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USEFUL CAREER RELATED WEBSITES WWW.ANNIESLAND.AC.UK The following pages list useful websites relating to careers, jobs, taking a gap year, training, apprenticeships, applying for education and labour market information. There are also some useful websites which might be of interest to international students. Links correct as of August 2010.
Contents FINDING OUT ABOUT CAREERS ........................................................ 3 How to plan your career ................................................................ 3 Information on types of jobs .......................................................... 3 Labour Market Information ........................................................... 3 FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION ................................................. 3 Finding a course ............................................................................. 3 Student Finance ................................................................................ 4 LOOKING FOR WORK & TRAINING .................................................... 4 Vacancies ....................................................................................... 4 HELP WITH EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS ................................................... 6 TRADES – TRAINING – APPRENTICESHIPS ......................................... 6 Taking a Year Out / Working Overseas ............................................. 7 Not going to university? ................................................................... 8 Starting your own business .............................................................. 8 INTERNATIONAL ............................................................................... 9 Volunteering & Work Experience ................................................... 10 Daily News Papers Online ............................................................... 10
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FINDING OUT ABOUT CAREERS How to plan your career www.careers-scotland.org.uk
Information on types of jobs www.planitplus.net
www.prospects.ac.uk
www.connexions-direct.com/jobs4u www.careersa-z.co.uk
www.careers-in-sport.co.uk Labour Market Information www.prospects.ac.uk
www.scotland.gov.uk Follow links: Topics/Economy/labour-market. FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION Finding a course www.opendays.com www.ucas.com
Plan your career using the "Career Journey" planner. This site covers everything from making a CV to job profiles, applying for further and higher education courses and sections on funding for education. It also have a section on finding vacancies Click on “Career Zone”. ‘Career Area’ is useful to look at jobs within the same area – you may find something that you hadn’t thought of before. Click on the area that interests you, then whichever job/s appeal. Use the hyperlinks at the bottom of each job description to link into many more useful websites. Alternatively, click on “Job Profiles” which offers an alphabetical list of job descriptions. Look at the Careers Advice and click on “Use your Qualification”, then “Options with your subject”. Click on the subject that you are thinking of studying to find out the skills you will have to learn on the course Explore job families or by job title A – Z. Take a look at the exciting jobs you can do with Science and Maths. Either type in the job title, which you would like information on or search alphabetically for a job of interest. A career in sport guide that provides an in-depth analysis of the different options available for 16 - 19 year olds. Click on 'Explore Job Sectors' within the Jobs & Work section for advice on the current state of the sector and advice on getting a job within it. Scottish Government website with labour market information on Scottish industries and trends. Analysis is presented in a user-friendly, clear and accessible manner using robust and reliable information.
The university and college open day directory. Find out when universities and colleges are having open days. Search for higher education courses using ‘Course Search’. Search using UCAS code or by course title. Videos provided online with instructions and tips on how to apply to university and fill in your UCAS application.
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WEB LINK www.timesonline.co.uk/education
www.uni-uk.co.uk
www.ukcoursefinder.co.uk
www.learndirectscotland.com
www.prospectusuk.com
WHY THIS SITE IS USEFUL Click on the 'Good University Guide' then ‘Full rankings and subject tables 2010 to access a list of UK universities graded according to various criterion including teaching, research, student/staff ratio & graduate prospect. Uni-UK is the place to come if you want to meet other students, search for a university course, accommodation or local student friendly businesses & events and much more. Helpful questionnaire to pinpoint your interests in 150+ degree disciplines, or use the PowerSearch tool to locate courses that match your specific requirements. Can help you choose from thousands of courses across Scotland and give advice on funding. Click on 'Course search' or 'Find a local learning centre'. Students wanting to know more information about university or college courses can order a prospectus from UK institutions for free from this site. Choose up to 10 university prospectuses for immediate delivery to be despatched within 24 hours. In addition, your details will be passed on to the university or college, so that they are aware of your interest.
Student Finance www.student-support-saas.gov.uk
LOOKING FOR WORK & TRAINING Vacancies www.monster.co.uk
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www.meridianbs.co.uk
Click on the jobs tab to search for jobs or use the CV or advice tabs to search for help on a variety of jobsearch related areas. An on-line recruitment agency. Click on the employment sector you are interested in.
