England: National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) 16-week paid childcare employment programme

 

National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) have received funding from The Utley Foundation to deliver a 16-week paid childcare employment programme, to support Veterans and/or partners of Veterans who are interested in pursuing a career in childcare. We are looking for 10 participants, to start the programme on 1st December.

There will be an initial 4-week training period, followed by 12-weeks placement at a childcare setting

• Participants will be employed by NDNA as Trainee Nursery Assistants
• Participants will be paid NLW to work 15hrs per week, for the full 16-weeks of the project
• The programme is delivered remotely, so participants can be located anywhere in England
• Ongoing mentor support is provided by the project team throughout the programme.

For further information contact: claudia.wood@ndna.org.uk

X-Forces Enterprise: Business Start-Up Drop-In Sessions

To find out more about the support available through X-Forces Enterprise, please go to: https://x-forces.com/

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 116 Executive Officer Case Manager roles across Wales and the West Midlands – closing date 20 Oct

 

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 116 Case Manager roles across Wales and the West Midlands. The roles are within Disability Services - Disability Living Allowance as EO Case Managers.

DWP welcome applications from veterans, reservists, their family members and currently serving personnel looking to transition into civilian life..

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

Disability Services - Disability Living Allowance EO Case Manager (Ref: 781)

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) scheme: DHSC Response Support Officer, London - Closing Date: 30 October 2026

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

GFIE- 513 - Response Support Officer, Emergency Preparedness & Health Protection - London

Closing Date: 30 October 2026

Job description: [GFIE- 513- Response Support Officer, Emergency Preparedness & Health Protection - London]

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)

SBAA Employment Policy Guidance - Remote Working

 

New Employment Policy Guidance for UK Family Members

The Sovereign Base Area Administration Employment Guidance for UK Family Members has been published, providing important information for UK Family Members (UKFMs) who wish to undertake remote employment while living in the Sovereign Base Areas (SBAs).

The guidance confirms that UKFMs who hold a valid SBA Status Card and are lawfully resident in the SBAs may undertake remote work for a UK-based employer while residing in the SBAs. It also clarifies that employment does not affect or extend an individual's Treaty-based status, which remains linked to the sponsoring person's assignment.

The policy applies only to UK Family Members working as employees and does not cover self-employed individuals, freelancers, consultants, contractors, or those operating through their own company.

The document also highlights that UKFMs and employers remain responsible for understanding and meeting any tax, social security, immigration, payroll, or registration requirements that may apply. The SBAA does not provide legal, tax, or immigration advice relating to UK or Republic of Cyprus legislation.

A helpful FAQ section addresses common questions regarding remote working, tax obligations, employer responsibilities, and SBA Status requirements. Individuals who have questions regarding SBA tax obligations are encouraged to contact the Fiscal Office for further information.

For full details, please read the complete Employment Policy Guidance for UK Family Members SBAA Employment Policy Guidance

Civvy Street Oct/Nov Magazine is Out Now

 

To read the latest issue please go to this link: Civvy Street

Forces Employment Charity webinars: Pathways into Health and Social Care Careers for the Armed Forces Community – 20 to 22 Oct

 

Why attend? 

This series will help you understand where your skills, experience and ambitions could take you next. Whether you are preparing for your first civilian role, changing career direction or supporting a family member, each session offers practical insight into entry routes, employer expectations and meaningful career options across the sector. 

 

Event schedule 

• Tuesday 20 October 2026: Pathways into the NHS, 12:00 – 13:15

This session introduces the breadth of NHS career opportunities, with a focus on accessible entry routes and roles beyond clinical pathways.

• Wednesday 21 October 2026: Pathways into Social Care, 12:00 – 13:15

This session highlights career opportunities in social care, including accessible entry routes and roles beyond clinical pathways.

• Thursday 22 October 2026: Pathways into Pharma and Healthcare Support, 12:00 – 13:15

 

To find out more please go to:  Free health and social care careers webinars for military community

 

 

October Quest Magazine is Out Now

 

To read the Ocober issue (or any back issues) please go to this link: https://www.questonline.co.uk/magazine-archive

 

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) scheme: HM Prison & Probation Service (HMPPS), Leyland - Closing Date 27 October 2026

The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme (2 vacancies in total):

GFIE 509 - Specialist Prison Industries (SPI) : Engineering Machining – Leyland  (HMP Wymott)

 

Closing Date: 27th October 2026

 

What You’ll Be Doing

Teaching & Supervising: Teach, instruct, and supervise prisoners in an engineering machining workshop to help them attain nationally recognised qualifications and improve their employment prospects upon release.

Workshop Management: Set work schedules, manage production targets and quality standards, log attendance, approve wages/hours, and maintain machinery and tool checks.

Safety & Security: Maintain security and discipline, conduct metal detector scans or rub-down searches, complete safety/incident reports (such as ACCT, VRIR, and SIRs), and enforce health and safety standards (including COSHH).

