Little Troopers Announces Free Autumn Weekend Online Workshops for Military Children

Little Troopers is delighted to announce a brand-new series of free weekend online workshops for the Autumn/Winter term, part of the charity’s popular All Together programme. Designed especially for children under ten from across the Armed Forces community, whether based in the UK or overseas, these online sessions bring military children together for fun, creativity, and connection.

The autumn line-up features an exciting mix of activities, including; Dance lessons, Live baking classes, Science experiments, Space adventures, Animal encounters and Art sessions.

The All Together programme was created to help military children feel connected, valued, and entertained, particularly during times of deployment or separation from a serving parent. These exclusive, funded events are a chance for young little troopers to try something new with other military children and enjoy a special activity at the weekend.

Leuchars: Leuchars Carers Drop-in with AWS next drop-in Thurs 4th Sept

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Contact jane.allen208@mod.gov.uk

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Brecon: MOD CS Vacancies in Brecon & surrounding area, Closing Dates from: Mon 01 Sep 25

Army - Storekeeper/Warehouse Operative

Ministry of Defence

The Barracks, Brecon LD3 7EA or Maindy Barracks, Cardiff, CF14 3YE

Due to the nature of the role you will be required to attend site full time.

Salary : £23,583

Closes : 11:55 pm on Tuesday 2nd September 2025

Reference : 420959

Army - Infrastructure Cell Central Programmer

Ministry of Defence

Brecon, LD3 7EA, Catterick, DL9 3AD, Lichfield, WS14 9PY.

Salary : £36,530

Closes : 11:55 pm on Friday 5th September 2025

Reference : 421405

Army - Specialist Instructional Officer

Ministry of Defence

Army Adventurous Training Wing, Brecon, LD3 7EA

Due to the nature of the role you will be required in the workplace full time delivering Adventurous Training Courses.

Salary : £29,580

Closes : 11:55 pm on Sunday 14th September 2025

Reference : 422267

Modelling and Simulation TAST Officer

Ministry of Defence

Remote working (anywhere in the UK)

Salary : £44,590

Distance : Job is advertised as regional

Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 1st September 2025

Reference : 419045

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub. 

Leuchars: Army Welfare Service Juniors Youth Club Age 8+, Thursdays

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Meet at the gate opposite the ATM

For more information email Jane.Allen208@mod.gov.uk or Kerry.willison100@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Families Posted Overseas – have you nominated a Trusted Contact?

 

Military Coworking Network: Free Online Events

 

Come hang out with us online this Autumn!

We have a new online events schedule with lots of great events, including some evening ones to help build connections and have fun, even if you’re stuck in with the kids (or just want to snuggle up in your comfies at home!).

All totally free to attend and open to all military spouses and partners, and ranging from coworking to crafts, masterclasses and games night.

Check out the website: www.militarycoworking.uk/events and sign up now!

Staffordshire: Space Invasion Weekend - 20-21 September - Free event

Prepare for visitors from outer space in a mass take-over of Lichfield city centre!

Full details: HERE

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

Staffordshire: Lichfield Proms in the Park - 6 September

 

 Timings = 5pm to 10pm

 Entry Cost = FREE but please book your attendance HERE

Information provided: Central HIVE Hub

Serve and Protect Credit Union: Fixed Saver Launched 1 Sept - Guaranteed return of 4% AER

Fixed-Rate Savings Account - Now Available

A quick update: a new issue of the fixed-rate savings account from Serve and Protect Credit Union is now available. This is part of the financial wellbeing benefits that Service personnel and MOD Civil Servants have access to as an employee.

• 4% AER fixed for 12 months (starting 1 October)
• No fees or surprises

This is simply for your awareness - it’s not a recommendation. Please take a look and decide if it’s right for you. The account is available to apply for until 28 September 2025 and you need to become a member first – which is free.
You can learn more here: https://sandpcu.co.uk/army-fs

Terms and eligibility criteria apply.

Fife: Link - Central Fife Project Worker , home-based, closing date 19th Sept

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

St Andrews: Girls Rugby for 2025-26 Season

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Bovington: Tank museum 'Quiet mornings' Sat 27th Sep & Sat 6th Dec

 

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From 0900-1100 all sounds, and interactives will be turned off to reduce sensory input.

This session is primarily for, but not limited to, families of children with autism; young people and adults with autism; children with social, emotional, or mental health needs; adults living with dementia and any other visitors with sensory needs or who may prefer a more relaxed experience.

For more details click HERE and to find out about sensory backpacks for families and children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

2025 quiet mornings at the museum are:

Sat 27 September

Sat 6 December

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison paediatric first aid course starts Tues 30th Sep - sign up now.

 

To sign up click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Garrison coffee morning & DIO housing surgery Wed 3rd Sep

If you have any housing issues or concerns, please use this opportunity to come along and speak in person to a housing representative from Pinnacle/Vivo

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison housing issues - drop in session Wed 3rd Sep

1st & 3rd Wednesday of every month, 0900-1200hrs. At the Pinnacle Office located in the Estates Building, Murdos Road, Blandford Camp.

