Scotland: Armed Forces Talent Programme (AFTP)

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The Armed Forces Talent Programme (AFTP) is opening applications soon for paid placement opportunities starting in September 2026 across NHS Scotland and partner public sector organisations.

Designed for service leavers, reservists, veterans and forces families, the programme helps translate military skills and experience into meaningful civilian careers.

Applicant information sessions will take place in June 2026, with recruitment opening in July 2026.

If you’re considering your next step, or know someone who is, keep an eye out for further details and registration information coming soon.

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Guardbridge: RAFA Leuchars and Angus Branch Veterans Breakfast and Warm Space 13th ***new event***

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A new event that is open to all veterans and and the local community, as it is the first one organisers kindly ask you let them know if you will be attending so that they can cater for numbers.

To confirm your attendance or ask for further info please contact Dave Mowatt by email at dm52raf@gmail.com

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West Midlands: Armed Forces Day 28 June - Walsall Arboretum Extension

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Catterick: NeuroDiverse Community CIC Support for all ages, children, young people and adults

Support for All Ages at NeuroDiverse Community CIC 

At NeuroDiverse Community CIC, we support children, young people, adults and families from age 4 through to later adulthood.

Our support is available before, during and after diagnosis, because we know that people and families often need guidance at many different stages — whether they are exploring neurodivergence, waiting for assessment, newly diagnosed, or looking for ongoing support later in life.

We offer neurodiversity-friendly support, community sessions, confidence building, wellbeing support and pathways for different ages and stages of life.

Our programmes include:

Sensory Explorers
YouthAbility
Youth Leaders
EmployAbility

We support:

 Children from age 4+
 Young people
 Young adults
 Adults and later adults
 Neurodivergent individuals and families

Our aim is to create safe, welcoming and inclusive spaces where people feel understood, supported and empowered.

 Email: info@neurodiverse-community.co.uk
 Website: www.neurodiverse-community.co.uk

Register your interest today.

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Hambleton & Richmondshire: Mind Matters - Support and creative activities to improve your mental health and wellbeing

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St Andrews: West Sands Summer Beach Clean Saturday 20th June

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Catterick: Would you like to help a military family feel at home? Become a Volunteer with Citizens Advice Settling in Service

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Catterick: Have you just arrived to the area and maybe need some support? Contact Citizens Advice - Settling in Service

 

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Fife: Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) Welfare Officer vacancy - closing date 5th June

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Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of people in the Armed Forces Community?

Do you have experience in providing support to others? We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills, able to work as part of a team, who is compassionate and passionate about supporting the Armed Forces Community. 

We are recruiting for a full time Welfare Officer in NHS Fife.

To read the vacancy details in full and to apply Welfare Officer - DMWS

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Greater Clyde & Glasgow: Defence Medical Welfare Services (DMWS) Welfare Officer vacancy - closing date now 5th June

Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of people in the Armed Forces Community? Do you have experience in providing support to others?

We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills, able to work as part of a team, who is compassionate and passionate about supporting the Armed Forces Community. 

We are recruiting for a full time Welfare Officer in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde.

To read the vacancy details in full and to apply Welfare Officer - DMWS

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