At a Glance
- Tasks: Join the Civil Service and explore diverse career opportunities across various departments.
- Company: Government scheme supporting Veterans, Service Leavers, and Military Spouses/Partners.
- Benefits: Nationwide vacancies exclusively for the military community.
- Other info: Register for our Candidate Bank to be notified of future opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a difference in public service while utilising your unique skills and experiences.
- Qualifications: Must have served in the Armed Forces or be a spouse/partner of a current or recent service member.
The predicted salary is between 24000 - 28000 £ per year.
‘Going Forward into Employment’ (GFiE) is a Government scheme that specializes in the recruitment of Veterans, Service Leavers, and Military Spouses/Partners into the Civil Service. We secure vacancies throughout departments of the Civil Service and advertise them throughout a network for individuals to apply for. There are many different departments within the Civil Service, and a huge variety of employment and career opportunities. These vacancies are nationwide. We regularly advertise vacancies on Forces Families Jobs, and the opportunities are exclusively for this community to apply for, nobody else.
Criteria for candidates to apply through the scheme are as follows:
- Must have served in the Armed Forces
- OR Must be in resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces in a reasonable time frame
- OR Be the current spouse/partner of somebody still serving or who was discharged from the Forces within the last 12 months.
We also have a ‘Candidate Bank’. If individuals are interested in working within the Civil Service, but there are no opportunities available at the current time (or in the right location), then candidates can complete and return the Expression of Interest form alongside their CV. We then make direct contact if/when something becomes available in the area(s) that are stated as preferred locations on the expression of interest form.
To register for the Candidate Bank, we need:
- A completed Expression of Interest form
- An up to date CV
Please email GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk to request an expression of interest form. Please return any expression of interest forms and CVs to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk and state in the subject box that you would like to be added to the candidate bank.
Civil Service Candidate Bank employer: Going Forward into Employment
Joining the 'Going Forward into Employment' scheme offers a unique opportunity to transition into the Civil Service, specifically designed for Veterans, Service Leavers, and Military Spouses/Partners. With a commitment to fostering a supportive work culture, we provide tailored career opportunities across various departments nationwide, ensuring meaningful employment and professional growth. Our exclusive focus on this community not only enhances job security but also promotes a sense of belonging and purpose within the Civil Service.
Contact Details:
Going Forward into Employment Recruitment Team