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College courses at Higher National Certificate / Diploma level often have the same finance arrangements as university. This site gives you full information about student finance. Click on your relevant residency category which links to support, including a useful entitlement calculator. www.everythingyouwantedtoknow.com Click on 'Student Finance' then the option you want to find out more about: loans, sponsorships, grants or disabled students allowance www.ilascotland.org.uk Set up an Individual Learning Account under the Individual Learning Accounts Scotland scheme (ILA's) in partnership with Skills Development Scotland (SDS).
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www.easyworkuk.com
www.goodmoves.co.uk scotland.jobjourney.co.uk jobseekers.direct.gov.uk www.glasgow.gov.uk/vacancies
www.gha.org.uk www.scotcareers.co.uk www.fish4jobs.co.uk www.worktrain.gov.uk www.agencycentral.co.uk www.careerjet.co.uk www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk
www.localjobsearch.co.uk
www.balfourbeatty.co.uk
www.grb.uk.com www.remit.co.uk
www.networkrailcareers.co.uk www.employme.com
www.kwik-fit.com www.britishgasacademy.co.uk
Provides work experience programmes to students from all over the world. Click on 'programs' to find paid and unpaid work experience opportunities. Vacancies in the UK in voluntary, public and private sectors including the NHS, finance, retail and in higher education. Click on the geographical location you are interested in or the latest UK jobs. Search for jobs, training, careers, childcare or voluntary work. Job vacancies with Glasgow City Council. New vacancies usually at the beginning of the month; after which live for a couple of weeks Search for vacancies with Glasgow Housing Association. For job search, creating your CV, and careers advice. Create email alerts for your preferred employment Jobs and information on job search Jobs, training, careers, childcare and voluntary work Access to recruitment and jobsites Employment search engine Click on “Job Search Now!” after which for the next few screens you will specify what type of job you are looking for and what hours and location you would prefer to work. There are hundreds of job vacancies on this database. Find jobs in your local area. Also, many useful links for jobs in Accounting, Working Abroad, Travel Jobs, Graduate Jobs, Agriculture, Nursing and lots more. Contains many opportunities that they have to offer in its operating companies. You can also discover how they can support learning and career development. Graduate jobs in the UK Retail Motor Industry Training. The automotive industry providing structured apprenticeships across the UK, working in partnership with local colleges. Select the ‘Careers’ tab for job vacancies, training and career opportunities with Network Rail. Put your CV online. Fill in your details, where you want to work, when you are available and let EmployME.com do the rest. Select the ‘Careers’ tab for information on vacancies and apprenticeships. Provides information on jobs and recruitment in the gas industry. Promoting Careers in Hospitality, Leisure, Travel & Tourism
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www.jobinscotland.com www.jobsgopublic.com www.jobsite.co.uk www.reed.co.uk www.scottishjobs.com www.totaljobs.com www.youthlink.co.uk www.nhsggc.org.uk/recruitment www.jobs.scot.nhs.uk www.paramedic-resource-centre.com www.officeteamuk.com
www.workthing.com www.jobs.ac.uk www.S1jobs.com HELP WITH EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS career-advice.monster.co.uk www.careers-scotland.org.uk
www.planitplus.net
www.alec.co.uk
WHY THIS SITE IS USEFUL Recruitment and employment agency directory for Scotland Wide range of Public Sector and not-for-profit jobs Range of jobs covering major industrial sectors in UK and Europe Jobs and apprenticeships throughout the UK. Browse jobs by specialist area and location. Recruitment website, CV tips, salary surveys, career advice & services to help you manage your career Part & full time jobs across the country. Lots of advice on job hunting. Upload your CV. Information and job vacancy search Vacancies with NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and NHS Recruitment. Paramedical work, training and resources Submit your CV for jobs in Finance and Accounting, for experienced temporary and permanent finance professionals; Financial Services Group, for professionals with expertise in banking and financial services; Management Resources, for senior-level project support and implementation and Office Team, for highly skilled administrative staff. Search jobs by industry Posts in higher education. Research, science, academic and related professionals. Search for jobs in Scotland Advice and tips on job seeking skills. Covers all employability skills. Designing your own CV, interview techniques, job applications and how to choose a job or get into education. Click on ‘Career Zone’, then ‘Career Support’. Here you can also start your CV when you sign up for 'EasyCV'. Alec’s free help with CV writing, resumes, job searching & interviews. Free advice on improving your CV / resume, finding a job and handling interviews. Plus lots of example resumes / CVs, cover letters, psychometric testing, CV / resume distribution, a recruitment agency finder, links to 200,000+ jobs and much more.
