British Forces Resettlement Services - BFRS

British Forces Resettlement Services - BFRS The UK’s Leading Network for the Armed Forces Community. Real Careers. Real Training. Real Support. Real Outcomes. Providing real outcomes!
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BFRS is the UK’s leading network for the Armed Forces Community. Connecting Service Leavers, Veterans, Families, and Reservists with real careers, training, and support through national events and year-round digital services.

Tidworth Its just 9 days to go!The countdown is on for the British Forces Resettlement Services Tidworth Careers Fair, a...
07/09/2026

Tidworth Its just 9 days to go!

The countdown is on for the British Forces Resettlement Services Tidworth Careers Fair, and we’re continuing to spotlight some of the employers and organisations you’ll be able to meet on the day.

This time, we’re focusing on:
➡️ E.ON Next
➡️ High Ground
➡️ Thames Water
➡️ UK Power Networks

Explore career opportunities, training routes and support across these sectors, and speak directly with organisations about where your skills and experience could take you next.

With over 91 employers, training providers and support organisations attending, there’ll be plenty to discover.

Thursday 17 September 2026
09:30 – 13:30
Tidworth Leisure Centre, Nadder Road, Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP9 7QN

Free to attend for the Armed Forces Community.

Register here: https://bfrss.org.uk/events/1547428/

Great to see Paragon Traffic Management Ltd getting ready for the BFRS Tidworth Careers Fair on 17 September.For members...
07/09/2026

Great to see Paragon Traffic Management Ltd getting ready for the BFRS Tidworth Careers Fair on 17 September.

For members of the Armed Forces Community considering their next career move, this is a valuable opportunity to speak directly with employers, explore different sectors and find out where your experience and transferable skills could take you next.

With employers, training providers and support organisations all under one roof, there’ll be plenty to explore on the day.

Thursday 17 September 2026
09:30–13:30
Tidworth Leisure Centre
Free to attend

Register here:
https://bfrss.org.uk/events/1547428

EXPERIENCED IN OPERATIONS? STEP INTO A CLOSE PROTECTION ROLE IN BASRA.Control Risks is recruiting Team Members / Deputy ...
07/09/2026

EXPERIENCED IN OPERATIONS? STEP INTO A CLOSE PROTECTION ROLE IN BASRA.

Control Risks is recruiting Team Members / Deputy Team Leaders / 2ICs to support client protection operations in Basra, Iraq.
This is a specialist opportunity for experienced military or police professionals looking to move into the commercial security sector. The role involves supporting armed and non-armed protection operations in hostile and high-risk environments, including route and venue reconnaissance, communications, navigation, operational planning and client briefings.

You may also be required to support or lead the team, issue direction and ensure operations are carried out in line with Control Risks’ procedures and standards.

Key requirements include:
➡️ 5+ years’ military or police experience
➡️ At least 6 months’ operational experience
➡️ Valid SIA Close Protection Licence
➡️ Recognised Close Protection and medical qualifications
➡️ Fluent English
➡️ Ability to deploy at short notice

Previous commercial security experience in Iraq, oil and gas environments or local guard force management would be advantageous.

📍 Location: Basra, Iraq

View the full role and apply today:

https://bfrss.org.uk/profiles/companies/1953121//?show=1975798&showtype=VAC

See the role. Tour the depot. Meet the team. Explore a real career opportunity.Crossroads Truck & Bus is actively recrui...
07/09/2026

See the role. Tour the depot. Meet the team. Explore a real career opportunity.

Crossroads Truck & Bus is actively recruiting HGV Technicians and is inviting members of the Armed Forces Community to its Boroughbridge depot.

You’ll get the chance to see the working environment first-hand, learn more about the role and training available, speak directly with the team and take part in an interview on the day.

An HGV licence is advantageous, but not essential, so if you have experience in engineering, mechanical or vehicle maintenance, this could be a great opportunity to see where your skills could take you.

Monday, 5 October 2026
10:00am–12:00pm
Boroughbridge Depot, YO51 9LS
Register your place: https://bfrss.org.uk/events/1944796/

Refreshments / food will be available. Please inform us of any
dietary requirements.

Monday 5th October 2026
10:00 - 10:15 - Attendee registration
10:15 - 10:30 - Welcome and health & safety brief.
10:30 - 11.00 - HGV Technician role overview, depot operations, training, and career development.
11.00 - 11:30 - Boroughbridge depot tour.
11:30 - 12:00 - Questions.

Interview Sessions: Will be conducted as required to support the recruitment process.

The BFRS Tidworth Careers Fair is getting closer and now is the time to register.Whether you’re currently serving, prepa...
05/09/2026

The BFRS Tidworth Careers Fair is getting closer and now is the time to register.

Whether you’re currently serving, preparing to leave the Armed Forces, or already building your civilian career, the fair gives you the chance to explore what’s available and speak directly with organisations that understand military experience.

With 91+ Forces-friendly employers, training providers and support organisations attending, you can:

➡️ Explore civilian career paths
➡️ Discover current and future vacancies
➡️ Understand how your military skills transfer
➡️ Find training and development opportunities
➡️ Access careers and transition support
➡️ Build valuable professional connections

You do not need to have your next move planned. If you’re still serving and simply want to understand your options, this is a great place to start.

Thursday 17 September 2026
09:30–13:30
Tidworth Leisure Centre, Nadder Road, Tidworth, Wiltshire, SP9 7QN
FREE to attend

The date is getting closer, so register now and secure your place:
https://bfrss.org.uk/events/1547428/

Coming up soon in Tidworth!If your CV needs a refresh or you’d like to feel more confident going into interviews, this F...
04/09/2026

Coming up soon in Tidworth!

