Moray: Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) vacancy for a part-time Health & Wellbeing Navigator

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Job Vacancy: Health & Wellbeing Navigator

Location: Moray (RAF Lossiemouth, Kinloss, Dr Gray's Hospital, Elgin)
Contract: Part time, Permanent
Salary: £27,520 per annum pro rata
Closing date: 10th September 2026

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of those who serve in the Armed Forces and their families?

To apply, please visit: Health and Wellbeing Navigator - DMWS

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Scotland: Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) 2 x part-time experienced Counsellor vacancy, closing date 10th September

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Job Vacancy: Counsellor
Location: Home based with regular travel across Scotland
Contract: Part time, Permanent
Salary: £31,359 per annum pro rata
Closing date: 10th September 2026

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of those who serve in the Armed Forces and their families?

To apply, please visit: https://dmws.org.uk/careers/counsellor-7/

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Edinburgh: Scotland's Festival of Remembrance Saturday 7th November

Presented by Royal British Legion Scotland in association with @poppyscotland this very special evening will bring people together through music, film and song to remember, reflect and pay tribute to all those who have served.

This year’s Festival will have a special focus on Afghanistan, telling the stories of those who served there and culminating in the Act of Remembrance.

🎺 The Band of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland
🎺 The Band of the Royal Regiment of Scotland
🥁 The Royal Air Force Central Scotland Pipes and Drums
🎤 Amy Hawthorn
🎤  Ben Walker Scottish Young Artist of the Year

Scotland: Queen Victoria School Dunblane Open Morning Saturday 12th September

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Open morning will take place on Saturday 12th September 2026 and applications for admission to QVS close on the 15th January each year, 

Families are welcome to find out more by contacting Admissions on 03311433294 or email qvs.admissions@modschools.org 

Queen Victoria School - Boarding School, Dunblane, Scotland

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East Fife: Mobile Library Timetable for 24th of August - 9th October 2026

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For any queries about the Mobile Library service, please email https://www.onfife.com/.


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St Andrews: Save the date Sunday 20th September 1000 - 1400 St Andrews Linkfest

We are opening up to give an opportunity for our communities to learn about the why’s, how’s and what the Links are all about.

Fun and family friendly.

West Sands Road, St Andrews

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St Andrews: West Sands Ranger Summer Beach Clean, Saturday 12th September 10am - 12pm

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An easy stroll on the beach collecting marine waste and litter.

All equipment provided. Dogs and accompanied children welcome

Meet by the Dook Cafe on the beach road, no need to book, dress for the weather!

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Fife: Welcome to Fife's What's on this week in Fife 23rd - 29th August

There's lots going in Fife just now. If you're looking for something to do next week check out Welcome to Fife's what's on guide for ideas and inspiration

Here's a summary:

🎨 Monday 24th
Creative Textile Workshop - Dunfermline

🏌 Thursday 27th
World Golf Museum Lecture – St Andrews

🕯 Friday 28th
Grass to Grill Tour – Bowhouse near St Monans
Anstruther Harbour Festival - on to 30th

General Sosabowski Wreath Laying Ceremony – Lundin Links
Candle Lighting Ceremony at The Graves of General Sosabowski’s Soldiers – Upper Largo

🏃 Saturday 29th
Kirkcaldy Parks Running Festival (also on 30th)
Harvest Festival & Sosabowski Weekend – Kirkcaldy
Phytomer Facial Discovery Afternoon at Kohler Spa – St Andrews
Paper Making Workshop – Newport on Tay
Craigtoun Kicks Ash Fire Walking – Criagtoun Park near St Andrews
The Art Of Feeling: Empowering Workshop – Dunfermline
Lime Mortar Course – Cambo Estate
Falkland Memorial wreath laying
Floral Dish Arrangement Class – St Monans

Montrose: Poppyscotland presents The Royal Scots Marines Band Scotland, Live in Concert Friday 28th August

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More than a concert.
Every ticket sold helps provide life-changing support for Armed Forces veterans and their families across Scotland.

