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SPRING 2019

GREAT OUTDOORS We ditch the blue screen and venture outside

JET SETTING

Get cultured teaching abroad

SUCCESS OF YOYP18

Discover the positive changes made during YoYP18

LIFE AS A YOUNG CARER

It’s a balancing act, but there is support available

AWAY FROM THE CLASSROOM

OLLY MURS

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Foundation, Modern, Graduate: young Scots share their apprenticeship experiences

Singer, presenter, and Troublemaker, Olly Murs sits down with Source to chat quiffs and music

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Attention, attention!

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nd we’re starting the year off RIGHT! This issue of Source is bursting with work and study advice, with a healthy dose of celebrity chit chat.

As the time to pick your subjects for next year arrives, or even figuring out if you want to stay on, it can all get pretty confusing.

Believe me, when it came to subject choices I didn’t know if I was coming or going!

Well, unlike me, you guys are spoiled for choices and opportunities. This issue we’re spotlighting the world of apprenticeships. From working with the Armed Forces to cutting some killer styles as a barber or hair stylist, to figuring out what the heck a school leaver scheme is: we’ve got ya covered.

Who says we’re not good to you?

Top tip: head to page 26 for a seriously cool day at work with a volcanologist. Yes, looking after and monitoring active volcanos across the world is a fully legitimate, paying, job! I’m seriously considering changing my job title.

I jest, the creative industry is pretty cool, too. Why? Well, because we only went and got to speak with Olly Murs! (*heart skips, skips a beat*) Olly took time out of his busy schedule to chat touring, his ever-growing quiff and making an album with Tom Jones.

Phew, we have been busy. Not as busy as you guys! The Year of Young People 2018 (YoYP18) was an amazing success, with young Scots really paving the way for change – you go Glen Coco. Head to page 42 for the scoop.

Now, it’s time to chillax. Here’s an idea: grab some hot coco, get comfy, listen to some tunes and have a read of Source. You deserve it.

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And there is a big ‘ol battle coming to find the true leader of the seven kingdoms.

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8 He’s got the moves: Olly Murs

IT’S FREE!

Pals with Snoop Dogg and trying to do an album with Tom Jones: Olly Murs spills the tea.

30 Talking out loud with Circa Waves

After six years in the biz, Circa Waves are back with a brand-new album and tour.

46 Learning to be human with Dodie

Working with Tom Walker and being open about mental health, we get human with Dodie.

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From GoT to the must attend gigs, we’ve got your diary covered for the lighter nights!

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37 Log into the outdoors

Ditch social media for a day and live it up in the great outdoors. You never know what activity you might discover.

44 Going worldwide with TEFL

Fancy a change? Share your knowledge of the English language in far off lands.

STUDY

28 A stress free study season

Revision is a bore. It’s also heavy stressful, but you need to make time for numero uno.

35 Revision ready

We went and found out the best way to revise!

APPRENTICESHIP GUIDE 12 Apprenticeships explained

Does what it says on the tin: we break down all you need to know about apprenticeships.

14 Clocking into your new career

Engineering to working at Barclays, we spotlight the top four apprenticeships.

17 Traditional apprenticeships

Way back when, this little lot where the leading apprenticeships.

18 Are you ready to serve your country?

The RAF needs you! And with a stellar apprenticeship scheme on offer, you’ll be signing up in no time.

20 An alternative avenue

Bursting to leave school? School leavers schemes are where it’s at.

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CALLING ALL BUDDING JOURNALISTS Wanna know how we get to chat with celebs? Desperate to write? Love nothing more than flicking through a mag? Well, come along and get some work experience at Source HQ. It’s vital, and it’s fun, I promise! Just ask our staff writers...

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Support the Armed Forces working on aircrafts for GB’s safety, and learn while you're at it.

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or me, work experience was essential. It was a requirement of my journalism degree, but also something I wanted to do. I applied for work EMMA experience at Source when Fave I was in my first year at interview? university.

Lewis Capaldi I always thought I wanted to work in magazines, but work experience cemented that.

I was given the chance to observe how magazines were made, the fast pace, and even got to sit in on interviews.

The highlight for me was coming up with article ideas, writing them for the website and having them published.

There’s no feeling like seeing your name against a piece of work you’re proud of, especially when you’re just starting out!

Work experience is essential if you want to become a journalist or work in magazines. Gaining experience early on means you know what to expect when you’re out in the real world.

Consider work experience regardless what field you want to work in. It equips you with the knowledge and skills you will need for the job, and it’s a look behind the scenes. Plus, it makes you feel more comfortable when it comes to starting your first job in the area.

