Generic and local information for the UK Military community in Brunssum including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
This is best viewed through a personal device because the MODnet firewall may prevent access to some links.
Friday 17 May 2024
NHS Scotland Armed Forces Talent Programme
We work across all 22 health boards in Scotland and aim to increase the awareness of the employment opportunities within NHS Scotland and the pathways into them. Also to support our recruiting managers to better understand the knowledge, skills and experience the Armed Forces Community can bring to our workforce.
If you have never thought of roles within NHS Scotland, why not join our Monthly Online Webinar; an informative overview to answer the “what” questions – Pay, locations, roles, training required, routes in etc.
The next webinar is on Tuesday 4th June at 14.30 you can register for this or other webinar's by scanning the QR code or here.
For more information visit the AFTP Webpage
Veterans' Capital Housing Fund - Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust
Part of the Veterans’ Capital Housing Fund, this programme awards grants of up to £75K towards projects that assist in the refurbishment or extension of accommodation for Veterans with a housing need.
Full details are available here https://covenantfund.org.uk/.../refurbishment-grants.../
BFBS Radio Needs You!
Voting closes on Sunday 19th May.
For more information and how to vote, visit:
https://www.bfbs.com/your-forces-anthems
Thursday 16 May 2024
Easy Resettlement Magazine - Spring Issue
Have you read the Spring issue of Easy Resettlement yet? Easy Resettlement is a quarterly magazine that assists Service leavers with their resettlement process.
We work with numerous employers (many of whom have pledged their support through the Armed Forces Covenant) as well as training providers, armed forces charities and organisations such as the CTP and ELCAS about your entitlements, all of which will assist you in moving through your resettlement process.
You can read the Spring issue as well as back issues and to make sure you never miss a copy you can subscribe for free.
Fair Culinair, Puth, 2nd June
International GT Open, Belgium, 25th/26th May
Easy Resettlement Magazine - Spring issue
We work with numerous employers (many of whom have pledged their support through the Armed Forces Covenant) as well as training providers, armed forces charities and organisations such as the CTP and ELCAS about your entitlements, all of which will assist you in moving through your resettlement process.
You can read the Spring issue as well as back issues and to make sure you never miss a copy you can subscribe for free.
Magazine | Easy Resettlement Magazine
Cadets: Sign Up for Defence Discount Service Savings!
Tell your friends too!
Just follow these simple steps on our website or app to sign up:
. Click register on our home page
. Select 'Cadet Forces'
. Fill in your details, including the name of your cadet unit
. Hit register
Sign up and save today!
https://www.defencediscountservice.co.uk/
Tell us how Wraparound Childcare has impacted your family
How has Wraparound Childcare (WAC) impacted your family? If you are claiming, or have previously claimed WAC since it launched in September 2022, we want to hear from you.
Defence is evaluating the impact of the WAC scheme on serving families, since the scheme was launched.
Your responses will help inform future policy, tell us what impact it has had on your lives as Serving families and be used to determine the effectiveness of the scheme.
Who can complete the survey?
Any Serving families that are claiming, or have claimed WAC, since it was launched.
Serving personnel or their partners can respond using a token/access code, which is the Service number of the Serving person. This is for security and to control access.
All responses will remain anonymous, and responses will not be linked to Service numbers in any way.
If you would be interested in taking part in focus groups to delve deeper into the effectiveness of the scheme, please indicate this at the end of the survey or email the Analytical Evaluation team.
Complete the survey now
Wednesday 15 May 2024
Job Vacancy - DIO Helpdesk Administrator
Tuesday 14 May 2024
Outdoor Swimming in Gangelt
For more information and online booking, click here
Job Vacancy - BFPO Logistics Clerk
Both British Forces Post Office (BFPO) Logistics Clerk positions within the UK National Support Element (UKNSE) Brunssum will become vacant this summer. The positions are part-time Category S3 of 20 hours per week and the starting rate of pay is € 891.73 gross per month, going up to a maximum of € 1044.27 in 7 annual increments.
It should be noted that due to the nature of these roles, the successful applicants will need to undergo a Category 2 Security Check and that UK security requirements preclude the employment of non-UK nationals in these positions.
The BFPO Logistics Clerks are responsible to the Head of Location for the efficient running of the BFPO and for ensuring that logistical requirements are met.
