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September 19, 2024

Leuchars: Childrens Halloween Party Tuesday 29th October in the Community Centre

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£3 per child come in and see the Welfare Team to secure your place.


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Elgin: Would you like better skills with money?

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment - Avon, Somerset, Gloucestershire and East Anglia

 


The following work coach role (40 vacancies) is open from 17/9/24 to 1/10/24



The following work coach role (40 vacancies)​ is open from 19/9/24 to 3/10/24



More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.

AGAI 50 and and the 'Guide for Non-UK Nationals and Unit Support' - updated and re-published

 

Both AGAI 50 and the Guide for Non-UK Nationals and Unit Support have been republished. The AGAI may be found here, while the Guide is available on both the Personal Services SharePoint site and Defence Connect. The SharePoint site also contains copies of the unit letters featured in the AGAI and Guide and a version of the PowerPoint presentation for annual briefings.

​Please note that these links are only accessible via MODnet/Defence Gateway. Please contact HIVE if assistance is required.

Aberlour: Nature walks, a stroll a cuppa and connect

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Portessie: Step by Step every Tuesday from 24th Sept

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

BFBS Big Salute Mile-a-thon

 

BFBS’s Message to the Service community is:

We are running our 2024 charity fundraising challenge for the BFBS Big Salute which supports military charities. We are excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming Mile-a-thon to virtually run, walk, cycle, row, swim or something unique to you, for as many or as few miles you can contribute to help us collectively reach 7,635 miles - the distance from BFBS Brunei to BFBS Canada.

From Thursday 26th September to Thursday 3rd October, we’re asking serving personnel, veterans, school children, friends, families and listeners of BFBS to get involved and clock up the miles for a great cause.

How You Can Help:

1. Join Us: Throughout the week, whether you’re walking the dog, in the gym, going for a swim or attending a fitness class, log your miles to help us reach our target.

2. Fundraise: Help us fundraise for the BFBS Big Salute by spreading the word and collecting donations from friends, family, and colleagues. Plus you can host your own fundraising event with cake sales, talent shows, coffee mornings, etc.

3. Donate: Even if you can’t participate, your donation will make a significant impact.

How to get involved:

To register your miles, download resources such as posters, bunting, certificates for school children, sponsorship forms, mileage forms, or make a donation, please visit
bfbs.com/bigsalute

What is the BFBS Big Salute:

The BFBS Big Salute is our annual fundraising campaign which donates grants to military charities who support armed forces communities. Since 2007 we have raised more than £1.5million and helped 54 charities to provide equipment, training and welfare to their beneficiaries. Every single penny that is raised by our fantastic fundraisers or donated by you is distributed to help hundreds of veterans, forces families and serving personnel.

The BFBS Mile-a-thon will be a fantastic opportunity to bring the community together and make a difference. We hope we can count on your efforts for this challenge and thank you in advance for your time and participation.

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - news update

 

Please see below for new updates on how you can catch up on the recent Covenant Fund Webinar if you missed it, and also their launch of three new Covenant Fund programmes - read on for the full details on Supporting Serving Families Overseas, Family Focus and Fulfilling Futures.

Missed our recent Covenant Fund webinar? You can now catch up on our website... Find out all about our new programmes and our new funding framework, plus an in-depth Q&A session where attendees had the chance to put their questions to the Trust team. Find out more here

Supporting Serving Families Overseas is dedicated to recognising and addressing the unique challenges faced by partners, young people and children posted overseas. With grants between £3,000 and £20,000 available, we aim to support projects that enhance emotional wellbeing, mental health, social connections and overall family dynamics. Find out more here

The Family Focus programme is designed to support family members who care for serving personnel and Veterans who are wounded, injured or sick by improving access to support and building resilience to those with a caring role. Grants of between £50,000 and £100,000 to fund projects that address their needs beyond their roles as carers and consider the wellbeing of the whole family unit, enhancing quality of life. Find out more here

Fulfilling Futures will focus on supporting Veterans who have faced significant and evident challenges during their Service, which has created barriers or compromised their ability to have a fulfilling Service experience. Organisations can either apply for a project lasting 12-18 months for grants between £50,000 and £100,000 or projects lasting three to four years for grants up to £300,000. Find out more here

You can find full details of all programmes currently accepting applications on our current programmes page

Northern Ireland: Ministry of Defence Employment Opportunity - application closes 11:55pm 14th October

 
Band 3 Healthcare Assistant

Defence Primary Health Care (DPHC) are looking for a dynamic, organised, and efficient Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who will be working within the team at Northern Ireland Combined Practice Lisburn Medical Centre, Thiepval Barracks.

The healthcare Assistant (HCA) will be expected to provide cross-cover when required at other MF locations (Aldergrove and Holywood) as part of the NI Combined Practice.

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 14th October 2024
For more details please click here

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Belfast Giants Ice Hockey Team, SSE Arena

The Belfast Giants are a professional ice hockey team based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
They compete in the UK's Elite Ice Hockey League and play their home games at the SSE Arena.