Free Childcare for Armed Forces Families at The National Transition Event – Silverstone, 2 Mar

For the first time ever, the National Transition Event has partnered with RAFA Kidz to provide a free, professionally staffed crèche service for members of the Armed Forces Community with children aged 2–4 years, allowing more members of our fantastic community to attend.

A UK first, Mission Motorsport’s partnership with RAFA Kidz is designed to break down barriers for those with children, ensuring parents and carers can fully engage with the event while their young children enjoy a safe, fun, and supervised environment.

It offers a valuable opportunity for meaningful engagement with businesses that understand the transition from military to civilian life, allowing attendees to gain first‑hand insights from ex‑military employees, receive tailored advice, and explore a variety of career opportunities.

Session Timings:

Session 1: 08:00 - 10:00hrs

Session 2: 10:30 - 12:30hrs

Session 3: 13:30 - 15:30hrs

Please note:Spaces are limited and must be booked in advance.
Children must be between 2–4 years old on the day of the event.
Parents/carers must remain on-site at all times.

The National Transition Event (NTE) connects the Armed Forces community with real opportunities, genuine support, and people who understand the transition journey. Set against the iconic Silverstone racetrack, NTE is the largest Armed Forces community gathering of its kind in the UK.

What to expect:
• 100s of employers, exhibitors and support organisations
• Direct access to companies actively seeking Armed Forces talent
• The Troops’ Track Day with fast passenger laps at Silverstone
• Insight, inspiration and a community that supports you

2nd March 2026 | Free to attend

Register for the National Transition Event : The National Transition Event 2026 Tickets, Mon 2 Mar 2026 at 08:00 | Eventbrite

Book Creche Sessions Here: The NTE 2026: Children's Crèche (for ages 2-4 years) Tickets, Mon, Mar 2, 2026 at 8:00 AM | Eventbrite

Blackpool: BFC Community Trust - Free Activities for the Armed Forces Community

 

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Scotland: Veterans Scotland Newsletter for February 2026

This Veterans Scotland Newsletter dated February 2026 is now available.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Scotland: ScotRail are inviting women to a special online careers event Thurs 19th February

🚄🚆 ScotRail is inviting women to a special online careers event to learn more about what it’s like to be a train driver on Scotland’s Railway. 

Two sessions will take place on Thursday, 19 February via Microsoft Teams, these are aimed at people who live in, or within approximately 45 minutes of, the following areas, where we are especially keen to increase local interest.

- Airdrie
- Bathgate
- Dundee
- Edinburgh
- Inverness
- Tweedbank
- Yoker

Attendees to the online event will be given the chance to hear directly from female train drivers about their experiences and learn about the recruitment process and training programme. You’ll also participate in a Q&A session, where commonly asked questions will be answered.

ScotRail is committed to building a more inclusive workforce and empowering women to thrive across the rail industry. These career events are designed to encourage more women to consider a career in the driver’s cab, with the opportunity to ask questions, gain first-hand insight, and register interest in the role.

Glasgow: Are you calm under pressure and a great communicator? Police Scotland are looking for service advisors, closes 12:00 31st March

Are you calm under pressure and a great communicator? 

We’re looking for dedicated individuals to become service advisors – the first point of contact that handles both emergency and non-emergency calls.

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and want to make a meaningful impact, then this could be the role for you.

Ready for a job like no other? Apply now 👉 https://orlo.uk/YwC6j

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Civvy Street Magazine – Feb/Mar 26 is Out Now

 
To read this edition online, please go to:

https://edition.pagesuite-professional.co.uk/html5/reader/production/default.aspx?pubname=&edid=ea7e579f-ac97-412f-a4ec-7a612de9afa1

February Quest Magazine is Out Now

 

To read this edition online, or indeed any back copies, please go to: Quest Magazine - Armed Forces Resettlement since 1999

Career Transition Partnership – Upcoming Employment Fairs in Newcastle and Lincoln

CTP Employment Fairs are open to:

• Service leavers
• Veterans
• Reservists
• Partners and spouses

Service leavers/veterans/Reservists: To find out more and to reserve a place, please visit: https://www.modctp.co.uk/home/list-events

Family members: Register via email to CTP.events@reed.com

To view all 2026 CTP Employment Fair locations and dates, please go to: https://armyhiveinfo.blogspot.com/2026/01/career-transition-partnership-2026.html

The National Transition Event 2026, Delivered by Mission Motorsport - 2 Mar

The National Transition Event (NTE) returns for its 7th year on 2nd March 2026, set against the iconic backdrop of Silverstone Racetrack and it’s bigger, bolder, and more empowering than ever.

This year’s theme, “NTE – Celebrating our national asset: the UK’s Armed Forces community,” reflects exactly what this event stands for: recognising your value and supporting you to find THE job, not just a job.

Whether you’re just starting your resettlement journey or you’re a seasoned veteran already exploring your next move, NTE is designed to give you a clear, honest, and objective view of the civilian workplace and the communities that support it. Our aim is simple: to leave you feeling empowered, informed, and confident about your future.

Delivered by Mission Motorsport in association with Mission Community, NTE brings together over 1,900 participants, including Service Leavers, Veterans, Reservists, Cadets (16+), family members, employers, Armed Forces charities, and key decision-makers. You’ll have direct access to organisations such as the Ministry of Defence, Office for Veterans’ Affairs, Gold Alumni Association, and dozens of service charities, all in one place, on one powerful day.

