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27/06/2025

🇬🇧 Armed Forces Day is Tomorrow! 🇬🇧
This Saturday, 28 June, the UK comes together to honour the incredible dedication of our Armed Forces—serving personnel, veterans, reservists, cadets, and their families. 🎖️

At OWOA, we’re proud to support veterans as they transition into meaningful civilian careers. Their service doesn’t stop when the uniform comes off—it evolves, and we’re here to help every step of the way. 💼💙

📍 Want to get involved?
Visit https://www.armedforcesday.org.uk/ to find events happening near you and see how you can show your support.

💬 Leave a message of thanks in the comments
🔁 Share this post to spread the word
🎗️ Tag someone who serves or has served

25/06/2025

💼 From Service to Success 💼
Meet another incredible veteran who found the perfect role with the help of Keeley and the OWOA team:

"Keeley was exceptional—supportive, encouraging, and truly dedicated to finding the right fit. I couldn’t recommend her and OWOA more!" 🌟

At OWOA, we’re proud to walk alongside veterans as they take the next step in their careers. Every success story like this one reminds us why we do what we do. 🙌

💬 Have a story to share or want to show your support? Drop a comment below!
🔁 Share this to inspire someone today.

20/06/2025

🎯 Interview Prep for Veterans

If you're a veteran stepping into civilian interviews, you already know how to handle pressure, lead teams, and solve problems. The key is showing how that experience translates.

We’re not here to give a lecture — just to open the floor.

🗣️ What’s one interview tip that worked for you?
Whether you’ve made the transition yourself or supported someone who has, drop your advice in the comments. Let’s share what actually helps.

13/06/2025

🚫 Still relying on gut instinct in hiring?
You could be missing out on top talent—and reinforcing bias without even realising it.

As someone who’s seen the challenges ex-Forces personnel face when transitioning to civilian roles, I know how often great candidates are overlooked because they don’t “fit the mould.”

✅ In this blog, I share 6 practical strategies to reduce bias in hiring—from blind CV screening to inclusive job descriptions and structured interviews.

🔗 Read the full post here-https://www.owoa.co.uk/6-proven-strategies-to-reduce-bias-in-hiring-and-build-stronger-teams/

06/06/2025

🧰 Have You Explored the OWOA Toolkit Yet?

Whether you're a veteran, military spouse, or someone supporting the Armed Forces community, the OWOA Toolkit is here to help you navigate work, wellbeing, and family life.

🔗 https://www.owoa.co.uk/toolkit/

You'll find:
✔️ Career and employment resources
✔️ Mental health and wellbeing support
✔️ Guidance for spouses and families
✔️ Links to trusted organisations and services

💬 Already using it? We’d love your feedback!
What’s been helpful? What would you like to see added? Drop your thoughts in the comments or send us a message.

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06/06/2025

📢 New Opportunity in Eastleigh!
💼 Scheduling Operations Planner
💷 £18.50/hour | 🚀 Immediate Start | 🏢 Full-time

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading housing provider looking for a proactive and organised Scheduling Operations Planner to join their HomeCare team in Eastleigh.

🔍 Role Highlights:

Coordinate daily schedules for trade operatives
Maximise productivity and minimise travel time
Deliver excellent customer service and support vulnerable residents
Liaise with internal teams, contractors, and suppliers
Use Microsoft Office and CRM systems to manage appointments and updates

🎯 Ideal Candidate:

Strong communicator with office experience
Skilled in multitasking and prioritising under pressure
Confident using Outlook, Excel, and Teams
Team player with a customer-first mindset

📍 Based in Eastleigh, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and fast-paced environment.

📩 Interested or know someone who might be?
Get in touch today or apply now!

03/06/2025

📣 We're Hiring on Behalf of Our Client!
💼 Marketing Assistant – 12-Month FTC
📍 Yeovil | Up to £25,000 per annum + Benefits

Are you a detail-driven multitasker with a passion for marketing? We’re supporting a dynamic client in Yeovil in their search for a Marketing Assistant to join their fast-paced team on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

🔹 Up to £25,000 per annum
🔹 Full-time, 12-month FTC
🔹 Supportive team environment
🔹 Exciting mix of digital, admin, and creative work

What You’ll Be Doing:
✔️ Supporting marketing campaigns and events
✔️ Creating and scheduling social media content (including video)
✔️ Proofreading and editing marketing materials
✔️ Managing spreadsheets, trackers, and reports (Excel skills essential)
✔️ Liaising with suppliers and processing purchase orders
✔️ Keeping marketing assets organised and up to date

What We’re Looking For:
✅ Strong admin experience in a busy team
✅ Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
✅ Confident with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
✅ Proactive, organised, and process-driven
✅ Experience with social media and online marketing is a plus

📩 Based in or near Yeovil and ready to make an impact? Apply now or tag someone who’d be a great fit!

