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Tuesday, 23 June 2026

DHK - NPLQ - 6th - 12th July 2026



Lifeguard course Dhekelia Swimming Pool

Dhekelia station pool is doing a Lifeguard course to get more lifeguards for the station swimming pool.

Lifeguard Course Prerequisites

Every candidate attending a NPLQ course must be 16 years old or above at the time of taking the NPLQ final assessment and be able to:

  • Jump/dive into deep water
  • Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
  • Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back
  • In deep water, tread water for 30 seconds
  • Surface dive to the floor of the pool
  • Climb out unaided without a ladder/steps and where the pool design permits


If you are interested please email: Andreas.parpottas100@mod.gov.uk 

Adoption Support Network Family Event - 12th July 2026


 Email for more details: contactuscyprus@forcessocialwork.com 

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 321 DWP Executive Officer roles in London and East England – closing date 7 Jul

 


Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have 321 Executive Officer (EO) Work Coach vacancies across London and East England. These may be of interest to Service leavers, veterans and Service community members looking at Civil Service roles.

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

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - London And East England (Ref: 766) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

The vacancies close on 07/07/2026.

Easy Resettlement Magazine - Summer Issue Out Now


To read this issue and also back issues online, please go to: https://www.easyresettlement.com/magazine/backissues/

Please note that the Spring issue of Easy Resettlement has a 2-page article (see pages 10 and 11) on the support available from HIVE and RN Family & People Support.

ESBA - BFC Youth Services Summer Program - registration closes 3rd July 2026



 Make sure to register for all activities!

 BF Youth Service has multiple opportunities for young people for the first 4 weeks of summer!

Please complete the registration for each child, you only have to complete the form once so just tick all the activities they wish to attend!

After the closing date (3rd July) we will be in touch for consent forms, confirmation of space and time for payment (6th July).

Link if you don't have QR.
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx...

QBS PTFA Colour Run - 16th July 2026



QBS PTFA presents the 2026 Kids Colour Run!

Get ready for a day full of colour, fun, and laughter at our QBS Colour Run 2026!


Location: QBS at 0900


Watch the vibrant event where kids can run, play, and get covered from head to toe in bright colours!


What to expect:
Colour stations along the route
A fun, lively atmosphere
A great activity for all ages
Top tip: Wear something you don’t mind getting messy – the more colour, the better!
Don’t have a white t-shirt? No problem! The HIVE has a collection available for you to pick up.

Come along and join the fun – we can’t wait to see you there!

Want to help out contact Simon on QBSPTFA@gmail.com 

Ay Nik HIVE Uniform Swap


Did you know the Ay Nik HIVE has a dedicated Uniform Swap section for QBS and KRS families?

The community is welcome to swap, donate, or pick up gently‑used (and sometimes brand‑new) uniform items.

It’s a simple way to:
  • Save money - no need to buy new pieces every time kids grow
  • Reduce waste - give uniforms a second life
  • Support each other - help families who need items quickly or unexpectedly

What do we have?

There is a wide selection of QBS and KRS uniform items, including:
  • Shirts & polos
  • Shorts, trousers & skirts
  • Jumpers & cardigans
  • Sports kit
(Availability varies depending on donations.)

How do you take part?

  • Swap items that no longer fit
  • Donate clean, good‑condition pieces that you no longer require
  • Pick up what your child needs - no cost*, no questions


*If you can, please make a small donation to SSAFA or Home Start. All cash raised will go back into the Ay Nik community.

Mercury Cinema require new OIC


 

Mercury Cinema Listings - July 2026


Please check BFBS cinema website for more information.

Listings are correct at time of posting.

Note - Private screenings are part of the BFC Youth Services summer program.

Ay Nik - Summer Reading Challenge - Starts 1st July 2026


 Sign up for the challenge at the Ak Nik Library