Wales: Careers Wales - Parent/Carer Newsletter - Autumn 2025

Career Wales: 

Is your child in year 11?

Check out our autumn newsletter for mainstream education to find:

• A timeline of key events this academic year
• Tips on how you can support your child’s next steps

Click here to access the Parent/Carer Newsletter Autumn 2025

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Vale of Glamorgan: Launch of the Vale Family Compass in the Vale of Glamorgan

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Introducing the Vale Family Compass

We are delighted to update you regarding our exciting new development in how families in the Vale of Glamorgan can access information, advice, support and protection.

From Monday 3 November, we launched the Vale Family Compass – a new single front door to access services including:

• Family Information Service (which includes The Index)
• Families First Advice Line
• Team Around the Family
• Vale Parenting Service
• Intake Team

The Vale Family Compass is designed to provide the right support at the right time, helping families get the help they need earlier and more effectively. It brings together resources and services in one place, improving coordination and outcomes for children, young people, parents, carers, their families, and professionals.

What’s changing?

We now have a single point of contact for accessing our Family Information, Early Help and Intake services:

Website: valefamilycompass.co.uk
Phone: 0808 281 6727
Email: familycompass@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

You can also follow us on Facebook @ValeFamilyCompass (previously @VOGFIS)

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St Athan: Collect your copy of the Aut/Win 2025 Edition of the Little Troopers Gazette from the Wales HIVE Hub, St Athan

Pick up your free copy of the Autumn / Winter 2025 edition of Little Troopers Gazette from the Wales HIVE Hub:

Wales HIVE Hub
2 Rook Close,
St Athan,
Vale of Glamorgan,
CF62 4NA

Contact:
Tel: 01446 798381
Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-WalesHub-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

To find out more about Little Troopers you can access their website here.

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Cardiff: The National Service of Remembrance for Wales in Cardiff on Sun 09th Nov 25

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The National Service of Remembrance for Wales will take place in Cardiff on Sunday 9 November.

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The commemorative event at the Welsh National War Memorial will feature:

• Musical prelude from 10:30am
• The Last Post followed by a two-minute silence
• Gun salutes and performances by choirs
• March past City Hall by Armed Forces, Cadets & ex-Service personnel

Wreaths will be laid by dignitaries including the Lord Mayor of Cardiff, the Leader of Cardiff Council and the First Minister of Wales.

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Chepstow: Christmas Street Party on Fri 28th Nov 25

Chepstow Town Council:

Sleigh what?! It’s almost time for Chepstow’s Christmas Street Party!

Friday 28th November 2025

Grab your Santa hats and jingle all the way to town on Friday, 28th November, for an evening full of twinkly lights, festive cheer, and holly-jolly fun!

3pm – 8pm
Christmas Market by Green Top Markets - stock up on unique gifts, tasty treats, and all the festive goodies your heart desires.

5:30pm
Lantern Parade - watch the streets sparkle as local children parade their handmade lanterns in a magical procession.

From 5:45pm
The party truly starts! Live music, entertainment, and plenty of sing-along moments to keep you rocking around the Christmas tree.

Special Guest Alert
Santa himself is popping by Chepstow! Come say hello in the grotto, it’s FREE to meet the big man in red.

And of course… we’ll be flicking the switch to light up Chepstow with our festive Christmas Lights!
Mark those calendars, wrap up warm, and get ready for a night that’s merry, bright, and full of community sparkle!

Hosted and funded by Chepstow Town Council.

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Haverfordwest: Remembrance Open Day on Sat 08th Nov at The VC Gallery, Haverfordwest

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Brecon: Poppy Appeal on Sat 08th Nov 25 at Bethel Square, Brecon

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Llantwit Major: Remembrance Sunday Parade Times in Llantwit Major

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REMEMBRANCE SUNDAY:

1015 - Parade meet at the Rugby Club car park
1035 - Parade leaves car park
1040 - Parade arrives at Cenotaph
1045 - Services begins at Cenotaph
1120 - Parade leaves Cenotaph
1125 - Parade Salutes at The Precinct
1130 - Parade dismisses at Rugby Club car park

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St Athan: Remembrance Sunday 2025 at St Tathan Church on Sun 09 Nov 25

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Brecon: Brecon Town Council's annual Act of Remembrance - Sun 9th & Tue 11th Nov 2025

Brecon Town Council: 

REMEMBRANCE 2025

Brecon Town Council invites all residents and visitors to join us in marking this year’s Act of Remembrance, as we honour and remember those who have served and sacrificed for our freedom.

Sunday 9th November 2025:

10.30am – Act of Remembrance at St. Mary’s Parish Church Garden

11.30am – Service at Brecon Cathedral

Tuesday 11th November 2025:

10.50am – Short Service at St. Mary’s Church Garden

All are warmly welcome to attend and pay their respects.