Career Transition Partnership: 2026 Employment Fairs – UK-wide dates and locations

CTP Employment Fairs are open to:

Service leavers
Veterans
Reservists
Partners and spouses

To find out more and to reserve a place, please visit: https://www.modctp.co.uk/home/list-events

Advance into Justice: Careers in Prisons and Probation for the Service Community

 

One Remarkable Life to Another – a second career for the Armed Forces Family

What is Advance into Justice?

Advance into Justice is a campaign exclusively for the Armed Forces family, which provides second career opportunities within our frontline roles within prisons and probation.

You can apply for a role via the Advance into Justice scheme if you are:

• an Armed Forces service leaver within your resettlement period and due to leave the services within 18 months
• a veteran of the Armed Forces
• a spouse or civil partner of an Armed Forces service leaver or veteran (your current partner must either be still serving or have been discharged within the last 12 months)
• an Armed Forces Reservist

To find out more please visit: Advance into Justice

North West Ambulance - EMT Apprenticeship opening in January 2026

North West Ambulance will be opening an advert for the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Apprenticeship in January 2026.

Emergency Medical Technician - Job Description

To support candidates in applying, we will be holding two online Pre-Application Support Sessions via MS Teams with regards the role – the Support Sessions will provide further insight into the role and the entry requirements, as well as guidance on applying effectively. To join a session, a place can be booked on the preferred date at https://forms.office.com/e/YfBX9ea7Qg?origin=lprLink (or via the QR code on the attached flyer). Joining Instructions will then be sent out with the link to the session.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

£4.5 million awarded to support veterans with a housing need

· 19 organisations to receive a share of £4.5 million under the Veterans’ Capital Housing Fund.

· These projects will provide new builds and significant refurbishment of rental accommodation offering high quality support for veterans with a housing need.

19 organisations will share £4.5 million thanks to funding from the Office for Veterans’ Affairs’ Veterans’ Capital Housing Fund. The awards cover England, Scotland and Wales and contribute to the Government’s ambition to reduce veteran homelessness and end rough sleeping.

Nine grants are awarded under the Major Capital Grants programme, which supports new build accommodation and significant refurbishment and extension of accommodation for veterans. A further 10 supplementary grants are awarded to existing projects. These latest awards bring the total awarded through this programme to over £12.5 million.

Find out more

You can find a full list of all awardees from this round and previous rounds of the Major Capital Grants programme on the Trust’s website www.covenantfund.org.uk

Keep up to date with funding opportunities

For the latest updates and announcements on Covenant Fund programmes, and any other funding opportunities the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust has available throughout the year, sign up to their e-newsletter via their website www.covenantfund.org.uk

Update from GOV.UK: Digital version of Veteran Card launched for quicker and easier access to support

Nearly 2 million veterans can now get and benefit from a digital version of the Veteran Card, which will make it easier and quicker to access key services and discounts via their smartphones.

From today, Friday 17 October, it will give veterans a seamless way to confirm their status in person and will include information already featured on their physical card - displaying their name, photo, latest service, and date of birth with the security features that protect their personal information.

Veterans can now apply for and download a digital version of the Veteran Card on their smartphone.
From registering with GPs to housing support and discounted entry to museums, the card will ensure veterans can access services quickly and easily online.
Part of the blueprint for modern digital government, as government makes public services simpler and more accessible so they work around people’s lives as part of the Plan for Change.

To view the news update in full, please go to this LINK

Grantham: The Lincolnshire Military Veterans and Families Wellbeing Network

Every-One is proud to be a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant and firmly believes that veterans and their families should be recognised, represented, and supported (without disadvantage) for the sacrifices they have made and the service they have given to the country.
The Lincolnshire Military Veterans and Families Wellbeing Network (LMVFWN) has been facilitated by Every-One since 2017. The Network brings together more than 100 organisations at national, regional, county, and local levels, all united in their dedication to the wellbeing of Lincolnshire’s armed forces community.

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Scotland: Housing Options Scotland, Military Matters

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For more information  👉 Housing Options Scotland | Right Home, Right Place

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Gov.uk Armed Forces Pensions Update: Pension Scams

The over-arching link for all Armed Forces Pensions information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pensions-and-compensation-for-veterans

RAF Job Opportunities for Rejoiners and Inter-Service Transferees

RAF Recruitment | Rejoiners | Royal Air Force

Grantham: Veterans Help & Advice Drop-in Session

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

NHS ‘Say You Served’: Why Declaring Your Military Affiliation Matters – For You and the Forces Community

Why Declaring Your Military Affiliation Matters – For You and the Forces Community

Whether you’re serving in the Armed Forces or supporting a loved one who is, one simple action can make a big difference: declaring your military connection when registering with your GP, local council, or other public services.

It may seem like a small tick in a box, but this information is crucial—not only for you and your family, but for the wider Armed Forces community.

Why It Matters for You

Declaring your military status ensures that you and your family can access the right services, at the right time. The NHS and local authorities recognise that the needs of serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and their families can differ from those of the general population—particularly around mobility, deployment, mental health, and continuity of care.

By identifying your military connection, healthcare professionals and service providers can take these unique circumstances into account. This could mean faster access to treatment (Dependent on personal circumstances), for a better understanding of your housing and educational needs during a posting or resettlement.