Scotland: The latest Newsletter and vacancies from the NHS Scotland AFTP Team as of 13th May 2026

The Armed Forces Talent Programme is an NHSScotland-wide recruitment initiative for the armed forces community. 

It supports service leavers, veterans, spouses, partners, dependants, reservists, cadets, and cadet forces adult volunteers to enter our workforce.

Vacancies

See the AFTP newsletter here

For more information about the AFT programme - webpage

St Andrews: History in the Park FREE entry Craightoun Country Park Sat/Sun June 6th & 7th

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Edinburgh: Tri-Services Scotland Rugby Thursday 28th May at Scottish Gas Murrayfield- FREE Entry

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Scotland: Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance hosting events around Scotland

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Over the next few months, the Service Children’s Progression (SCIP) Alliance are hosting over 30 events across the UK to conduct discussion groups on the topic of evidence mobilisation.

27th May    Edinburgh, venue information on booking

28th May    Leuchars, Community Centre

29th May    Lossiemouth, Lossiemouth High School

1st Jun       Inverness,  TBC

2nd Jun      Helensburgh, Drumfork Community Centre

These will be an opportunity for anyone working with Armed Forces families in any professional roles (education, health, local authorities, activity centres, youth groups) to discuss what they think works for supporting Service children, how we know this, and how can evidence be mobilised better.

Find out more about the Tour see here:
https://www.scipalliance.org/.../impact-centre-listening...

To express interest in joining in person or online: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/1UqyhEfx72

Written submissions are also available here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/903HRrCff7

Or hear a 45 second ‘walk and talk’ from the research lead: https://youtu.be/jpVOnBuU6l8

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Dunfermline: Help for Heroes Community Cafe, Tuesday 12th May 1100-1230

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

Costa Coffee,
Fife Leisure Park,
1 Whimbrell Place,
Dunfermline,
Fife,
KY11 8EX

Next cafe Tues 9th June

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Edinburgh: Help for Heroes Community Cafe at Fort Kinnaird, Mon 11th May 1100-1230

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

Costa Coffee,
Odeon Cinema,
Fort Kinnaird,
Edinburgh,
EH15 3RD

Next cafe is Mon 8th June

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Scotland: Join the SSAFA Scotland team in 2026 and help raise vital funds

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This year make a difference , create unforgettable memories and help SSAFA Scotland continue to give trusted support to our Armed Forces community, veterans and their families.

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity is a trusted source of support for serving personnel, veterans and their families in their time of need. Our teams of trained volunteers and employees provide practical, emotional and financial assistance to the Armed Forces community to make sure they "Never Battle Alone'.

Our work is impossible without the kindness and generosity of the public. 

Help us be the trusted source of support for our Armed Forces community in Scotland.

For more information:
Visit: ssafa.org.uk/scotland or Email: Scott.Cunningham@ssafa.org.uk

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St Andrews: Moving to Madras Collage in 2026? Then, P7's get ready to Blast @ Madras! Mondays 6:30-8:00pm last one 25th May

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Edinburgh: Help for Heroes Community Cafe, Gyle Shopping Centre Tuesday 26th May 1400-1530

Missing the feeling of community? We get it and so do the rest of our veterans and families who come along. Join us for a brew and a chat. No sign up required, just rock up, no fuss. If you know another veteran or family member who could use a bit of the same, bring them along too! Suitable for veterans and family members, led by the Help for Heroes team

Help for Heroes Cafes are informal, relaxed events where you can meet and enjoy time with other veterans and families. It could be anything from a coffee morning or veteran hub to a veteran-led group. These welcoming events run across the UK and are open to all members of the Armed Forces community.

It's an easy way to dip your toes back into the water and feel like part of a community again. There's no need to book, just turn up and say hello. First brew is on us.

For any information, please contact us at CommunityDT@helpforheroes.org.uk

The Food Court,
Gyle Shopping Centre,
South Gyle Broadway,
Edinburgh,
EH12 9JY

Next cafe Tues 23rd June

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Perth: Carers Scotland Roadshow Thurs 14th May 10:30-2:30

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Join us in Perth for a free drop in roadshow for unpaid carers, with targeted informative talks, stalls and refreshments provided.

The Gateway Centre, Perth
Thursday May 14, 10:30am - 2:30pm

Find out more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../carers-scotland-perth..

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Edinburgh: Cyrenians pop-up coffee, cake & chat Fridays in June 12-4pm

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🍵🍰 Cyrenians are inviting members of the Commonwealth military community across the Lothians to a series of relaxed pop-up Coffee & Cake afternoons designed to bring people together in a warm and welcoming space.

These sessions offer an opportunity to connect with others, enjoy good conversation over coffee and cake, and help shape future support, activities, and community spaces within the local community.

Friday 12th June | 12–4pm
Linburn Walled Garden, West Lothian

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St Andrews: North East Fife Community Hub vacancy for an Admin assistant, closing date Fri 22nd May

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Bishopton: Erskine Veterans Charity are hiring a Home Support Manager, closing date Monday 18th May

Erskine Veterans Home Support service offers free, compassionate, in-home assistance for Veterans in their own homes, and we're hiring for a manager in Bishopton.