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TRADES – TRAINING – APPRENTICESHIPS www.theapprenticeshipguide.co.uk A guide on what apprenticeships are all about and how to look for an apprenticeship opportunity.
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www.baesystems.com
www.citb-constructionskills.co.uk www.snipef.org.uk
www.sectt.org.uk
www.mappit.org.uk www.skillsdevelopmentscotland.co.uk
www.everydaybrilliance.co.uk
www.scottishengineering.org.uk www.ecitb.org.uk www.best-ltd.co.uk www.bt.com/careers www.gtg.co.uk
CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. Start looking for your career in construction. Select the ‘Careers’ tab to find out how to get into the industry and what is on offer. BAE Systems is a global company engaged in the development, delivery and support of advanced defence, security and aerospace systems in the air, on land and at sea. Select the ‘Careers’ tab to find out about opportunities within its established home market businesses around the world. CITB Construction skills, Training, Qualifications and Apprenticeships. Apply for training. Online Application. PLUMBING. SNIPEF is the only recognised industry route for a plumbing apprenticeship is achievement of the Modern Apprenticeship (MA) in Plumbing. Select ‘Become A Plumber’ to find out how to become a plumber. ELECTRICAL WORK. For information on apprenticeships and an online application form to sit the pre-employment assessment. Click on `Assessment’ to try out an example of the test online. MappIT will help you decide whether a Modern Apprenticeship is right for you. Vacancies online. This site offers much information on becoming an apprentice. Skills Development Scotland’s intent is to bring about positive change in Scotland's skills performance. Network Rail offer training opportunities and apprenticeships and you can create your own login to be alerted when vacancies turn up. Scottish Engineering recruitment of engineering apprenticeships. Engineering Construction Industry Training Board Building Services Provides information on Graduate and Apprenticeship recruitment. GTG Training delivers training courses and education in business administration, managers, ITC and it also has a transport division for forklift training, LGV and PSV.
Taking a Year Out / Working Overseas
The following section applies to students that have already completed their college studies and are university applicants or are on a university course.
www.prospects.ac.uk/links/gapyear
Everything you need to know about choosing and planning a gap year in the UK or overseas. This site seeks to increase student employability by helping students recognise the skills they develop whilst undertaking part-time work.
www.insightplus.co.uk
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www.bconstructive.co.uk
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www.raleigh.org.uk
www.internjobs.com www.ciee.org www.aipt.org
www.capitalcityconnections.com www.campamerica.co.uk www.anyworkanywhere.com www.europa.eu
www.yearoutgroup.org Not going to university? www.notgoingtouni.co.uk
www.yearout.com
This site provides paid placements for students in their gap year before or during their degree course, in all areas of engineering, science, IT, e-commerce, business, marketing, finance and logistics. Typically, students earn between £9,000 and £14,000, though some companies will pay more. A non-refundable registration fee of £25 applies. Raleigh International runs 10 week expeditions for volunteers aged 17-24. Opportunities are also available for over 25’s to become volunteer managers. Global database of internships and entry-level positions for students, recent graduates and career changers. Council for International Educational Exchange. The Association for International Practical Training, AIPT runs programmes for students and professionals seeking US work placements. Offering placements in Washington DC. Thousands of camp jobs available in the USA. Camp America offers reliable and affordable summer adventures. Summer work, gap year employment or working holiday opportunities worldwide. Click on ‘EN – Gateway to the European Union’. This site is full of interesting information. For careers the ‘Living in the EU’ section is particularly useful with sections on your rights, travelling, studying and working. Umbrella group representing a range of organisation that offers gap year experiences. For those planning not going to university there are many alternatives. Visit this site for alternative opportunities. Advice, jobs apprenticeships and vocational training for those not thinking of going to university. Specifically for those interested in Mechanical Engineering.
