Forces Children Scotland

Supporting children from #armedforces & #veteran families.

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Max's Big Move recently launched to help younger children in Forces families feel seen through big changes. Our First Steps hub with @EarlyYearsScot keeps the support going.

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@earlyyearsscot Find practical guides and other resources for anyone working with Forces children aged 0-5: https://t.co/tnQLwavpAf

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Yesterday we launched Max's Big Move, a free storybook supporting young children from Armed Forces families through transition to civilian life. 🎉

Missed the webinar? The full book, animated read-aloud and free resources for young readers are all available now.

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Find this new book, watch an animated read-aloud of the story, and explore free resources, tailored to Forces life and transitions, for young learners and the professionals who support them:

https://t.co/ZESbW8Njuf

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It's here! 🎉 Meet Max, a young boy whose family leaves the Armed Forces and starts life on civvy street. Max's Big Move is a brand new storybook written with children and young people from Armed Forces families.

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Participation and Rights Worker (East) [Maternity Cover]: A part-time role where you will help co-produce projects and ensure Forces children across Edinburgh City and Penicuik feel seen and supported.

https://t.co/xmZktvMzPa

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There are just a few days left to apply for these two vacancies on our team!

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Trusts and Foundations Fundraiser: A home-based, full-time role implementing our forthcoming fundraising strategy and increasing our capacity to deliver support for Forces children.

https://t.co/bo4WqT3THW

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Two opportunities available with @ForcesChildScot

➡️Participation and Rights Worker (East) – Maternity Cover, £27,885 – £29,000 pro-rata

➡️Trust and Foundations Fundraiser, £30,160 – £31,500,

To find out more, please visit: https://t.co/vaDdFwx24X

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What support works best for children and young people from Armed Forces families, and how can we evidence it?

The SCiP Alliance Impact Centre is bringing together professionals for a nationwide Listening Tour to explore these questions, with dates in Scotland from 27 May.

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Alongside the book launch, this webinar will explore real-life experiences of Armed Forces families and how professionals can support them.

Book your free place: https://t.co/Si3iWNMF4z

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When a parent leaves the Armed Forces, this means big changes for the whole family. This new book is here to help children navigate the transition.

Join us on 26 May for the launch of Max’s Big Move! 📚

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Written with children and young people from Armed Forces families and beautifully illustrated by Catherine Lindow, Max’s Big Move tells the story of a young boy whose Mum leaves the Armed Forces, and what happens when his family leaves the patch behind.

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Here is an upcoming webinar for Service Leavers, Veterans and their partners.

This session will provide practical guidance on housing that is tailored to Forces families, considering home ownership, private renting, and access to social housing.

https://t.co/tomE4jNEWS

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If you’re looking for wellbeing resources for young people that are sensitive to Forces life, visit our Your Mind Matters Hub:

https://t.co/zdb95XndN5

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Mental Health Awareness Week begins today, reminding us to Take Action. #MHAW

Even the little steps we take to support mental health and wellbeing can make a big difference, to ourselves and those around us.

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Book a place, or share this opportunity with a young Forces carer in your life: https://t.co/O9xNpg6gzY

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Being a young carer can be overwhelming, and young carers from Armed Forces families are an under-recognised group. But support is available to make things easier for young people with caring responsibilities.

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This Carers Scotland Highland Roadshow, taking place on 2 June in Inverness, will showcase direct, meaningful support for unpaid carers. Over 25 organisations will be present, offering referrals, wellbeing support, and access to breaks and services.