The case studies below highlight just a few of the successful outcomes Service leavers have achieved. For more, read the success stories in our News section.
Ex-Royal Navy - Chief Petty Officer Marine Engineering Mechanic
Andrew C
“Don’t be afraid to apply for jobs that you think are above your competency level. In most cases, you will be surprised at what competencies you have without realising it.”
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Ex-Royal Air Force - Sergeant Aircraft Painter and Finisher
Andrew M
“A lot of Service leavers may be apprehensive about setting up their own business but they can use the skills they have picked up in the military, like motivation and determination”.
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Ex-Royal Navy- Chief Petty Officer
Al G
“Don’t undersell yourself! Servicemen and women do an exceptional job under unique pressures and the skills we have are very much transferable to civilian life no matter what field you decide to enter.”
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Ex-Royal Navy- Leading Medical Assistant
Sarah R
“Stay focused and positive; although it all seems daunting now you will be pleasantly surprised about how smoothly you CAN transition into civilian life. Make sure you use all the CTP has to offer and DO NOT take your resettlement time for granted!”
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CWA Success- Barclays
Barclays
Barclays offer placements in a number of their business sectors to enable Service leavers to experience working in the finance sector...
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CWA Success- BNY Mellon
BNY Mellon
BNY Mellon worked with the CTP to develop CWA opportunities for Service leavers...
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Ex-Army- Sergeant Vehicle Mechanic
Colin H
“Start as early on in your Service career as possible for the transitional period that will inevitably arrive. Make use of the CTW, particularly the interview skills.”
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Ex-Royal Navy - Leading Seaman Specialist
Tracey L
“I found the workshop really useful…my understanding of the Job market had been increased and it helped me focus on what I wanted to do.”
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Ex-Army-
Frances: From Army Officer to Local Authority Officer
"Look behind the job description and map across to your own skills – relating the skills you have to the job description."
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Ex-RAF-
Sharon: From RAF Service Technician to Local Authority School Teaching Assistant
"It is naturally going to be a difficult move to lose the security of being in the Service, both emotionally and financially, but there are alternative rewards."
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