If your CV needs a refresh or you’d like to feel more confident going into interviews, this FREE CV Writing & Interview Skills Workshop, delivered by BFRS in association with E.ON Next, is a great opportunity to get practical support before your next application.

Wednesday 16 September 2026
14:00–16:00
📍 Tidworth Civic Centre

The session will cover:
➡️ Building a CV for successful job applications
➡️ Applying for job opportunities
➡️ Interview tips and preparation
➡️ Questions and feedback

The workshop is open to Service Leavers, Veterans, Reservists, military spouses and family members.

Places are limited, so if you’re planning to attend, now is a good time to secure your place.

FREE to attend.

Register here:
https://bfrss.org.uk/events/1729840/

Thinking about a career in the energy sector? This could be your way in⚡There’s still time to register for the UK Power ...
03/09/2026

Thinking about a career in the energy sector? This could be your way in⚡

There’s still time to register for the UK Power Networks Gateway into the Energy Sector, taking place 14–25 September.

This two-week programme gives current serving HM Forces personnel approaching or undertaking resettlement the chance to gain real hands-on experience, understand what working in the energy sector is actually like and develop practical skills that can support their next career move.

You’ll get the opportunity to shadow UK Power Networks teams, take part in skills workshops, visit a substation and build valuable industry knowledge and connections.

📅 14–25 September 2026
📍 Opportunities across London, the Southeast and East of England
✅ Travel expenses covered
⚠️ Limited spaces available

If the energy sector is something you’ve been considering, now is the time to take a closer look.

Register here: https://bfrss.org.uk/events/1925275/

A warm welcome to the latest employers and organisations who joined BFRS in August!At BFRS, we connect the Armed Forces ...
02/09/2026

A warm welcome to the latest employers and organisations who joined BFRS in August!

At BFRS, we connect the Armed Forces Community with employers, careers, training and support, helping Service Leavers, Veterans, Reservists, serving personnel and military families explore opportunities and take their next step.

We’re proud to work with organisations that recognise, value and support military talent, and understand the transferable skills, experience and qualities the Armed Forces Community can bring to the civilian workplace.

Every new organisation joining the BFRS network helps create more opportunities, stronger connections and more routes into meaningful careers.

This August, we’re delighted to welcome:
• Fibre Optics Training
• ITonlinelearning
• Life at JLR
• SalisburyReds
• Epta
• Greggs
• Paragon Traffic Management Ltd
• Fuel Storage Solutions
• Venomastic Group
• Five Rivers
• Black Onyx Academy
• Aramark
• Thames Valley Police
• Life at Serco UK
• Control Risks
• Change Grow Live – Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Employment Service, Swindon
• Sangfroid Resources
• Avove

It’s fantastic to see such a wide range of sectors represented, bringing even more career, training and support opportunities to the Armed Forces Community.

Welcome to BFRS! we’re looking forward to working with you!

Could your ELC funding help pay for your next career move?These two courses are designed for Service Leavers and Veteran...
02/09/2026

Could your ELC funding help pay for your next career move?

These two courses are designed for Service Leavers and Veterans looking to move into fibre optics, telecommunications or network infrastructure, with practical classroom-based training to help turn military experience into a new technical career.

Fibre Optics Training UK is offering two 4-week courses in Crewe:

💡 HM Forces Fibre Telecommunications Bootcamp
A comprehensive fibre optic telecommunications programme for Armed Forces leavers.

Find out more and apply:
https://bfrss.org.uk/profiles/companies/1509421//?show=1932310&showtype=COUR

💡 HM Forces Enterprise Networks Installer
An intensive, hands-on programme for those looking to move into the UK’s growing network infrastructure sector.

Find out more and apply:
https://bfrss.org.uk/profiles/companies/1509421//?show=1932307&showtype=COUR

👉 ELC / ELCAS funding is available for eligible learners.

Enhanced Learning Credits can support Level 3+ learning, depending on length of service:

• 6–8 years’ service: 3 x £1,000 claims or 1 x £3,000 claim
• Over 8 years’ service: 3 x £2,000 claims
• Claims are used in separate financial years
• Financial year: 1 April–31 March
• Eligible credits may be claimed for up to 5 years after leaving Service if unused while serving

Ready to apply?

Registration with BFRS is required first and is completely free:
https://bfrss.org.uk/register

For more information, contact the BFRS office: 02476 939931

These are just two of the opportunities available through BFRS. The Armed Forces community can explore 1,000+ active vacancies, 900+ online courses and 140+ employers and organisations, including employers who actively value military skills and experience.

All BFRS support for the Armed Forces community is completely free.

Sent application after application and heard nothing back?You’re definitely not the only one.Sometimes the difference is...
01/09/2026

Sent application after application and heard nothing back?

You’re definitely not the only one.

Sometimes the difference is getting away from another online application and actually having a conversation with the people recruiting.

At the BFRS Tidworth Careers Fair, you can meet 87+ employers and training providers face-to-face, organisations that understand the value of military experience and want to meet the Armed Forces Community.

📅 Thursday 17 September
⏰ 09:30 to 13:30
📍 Tidworth Leisure Centre
✅ FREE to attend

Whether you’re leaving the Forces, already a Veteran, serving, a Reservist or part of a military family, come and see what opportunities are out there.

Register here:
https://www.bfrss.org.uk/events/1547428/

See what’s coming up:
https://bfrss.org.uk/Events/

And for those who’ve already made the transition, what was harder: finding the right job, or getting employers to see the value of your military experience?

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