At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage and support young people from Forces families to build skills and confidence.
- Company: Forces Employment Charity, dedicated to helping veterans and their families succeed.
- Benefits: Remote work, inclusive environment, and opportunities for personal growth.
- Other info: Join a passionate team committed to supporting the Armed Forces community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people facing challenges.
- Qualifications: Experience in education or youth support, strong collaboration and mentoring skills.
The predicted salary is between 27255 - 31022 £ per year.
For over 140 years, the Forces Employment Charity has proudly supported Service Leavers, Veterans and their families in building successful civilian careers. We provide veterans with life-long, life-changing support, jobs and training opportunities, regardless of circumstances, rank, length of service or reason for leaving. By working for FEC, you will become part of a vibrant team living the charity's values: Expert, Supportive, Passionate, Open and Honest, Resilient and Collaborative.
The young people programme supports young people from Forces families aged 16 to 24, particularly those who are disadvantaged, affected by mobility, at risk of becoming NEET or who have Special Educational Needs (SEN). The programme aims to broaden horizons, raise aspirations and build skills and confidence. It connects young people with meaningful employment opportunities through a combination of one-to-one mentoring and employment support, group workshops, employer events, digital training, work experience and apprenticeships.
As part of a small team, the Education and Skills Liaison will lead on engaging, developing and managing relationships with schools, youth and community groups, military charities, the MOD Education Team, the SCiP Alliance, Families Federations, HIVE and other key stakeholders to advocate for children and young people from Forces families.
Who we're looking for
We are looking for someone with a background in education and/or experience supporting young people to overcome challenges. You will have experience in a customer-focused environment and a track record of delivering to SLAs. You will also be a strong collaborator and team player, with demonstrable influencing skills and coaching or mentoring experience. You will be a self-starter with confidence to use your own initiative and a passion for supporting the Armed Forces community. You will have an understanding of the challenges faced by forces families in finding appropriate and sustainable employment. In addition, you will have strong operational and administrative skills, knowledge of GDPR and experience using CRMs. The ideal candidate will have lived experience of the Armed Forces lifestyle, a background in secondary or further education and a NVQ Level 6 in Advice, Information and Guidance.
This position is remote; however, candidates must be based in Hampshire to support local engagement activities and demonstrate knowledge of regional authorities and organisations. This is a fixed-term position for 12 months. The contract end date will be confirmed at the offer stage.
If you are interested, please submit your CV and Covering Letter by Wednesday, 19 August 2026. If you have questions about the role, get in touch with the People Team at [email protected].
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff by creating an inclusive and supportive environment where everyone, including those with disabilities, can thrive, develop and achieve their full potential. We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and ensure reasonable adjustments are made to support candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
Education and Skills Engagement in Southampton employer: Forces Employment Charity
Forces Employment Charity is an exceptional employer dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of service leavers, veterans, and their families. With a strong focus on collaboration and innovation, we offer a supportive work culture that values employee growth through continuous learning and networking opportunities. Located at the heart of the community, our team enjoys unique advantages such as flexible working arrangements and the chance to contribute to significant social change.
