
SaBRE Briefings
SaBRE Briefings are a series of communications, designed to bring employers and their Reservist employees important information quickly and clearly, and encourage dialogue between us.
Download PDF versions of them here.
SaBRE Briefing 1 - Employer Notification
From the feedback SaBRE has been receiving, it's clear that one of the biggest concerns among employers is not knowing whether they have Reservists in their workforce.
SaBRE Briefing 2 - Changes to Employer's Financial Assistance
As a result of the armed forces operation in Iraq, the question of financial assistance for employers of mobilised Reservists has come under close scrutiny at the MOD.
SaBRE Briefing 3 - Reservists in Humanitarian roles
Reservists play an increasingly important part in the defence capability of our Armed Forces. In this post-Cold War environment, much of the work involves peacekeeping and humanitarian relief operations.
SaBRE Briefing 4 - Future use of Reservists
Since 1996, when the Reserve Forces Act was passed, the importance of the Reservists to the capability of the country's Armed Forces has increased significantly.
SaBRE Briefing 5 - What we've learnt about employers and Reservists
SaBRE was set up in order to provide support and information for members of the Volunteer Reserve Forces (VRF) and you, their employers, in equal measure.
SaBRE Briefing 6 - Returning From Mobilisation
The time when a Reservist returns to work after mobilisation can be challenging both for the Reservist and their employer.
SaBRE Briefing 7 - The benefits of good communication
Through SaBRE, you can keep up to date about your rights and responsibilities, and have ready access to assistance with any aspect of working with Reservist employees.
SaBRE Briefing December - The Mobilisation Process
This guide provides an overview of the mobilisation process, and steers you towards the detailed information and support available.
SaBRE Briefing March - Reservist Training - The Commitments and Benefits
Training and serving as a Reservist develops a whole range of skills and qualities that can be of direct relevance to the workplace.
SaBRE Briefing July - Reservists around the worldReservists are in many countries around the world. In this document we find out what they are doing.
SaBRE Briefing November - Recognising the full potential of your ReservistIn this issue of SaBRE briefings, four employers and a reservist share their experiences on the benefits of applying Reservist skills to the workplace.
In this issue of SaBRE briefings, two Reservists and two employers share their experiences.
Read what employers have to say about employing reservists
This SaBRE briefing illustrates the value of employer and Reservist contributions to communities worldwide.
SaBRE Publications
SaBRE has produced a series of publications to give employers and Reservists the support, advice and information that they need. Download PDF versions of them here.
A guide to employing Reservists
This brochure for employers provides a comprehensive guide to employing Reservists.
An introduction to employing Reservists
This leaflet is designed as a one stop for new employers of Reservists.
Reservists: An asset to employers
Brochure for employers, explaining the benefits of employing Reservists.
Working with your employer: A guide for Reservists
This leaflet for Reservists provides information and advice on working with your employer.
SaBRE Research Reports
The potential impact of Reserve Forces training & experience on business & organisation leadership
A report on the potential intellectual capital gains to businesses, and other organisations, across the UK from the learning and development achieved by members of the Reserve Forces.
The benefits of service in the Volunteer Reserve Forces (VRF)
A report on the direct benefits that service in the VRF provides to civilian employers of Reservists.
Volunteering for a successful business
A report on the flexible working opportunities provided by employers to staff undertaking voluntary work and on the potential business benefits of such support.
MOD Joint Service Publications
JSP 532 Guidance for Reservists returning to civilian employment following a period of mobilised service
Detailed advice on the procedures for applying for reinstatement.
JSP 584 New Financial Assistance Regulations for Reservists and their employers
Leaflet for Reservists and their employers, explaining the new financial assistance regulations and what you need to do to claim.
JSP 811 Unit Employer Support Officer information and guidance (2006 edition)
This booklet is designed to be a practical guide for Unit Employer Support Officer (UESO).
JSP 766 The Defence Directive on Employer Support
This booklet descirbes the framework within which the support to employers of Reservists is provided.
JSP 516 The Reserve Forces Act 1996
This leaflet for Reservists is a guide to RFA 96 and related regulations.