03/06/2025

🌿 We're Hiring on Behalf of Our Client!
💼 Grounds Maintenance Operative
📍 Eastleigh & Surrounding Areas | Full-Time | £16.25/hour + Van + Benefits

We’re supporting a respected client in their search for a dedicated Grounds Maintenance Operative to help maintain beautiful, safe, and welcoming outdoor spaces across their managed estates.

🔹 £16.25/hour
🔹 Company van provided
🔹 Full-time with great benefits
🔹 Work across Eastleigh and nearby areas

Your Day-to-Day Will Include: ✔️ Grass cutting, hedge trimming, pruning, and w**d control
✔️ Litter picking and general grounds upkeep
✔️ Using PDAs to log visits and tasks
✔️ Maintaining tools, equipment, and vehicles
✔️ Following health & safety procedures and best horticultural practices

What You’ll Need: ✅ Experience in grounds maintenance or similar roles
✅ Knowledge of horticultural tools and techniques
✅ PA1 & PA6a pesticide certificates (or equivalent)
✅ Full UK driving licence with towing capability
✅ A positive, courteous, and customer-focused attitude

🌱 Ready to work outdoors and make a visible difference? Apply now or tag someone who’d be perfect for this role!

03/06/2025

📢 We're Hiring on Behalf of Our Client!
💼 Finance Officer (Payables)
📍 Eastleigh | Full-Time | £18.00/hour + Benefits

We're supporting a valued client in their search for a skilled Finance Officer (Payables) to join their Finance & IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, supportive environment where your attention to detail and finance expertise will make a real impact.

🔹 £18.00/hour
🔹 Full-time role with excellent benefits
🔹 Based in Eastleigh

Your Role Will Include:
✔️ Managing invoice registration and matching
✔️ Handling supplier queries with professionalism
✔️ Running weekly payments and reconciling statements
✔️ Supporting compliance with HMRC CIS requirements
✔️ Contributing to continuous improvement of finance processes

Ideal Candidate:
✅ 2+ years’ experience in a finance environment
✅ Strong accuracy and data entry skills
✅ Excellent communication and basic Excel knowledge
✅ A proactive, team-oriented approach

📩 Interested or know someone who might be? Get in touch today!

30/05/2025

🚨 New Opportunity: Executive Assistant to Executive Director 🚨

📍 Eastleigh | 💼 Full-Time

We're recruiting on behalf of a respected organisation in Eastleigh that’s looking for a highly capable Executive Assistant to support their Executive Director. If you're a strategic thinker with top-tier organisational skills, this could be your next big move.

🔑 Key Responsibilities:

✔️ Provide high-level executive and strategic support

✔️ Liaise with Board Members and senior stakeholders

✔️ Manage projects and conduct business research

✔️ Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting materials

✔️ Handle confidential communications and financial admin

🎯 Ideal Candidate:

✅ Strong literacy, numeracy, and research skills

✅ Excellent organizational and communication abilities

✅ Calm under pressure and thrives in dynamic settings

✅ Confident working autonomously and collaboratively

📩 Interested or know someone perfect for the role?

Apply now or get in touch

Send a message to learn more

21/05/2025

🧠 How Can We Better Support Veterans’ Mental Health?
We’re proud to spotlight our partnership with Combat Stress, the UK’s leading charity for veterans’ mental health.

At OWOA, we personally signpost veterans to Combat Stress—making sure those who’ve served can access the trusted support they deserve.

Because mental health is part of the employment journey, and it deserves space in the workplace.

💬 How can employers better support veterans’ wellbeing?
Tag someone who should see this and join the conversation.

16/05/2025

📢 New Whitepaper: The Value of Veterans in the Civilian Workforce

Did you know…

🎯 Veterans are nearly 2x more likely to be unemployed than civilians in the UK.
💡 Diverse leadership = +19% innovation revenue.
🧠 Veterans bring problem-solving, leadership, adaptability.
📉 The UK’s skills shortage could cost £120B by 2030—veterans can help bridge it.

Our latest whitepaper reveals how military experience drives real business impact.
It’s packed with data, success stories, and strategies to help UK employers unlock veteran talent.

📥 Get your free copy now
👉 www.owoa.co.uk/toolkit