Army HIVE Overseas Info

Monday, March 23, 2026

Germany: A Family Adventure in Sauerland: A Fun Filled Weekend

Willingen and Winterburg are not only great for winter sports . They offer family fun all year round. Most families book their spring getaway weeks in advance. Secure your spot now to avoid the rush. This itinerary balances excitement for the kids with relaxation for you.

Saturday: Heights and Lights in Willingen

Morning (10:00 AM): Skywalk Willingen. Walk the world’s longest suspension bridge. It’s safe, thrilling, and offers the best photos of the trip.Families rate this a top-tier experience.

Lunch (1:00 PM): Ettelsberg Hütte. Take the cable car up. Enjoy traditional German pancakes while the kids explore the mountain-top playground.

Afternoon (3:00 PM): Mühlenkopfschanze. Visit the world’s largest ski jump. The glass elevator ride is a hit with children.

Evening (6:00 PM): Dinner at Willinger Brauhaus. A lively atmosphere where kids are welcome. Try the local "Willingen" soft drinks.

Welcome to International HIVE

Welcome to International HIVE, our mission is to provide you with the most up to date information, the Overseas Locations Guides are an in-depth collection of that information.

Brussels - Click here for the Overseas Location Guide.

Brussels - Local Location Guide from the Belgium HIVE.

SHAPE - Click here for the Overseas Location Guide.

SHAPE - Local Location Guide from the Belgium HIVE.

If further information is required, please contact your nearest HIVE or the iHIVE, details below:

SHAPE HIVE Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-SHAPE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Call: +47 (0)1611 678

iHIVE Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-iHIVE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Call: +44 (0)7974 287738

Brunssum: Visit the Donkey Sanctuary L'Oasis des Ânes in Belgium - 5th April 2026

Donkey Refuge, L'Oasis des Ânes is in Belgium, roughly a 40 minute drive from JFC Brunssum. The shelter is open on the first Sunday of the month from 2:00pm to 6:00pm

The sanctuary is open to the public and a guided tour of the refuge is organized every first Sunday of the month. This is when you can meet all the donkeys, explore the stables and pastures, and meet the volunteers. The oasis also has a small cafeteria where you can enjoy a cup of coffee or a soft drink while chatting. A small shop sells all sorts of donkey-related items, such as documentation, stickers, t-shirts, keychains, and much more.

Your weekly guide to the must-see TV across all the channels provided by BFBS. Full listings can be found on our website

For full details and updated listings See Here

Brunssum: Tri-Border Sailing Club - 2026 season open

The NATO Tri-Border Sailing Club (NTSC) is a recognised Club of the Allied Joint Force Command HQ Brunssum (JFCB) Morale and Welfare Activity.

The club has a variety of boats for beginners and advanced sailors. One membership cost allows the unlimited use of boats throughout the season (April - October) at the sailing location in Roermond. Training is also available.

For more information please visit: https://www.sailnato.org/

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Department for Work and Pensions (including Jobcentre Plus) arrangements over Easter

Department for Work and Pensions (including Jobcentre Plus) arrangements are different over Easter in England, Scotland and Wales:

On Friday 3 April offices and phone lines are closed
On Monday 6 April offices and phone lines are closed

From Tuesday 7 April offices and phone lines are open as usual

To make sure people get their payment on a day when our offices are open, arrangements have been made to make some payments early.

If the expected payment date is Friday 3 April or Monday 6 April, then benefits will be on Thursday 2 April.

If the expected payment date is not shown, customers will get their money on their usual payment date.

NAPLES: British Forces Clinic Update re Meningitis B outbreak

💉British Forces Clinic Update 💉

We’re aware of the current Meningitis B outbreak in the UK and understand that this may be worrying for some families.

At present, guidance from the UKHSA indicates that this is a localised outbreak linked to the University of Kent, specifically involving individuals who attended Club Chemistry between 5–7 March 2026. Those identified as being at risk will be contacted directly by the appropriate authorities.

The situation is being closely monitored by UKHSA, the NHS, the Defence Public Health Unit, and Defence Primary Healthcare.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cases-of-invasive-meningococcal-disease-confirmed-in-kent

At this time, there are no plans to offer the Meningitis B vaccine outside of the affected area, and vaccinations will continue in line with the NHS routine immunisation schedule only. Should there be any changes to current guidance, we will share updates and any necessary actions as soon as possible.

📞If you would like to discuss any concerns, please arrange an appointment with a nurse by calling us on +39 081 721 2336.

❗For families with children attending boarding schools in the UK, we kindly ask that any queries are directed to the GP practice where your child is registered, as we do not have access to their medical records. This helps ensure safe and consistent care.

🖥️For more information on symptoms and meningococcal disease, please visit the NHS website. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

Thank you for your support, BFC. 🩵

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE

NAPLES: NEW Vacancy - Learning Support Assistant - Closing Date 10 April 2026

DEPENDANT EMPLOYMENT VACANCY

British Forces School - NAPLES

Learning Support Assistant at British Forces School Naples

2 or 2Q (Qualified)

There is a vacancy for a Learning Support Assistant within BFS Naples School. The employment contract will be for 25 hours term time only.

The initial casual hourly rate of pay for an unqualified LSA2 – 1 is € 14.63 whilst the casual hourly rate of pay for a qualified LSA2-1 is € 16.83.

This job vacancy advert is intended for family members of UK Military personnel or of UK Ministry Defence civilian employees referred to in Article 1 of the NATO SOFA.

The Post is not open to others.

The British Forces School Naples caters for children aged between 3 and 11 years.

Job purpose

To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/ care/ support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. The post holder may be required to work in any class at the school or outside the main teaching areas including off site as directed by the Head Teacher.

The role also involves delivering programmes of teaching and learning activities for children identified as needing additional support, including support programs aimed at providing for the social and emotional needs of pupils within the school.

You will need to enjoy working with children and be a good team member as well as being flexible and reliable.

Safer recruitment practice will be followed, and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post requires a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will be arranged for the successful applicants also the successful applicants will be expected to undergo Security clearance checks.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified dependents who hold Full Provision status in accordance with EJSU SO 1023 and have at least 8 months remaining at Naples. Full job descriptions and application forms may be obtained by sending an email to – CPO Italy via the address: GSO-Italy-LEC_HRRecruitment@mod.gov.uk

Once filled in, the application may be sent to the same address:

GSO-Italy-LEC_HRRecruitment@mod.gov.uk

Closing date and time for applications is 17.00 hrs 10/04/2026. Please be aware that in line with GSO recruitment policy, shortlisting will take place prior to interviews. GSO recruitment policy will be observed at all times.

Melanie Anne Giannolo

Civilian Personnel Officer Italy 18/03/2026