Month: December 2025

The Phoenix Collegiate celebrate successful CCF growth

Our Association is proud to work with Combined Cadet Forces across our six counties, supporting their growth and championing the value and benefits that they can bring to young people. One Combined Cadet Force – The Phoenix Collegiate CCF based in West Bromwich – is an example of a CCF that has thoroughly embraced the development opportunities available to its staff and students. …

From Forces to Future Leaders: A personal journey from Service to Senior Leadership in education

“Transitioning from military life to a civilian career can feel daunting, especially when you’re unsure how your experience will translate.” Squadron Leader Luke Horobin, a senior leader at The Phoenix Collegiate, shares his journey from a military to civilian career with us. In the article below, he talks about the qualifications he has since gained, and why having the support of his employer…

Exercise SLIM SUMMER 2025

Over the summer Officer Cadets from Birmingham University Officer Training Corps (BUOTC) deployed to the Magilligan Training Centre in Northern Ireland, for a jam packed schedule of adventure training. Splitting the training into three phases allowed the Officer Cadets to experience a broad range of activities and skills, with some also taking part in a leadership cadre to become a Junior Under Officer….

ESCO Maritime Solutions Publicly Signs Armed Forces Covenant

ESCO Maritime Solutions proudly hosted a public signing ceremony to formalise its pledge to the Armed Forces Covenant, reinforcing its dedication to supporting members of the UK Armed Forces community. The event, held at ESCO’s headquarters, brought together senior leadership, employees, and representatives from the Ministry of Defence to witness the company’s commitment to ensuring fair treatment and opportunity for those who serve,…