Ahead of ‘ol Florence Nightingale’s b-day we look at how you too can be a nurse at two of Scotland's leading uni's.

started looking for work experience at the end of my third year of uni – journalism is SO competitive; I knew I would need to stand out.

SASKIA I put my investigative Fave journalism skills to the interview? test, googled ‘journalism BMTH work experience Glasgow’, and found DC Publishing.

After reading up on the company and their magazines, I fired off an email asking for work experience.

The editor asked me to come in for an informal chat to find out a bit more about me and she offered me a few days of work experience (yay!).

I mostly wrote articles for Source, came up with my own ideas for stories and learned about social media. I remember feeling so nervous beforehand, but the atmosphere in the office was really friendly and I instantly felt like part of the team.

Asking for work experience was one of the best decisions: I loved it so much, I now write full-time for DC Publishing, and I’m excited to come to work every day. No matter what you want to do, you should take every opportunity available to you: you never know where a simple email may lead you!

COME GET WORK EXPERIENCE

Have you created your own mini magazines?

Fancy yourself as the next Louis Theroux?

Same! We love to see journalists of the future progress and we’re so here for giving you a kick start. Send your CV and why you want to write for Source Mag to editor@dcpublishing.co.uk and you could find yourself in our Glasgow offices. See you then!

26 At work with a volcanologist

Boom. Now, this is a career for the adventurers out there!

LIFE

32 Equality in the classroom

Tackling racism and celebrating the LGBT+ community: there’s a lot you can do in class.

40 Life as a young carer

It’s a balancing act, but there is help available. One young carer shares her journey.

42 Reflecting on YoYP18

What a success 2018 was for you lot! We look back at the improvements you’ve made to Scotland.

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There’s lots to keep you busy this Spring! We’ve picked our top cinema releases and gigs not to be missed 14–31

CAPTAIN MARVEL

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The latest instalment from the Marvel Cinematic Universe is hitting screens, and we can’t wait.

The film follows Carol Danvers as she becomes Captain Marvel, after the planet is caught in the middle of a conflict between two alien worlds.

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Get ready to laugh at the Glasgow International Comedy Festival.

Keep an eye out for big names such as Al Murray, Limmy, Michelle McManus, and see some of Scotland’s best local talent, too.

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The original pop punk boyband is back with their latest album, Half Way There. The show promises a solid mix of their new material, with some classics thrown in for good measure, too.

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Nina is coming home and performing her new album The Sun Will Come Up, The Seasons Will Change for her loyal Scottish fans. We’re already counting down the days.

OLLY MURS

The Moves singer is back on tour after a very successful 2018.

We just hope Snoop Dogg will make an appearance, too.

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The birthplace of everyone’s favourite wizard is putting on a spellbinding show, full of tunes from the film’s famous soundtrack. Don’t miss out on the magic and book your tickets ASAP.

Homegrown band, The Xcerts, are kicking off their latest tour in Dundee, on the same night as the release of their latest EP, Wildheart Dreaming.

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THE XCERTS

You heard us right: the Queen of rap is coming back to Scotland. Not only will she be performing all her hits, she’s inviting local acts to join her on stage! Head down to get some Bang Bang and Super Bass from the Queen.

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THE MUSIC OF HARRY POTTER

GAME OF THRONES SEASON EIGHT Has winter arrived yet? The final season of everyone’s favourite TV show returns in April: find out if your favourite character will survive.

THE VAMPS

After a stint in the jungle, James and his bandmates are back doing what they do best, and are bringing us the Four Corners Tour. Following the release of their third album, the gig promises to have you dancing All Night.

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After a small tour of towns and villages last year, Circa Waves are kicking off their What’s It Like Over There? tour. We’ll be singing our hearts out in the front row.

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The latest live action Disney film is almost here, and it’s a belter! Head to your nearest cinema to relive your childhood and discover a whole new world.

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olly murs Olly Murs is certainly in the know after a decade in the business. After releasing his sixth studio album, You Know I Know, last November the cheeky chappy is getting ready to hit the road for his arena tour. Olly sat down with Lorne Gillies to chat quiffs, working with Snoop Doggy Dogg and doing an album with… Tom Jones?

Moves, the first single from your new album You Know I Know, was certainly a more upbeat track. And you worked with Snoop Dogg on the song; what was that like?

It was amazing to work with Snoop Dogg, and wicked to get him on the track and a part of the song. He was such a cool guy.

Is there anyone else you would like to work with musically?

I’ve pretty much covered it all: Snoop Doggy Dog, Nile Rogers, I did one with Shaggy – I would probably say, doing something with The Voice coaches would be nice. It would be really cool to do an album together. I’ve been saying it for ages it would be a laugh.

