CIS WORKING WITH THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF SECURITY PROFESSIONALS

CIS Security conducted a workshop on CV writing, interview techniques and networking. The day concluded with a captivating presentation by the City of London Police, offering first-hand knowledge of their work and allowing students to handle police equipment, sparking interest in public service careers.

To wrap up the day, the students were collected by a convoy of Black Cabs provided by the Worshipful Company of Hackney Carriages and driven to Bankside Pier for the Clipper home.

The students found the day highly beneficial, in developing crucial soft skills for employment, a better understanding of the modern workplace and a broader perspective on the diverse range of available career paths.

The first post-pandemic Whittington Course took place in May 2023. Organised by the Worshipful Company of Security Professionals, the course, inspired by the story of Dick Whittington, aims to empower students from the Harris Garrard Academy in Bexley with valuable career insights and life skills to help unlock their full potential.

The day began with an exciting commute on the Thames Clipper to Canary Wharf, where the students visited various business and financial institutions. JP Morgan’s Graduate Analysts delivered an enlightening talk on banking opportunities, while UCL School of Management at 1 Canada Square provided a presentation on entrepreneurship, emphasising creativity and resilience in building successful ventures.

In the afternoon, the students gathered at Butchers’ Hall in the City of London, immersing themselves in City traditions and the history of Livery Companies.

They engaged with WCOSP Apprentices during a working lunch, gaining awareness of different professions and had the opportunity to ask questions.

“We would like to recognise the following CIS stars who supported this event; Georgina Martin for CV skills presentation, Kim Maylon for arranging the students transport, Matthew Crooks for the goody bags on the day and Khuram Nazir and Atakan Kantar for transporting various items in support of the day.”

Neill Catton - Managing Director