innocent doll reveals a deadly side.

In short: romance, laughter, inspiration, blockbuster action and spine-tingling scares come together in a week of unforgettable entertainment.

Must-Watch TV Heading Your Way

The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City
Starts Sunday on BFBS Extra

The women of Salt Lake City are back. Jen attempts to reunite the ladies at Coach Shah's 51st birthday party.

The Undeclared War

Starts Tuesday on Channel 4

While GCHQ's Head of Operations deals with the aftermath of a Russian malware attack, a new threat emerges.

The Devil In The Family: The Fall Of Ruby Franke
Starts Thursday on BBC Two

Behind a picture-perfect YouTube family, a far darker reality was unfolding.

The Crow Girl

Starts Monday on Channel 5

DCI Jeanette Kilburn teams up with renowned psychotherapist Dr. Sophia Craven to hunt the killer of young men, uncovering a dark trail of historic abuse and murder. .

Granite Harbour
Starts Friday on BBC One

A missing persons case turns into a double murder and tensions between the Traveller and Aberdonian communities threaten to boil over.

Bergerac
Starts on Friday on BBC Two

Bergerac is a troubled detective in the Channel Islands and must find some focus when a member of one of Jersey's wealthiest families is killed.

What's On-Demand
Catch these before they go!

Clive Myrie's African Adventure

From surfing beaches to vibrant souks, Clive journeys across a rarely seen Africa, discovering rich cultures while tracing his own family roots.

Breeders

Paul and Ally thought the sleepless nights were behind them, but parenting never gets any easier as they navigate the chaos of family life.

Visit our website for details of fixtures coming up on BFBS TV

World Cup Third Place Play-Off and The World Cup Final
Saturday & Sunday - BFBS Sport

Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony
Thursday - BFBS Extra 2/BFBS Sport 2
Catch all the action on BFBS Sport from Friday

The Open - Final Day
Sunday - BFBS Sport

World Matchplay Darts
Starts Saturday on BFBS Extra 2/BFBS Sport 4

Check your TV Guide for other matches

BFBS TV is a bespoke service which offers you the best of UK TV, and more, all in one place.

From the latest movie premieres to premium live sport, major dramas to your favourite soaps and more, we have all the entertainment you will need.

Wherever you are around the world, we'll do our best to get you a great selection of entertainment, accessible in a way that suits you.

Give Us Time: Summer/Autumn update 2026 & last-minute France break

Give Us Time have published their latest welfare update, covering the remainder of the summer and autumn breaks. [Give Us Time update Summer_Autumn 2026]

They also have a last-minute break to France available 22 – 29 August. The gite sleeps up to 4 people, but is not pet friendly unfortunately.

Families will be required to cover the costs of their travel, food, entertainment etc, as well as taking their own bedding for the stay. Full details of the property are in the attached brochure. [Le Goludic Brochure]

As always

- breaks are booked on a first come first served basis

- families must be signed up on the Give Us Time website to make a booking

Find out more at www.giveustime.org.uk

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): DWP Case Worker - Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit, Barnsley. Closing date 31 Jul

The following vacancy is now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:

GFIE-492 DWP Case Worker - Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit - Barnsley

Job description: [GFIE- 492- DWP Case Worker]

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)

 

Building Heroes Programmes - Register Now for Autumn 2026

 

Building Heroes will be welcoming learners back onto our funded training programmes from mid-September, with courses starting again across our national academy network.

Our programmes are designed specifically to support members of the Armed Forces community to gain practical skills, recognised qualifications and valuable insight into construction and built environment careers.

Depending on location and availability, our programmes include:

• Construction Multi Skills
• Green Skills and Retrofit
• Groundworks and Streetworks

We will also be launching new programmes in the new year, including Engineering and Welding.

With some courses already fully booked for the first one or two cohorts of the new academic year, now is the time to register your interest so you do not miss out on your place with Building Heroes.

Our programmes are delivered across a growing number of regions, including:

• Darlington, County Durham
• Reaseheath, Cheshire
• Ibstock, Leicestershire
• Heybridge, Essex
• Wembley, London
• Drayton, Oxfordshire
• Andover, Hampshire
• Salisbury, Wiltshire
• Plymouth, Devon

With academies located across the country, there may be a Building Heroes programme close to where you plan to resettle. This means you can gain training in the region where you hope to live after service, while also meeting employers and industry partners in that local area.

If you are within your final 18 months of service, have already transitioned from the Armed Forces, are a Reservist, or are an immediate family member keen to upskill, our programmes can help you take a positive next step.

Our training provides:

• Valuable knowledge of the construction and built environment sector
• Practical skills and recognised qualifications, which may include a Diploma, Health and Safety Award and CSCS card, depending on the programme
• Funded training to help you build confidence in your capabilities alongside specialist tutors
• Employability support, underpinned by knowledgeable employability and career coaching specialists
• Confidence and insight to support transition into civilian life
• Access to our wider support offer, including guidance, employer engagement and links to our network of industry partners
• A pathway towards meaningful second careers after service

Places are limited and demand is already high for the autumn term, so we encourage you to register your interest as soon as possible.

To find out more and apply, please visit:
www.buildingheroes.org.uk/courses

Defence children Services: Supporting Armed Forces children’s transitions between education systems - Educators’ toolkit

 
This transition resource was developed collaboratively by education practitioners and education policy professionals from across Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and England. This involved officials from Government Departments, local authority officers, schools and Service charities from across the UK. It is designed to complement and strengthen existing practice, helping educators support effective transitions in educational settings.

Service parents with children who are moving schools across devolved nations may wish to highlight this guidance to the education professionals that they are liaising with.

To read the guidance in full online, please go to: Transition

There is also an option to download the whole booklet at this link: https://dcs.school/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/2026051504_BetweenEducationsystems_Transitionstoolkit_FINAL.pdf

Future Forces Days at RAF Halton: 4th and 5th August, for young people aged 10-16 yrs

RAF Halton’s Training Squadron have organised a FREE event on the Tuesday 4th and Wednesday 5th August for young people aged 10-16 yrs. Participants will take part in trade-related activities, games and challenges, giving them an insight into careers in the RAF. It will be a fun and engaging opportunity to meet new friends and an opportunity to try something different.

If anyone would like a space their appropriate parent/guardian should email futureforcesday@gmail.com to register their interest. Please note there are only 80 spaces available, which will be allocated on a first-come first-served basis.

Once a place has been confirmed, a confirmation email will be sent with further information including;The event address
Consent/permission form
A kit list of what to bring
Arrival and collection details

Participants should be available both days and be dropped up and collected each day.

Mission Motorsport July Newsletter

To read this edition of the Mission Motorsport newsletter, please go to: News — MISSION MOTORSPORT

To find out more about Mission Motorsport, please click here: MISSION MOTORSPORT