Scotland: Latest digital edition of Scotland 4 kids

The latest digital edition of Scotland 4 kids is now available 👉 Scotland4kids Magazine

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Stafford: AWS CS - Session closures information

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
 

Dorset: Reporting missed bin collections or requesting extra/new bins

If you are having problems regarding missed collections, please contact Dorset Council via the on-line portal to report these problems. Click HERE 

Click HERE to request an extra, new or replacement bin. 

Please do not report your collection as missed until after 4pm on your collection day. The crew do not follow the same collection order each week and may still be out collecting.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison pregnancy, maternity & new parent network sessions - Tues 20th Oct & Tues 24th Nov

 

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Connecting expectant parents with experienced parents, plus educational talks on topics like breastfeeding, babies first aid etc.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Poppy Factory Support

The Poppy Factory supports veterans facing barriers to employment, as well as their family members, on their journey towards sustainable work.

Their support is tailored to each individual and can include:

• Skills mapping and career planning
• Training and development opportunities
• CV writing and job application support
• Interview preparation
• Up to 12 months of in-work support once employment has been secured

Their Families Service operates exclusively remotely, enabling us to support family members across the UK. Their Veterans Service is delivered regionally, with consultants able to provide face-to-face support.

Through their Families Service, they can support:

• Spouses and partners
• Ex-partners (including those whose former partner may still be serving)
• Adult children of veterans
• Parents
• Bereaved family members

You can also find more information on their website: https://www.poppyfactory.org/supportservices/

England: National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) 16-week paid childcare employment programme

National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) have received funding from The Utley Foundation to deliver a 16-week paid childcare employment programme, to support Veterans and/or partners of Veterans who are interested in pursuing a career in childcare. We are looking for 10 participants, to start the programme on 1st December.

• There will be an initial 4-week training period, followed by 12-weeks placement at a childcare setting
• Participants will be employed by NDNA as Trainee Nursery Assistants
• Participants will be paid NLW to work 15hrs per week, for the full 16-weeks of the project
• The programme is delivered remotely, so participants can be located anywhere in England
• Ongoing mentor support is provided by the project team throughout the programme.

For further information contact: claudia.wood@ndna.org.uk

Dishforth: Military Wives Choir are looking for a new Accompanist closing date 16th Oct

Calling all pianists! 

Dishforth Military Wives Choir is looking for a new accompanist to join our choir, with a fee from £50 

Monday rehearsals, 7–8:30pm, at Dishforth Community Centre
10–15 performances a year
Starting mid-November

We’re looking for someone who is experienced, organised and encouraging, and who loves a laugh!

Applications close THIS FRIDAY, 16th October. There’s still just enough time to apply!

Just send us your CV and a cover letter. dishforth@militarywiveschoirs.org

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Catterick: New Breastfeeding Group starts 2nd Nov

Exciting news! A new breastfeeding support group is coming soon to Catterick.

Whether you're expecting a baby, just getting started with breastfeeding, or looking for ongoing support, our new group will offer a warm, welcoming space

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Dorset: Winter food & drink fair - Sat 7th & Sun 8th Nov

 

Start the season early with a celebration of Dorset’s finest food, drink and crafts all in one place. Set the historic grounds of Athelhampton House, this curated Winter Fair brings together Dorset’s finest producers for two days of delicious discovery ahead of the festive rush.

Click HERE for more details on above and upcoming events at Athelhampton house & gardens. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Blandford: Garrison Christmas fair kick off - Stallholders needed

Christmas Fair coming soon. 

The community team are looking for stallholders selling festive gifts, handmade crafts, artwork, cakes, treats, and other Christmas-themed items. If you would like to showcase your products and be part of this community event, please contact James (AWS CDW) james.tarring100@mod.gov.uk to register your interest, giving a brief description on what festive goodies you wish to offer to sell.

Details of the Christmas Fair will be released shortly keep an eye out out on the Eventbrite page: AWS Community Support - Blandford & Bovington

Information provided by Bovington HIVE