Little Troopers: Fully Funded Football Adventure Days - Liverpool, Bournemouth, Norwich, Lincoln & Bromley LAST CHANCE TO BOOK

Little Troopers are delighted to be bringing back their All Together Adventure Days for Summer 2026, thanks to the generous support of their sponsor Telent.

Designed especially for military children, these fully funded days out help children create lasting memories during the school holidays while having fun with others who understand the unique experiences of military life.

This year, Adventure Days will be football-themed, delivered in partnership with football club foundations across the country. As well as developing confidence and enjoying exciting activities, children will have the opportunity to meet others who share similar experiences of Armed Forces life.

For some military children, the school holidays can feel very different when a parent is deployed, away on exercise or working long periods away from home. These special events aim to bring families together, build friendships and create positive memories during times of separation.

Is your Little Trooper experiencing separation from a parent this summer?
If your child has a parent currently away from home due to military service, you can apply for one of the exclusive All Together Football Adventure Days.

A nationwide shared experience
Across the week of 24th–28th August 2026, military children will come together at football clubs across the UK for a special day of fun, connection and shared experiences.

To find out more and for links to register, please click here: Fully Funded Football Adventure Days - Liverpool, Bournemouth, Norwich, Lincoln & Bromley LAST CHANCE TO BOOK

West Midlands: Free bus travel for 5-15 year olds this August

 

From 1 to 31 August 2026, children and young people aged 5 to 15 can travel free on participating bus services across the West Midlands.

Whether you’re planning a family day out, heading into town or meeting up with friends, there’s no need to register or book in advance.

Check your operator is taking part, then ask the driver for free travel when you board.

Plan your bus journey

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Summer Savings - Find your family's summer offer

 

The government is cutting VAT from 20% to 5% on family days out — from cinema and theatre tickets to attractions, and children's meals out. Less to pay, more summer to enjoy.

25 June – 1 September 2026, right across the UK

Full details can be found: HERE

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Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): 3 positions in Chivenor, Barnstaple, Devon, Norton Manor, Norton Fitzwarren, Taunton, Somerset – closing date 13 Sep

The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme (3 vacancies in total):

GFIE-499 – Senior Vehicle Mechanic – various locations across Chivenor, Barnstaple, Devon, Norton Manor, Norton Fitzwarren, Taunton, Somerset

Job description

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)

Stafford: AWS CS Stafford Family Fun Sessions

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Shropshire: Fierce Pride Boxing for Veterans and Serving Personnel - Free Boxing and Military Fitness Classes

More details can be found HERE
 

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Lichfield: AWS Community Support Summer Programme Feedback form

 

For anyone who took part in the summer activities organised by Molly AWS CDW, please scan QR code and complete the feedback form.  Thank you.

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Northern Ireland: Vacancy - Employer Engagement Officer - closing date 11th September

VACANCY – EMPLOYER ENGAGEMENT OFFICER

Applications are invited for an Employer Engagement Officer with the Reserve Forces and Cadets Association for Northern Ireland (RFCA NI). This part-time Crown Service (Civil Service grade AO equivalent) post is available for an immediate start.

RFCA NI

RFCA NI is one of 13 autonomous arms-length bodies of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) with Crown Status. The RFCA NI’s role is to provide first-class support to tri-service reserves and MOD-sponsored cadet forces across Northern Ireland.

The Role

The RFCA NI Employer Engagement Officer provides business support to the delivery of Defence Relationship Management (DRM) activity across Northern Ireland. This includes supporting employer engagement, the Armed Forces Covenant, Employer Notification, Salesforce administration, employer engagement events and business reporting. The role includes building and maintaining professional relationships with employers, Reservists, Defence stakeholders and partner organisations while contributing to the effective delivery of the Defence Relationship Management objectives.

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate strong communication and IT skills and be able to work at pace, both independently and as part of a team. Customer service experience and social media skills are desireable, though not essential.

A full job description is available from ni-info@rfca.org.uk.

The post holder will be required to work an 18.5 hour week (excluding lunchbreaks).

Salary and Benefits

The salary for the appointment at commencement is £13,825 per annum plus a Northern Ireland Allowance of £750 per annum. The successful candidate will be eligible to elect to join the Council of RFCAs pension scheme. This is a Career Average Revalued Earnings scheme (CARE).

The successful candidate will be entitled to 12.5 days’ annual leave entitlement on appointment, plus bank holidays. (Annual leave entitlement increases by 0.5 days per year up to 15 days; those with 5 years’ prior service with HM Forces/OGD will start with 15 days’ entitlement.)

Requirements

North Yorkshire: AWS Annual registration form

For more information on the events and session please click on the link    sway.office.com

 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Moray: Early Learning and Childcare Information for Military families by Moray Council

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Moray Council have developed this ELC information to support Military families moving to the area.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE