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Ready to step out of your comfort zone, master life-changing skills, and build friendships that last a lifetime? Join the Army Cadets today!
Whether you are a young person looking for your next big adventure or an adult ready to inspire the next generation, the Army Cadets is where potential meets opportunity.
From action-packed fieldcraft, shooting, and first aid to cutting-edge cyber, radio communications, adventurous training, sports and music – there is truly something for everyone. Plus, you can earn CV-boosting BTECs and Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards along the way, giving you a real edge for your future.
For our adult instructors (or Cadet Force Adult Volunteers) aged 18+, no military background is needed – just the enthusiasm to make a difference. You will join a forward-thinking, inclusive team that prioritises personal growth, wellbeing, and community impact, all while gaining nationally recognised leadership and training qualifications for yourself.
Are you ready to unlock your full potential and see how far you can go? Join us today!
Lorg buidheann
Na Staitistig againn
809+
Caideatan
136+
Saor-thoilich Inbheach Feachd nan Cadetan
140
Pasganan DofE
22
Sgaraidhean
Prìomh fhiosrachadh agus fiosrachadh conaltraidh
Greater London South East Sector Army Cadet Force spans the Greater London boroughs of Lambeth, Southwark, Greenwich, Lewisham, Bromley and Bexley and comprises over 800 cadets (aged 12 to 17 years old) and over 120 adult instructors (aged 18 or over).
Our Headquarters is located at Hollyhedge House in Blackheath, where you will find our dedicated team of professional support staff (PSS) and cadet force adult volunteers (CFAVs) overseeing the smooth-running of the organisation across south east London.
Colonel M Puller
Ceannard
Colonel Puller took post as Commandant of Greater London South East Sector Army Cadet Force in November 2025. Col Puller’s involvement with the Ministry of Defence (MOD) sponsored cadet forces started in 2006, as a member of the Air Cadet Organisation, and he has held a variety of roles, from commanding squadrons to various Sector, Wing and Region staff officer roles across the UK. From 2012-2015, Col Puller was School Cadet Expansion Officer at the Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association for North West England and the Isle of Man (NWRFCA), leading the Cadet Expansion Programme supporting the opening of new cadet units in schools across the region. This was followed by numerous corporate communications and transformation roles within the Defence Equipment and Support (DE&S) and Chief of Defence People (CDP) directorates at the Ministry of Defence. He is currently Portfolio and Strategy Director for a FTSE250 listed IT company, as well as an experienced Non Executive Director, having served on numerous Boards in the higher education, healthcare and charitable sectors. Col Puller studied Music and Modern Languages (French and German) at the University of Durham, holds an Executive MBA from the University of Surrey, and enjoys travel and music.
Lieutenant Colonel D Konstantinious
Leas-Cheannard
Chaidh an Leifteanant-Còirneal Konstantinious a-steach don ACF aig deireadh nan 80an mar òganach a’ sireadh dùbhlan agus dàn-thuras. Còrr is 30 bliadhna às deidh sin, tha an dàn-thuras sin a’ leantainn. Às deidh dhi a seirbheis chaideat a chrìochnachadh, thàinig i gu bhith na CFAV agus tha i air mòran dhreuchdan cudromach a chumail, nam measg Màidsear-Shàirdeant Companaidh, Oifigear Losgaidh Roinne, Ceannard Sgìre agus Ceannard Companaidh. Rè a dreuchd mar ADC do Àrd-bhàillidh Cathair Lunnainn agus tosgaire airson an ACF, leudaich i com-pàirteachadh dhaoine òga air feadh Lunnainn agus tha i air ceanglaichean a dhèanamh le proifeiseantaich gnìomhachais a’ tabhann chothroman sònraichte do dhaoine òga airson eòlas obrach. Mar Leas-Cheannard, tha an Leifteanant-Còirneal K ag amas air oifigearan òga a leasachadh tro phrògram comhairleachaidh. Is toigh leis an Leifteanant-Còirneal K a bhith far a bheil an gnìomh agus tha e a’ leantainn air adhart a’ toirt taic do thrèanadh chaideatan far a bheil e practaigeach. Nuair nach eil e aig an ACF, tha an Leifteanant-Còirneal K na Coidse Leasachaidh ioma-thaobhach. Bidh i cuideachd a’ teagasg sgilean Ealain Armachd agus Fèin-dhìon ann an sgoiltean ionadail.
Major A Ellison
Oifigear Riaghlaidh nan Caideat
Rinn e sgrùdadh air BA (le urram) Duitsis agus MA ann an cànanachas aig Oilthigh Hull agus ghluais e a Lunnainn ann an 1998 far an robh e ag obair do dhiofar chompanaidhean a bha a’ cleachdadh Duitsis. Thòisich e air dreuchd ann an Riaghaltas Ionadail ann an 2001, ag obair do 3 comhairlean ann an ear-dheas Lunnainn. Chaidh e a-steach don ACF ann an 2014 agus fhuair e coimisean aig Westbury ann an 2016, far an do ghlèidh e dreuchdan mar Cheannard Sgìre, Oifigear PR, Oifigear Luchd-obrach agus mu dheireadh Ceannard Companaidh. Ghabh e thairis mar Cheannard san t-Sultain 2024.
Greater London South East Sector Army Cadet Force is structured into three sub-units:
7 Company – headquartered at the Army Reserve Centre in Tulse Hill and covering the London boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark with units in Kennington, Camberwell, Clapham, Tulse Hill and Dulwich/Forest Hill.