If you have any issues regarding your Service Family Accommodation and would like to speak to someone face-to-face, pop along, no appointment necessary.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dundee: Scottish Veterans Residences vacancy for bank housing assistant - closing date 8th Sept

SVR are recruiting for a Housing Assistant (bank) to join our friendly, professional team at our Rosendael Residence in Broughty Ferry, Dundee.

There are no guaranteed hours with this post but you will be offered hours as and when required and available to cover for periods of staff absence. These will be a long notice, for example covering a booked holiday period; or short notice, covering an unplanned absence.

You will have an understanding of the supported housing sector and be able to demonstrate a track record of contributing to high quality services. You are reliable, consistent, focused, and flexible in your outlook and approach. You will be experienced in MS Office packages.

Our shifts are 8am to 4pm and 2pm to 10pm and 10pm to 8am Monday to Sunday. The hourly rate is £13.88 per hour worked plus benefits.

For more information 👉 https://www.svronline.org/about-work/

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Dundee: Scottish Veterans Residences vacancy for full-time housing assitant - closing date is 12 noon 8th Sept

SVR are recruiting for a Housing Assistant (full-time) to join our friendly, professional team at our Rosendael Residence in Broughty Ferry, Dundee.

Scottish Veterans’ Residences (SVR), offers a dynamic housing support service to assist our HM Forces Veterans to return to independent living where appropriate. Our Housing Assistants fulfil a pivotal role in our service. We are looking for a motivated, dedicated and enthusiastic professionals to deliver intensive housing management and support services to our Veterans.

You will have an understanding of the supported housing sector and be able to demonstrate a track record of contributing to high quality services. You are reliable, consistent, focused, and flexible in your outlook and approach. You will be experienced in MS Office packages.

The hours of work average 37½ hours per week average over a fixed, four weekly rota. Our shifts are 8am to 4pm and 2pm to 10pm Monday to Sunday. (Example attached). The annual salary is £27,071 per annum. We offer additional benefits, pension and generous holiday entitlement.

If you would like an informal discussion, please contact Neil Stewart or Graeme Watson on 01382 477078.

To apply, fully complete and return the job application form or submit your current CV. Note: If selected for interview applicants who submit a CV must complete and submit an application form prior to interview. 

More information can be found 👉 https://www.svronline.org/about-work/

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema movie 'Grand Prix Of Europe' Sun 7th & Sun 14th Sep

Military families living at Bovington, Lulworth and Westmoors are welcome to use the cinema on Blandford Camp. (Adults and over 16s - Official ID required for Camp access)

Watch the trailer here: GRAND PRIX OF EUROPE | BFBS Cinemas

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Grantham: Take the Next Step in Your Learning Journey

Information provided by Grantham HIVE 

Moray: Earth time - What's on in September

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Colerne: Community groups - September return dates

 

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After the Summer break, Colerne Station's Community Groups are back for September!

The groups are back on the following dates (in chronological order):

• Coffee Morning - Thursday 4th September

• Tuesday Tots - Tuesday 9th September

• Thursday Junior Youth Club - Thursday 11th September

• Beaufighter Book Club - Monday 15th September

• SOS Club - Saturday 27th September (to be held in Colerne)

(For enquiries about the Military Wives Choir, please email directly for further information @ corshamandcolerne@militarywiveschoirs.org)

Posters with further information about the groups can be found below (in order of their return dates):

Inverness: AWS Community Support Programme 2025

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The AWS Term Time programme that will begin on Tuesday 2nd September. 

The sign up link is https://forms.office.com/e/e7zZcS6cYe

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema new release 'The Conjuring Last Rites' Mon 8th & Wed 10th Sep

Watch the trailer here: THE CONJURING: LAST RITES | BBS Cinemas (Horror/Mystery/Thriller)

Military families living at Bovington, Lulworth and Westmoors are welcome to use the cinema on Blandford Camp. (Adults and over 16s - Official ID required for Camp access)

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Chepstow: Recruit for Spouses Careers Day - Wed 24 Sep 25

 

Click here to access the survey.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Midlothian: Job Opportunity Midlothian Council MIPSA Armed Forces Coordinator - closes 4th September

Midlothian council are looking for someone passionate about supporting children and young people from armed forces families in Midlothian schools.

This 2-year pilot project, funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund, runs until 31 August 2027 and focuses on building confidence, resilience, and reducing isolation through creative youth work.

✅ Experience working with young people or the armed forces
✅ Skilled in youth engagement and programme design
✅ Strong understanding of challenges faced by service children
🗓 Apply by: Thursday 4 September 2025
💬 Interviews: Monday 15 September 2025
🔗 Apply here: www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/councils/midlothian-council/jobs

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Chepstow: new programme of events at the Drill Hall for 2025/2026

The Drill Hall - Chepstow:

A great start to the 25/26 season:

After our summer break Chepstow Arts, Culture and Entertainment is back with an exciting new programme of events at the Drill Hall, right through to June next year. We start with a new play live from the National Theatre INTER ALIA written and directed by the team that created the multi award winning PRIMA FACIE.