Join us at Montrose Town Hall, Friday 28th August for a spectacular evening with the Band of HM Royal Marines Scotland.

Get tickets- https://secure.poppyscotland.org.uk/.../band-tour..

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Forres: Highland Roots Cultivate & Connect Workshop with Defence Gardens, Wednesday 9th September

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We’re delighted to invite members of the Armed Forces Community to a relaxing and creative day at Marcassie Farm, surrounded by nature and good company.

Join Defence Gardens Scheme and Naturally Useful for a hands-on felted soap-making workshop, using beautiful local rare-breed fleeces and handmade soap from Bee Home Cottage.

Dalkeith: Wellbeing Through Archaeology on Mondays from 28th September to 7th December

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Looking for a friendly, supportive way to spend time outdoors, meet new people and try something different?

Archaeology Scotland is offering free Wellbeing Through Archaeology sessions for veterans, serving personnel and their families.

Leuchars: Bright Horizons Day Care Centre and UK Nursery Authority

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Further information can be found at Childcare for Service children - GOV.UK

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Leuchars Station: What's on in the Community Centre at Leuchars

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Contact the HIVE for more information: RC-Per-HIVE-Scotland-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

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Moray: Moray Pathways Childcare Network Event Friday 21st August

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Leuchars: Military Wives Choir, is on Mondays 18.00 - 19.30 in the Community Centre

Leuchars Military Wives Choir meet in the Community Centre on Monday evenings 1830-2000hrs

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Fife East: Youth Worker vacancy with Fife Council, closing date Sunday 30th August

Job Details

• Plan and deliver a range of physical activities and other youth work activities that will engage young people aged 8 to 16.
• Evening work during term time.
• Multiple posts available, which can be shared. Please indicate if you are applying for 1 area or multiple areas.

Fife East: Senior Youth Worker vacancy with Fife Council, closing date Sunday 30th August

Job Details:

• Plan and deliver a range youth work activities that will engage young people aged 8 to 16.
• Evaluate youth work activities to ensure they meet the needs of children and young people.
• Evening work during term time.
• Support Youth Workers and volunteers.

Leuchars: Ex Kukri Dawn, Increase in day and occasional early evening flying 1st – 18th September 2026,

Military training will take place across Scotland as part of Exercise Kukri Dawn. 

Between the 1st and 18th of September 2026, Military training will take place across Scotland as part of Exercise Kukri Dawn. Activity will be particularly noticeable in areas around Leuchars Station, inc. periods of low-level helicopter flying during the day and occasional early evening flying. 

The ability to operate effectively at low level is essential for Military helicopters in their role supporting troops on the ground. Realistic low-level training in the UK is therefore a vital part of preparing aircrew for operational duties. 

Scotland: Civil Service Jobs VALOUR Scotland Field Officer - Central West, Apply before 11:55 pm on Tuesday 25th August 2026

Location

Kentigern House, 65 Brown Street, Glasgow, G2 8EX

The area coverage for this role includes East Dunbartonshire, East Renfrewshire, Glasgow City, Inverclyde, Renfrewshire, West Dunbartonshire, North Lanarkshire, and South Lanarkshire. It will involve significant travel, particularly within this area, and will include visits to other locations across the UK. Work-related travel and subsistence costs will be reimbursed except when travelling to your base location, in line with departmental policy.

Scotland: Civil Service Jobs VALOUR Scotland Field Officer - North East Apply before 11:55 pm on Tuesday 25th August 2026

Location

Queen’s Barracks, 131 Dunkeld Road, Perth, PH1 5BT

The area coverage for this role includes Moray, Aberdeenshire, Aberdeen City, Angus, Dundee, and Perth and Kinross. It will involve significant travel, particularly within this area, and will include visits to other locations across the UK. Work-related travel and subsistence costs will be reimbursed except when travelling to your base location, in line with departmental policy.