The Poppy Factory’s employability service supports wounded, injured and sick veterans back into meaningful and sustainable employment.
Our employment support is available to individuals who have served for one day or more in the Armed Forces or Reserves, and consider themselves to have any kind of physical or mental health condition.
Support near you
The Poppy Factory’s employability consultants are based regionally throughout England and Wales, offering regular one-to-one remote contact with veterans.
They help each veteran research and apply for job opportunities in their region, and offer ongoing in-work support.
We work with amazing individuals who have loyally served this country.
The skills and experiences they have gained during Service are extremely valuable and employers benefit hugely from their expertise.
Veterans with health conditions supported into more than 200 jobs since lockdown
13 January 2021More than 200 jobs have been secured by veterans with mental and physical health conditions since the first UK lockdown, following employment support from The Poppy Factory. The charity has ... Read More
Bob joins Ambulance Service at height of pandemic
11 January 2021After serving in the Royal Military Police, Bob experienced some difficulties in his civilian career that had a serious impact on his mental health. With support from The Poppy Factory, ... Read More
It’s a dog’s life for former Royal Marine Liam
7 January 2021Just one year after being recruited into the Royal Marines, Liam’s dreams of a long military career were cut short by a serious back injury during training. Then the 24-year-old ... Read More