Starting a business post-pandemic
During the pandemic, the hair and beauty industry was hit hard, but this didn’t deter army spouse Danielle Corcoran.
She optimised her time during lockdowns to write her business plan, arrange building work ...
The truth about apprenticeships
We've all heard of apprenticeships, but do you actually know what they are? There are many misconceptions, so Sarah Johnson of Forces Families Jobs is here to dispel a few myths…
Myth 1: Apprenticeships are ...
How do you have a career whilst living army life?
When your partner or spouse is serving it can feel as if your own job aspirations have to take a back seat. But supporting your soldier’s career shouldn’t mean you have to wave goodbye to your own, Jill Misso...
Blog: Spousal employment matters now more than ever
A blog from Army&You’s spring 2022 edition by Charlotte @boakye_cha
I was recently invited to an event promoting employability for military spouses and partners. Whilst the genuine efforts of those pione...
Looking for a volunteer role? Check out Forces Families Jobs
The Forces Families Jobs website is not just there to get you your next job or training course, you can find volunteering opportunities too!
Take Allsports Coaches Coaching Academy (ACCA), for example – a sm...
Volunteering overseas – the best of both worlds
Whilst a posting overseas brings a chance to experience new cultures, climates and way of life, it can seriously impact on the non-serving partner’s employment journey. So what can you do about it?
AFF Polic...
Horticulture for health
Charity HighGround aims to improve the wellbeing and employment prospects of injured serving personnel and veterans by delivering horticultural therapy at DMRC Stanford Hall.
They also provide support to help ...
Brecon bound? Cymru courses calling…
If you secure a posting to Wales, you might find it’s the perfect time to learn a new skill or take a course.
The NPTC Group offers opportunities across the country, with colleges in Brecon, Afan, Newtown and ...
Programmes to unleash potential
In the autumn, Forces Families Jobs launched a new Employment Programmes section on its website to help ensure that you don’t miss out on landing your dream job with those larger employers who recruit different...
Missing out on maternity
While most mums-to-be are entitled to Statutory Maternity Pay (SMP) when they have a baby, some employers offer an additional Occupational Maternity Pay (OMP) to those who meet certain criteria.
OMP packages a...