When SSCE Cymru refers to Armed Forces engagement we are encouraging schools, educators, Local Authorities and our wider network across Wales, to take a positive interest in the work of our Armed Forces. This can be done by considering opportunities where they might benefit from participating in activities or events, locally, regionally or nationally to gain a deeper understanding of the different roles of our currently serving Armed Forces personnel.
Experiences that had a positive impact on Service child’s (children’s) wellbeing and educational experience: 39% said being part of the Armed Forces community and 34% said participation in extra-curricular activities.
In terms of local engagement, this refers to how schools, governors and Local Authorities can look at ways or take actions to become more Armed Forces friendly. A good example of this is working with the SSCE Cymru team towards achieving an Armed Forces Friendly Schools Cymru status. This makes it clear to any Armed Forces families moving to the local area that you have worked towards improving your understanding of their lifestyle and that the school has embedded good practice to ensure the needs of their children are met.
The SSCE Cymru team will always encourage schools to celebrate having Service children/young people at their school by welcoming them to their local community by recognising important calendar dates, such as Month of the Military Child in April and Armed Forces Day in June. Schools might like to consider how they can plan a whole school event or make time for Remembrance in November by engaging in pupil voice sessions with their Service children/young people and having conversations with their parents. Please look at the SSCE Cymru journal for some wonderful examples of how local engagement has worked to bring communities together.
The Royal Navy Engagement team can also talk about careers and specify different roles, requirements, eligibility, Diversity and Inclusion, or anything that the teacher/leader requires.
For further information or to request a session contact: NAVYCNR-WALESENGAGEMENTTEAM@mod.gov.uk
The British Army Regional Engagement team can deliver tailored sessions including Military interest lessons, life skills sessions and STEM activities.
For further information or to request a session, complete the Army in Wales Enquiry form.
The RAF Engagement team are trained RAF staff who deliver various activities for young people that are designed to provide information about careers and opportunities in the RAF, while improving confidence, teamwork and leadership skills.
Youth engagement: rafyouthengagement@gmail.com
Careers: CRN-careersengagewales@mod.gov.uk
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