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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!
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Principais informações e contactos
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
Comandante
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
Comandante Adjunto
O Tenente-Coronel Konstantinious juntou-se à ACF no final dos anos 80 como um jovem à procura de um desafio e aventura. Mais de 30 anos depois, essa aventura continua. Depois de completar o seu serviço de cadete, tornou-se CFAV e ocupou muitos cargos importantes, incluindo Sargento-Mor da Companhia, Oficial de Tiro do Setor, Comandante do Destacamento e Comandante da Companhia. Durante a sua nomeação como ADC do Lord Mayor da cidade de Londres e embaixadora da ACF, alargou a participação dos jovens em Londres e estabeleceu ligações com profissionais do sector, oferecendo aos jovens oportunidades únicas de experiência profissional. Como Vice-Comandante, a Tenente-Coronel K concentra-se no desenvolvimento de potenciais oficiais subalternos através de um programa de orientação. A Tenente-Coronel K gosta de estar onde a ação está e continua a apoiar a formação de cadetes sempre que possível. Quando não está a trabalhar na ACF, a Tenente-Coronel K é uma treinadora de desenvolvimento multifacetada. Também ensina artes marciais e técnicas de defesa pessoal em escolas locais.
Major A Ellison
Cadete Oficial Executivo
Estudou holandês (BA (hons)) e linguística (MA) na Universidade de Hull e mudou-se para Londres em 1998, onde trabalhou para várias empresas que utilizavam o holandês. Em 2001, iniciou uma carreira no governo local, trabalhando para 3 conselhos do sudeste de Londres. Entrou para a ACF em 2014 e foi comissionado em Westbury em 2016, passando a ocupar cargos como Comandante de Destacamento, Oficial de Relações Públicas, Oficial de Pessoal e, finalmente, Comandante de Companhia. Assumiu o cargo de Diretor Executivo em setembro de 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
Responsável pela formação do sector
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
Sargento-Mor do Setor de Formação
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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Histórias de cadetes
Cdt Fusilier Issom Jr-74 Entrei para a ACF porque me ajuda a aprender competências para salvar vidas e porque se fazem muitos amigos novos. Continuo a ficar aqui porque me ajuda a melhorar a minha saúde física e ajuda-me a sair da minha zona de conforto.
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Histórias de cadetes
Cpl Henden-95 Juntei-me à ACF para experimentar algo novo e fiquei para me tornar alguém mais forte. Ser cadete dá-me um objetivo e uma família que nunca soube que precisava.
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Histórias de cadetes
Cadete Fusilier Dean-94 Entrei para a ACF porque queria fazer alguma coisa à noite, ver os meus amigos, disparar espingardas, 'sabe como é', e fiquei porque não me imaginava a sair. Quando se entra, faz-se parte de uma família.
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Histórias de cadetes
Cabo Maltwood-95 Entrei porque queria experimentar algo diferente, queria tirar o máximo partido da minha vida e conseguir coisas que normalmente não conseguiria, não me apercebi do quanto isso me iria mudar. Tornou-se uma família para mim, um sítio onde posso ir para estar em segurança.
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Citações de cadetes
Cabo Ross-74 Fiquei nos cadetes porque me proporcionou experiências incríveis, fiquei pelos amigos que nunca teria feito e pelas pessoas com quem nunca teria falado, se não fossem os cadetes a juntarem-nos.
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Informações de contacto
Para mais informações, envie-nos um e-mail ou contacte-nos para o escritório abaixo indicado:
Grande Londres Sudeste ACFCasa Hollyhedge
Wat Tyler Road
Blackheath
Londres
SE3 OQZ
- Envie-nos um e-mail: gl-se-ao2@rfca.org.uk
- Contactar-nos: 020 8692 4066
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