The right candidate will be educated to degree level in a relevant subject and have experience assessing and planning care/support. Experience leading, supervising and supporting a care/support team is also essential.

Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/4cPpw6R

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Highlands: Scotland Carers Roadshow Tuesday 2nd June

Highland unpaid carers - join us for a fun day connecting with fellow carers and discovering great support and resources in the Highlands!
Refreshments provided.

Inverness Leisure Centre, Tuesday 2 June,

Find out more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/.../carers-scotland-highland...

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East Kilbride: Police Scotland Officer recruitment drop-in event Tues 19th May

Do you have the passion, resilience and skills to be a police officer? 

Do you want to learn more about the Police Scotland recruitment process and try a mock fitness test before applying?

If so, then come along to our police officer recruitment drop in event on Tuesday, 19 May 2026 any time from 5.30pm – 8.30pm

Drop into our recruitment and training centre in East Kilbride and meet our team of recruitment specialists, probationer police officers and vetting team who will all be on hand to answer any questions you might have.

No sign up is required – simply come and see us to find out why policing is a job like no other.

For more information, visit  https://orlo.uk/H3J8T

We’re recruiting now! If you are ready for a job like no other, you can apply online.

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Perth: Kingdom Housing Association are looking for a Customer Support Co-ordinator - closing date 10th May

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We’re looking for a Customer Support Co-ordinator to join our Customer Resolution team based in Perth.

As Co-ordinator, you'll lead our team at the Customer Hub to deliver exceptional service and performance.

You'll need to be a great listener who's able to handle and resolve any complaints smoothly, you'll monitor customer feedback and use it to identify service improvements, you'll be involved in customer engagement and our Customer Voice initiatives and you'll keep the team motivated, inspired and up to date with training.

No two days will be the same!

If this sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.

 £38,482 - £42,669 per year
 Flexible, family-friendly hours
 Generous leave + contributory pension

 Closing date: 10 May 2026

Apply now 👉 Customer Support Co-ordinator

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Glenrothes: Kingdom Housing have a temporary vacancy for a Customer Experience Officer - closing date 12th May

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We’re looking for a Customer Experience Officer to join our team on a temporary 10-month basis:

You’ll be out in the community, supporting customers with repairs and housing enquiries, encouraging involvement in events, and making sure their voices are heard. If you’re passionate about great service and making a real difference through connecting with our customers and smoothly resolving any complaints or issues, this could be the role for you.

 £38,482 - £42,669 per year
 Flexible, family-friendly hours
 Generous leave + contributory pension
 Investors in People Gold & Young People Platinum

Closing date: 12 May 2026

Apply now 👉 Customer Experience Officer

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Edinburgh: Vector 24 are looking for an Outreach Logistics Officer, Edinburgh based. Closing date is 18th May @ 9.00 am

Vector24 is hiring: Outreach Logistics Officer — Edinburgh (office-based)

Make a real difference supporting the Armed Forces, Blue Light and seafaring communities by coordinating outreach logistics, diary management, vehicle and team scheduling, and volunteer coordination to reduce isolation and improve wellbeing.

📍 Location: New Haig House, Edinburgh
🕐 Full time (37.5 hrs)
💷 Salary: £30,000
📅 Closing date: 18/05/2026 @ 0900
Full details & apply: https://vector24.co.uk/recruitment

❓ Questions / apply: Leon — leon@vector24.co.uk

Forres: Erskine Veterans Charity are hiring a Welfare Rights Officer for their activity centre closes Thurs 28th May

We're hiring for a truly rewarding role at our Forres activity centre: Welfare Rights Officer 

✍Providing support, advice, and access to welfare services along with financial support, ensuring that vulnerable Veterans receive appropriate assistance and advocacy. 

The successful candidate will also support with building networks and partnerships with relevant external agencies, services and internal departments to support the veterans in need or crises, ensuring maximum benefit for all Veterans.

💰£33,820 - £38,049 (pay award pending)

To find out more and apply 👉 Apply: https://bit.ly/4djbhqU

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Falkland: Bee Day at Falkland Palace Sat 16th May 11-4.30

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Bzzz Bzzz Bzzz… 
Hear that? It can only mean one thing… Bee Day at Falkland Palace is back!

Join us on Saturday 16th May for a buzzing day packed with all things bees. Meet our Palace beekeeper, dive into the incredible world of these essential pollinators, and get hands-on with bee-themed arts and crafts. There’ll be sweet honey treats to enjoy and our BIG Bee Trail to explore through our beautiful bee-friendly gardens.

Bee Day is included with admission to the garden or membership, and the Bee Trail (prize included!) is £3. Admission and Bee Trail tickets can be purchased on the day, making it a perfect, easy day out for the whole family! 

Don’t forget your stripey black and yellow tights ❤💛

For more information, visit Bee Day at Falkland Palace Tickets, Saturday 16 May • 11 AM - 4:30 PM | Eventbrite

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