Monday 13 May 2024
UK Health Security Agency advice - be tick aware
Don't let ticks stop you from enjoying the outdoors but reduce the chance of acquiring a tick bite by:
1. Using a repellent that prevents ticks
2. Wearing long sleeves and long trousers to reduce direct skin exposure
3. Keep to clearly defined paths and avoid brushing against vegetation
4. Regularly check for ticks and brush off any you find immediately
5. When you’re back indoors, check for any ticks on you, your children and pets
6. If you find a tick, remove it as soon as possible with a removal device
Find out more, including what to do if you're bittenFor information about Lyme Disease from the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment in the Netherlands, click here
Friday 10 May 2024
Civil Service Jobs - HR Case Manager
The vacancy is part of the Great Place to Work for Veterans initiative.
Overseas Survey - Thank You
MOD's overseas families survey, which ran from July to August 2023.
Your feedback is helping to shape Defence policy and processes to better meet the needs of you and your family.An MOD report is due to be published this year outlining key survey findings and will be publicly available on Gov.uk. Further details will be shared in due course.
To find out more about Defence's 10-year plan to drive forward positive initiatives for Service families, read the Armed Forces Families Strategy 2022-2032.
If you have any questions, please contact: People-AFFS-FamiliesTeam@mod.gov.uk.
The Ripple Pond Spring 2024 Newsletter
https://tinyurl.com/5n6m98u5
The Garfield Movie at Alliance Theatre
Training Opportunity - XForces
4th June & 18th June - 2-day virtual workshop
At a career pivot point? Our newest workshops, in partnership with London Stock Exchange, will guide you to pinpoint opportunities aligned with your skills and experience and understand real-world pathways in various sectors to navigate your next career move. Ideally suited to service leavers, veterans and military spouses.
For more information and to register your interest, please click here
Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Two DVSA Vehicle Examiner (MOT) Roles Available in Multiple Locations
Closing Date 5 June 2024
This role at Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is 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 Military Spouse/Partner: Your current partner must still be serving OR was discharged within the last 12 months.
The qualifications required that the DVSA have stipulated are as follows:
You must have a vocational related qualification in Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Repair at level 3, or IMI ATA registration at diagnostic technician level, or IRTEC registration at advanced technician level, or Engtech registration.Other Motor related qualifications may be acceptable:
Significant experience + VRQ/QCF
Apprenticeship + VRQ/QCF
NVQ Level 3 + VRQ
Significant Experience + NVQ Level 3
Further information can be found in the Job Description
To apply, please submit a completed expression of interest form 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)
Wednesday 8 May 2024
Tribute Bands at PLT Theatre
Friday 31st May: The Billy Joel Experience - The Album Tour - Theatre Heerlen
Saturday 8th June: Michael Jackson Tribute - Theatre Heerlen
Tuesday 7 May 2024
FrontFoot Jobs: Join Taylor Wimpey's Fast Track Program to become an Assistant Site Manager
No Experience Necessary!
Whether you're looking to kickstart your career or make a change, we provide the training and support you need to succeed.
What You'll Gain:
- Hands-on Training & Development
- Valuable Experience in Site Management
- Competitive Salary & Benefits
- Opportunity for Career Progression
Requirements:
- Passion for Construction and Site Management
- Strong Communication Skills
- Willingness to Learn and Adapt
Apply Now and Secure Your Spot in Taylor Wimpey's Fast Track Program! Visit: https://www.frontfoot.jobs/job/tephzh/assistant-site-manager-fast-track-nationwide/high-wycombe-head-office/-
Or contact the FrontFoot team on 0330 111 4282 or via email: info@frontfoot.jobs
This offer is exclusively open to members of the armed forces community and is also listed on the Career Transition Partnership website.
BFBS: May Update
To view the update in full, please go to: BFBS Update May 2024 | About BFBS
Serve and Protect Credit Union launch latest Fixed Saver, offering a guaranteed return of 4.25% AER
Serve and Protect Credit Union (formerly Police Credit Union) are a not-for-profit organisation designed to help people in the police, prison, military, fire, and health services save money for their financial future.
Their Fixed Saver account allows you to deposit from £1,000 up to £10,000, with a guaranteed return of 4.25% AER over a term of 12 months.
Your savings with Serve and Protect Credit Union are also protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, covering you up to £85,000.*
By opening a Fixed Saver, you not only earn a competitive return on your savings, but you also play a vital role in providing affordable loans to those who serve and protect the nation.
Don't miss out on this exclusive offer!
It's available on a first-come-first-served basis, so act fast. The product is available throughout May 2024 and just requires you to complete a simple application online.