www.volunteerscotland.org.uk Register for voluntary work www.everythingyouwantedtoknow.com Click on ‘Universities’ then ‘Taking a Gap Year/Year Out’ for information, advice and lists of hyperlinks to organisations specialising in gap years. www.gapyearjobs.co.uk Find the right job for your career gap here. Starting your own business Self Employment www.lds4b.com Access training that can make your business more competitive. www.scottish-enterprise.com Scottish Enterprise: Training and help setting up your own business.
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www.yini.org.uk
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INTERNATIONAL ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk/workingintheuk International Graduates Scheme – allows non-European Economic Area (EEA) graduates, who have completed studies in the UK, access work experience and employment in the UK. eacea.ec.europa.eu Eurybase - The Database on Education Systems in Europe www.scotlandistheplace.co.uk Advice on moving to Scotland: Life in Scotland, Education, How to Open a Bank Account, Accommodation, Rules for Work, Work Permits, Advice for Overseas Employers. Opportunities for international students to work two years after graduation though the ‘Fresh Talent’ scheme. www.placementuk.org Website for EU and EEA-based students to undertake placements in the UK. Placements usually pay an allowance of around £500 per month to help cover accommodation and living costs. www.europa.eu.int Click on ‘EN – Gateway to the European Union’. This site is full of interesting information. For careers the ‘Living in the EU’ section is particularly useful with sections on your rights, travelling, studying and working. www.workingintheuk.gov.uk This site aims to provide you with clear information about the various routes open to Foreign Nationals who want to come and work in the United Kingdom. Information on Fresh Talent, Working in Scotland scheme, Worker Registration Scheme, Highly Skilled Migrant Programme, Setting Up Business, Investment and more… www.careers.lon.ac.uk/ijo International Job Online: Online vacancies and careers information site which aims to bring together UK educated International Students (European & Overseas) and Graduate Employers. International JobOnline is a one-stopshop where you can search graduate vacancies, find information on working in the UK and look through country specific careers information. www.unitedeurobridge.org/index.php The United Euro Bridge. Aims to assist the free movement of workers within Europe and to provide information and guidance to placements, employers, and other interested individuals about living and working abroad. The United Euro Bridge also aims to support the placement and recruitment of workers abroad. www.ind.homeoffice.gov.uk The Border and Immigration Agency is a new executive agency of the Home Office. The Agency assumes the responsibilities of the Immigration and Nationality Directorate (IND) for managing immigration control in the UK.
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WEB LINK www.thebigproject.co.uk/news www.Onlinenewspapers.com www.ipl.org/div/news www.newsdirectory.com www.naric.org.uk
Volunteering & Work Experience www.streetwork.org.uk www.prospects.ac.uk/links/workexp
International Newspapers Online
International News, TV, Magazines, Newspapers, Resources and more‌ The National Recognition Information Centre for the United Kingdom, the UK NARIC, is the national agency under contract to the UK Government Department for Education and Skills. UK equivalents of international qualifications can be obtained. NARIC is the only official source of information and advice on international education and training systems and overseas skills and qualifications in the UK. Anniesland College is registered with NARIC and can provide help to compare your international qualification against the UK Educational Framework. Volunteer work for Crisis Service helping to support people at risk of homelessness and in crisis. A one-stop resource for all your work experience needs. Search for placements and find everything you need to know about how to get work experience. Apply for volunteer work Useful information on volunteering Offers 4-12 month placements for young people aged 16+ Conservation volunteering opportunities The Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme National volunteering campaign View Daily News Papers Online.
Jobs in the Scotsman
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www.volunteerscotland.org.uk www.youngscot.org.uk www.csv.org.uk www.btcv.org www.theaward.org www.timebank.org.uk Daily News Papers Online www.thebigproject.co.uk/news www.onlinenewspapers.com www.ipl.org/div/news http://jobs.scotsman.com
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