For any enquiries email office@brecontowncouncil.org.uk

For those wishing to order a wreath, please contact Elaine at poppies603@gmail.com

Lest we forget.

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Chepstow: Chepstow's Remembrance Parade - Sun 09th Nov 25

Chepstow Town Council: Remembrance in Chepstow: Honouring the Past, Reflecting for the Future

This year, Chepstow Town Council is proud to work alongside the Royal British Legion to host Chepstow’s Remembrance Parade on Sunday, 9th November.

Remembrance is more than a ceremony; it is a moment for our community to pause together. It’s a time to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and service of all those who have been affected by conflict, past and present, and to give thanks to those who gave their lives so that we may live freely today.

As we gather in silence, we honour not only those who never came home, but also the families who carry their memory, and those who continue to serve around the world.

Parade Details:

The parade will begin from Welsh Street Car Park at 10:40am, led by the band, proceeding through the Town Arch and down the High Street to the War Memorial, where wreaths will be laid and the Last Post will be played before the two-minute silence at 11:00am.

A service will follow at St Mary’s Church, after which the parade will reform and return to Welsh Street Car Park at approximately 12:15pm.

To ensure a safe and dignified event, road closures will be in place along the parade route.

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Brecon: Panto - Sleeping Beauty on Wed 19 Nov at Infantry Battle School, Brecon

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What better way to start our festive season here on camp (IBS Brecon) than with a traditional Christmas panto. This year we will have the delight of watching ‘Sleeping beauty’. The show will be running in the Iraq Hall IBS, Wednesday 19th November 2025. Doors opening 16.45 for a 17.00 start. Finishing 18.45 (approx.) Ticket £5 per adult (18 years+) £3 per child. Any questions email Samantha.humphries743@mod.gov.uk or Manju.bayambu437@mod.gov.uk

To book you place and pay for your seats please use the below link:

Panto-2025-booking-link

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Chepstow: Free Lantern-Making Workshops for Chepstow’s Christmas Light Switch-On!

Free Lantern-Making Workshops for Chepstow’s Christmas Light Switch-On! 

Get ready to light up Chepstow this festive season! We’re hosting a series of free lantern-making workshops where children can create their very own glowing masterpiece to carry in the Lantern Parade on Friday, 28th November. 

Saturday 22 Nov – Chepstow Library
10:30 – 11:15am
11:30 – 12:15pm

Sunday 23 Nov – Palmer Centre
10:30 – 11:15am
11:30 – 12:15pm
12:30 – 1:15pm

For children aged 5+ (parents must stay)

FREE – but booking is essential!
Reserve your spot by emailing admin@chepstow.co.uk or calling 01291 626370 (Mon–Fri, 9am–1pm).
Let’s make this year’s light parade brighter and more magical than ever!

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Haverfordwest: Haverfordwest Christmas Lights Switch On - Sat 29th Nov

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Barry: Get into Customer Service - Level 2 qualification on 13th Nov 25 at Palmerston Learning Centre

 

Vale Celt + Get Into Customer Service!

Join our one-day Customer Service course and gain a Level 2 qualification!

Learn how to communicate effectively, make a great first impression, and discover the true impact of good (and bad!) customer service.

To book your spot, send us a DM via Vale Celt + Facebook Page or email c4w-barry@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk

13th November
9:30am – 3:30pm
Palmerston Learning Centre

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Cardiff: MOD CS Vacancy in Cardiff, Closing Date: Mon 17 Nov 25

VALOUR Manager - Wales
Ministry of Defence
Cardiff
Salary : £46,040
Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 17th November 2025
Reference : 435913

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Brecon & Sennybridge: MOD CS Vacancies in Brecon & Sennybridge, Closing dates from: Mon 17 Nov 25

DE&S Logistics Support Operative
Ministry of Defence
Sennybridge, Brecon, Powys, LD3 8PN
Salary : £24,500
Closes : 11:55 pm on Monday 17th November 2025
Reference : 436049

Band 6 Physiotherapist
Ministry of Defence
Brecon Medical Centre, Dering Lines, Infantry Battle School, Brecon, Powys, LD3 7RA
Salary : £37,338 to £44,962
Closes : 11:55 pm on Thursday 27th November 2025
Reference : 435932

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St Athan: St Athan Community Council Christmas Market - Sat 15 Nov at The Gathering Place, St Athan

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St Athan: Free Digital & AI Awareness Course - Mon 24 Nov 25 at MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre

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Free Digital & AI Awareness Course

Monday 24th November 2025
10:30 - 12:30
MOD St Athan West Camp Community Centre
Available for all wives, spouses & partners of serving personnel.

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Brecon: Christmas Market at Brecon with Bells on - Sat 22 Nov 25

 

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