NPTA said the Armed Forces community brings a wealth of transferable skills including discipline, reliability, leadership, and problem-solving all of which are highly valued in pest control.
To help NPTA members tap into this talent pool, the association has partnered with the Career Transition Partnership (CTP) to support members who recruit service leavers and ex-military personnel.
Through this initiative, members can access benefits such as:
- 50% funding towards RSPH Level 2 training;
- Refunded employer National Insurance contributions for recruits;
- Advertising of vacancies via the NPTA Careers page; and
- Direct support from CTP advisers to help shape job adverts and connect with highly capable candidates.
Kevin Lawrenson, NPTA chief executive, said: “This programme not only helps strengthen your business but also supports individuals embarking on their next career chapter.
“You can also meet the CTP team at PestTech, where they’ll be on hand to discuss how they can support your business in hiring ex-service personnel.”