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That would be a brilliant collab! Tell us, what is it like working on The Voice?

Tom (Jones), Jennifer (Hudson), will.i.am and I all get on so well, and we each bring something different and unique to the show. We just have a laugh, it’s great to hear all their stories and find new talent. Even talking about it I can’t help but smile. We’re having another successful year, it’s wicked.

Not only do I get to sit there and give them my opinions, speak to people and pick contestants, you also get the opportunity to coach and share your wisdom and knowledge.

I hope I win this year! Fingers crossed.

I have a good team, but so does everyone else…

You certainly have a lot of advice to give. What would you say to people working on their own music?

Practice makes perfect, if you want to sing then get out there and sing.

Confidence is a big thing! Make sure you’ve got the confidence to get out on stage and perform. I think, for me, I was always quite a confident person but I needed those gigs, the club gigs, because I needed that confidence before I made the big leap in front of Simon Cowell and all the judges on X Factor.

You appeared on the 2009 series of X Factor. Now, in 2019 – how do you think you’ve progressed as an artist?

I think my quiff has got bigger! It has been an amazing ten years and I can’t complain. I’m just being myself, but I’ve definitely grown as a person and I know the industry now. I’m stronger than I was back in the day; wiser, older, and still an idiot who thinks he’s 25!

You released your sixth album last year, so, naturally, it’s time to hit the road.

How are you feeling about performing in Glasgow?

It’s always amazing to perform in Glasgow. The crowd is so mad, loud, and always there for a party and a good time: I’ve done a lot of shows in Scotland over the years and its always a great, great, atmosphere.

What can fans expect from the live shows?

They can expect a fun, energetic show.

I just want people to come out on each night we do the tour and have a good time – that’s what it’s all about for me.

It’s going to be a massive mixture of all the old and new. You Know I Know – being an album with all the hits on it – I want to make sure I sing as much of them as possible. At the same time, I want to sing some of the new tracks for the fans to hear, because they love the new ones, too.

Any song that fans should listen to before the show?

I would say, for the new album, Feel the Same will get people pumped up for the show. It’s a song I did with Nile Rogers and it is a funky, feel-good track.

It’s going to be a busy year! Have you thought about plans for next year?

I’ve not got any plans at the moment for the future. I’m not sure what I’m going to do. Having released my sixth album, who knows when the next one will come out. I’ll sit back and see what happens over the next three or four years. I’m going to figure out the next step and see what happens with The Voice!

Finally, three words to describe the upcoming tour.

Exciting, fun, cheeky!

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our most recent single, Excuses is incredibly emotive. Was this a conscious move to show a more personal side?

I suppose it was a conscious move to be more personal. You go through things in your life and you have to be very open and speak about it; with music I have the chance to have a say, tell people a bit about my life, my stories. As a songwriter you get the opportunity to do that and it is nice to lay bare some of the things you think about – hopefully it helps people in their own life.

It is also nice to get things off your chest. When you’re writing music, you want to write songs that people can connect with and it’s coming from an honest place. I don’t want to write music that people don’t believe in. You can’t always be happy, sometimes you have bad days and some of the songs I’ve written are coming from an honest place about how I was feeling at that particular moment.

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“I think my quiff has got bigger!

It has been an amazing ten years and I can’t complain”

Olly will be performing at Glasgow’s SSE Hydro on 3 and 4 May. Have you got your tickets yet? Grab some here: www.ticketmaster.co.uk

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Apprenticeships mean you can learn on the job, gaining skills in the career you want, all whilst getting paid. What more could you want? We break

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down the different types of apprenticeships you can get involved in t’s almost time to think about what subjects you’ll take next year or what you want to do when you leave school. The prospect is scary, but there’s plenty of options; and an apprenticeship could be the perfect one for you.

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An apprenticeship is a period of training which teaches you the skillset you need for a particular career. This training is usually paid and can last between one and four years depending on the type of apprenticeship you are on.

FOUNDATION APPRENTICESHIPS Foundation apprenticeships (FA) give you workplace experience before you even leave school. If you’re going in to S5 or S6 you can choose to complete a FA as one of your subject choices alongside Highers and National 5s.

On a FA you will work towards industry qualifications while gaining experience and skills. Instead of taking an exam at the end of the year you will have practical tests throughout the year that will make up your final mark.

As you won’t be employed by the company where you complete a FA you won’t be paid, but it will enable you to complete some aspects of the next level of apprenticeship: modern apprenticeships.

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Modern apprenticeships (MA) are often considered an equivalent to university or college and there are more than 80 types of MA. You will get paid while you complete this type of apprenticeship and gain an SQA qualification.