Prisoner Development: Induct prisoners, tailor training to individual needs, and contribute to progress reports, parole, and sentence planning.

 

Job description: [click here]

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)

 

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) scheme: DWP Learning Planner Officer, Sheffield - Closing Date: 25 October 2026

The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme (2 vacancies in total):

GFIE-500 – DWP Learning Planner Officer - Sheffield

 

Closing Date: 25 October 2026

 

Job description: [click here]

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)

Easy Resettlement Magazine: Autumn edition out now

 

Have you read the Autumn issue of Easy Resettlement magazine yet?

 

In this issue there is information about employment events for service leavers, enabling you to meet future employers and network with companies and fellow service leavers.

ER mag also features the 162 winners of the MODs Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Awards and as always, you can find information from CTP and about ELCAS entitlements.

 

Please visit the Easy Resettlement website to read this issue online and download it for free: www.easyresettlement.com/magazine 

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 151 Executive Officer roles across Scotland and NE England – closing date 07 Oct

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 151 Executive Officer (EO) roles across Scotland and North East England. The roles are EO Work Coach in Universal Credit and Job Centre service.

DWP welcome applications from veterans, reservists, their family members and currently serving personnel looking to transition into civilian life.

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

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Northeast England (Ref: 780) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Northeast Scotland (Ref: 779) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - East and Central Scotland (Ref: 778) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - South West Scotland (Ref: 777) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

The closing date is 07 Oct.

Recruit for Spouses: Upcoming events, programmes and upskilling opportunities for military families

The latest Recruit for Spouses update includes:

• The RFS Coaching and Mentoring Programme - participant feedback
• RFS on BFBS radio!
• Op SPOUSE: have your say
• Upcoming events and webinars

To view the update in full, please go to this link: Upcoming events, programmes and upskilling opportunities for military families

Career Transition Partnership: Upcoming Employment Fairs – Bournemouth on 24 Sept and Belfast on 14 Oct

 

CTP Employment Fairs are open to Service leavers, Veterans, Reservists, partners and spouses.

Service leavers, recent veterans and Reservists: To find out more and to reserve a place, please visit: https://www.modctp.co.uk/home/list-events

Veterans who discharged more than 2 years ago and family members: Register via email to CTP.events@reed.com

Alternatively register via the Forces Employment Charity (FEC): Link and click 'REGISTER' from the menu.

Remaining 2026 CTP Employment Fair dates are:

Cardiff - 5 Nov
Telford - 19 Nov

Recruit for Spouses: October Events and Employment opportunities for military families

 

Link to RFS: www.recruitforspouses.co.uk

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 234 Executive Officer roles across North West England and Wales – closing date 01 Oct

 

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 234 Executive Officer (EO) roles across North West England and Wales. The role is EO Case Managers/ Decision Makers in Disability Services and Dispute Resolution Services.

These vacancies 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:

Disability Services - Case Manager / Dispute Resolution Services - Decision Maker - EO National (Ref: 776) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

The closing date is 01 Oct.

Forces Employment Charity: Two-day online accelerator workshop – 6-7 Oct

 

Ready to take the next step in your career? 

Empowering You Virtual is a super practical, free two-day online workshop, supported by Barclays, designed to help you build confidence, recognise your strengths and connect well with employers who understand military life. 

Join the Forces Employment Charity on 6–7 October 2026 and leave with practical tools, fresh insight and clear next steps.

Register today: https://rfea.my.site.com/forcesemployment/s/community-event?id=a48N1000000RYaHIAW

Open to military spouses/partners – even if based overseas, young people from 18-24 yrs, female veterans or reservists.

Ay Nik - Contact House Cleaner Vacancy

 
Cleaning Job Vacancy

Do you enjoy cleaning? 

We are currently looking for an extra Cleaner to join the Housing team. 

Want to earn some money with a side hustle?

You would be helping clean our four contact houses and ensuring that the houses are up to a high standard for visiting family and friends. We are looking for someone with an eye for detail and positive and flexible attitude.

You will be required to do:

• Clean the contact houses between 1000-1600. (A clean normally takes 3 hours so there is flexibility during this time frame)

• Carry out deep cleans to the properties every 3 months

• Some weekends when required

• Same day cleaning when required

• Carry out laundry washing and ironing

All applicants will be self-employed and will be required to have a business license before starting.

Please come into Ay Nik Housing for more details.

ESBA Home Start Job Opportunity - closing date 20th September 2026

 

Come and join the amazing team at Home-Start ESBA, please follow the link for the Job description, further information and how to apply.

https://www.sbaadministration.org/.../20260907-HR-26-139...

Recruit for Spouses: Jobs for spouses, partners & veterans at Serco

 

This update covers the latest in Service community recruitment opportunities across healthcare, corporate ops, leisure & hospitality, and more.

To view this newsletter, which provides further information on all of the above, please go to: NEW - Jobs for spouses, partners & veterans at Serco