Click here to see the programme of events at Drill Hall.

Click here to visit The Drill Hall website.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Leuchars: Station commission for anniversary of transition from Air to Land mural

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To mark the 10th Year transition from AIR – LAND, the Station commissioned a local artist to paint a mural on the side of the Community Centre adjacent to the skatepark and MUGA. 

Please feel free to  pop along to see the outstanding work by Kerry Wilson.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Leuchars: Deployment support for RAF personnel at Leuchars

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RAF Personnel stationed at Leuchars are part of the military community, they and their families are welcomed to Station events, coffee mornings and activities provided by the Leuchars Welfare Teams. 

HIVE is also here for the RAF Families and has contact with the RAF HIVE Information Support Officer and SSAFA at RAF Lossiemouth. 

RAF Lossiemouth HIVE have produce the Deployment Support document above for RAF personnel at Leuchars.

If you require further help then please contact HIVE at Leuchars.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Leuchars: The next Veterans Breakfast is Tuesday 2nd September 10:00 - 12:00

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Lyneham & South Cerney: September dates for AWS Youth Clubs and Bumps To Buggies

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To contact Amy Dallimore and to receive her 'Out Of Office' with the links mentioned above, please email amy.dallimore101@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

North Wiltshire & Gloucestershire: AWS October half-term residential

Please click the link below to register your interest - https://forms.office.com/e/vK8gNR8uRh

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVEs

Dorset: Bovington & Blandford Coworking hubs - New Autumn events

 

🍂 Autumn is coming and so are our new online events! ✨

From September we’ve got a brand-new regular event schedule, alongside our masterclasses and workshops from the community:

📌 Weekly Virtual Coworking
Every Tuesday: 9:30am–12pm

📌 Content Planning Club
First Thursday of the month
This month Thursday 4th September 2025: 10:30am–12pm

📌 Craft & Chat
First and Third Tuesday of the month: 7:30pm–9pm
This month Tuesday 2nd September 2025 and Tuesday 16th September 2025

📌 Book Club
Second Tuesday of the month: 7:30pm–9pm
This month Tuesday 9th September 2025

📌 Games Night
Fourth Tuesday of the month: 7:30pm–9pm
This month 23rd September 2025

You are very welcome to all our events and they are totally free to attend. Whether you can join us from the start, pop in partway or need to dip out early, you’re always welcome and please don’t worry if you furry friends or children need your attention, we totally get it.

If you’d like to connect in person too, your local Bovington or Blandford coworking hub is always open. If you haven’t visited yet, why not try a free trial? Links for all are below:

We’d love to see you online or in your hub soon 💛

👉 Book your free spot here for events:

https://www.militarycoworking.uk/events

👉 Book a free trial at our Bovington coworking hub:

Bovington | Military Coworking Network

👉 Book a free trial at our Blandford coworking hub:

Blandford | Military Coworking Network

Kelly, Rachel and Linzi

Your Bovington and Blandford Hub and online support team

Information provided by Bovington HIVE 

Blandford: Garrison baby & toddler group starts Wed 10th Sep

A relaxed friendly space for little ones to play and for parents and carers to connect.

Health Visitors will be attending to offer advice and support.

If you are only visiting the Health Visitors, there is no charge, feel free to look around, chat, and see what they have to offer. Mums, Dads, and carers are all welcome.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: Annual county show (nr Dorchester) Sat 6th & Sun 7th Sep

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Dorset comes together to showcase the very best that the County has to offer, celebrating agriculture, countryside and rural life. 

For full details of 2025 programme and more information click HERE

Save on gate prices with advance entry tickets. Discount ends 30th Aug. Click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison cinema Sept showings

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To find out more about the upcoming movies or to watch trailers click link HERE

It is advisable to check the link for any changes to timings or cancellations prior turning up. 

Military families living at Bovington, Lulworth and Westmoors are welcome to use the cinema on Blandford Camp. (Adults and over 16s - Official ID required for Camp access) Contact Bovington HIVE 01929 403185 or email RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk to find out how to request entry onto Blandford Camp. 

                                               

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Catterick: The Bereavement Cafe

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

 

North Yorkshire: Team Squirrels Needs You!

 

Team Squirrels Needs You! 

We’re growing our team to help deliver exciting, playful, and confidence-boosting adventures for our youngest Scouts — the amazing 4–6 year olds in Squirrel Scouts!

Vacancy for a friendly face

Vacancy for someone with an hour to spare each week

Could it be... YOU?!

Team Squirrels is all about magical moments, big smiles, and little learners discovering the world around them.

Could you be part of the team? Let’s make memories together!
Message us, speak to a leader, or visit bacsascouts.org.uk to find out more — no pressure, just a chat!

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Thorpe Park: Fright Nights Tickets for selected date from the 3rd October

 

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, September Showings

 

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Please keep an eye on the BFBS Cinemas website for the latest listings and updates to all missing BBFC ratings and running times.

Information provided by HIVE NI