Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Bulk Recruitment in Kent

As the UKs largest public service department, DWP are responsible for welfare, pensions and child maintenance policy, transacting around £212 billion in payments each year, operating out of more than 800 locations with over 90,000 employees.

Recruitment is now taking place for the following from 27/06/24 to 11/07/24.

Location: Kent Role: Work Coach Number of roles: 40

More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process please see their EO Microsite along with the links to apply on the vacancies information tab.

Alternatively you can view the advert on the Civil Service Jobs website: Universal Credit Job centre Work Coach (Executive Officer) - Kent (Ref: 695) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK (candidates will be directed to the microsite to apply).

Family Action Job Vacancy: Business Support Officer - UK Home Based

The charity Family Action are looking for an admin 'whizz' and someone who loves helping others be organised. The Business Support Officer will support four Deputy Directors – full time hours, home based with travel to Family Action London Head Office and our other regions when needed. To read more & apply –

Business Support Officer (Executive Group) - UK Homebased with Travel - Family Action (family-action.org.uk)

Career Pursuit CIC Launches 'Your Future' Magazine: Career Support for Young People in Military Families

 Career Pursuit CIC (Community Interest Company) Launches Your Future Magazine: Career Support for Young People in Military Families 

Career Pursuit CIC, a social enterprise dedicated to empowering Armed Forces families to build a fulfilling career around military life, announced the launch of Your Future on 24th June 2024. This new publication is a groundbreaking online magazine specifically designed to support 16–24-year-olds in military families as they embark on their first job or business venture. 

 

Understanding the Unique Challenges 

Military life is an extraordinary experience, but the constant relocations, deployments, and sense of adventure can make navigating career options a challenge. Your Future recognises these unique circumstances and offers the tools and resources young people need to thrive.  

  

Helen Massy, founder, CEO, and editor-in-chief of Career Pursuit and Your Future, stated, “We at Career Pursuit CIC understand the immense challenges young people in military families face as they begin their careers or businesses. That’s why we’re thrilled to launch Your Future – a magazine dedicated to empowering this underserved community. By highlighting free resources and showcasing inspiring stories, we aim to equip them with the tools and confidence to chart a bright future.” 

 

Statistics Highlight the Need 

Recent reports from the Service Children’s Progression Alliance state: 

• Frequent moves throughout an Armed Forces young person’s journey in education may result in disrupted learning, a higher likelihood of unidentified or unmet needs, and struggles regarding their ability to build and sustain long-standing relationships. 

• Nearly half (42%) of parents report that mobility has had an adverse effect on their child’s education, with the other half (47%) reporting that there were mixed effects (National Audit Office, 2013). 

• In a 2016 report by McCullouch and Hall, it was estimated that Service children were progressing to higher education at a significantly lower rate than non-Service children. The participation rate for Service children was estimated to be 24% for those aged 18–30 as opposed to 43% for those from non-Service backgrounds. 

• Service children have higher rates of family mobility than non-Service children, which can lead to a fall in attainment of at least 15% at GCSE. 

Despite these challenges, young people in military families are known for their resilience and adaptability. Your Future aims to empower them with the knowledge and resources to pursue their dreams, whether that’s landing their ideal job or launching their own business. 

Defence Medical Rehabilitation Centre (DMRC) resources signposting guide, 2024 edition

From DMRC and the ADVANCE (Armed Services ​​Trauma Rehabilitation Outcome) Study this is a list of charities and services which you, your family and friends may find useful. It is divided into sections for your ease of reference. The Contents Page will help you to find the sections relevant to your query/search and provides the relevant page number(s). The first section in the booklet lists key charities/organisations that can direct you to the relevant charity/service if you are unsure which charity/service may be the best for your needs/query. The subsequent sections are listed in alphabetical order. The index at the end of this booklet lists charities and services in alphabetical order together with their page number(s).​

https://www.advancestudydmrc.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Advance-SignpostingBooklet-June2024_website.pdf​

Domestic Abuse - Help is at hand

You're not alone - it's Euro 24... the charity Women's Aid has advised that domestic abuse can rise by as much as 38% after big games. Please help to spread the information in this poster because it may be really valuable to someone you know.

NHS Step Into Health recruitment webinar - Tue 25 Jun

NHS Ambulance Trusts supporting the Armed Forces Community – Recruitment Webinar

As part of Armed Forces Week, NHS Ambulance Trusts across the UK, Step Into Health and the Career Transition Partnership are bringing a Recruitment Webinar to our Armed Forces communities.

The webinar will share valuable insights into career opportunities within the NHS Ambulance Service; provide insights into the unique skills and experience valued within the ambulance service, showcase the diverse range of roles available, from paramedics to support staff; and offer guidance on transitioning from a military to a civilian healthcare career path.

If you are part of the Armed Forces community and would like to know more about a career within the Ambulance Service, please join us on:

Tuesday 25th June 2024, 10:00 - 11:30

To book your place register via: https://www.militarystepintohealth.nhs.uk/ambulanceserviceswebinar/

Are you in the Armed Forces Community and interested in Allied Health Professions - could this be a career path for you?

The Allied Health Professionals (AHP) mixed reality work experience program for the Armed Forces community will cover all 14 AHP professions over a one year period - it started with Occupational Therapy on 17th April.

We are partnering with higher education institutes based around England and specifically near to military establishments. The idea is to attract Armed Forces leavers, Veterans and Armed forces families into AHP careers with their aligned values and the transferable skill elements.

Interested people will attend monthly webinars to receive some online content.

There will then be a live stream from the profession in focus from Guys and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust using a head mounted lens (camera) of the AHP treating and going about their day (with all consent and permissions in place ahead of filming)

And will be followed by a live Q and A, and session with some people who have transitioned from the Armed Forces into the given profession and with the relevant professional body.

If you are interested, please register now! To do so, email: armedforces@gstt.nhs.uk

See the Fact Sheet for links to lots of information that is already available about AHPs for the Armed Forces community.

The next webinars coming up are for Diagnostic Radiography on 2nd July, and Therapeutic Radiography on 3rd July.

Forces Employment Charity: Pathways into Tech on 11th Sept, in London or online

Fancy exploring a career in tech? Register now to join the Forces Employment Charity at their next key event, Pathways into Tech on 11 September – either in person at the Google Academy, London or virtually through live-stream! 👉 https://loom.ly/8SXmfkk

It’s completely free and we particularly welcome family members!

Further details: Overview (site.com)

Dhekelia: Afternoon Tea at the beach

 

Domestic Abuse - Help is at hand

Guides for those bereaved by suicide in the Armed Forces community

 

Suicide Bereavement UK have developed a series of At Your Side guides for those bereaved by suicide in the Armed Forces community.

Three guides have been written by the bereaved for the bereaved:


At Your Side guide for Veterans
At Your Side guide for families
At Your Side guide for Serving Personnel




Both the veteran and family guide were launched on the 17th April 2024. The Serving Personnel guide will be launched at the Suicide Bereavement UK Conference on 26 Sep 2024.




To view or download the guides, please visit: https://suicidebereavementuk.com/armedforces/​​​

Service Family Accommodation (SFA) Communications Update