Please Note: If you are not already a member of Serve and Protect, you can still apply, but you will have to do so by the 29th of May 2024.
To apply or learn more about the Fixed Saver, visit: https://serveandprotectcu.co.uk/save/fixed-saver/
Guide for Bringing Your Dog to the Netherlands
Fighting With Pride Guide to Help & Support 2024
This is our inaugural digital version, focusing on the community and listing the rapidly growing number of organisations joining PiVS and offering services and support to you. It shows organisations, local and national, that offer support from housing to employment, education to therapy, social networks to physical and mental health services and so many others, and who, as members of PiVS, have shown a commitment to the particular help and support needed for LGBT+ veterans and families.
https://www.fightingwithpride.org.uk/fwp-directory/
Family Action - IT Support Analyst Job Opportunity
UK Remote (Midlands Area) Job Opportunity with a national charity – IT Support Analyst – Full Time, Permanent, Remote with Midlands travel.
Family Action say: "Our Family Action IT team is like a stealthy group of wizards who work in the background, ensuring all cogs turn so others can work their magic and help families and vulnerable people unhindered! If you're technically minded (ITIL), looking for a rewarding role at an established charity, click here to read more & apply!"
Serve & Protect Credit Union - May Online Webinars and Smile & Save Podcast
🛒 Managing the Cost of Living
👤 Domestic Violence - The Financial Impact
✍️ Budgeting & Spending
🚀 Boost Your Credit Score
🔍 What Lenders Look For
🔗 Register: https://sandpcu.co.uk/webinars
Episode 2 of the Smile and Save Podcast is here, brought to you by Serve and Protect. Discover the importance of financial resilience in this short episode 🎧
🔗 Listen here: https://sandpcu.co.uk/m/smileandsavepodService Family Accommodation: UK-wide Townhall Events
https://dio.eventcube.io/
DIO Families First newsletter - issue 16
Service Family Accommodation - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) find previous issues.
Thursday 2 May 2024
CEP Families - eRedbook Feedback, 8th May
https://tinyurl.com/85uxp6xd
Single Living Accommodation (SLA) survey.
Who can take part and how?
We want to hear from all Service personnel whether you currently use SLA or not. To complete the survey click here. For more information please go to this Sway: Sway
What’s the ask?
You will be asked to complete a short survey which will take approximately 10 minutes.
The survey will close at 17:00 Monday 3 June 2024.
Read more »
'Anxiety Unravelled' - a free course for military parents from Bounce Forward.
This programme is funded through the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust for military parents and carers.
Anxiety Unravelled will support you to understand you are not on your own - if you are in the midst of a growing cycle of worry and concern you would like to be able to unravel, this programme is for you!
We look forward to seeing you across three 1-hour sessions -
June 5th - Session 1: What is anxiety?
June 12th - Session 2: How we talk about anxiety
June 19th - Session 3: Helping my child deal with anxiety
Register for your FREE place HERE
Celebrating Forces Families Awards shine a light on inspirational Military families.
London, UK – The Celebrating Forces Families Awards, held on Friday, 26th April, at the Leonardo Royal Hotel London City, recognised the incredible strength, dedication, and achievements of the UK’s Armed Forces families.
Tuesday 30 April 2024
Building Heroes: Supporting the Salute
We will continue to offer our Multi Trades Qualifications at our London, Wales, Basingstoke, Colchester, Salisbury and Plymouth Academies.
Additionally, we will be offering a brand-new qualifications Level 3 in Retrofit Assessor/Energy Domestic Assessor. These combined qualifications will run for 5 weeks. This level 3 qualification will ensure straight employment routes and we have plenty of opportunities available. (see attached flyers)
The location for Retrofit will be in Barnet but a couple of the cohorts may be in Enfield. This is all to be confirmed but for now encourage your service leavers to get onto the Waitlist so not to miss out!
For further information on how to collaborate with Building Heroes, please click on flyers here and here.
Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest Civil Service Job Vacancies for Service Leavers, Veterans and Spouses/Partners
Valuation Office Agency (VOA) in Plymouth (x2 vacancies) or Durham (x1 vacancy) with a closing date of Friday 17th May
Job description can be found HEREClosing Date 17 May 2024
This role at The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) is 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 Military Spouse/Partner: Your current partner must still be serving OR was discharged within the last 12 months.
To apply, please submit a completed Expression of Interest Form and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk
This GFiE role is specifically for Veterans/Service Leavers and Military Spouses/Partners. For more information 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)