9 Company – with its headquarters at the Grove Park Army Reserve Centre, 9 Company covers the London boroughs of Greenwich and Lewisham and has units in Blackheath, Woolwich, Thamesmead, Eltham, Grove Park and Catford/Southend.
10 Company – headquarters located at the Cadet Training Centre in Orpington, covering the London boroughs of Bromley and Bexley, with units in Penge, Grove Park, Bromley, Orpington, Sidcup, Bexleyheath and Belvedere.
Additionally, Greater London South East Sector has a thriving Corps of Drums (80 Detachment), which parades at our Blackheath Cadet Training Centre on a Monday and Wednesday evening.
Major D Twigg
Oifigear Trèanaidh na Roinne
Major Derek Twigg has been with the Army Cadet Force for over 21 years, working in a range of Detachment, Company and Sector roles across the south east of England, rising through the ranks and building a deep, hands-on understanding of how the organisation works and the challenges it faces. He joined Greater London South East Sector ACF as its Training Officer in early 2026. His leadership style is approachable, adaptable, and focused on getting the best out of people - whether young or young at heart. Creating a positive, supportive environment where cadets and CFAVs can progress and build their confidence, try new things, and feel part of a strong supportive team and community, is something he’s strongly committed to. Outside of the ACF, Maj Twigg works in local government. He is married to Heather and has five daughters and five grandchildren.
WO2 (TSM) H Stallard
Àrd-Shàirdeant Trèanaidh Roinn
SMI Stallard joined the ACF in 2010 as a cadet, starting her journey as a young person looking for challenge, development and new experiences. She remained a cadet until leaving to study Graphic Design at the London College of Communication, UAL. After completing her studies, she returned to the ACF as an adult volunteer, keen to give back to the organisation that played a key role in her own development. Since returning, she has been heavily involved in delivering training at detachment and sector level, with a particular focus on making training engaging, practical and accessible for all cadets. As Sector Training Sergeant Major, SMI Stallard focuses on maintaining high training standards across the sector while supporting the development of both cadets and adult volunteers. She is particularly passionate about creating positive training environments where young people can build confidence, resilience and essential life skills. In her civilian career, SMI Stallard works as a Senior Graphic Designer. Outside of the ACF, she is a keen gym-goer and football lover, maintaining a strong focus on fitness and personal discipline."
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Sgeulachdan caideat
Cdt Fusilier Issom Jr-74 Chaidh mi a-steach don ACF oir tha e gam chuideachadh le bhith ag ionnsachadh sgilean teasairginn-beatha agus gheibh thu cothrom tòrr charaidean ùra a dhèanamh. Tha mi fhathast a’ fuireach an seo oir tha e gam chuideachadh le bhith a’ leasachadh mo shlàinte corporra agus gam chuideachadh le bhith a’ faighinn a-mach às mo raon comhfhurtachd.
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Sgeulachdan caideat
Cpl Henden-95 Chaidh mi a-steach don ACF gus rudeigin ùr fheuchainn agus dh'fhan mi gus a bhith nam chuideigin nas làidire. Tha a bhith nam chaideat a’ toirt adhbhar agus teaghlach dhomh nach robh fios agam a-riamh a bha a dhìth orm.
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Sgeulachdan caideat
Cadet Fusilier Dean-94 Chaidh mi a-steach don ACF oir bha mi airson rudeigin a dhèanamh anns na feasgaran agam, faicinn mo charaidean, raidhfilean a losgadh 'tha fios agad air na rudan làitheil', dh’fhuirich mi oir cha b’ urrainn dhomh mi fhìn a shamhlachadh a’ falbh. Cho luath ‘s a tha thu a-staigh tha thu a-staigh agus nad phàirt de theaghlach.
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Sgeulachdan nan Caideat
Corporal Maltwood-95 Chaidh mi a-steach leis gun robh mi airson rudeigin eadar-dhealaichte fheuchainn, bha mi airson a’ chuid as fheàrr fhaighinn às mo bheatha agus rudan a choileanadh nach dèanainn mar as trice, cha robh mi mothachail air cho mòr ’s a dh’atharraicheadh e mi. Tha e air a bhith na theaghlach dhomh, na àite airson a dhol a dh’fhuireach sàbhailte.
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Abairtean caideat
Corporal Ross-74 Tha mi a’ fuireach anns na caideatan oir tha e air eòlasan iongantach a thoirt dhomh, dh’fhuirich mi airson nan caraidean nach biodh mi air dèanamh a-riamh agus na daoine nach biodh mi air bruidhinn riutha a-riamh, mura b’ e airson nan caideatan a thug sinn còmhla.
Naidheachdan is Ùrachaidhean nam Meadhanan as Ùire
Faigh na naidheachdan as ùire bho bhuidhnean air feadh na RA, a’ gabhail a-steach sgeulachdan brosnachail, turasan iongantach, agus tachartasan a tha ri thighinn.
Cadet’s First Aid Skills Help Seriously Injured Man
22 An Dàmhair 2026
Prestigious Award for Cadet’s Life-Saving Actions
20 An Dàmhair 2026
Surrey ACF Cadet Named Top Student on Master Cadet Course 26/05
16 An Dàmhair 2026
Fiosrachadh conaltraidh
Airson tuilleadh fiosrachaidh, cuir post-d thugainn no cuir fios thugainn aig an oifis gu h-ìosal:
ACF Lunnainn Mhòr Ear-dheasTaigh Hollyhedge
Rathad Wat Tyler
Monadh Dubh
Lunnainn
SE3 OQZ
- Cuir post-d thugainn: gl-se-ao2@rfca.org.uk
- Cuir fòn thugainn: 020 8692 4066
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