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Apprenticeships

EDF Parent Carer Guide to Applying for Apprenticeships

Links:

https://successatschool.org/

https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/

https://www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk/

https://www.careerpilot.org.uk/information/apprenticeships

https://www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/apprenticeships?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI8s73x8Cl5QIVSNHeCh2l7wBDEAAYASABEgKQTfD_BwE

https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/students

https://amazingapprenticeships.us11.list-manage.com/track/click?u=9f89f859eb0be9d437b1414c3&id=f9dafe1ad1&e=7a45562599

https://mailchi.mp/successatschool/opportunities-at-ibm-pwc-and-east-anglia-university-1281392?e=5a7c3452fc

Higher & Degree Vacancy Listing

NAW2021 A-Z of Apprentices Film

Watch our apprenticeship case study film, The A-Z of female and male apprentices, to discover more about real apprentices, their job roles, the companies they work for and their day to day lives!

Which Apprenticeship Am I? Interactive Quiz

Have you tried our new quiz yet? Match the apprenticeship to the description! Quizzes are a fun and informative way to explore apprenticeships.

For all the latest apprenticeship resources, visit www.apprenticeshipguide.co.uk or follow us on Twitter via @theapp_guide

What’s new? Countryside ranger

New apprenticeship vacancies to apply for

Students interested in working in the great outdoors can fulfil their dream with this level 4 apprenticeship, providing management and protection of the natural environment.

We’ve put together a list of new apprenticeships currently available across the country, including digital marketer, florist and IT support technician.

Apprenticeships to consider if your favourite subject is geography

Employer focus: Royal Mail

If your students love geography, there is a range of careers open to them, from travel consultant to air traffic controller.

Each month we will look at companies and learning providers who deliver apprenticeships and look at what they can offer future apprentices. This month it’s Royal Mail.

National Apprenticeship Week And ASK Programme Free Events 7 To 12th February 2023 Please Register

Further Education

Links:

https://wnc.ac.uk/

https://confetti.ac.uk/

https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/skills-learning/myplace-mansfield/

https://www.nottinghamcollege.ac.uk/

https://www.ntu.ac.uk/life-at-ntu/campuses/brackenhurst-campus

West Notts College Courses:

Construction courses – https://wnc.ac.uk/subject-spotlight/construction.aspx

Computer science courses – https://wnc.ac.uk/subject-spotlight/computer-science.aspx

Hospitality courses – https://wnc.ac.uk/subject-spotlight/hospitality-and-catering.aspx

Motor vehicle courses –https://wnc.ac.uk/subject-spotlight/motor-vehicle.aspx

https://bilborough.ac.uk/about/open-days/

Creative arts courses – https://wnc.ac.uk/subject-spotlight/creative-media.aspx

HE/Post 16

Links:

https://ideas4careers.co.uk/

https://www.uk250.co.uk/University/

https://university.which.co.uk/

https://www.ucas.com/

Work Experience

Links:

https://www.sfh-tr.nhs.uk/work-for-us/work-experience/

https://successatschool.org/advicedetails/506/Work-Experience-Ideas

https://barclayslifeskills.com/

STEM & Medical Sciences Work Experience 

Parents

Links:

https://ideas4careers.co.uk

https://inspiringfutures.org.uk/parents

https://www.careersandenterprise.co.uk/

https://www.theukrules.co.uk/rules/employment/benefits/child/payment-dates.html

https://www.gov.uk/know-when-you-can-leave-school

Success Beyond School Events

Information for Parent Child benefits 

Nottingham College Open Events

Inspire

For schools in the following areas, please remember the offer from Inspire.  They offer a range of programmes for young people aged 16 to 24 from 9 specialist centres across Nottinghamshire:

Eastbourne House (Sutton in Ashfield), MyPlace at the Westfield Folkhouse (Mansfield), Hucknall Young People’s Centre, Eastwood Young People’s Centre, Arnold Redhill Young People’s Centre, Stapleford Young People’s Centre, Worksop Library (currently based at The Crossing) , Retford Young People’s Centre and Newark Library.

https://issuu.com/inspire41/docs/final_artwork_16-24_brochure_13_may

https://www.inspireculture.org.uk/skills-learning/study-programmes/

https://www.facebook.com/InspireLearning1624

Short course opportunities we are running here at Brackenhurst!

The courses will be running from the 25th July this year, for one week.

For Equine

Exploring Equine Science for 15 – 17 Year Olds Short Course | Nottingham Trent University

For Animal

Absolutely Animal Science for 15 – 17 year olds Short Course | Nottingham Trent University

For Wildlife

Wildlife Conservation and Ecology for 15 – 17 Year Olds | Nottingham Trent University

Get your FREE careers guides for parents and carers

Research

Links:

https://ideas4careers.co.uk/school-services/careers-guidance-students/

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/

Other Useful Links

https://www.cvhelp.co.uk/blog/cv-basics

https://www.intelligent.com/create-a-study-plan/

https://www.intelligent.com/study-smart-before-exams/

https://www.intelligent.com/take-effective-notes/

https://www.intelligent.com/manage-your-stress/

https://www.intelligent.com/use-test-taking-strategies-on-exam-day/

Start Platform Start is a digital careers platform with the information, advice and tools to help your students to explore and plan for their future

Life Skills

WNC Career Coach

https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/careers

https://practicereasoningtests.com/psychometric-tests/  – a complete guide for students in dealing with psychometric  tests during interview processes for internships and first full-time jobs

https://practicereasoningtests.com/practice-aptitude-tests   – free practice tests, including numerical, verbal and inductive reasoning tests

http://magazine.decisionz.co.uk/books/tkcy/#p=1 – Nottinghamshire Decisionz managine

https://futurelearncareers.com/

WIKIJOBS:

  • https://www.wikijob.co.uk/content/application-advice/cvs/how-write-cv
  • https://www.wikijob.co.uk/content/jobs-and-careers/jobs-by-major
  • https://www.practicereasoningtests.com/shl-tests/
  • https://www.123test.com/inductive-reasoning-test/
  • https://www.123test.com/spatial-reasoning-test/

 LiveCareer:

  • Student CV Template: How to Write + 10+ Examples
  • How to Write a Good CV for a Job in the UK (+ Examples)
  • Key Skills to Put on Your CV (List of 50+ Examples)
  • Best Examples of Hobbies and Interests To Put On Your CV 2022

IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YEAR 11 PUPILS AND PARENTS

Y11

In This Section

  • Careers Introduction
  • Careers Information
  • Career Learning Journeys
  • Careers Programme
  • Careers Additional Links
  • Apprenticeships
  • Destinations
  • Alumni
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