Unlike a FA, being on a MA is fulltime. You will learn the skills you need on the job along with qualities that employers are looking for, such as timekeeping and taking responsibility for your work.

MAs are designed by industry boards so that you are gaining skills relevant to the job you want. In order to start a MA you must be 16 or over.

GRADUATE APPRENTICESHIPS If you aren’t sure whether you want to go to college, uni or head out in to the world of work, then a graduate apprenticeship (GA) could be the perfect option. You can apply for most GAs if you are 16 or over.

On a GA most of your time will be spent learning on the job, but you will also attend a university or college part-time as you work towards a degree. Instead of spending years in full-time study wondering how you’ll put what you’ve learned into practice, you’ll get to do it straight away.

Like an MA you will get paid while you learn. The work you do counts towards gaining your qualification so you could gain a degree faster than attending university or college full-time.

No matter what career you want to pursue there is an apprenticeship that will allow you to learn the relevant skills on the job.

FIND OUT MORE Get the latest advice on apprenticeships by visiting, www.ucas.com/apprenticeships-in-scotland

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CLOCKING IN TO YOUR NEW CAREER There is an apprenticeship to facilitate any interest or passion. From serving on the frontline of medical care to completing an apprenticeship whilst still in school; we look at the top four apprenticeships that you can clock in to

THE MECHANICS OF EGGER After discovering the EGGER apprenticeship scheme from a work experience programme at school, it wasn’t long before Robbie Stewart was learning with EGGER every Monday and Friday during his sixth year.

Creativity at its core – EGGER is a global company manufacturing a range of wood-based materials for the furniture and interior design markets.

And you could be part of the magic! For Robbie, his strengths lay in mechanics – and as an interest of his – Robbie participated in EGGER’s modern apprenticeship for mechanical engineering and is in his fourth year.

“A typical day for me is very structured: I start at 7.30am and work until 3.30pm. During this time, I tackle maintenance machining tasks at the level I would be expected to as a fourthyear apprentice, with guidance always close by if I need it,” says Robbie. “I also attend college one

day per week to gain an HNC in mechanical engineering.

“EGGER take great care of their employees both in and out of work,” adds Robbie. “Also, they are always offering additional training opportunities to help develop ourselves.”

With a wide variety of training opportunities on offer, what could you add to the EGGER team?

Find out how you can get involved and broaden your mechanical skills, just like Robbie, by visiting: www.egger.com

At college I was treated like an adult which significantly boosted my confidence and drive to learn

Read our full interviews with each apprentice over at www.sourcemagazine.co.uk

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“I have always found the idea of pursuing a career in engineering very interesting,” enthuses Ross Sinclair. “I was always fascinated with different mechanisms and decided I prefer more hands-on learning as opposed to classroom learning. This is why I chose an apprenticeship instead of going to university.”

As a pupil at Perth High School, Ross had the opportunity to complete a two-year foundation apprenticeship in engineering as one of his school subjects. Attending Perth College once a week, Ross experienced the difference between secondary school and higher education. “At college I was treated like an adult which significantly boosted my confidence and drive to learn,” adds Ross. “The

lecturers I have had the pleasure of learning from have been extremely engaging and focused while remaining easy-going and approachable.”

Completing a Foundation Apprenticeship during his fifth and sixth years has broadened Ross’ skills and knowledge, plus, he’s gained experiences you can’t get from school.

Ross concludes: “I would definitely recommend considering a Foundation Apprenticeship as a subject choice as it opens numerous doors and separates you from the crowd. It was an extremely productive way of using my time at school and I enjoyed every minute of it.”

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GETTING TECHNICAL WITH BARCLAYS

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One of the leading banks in the world, Barclays has a plethora of options to help get your foot in the door. You’d be surprised to learn just how many different career paths are available at Barclays. Ash MacDougall, a business analyst, saw an online advertisement for a technology graduate apprenticeship with the company; after applying, Ash has never looked back.

“The idyllic combination of a degree as well as workplace experience, which is valuable these days, encouraged my application,” explains Ash. “Barclays also has a proven track record of being an innovative benchmark in the technology space.

“While most graduates leave university with a degree and may struggle looking for entry-level jobs, I will finish university

with a full-time job as well as four years of experience already behind me in the same role.”

Ash was supported throughout his apprenticeship, which saw him spending one day a week out of office to attend university classes and completing labs or tutorials independently. An exciting role, where no one day is the same, Ash enthuses: “If having experience in the technology sector as well as a degree is something that appeals to you, go for it! There’s no downside to applying and the interview and assessment centre are a really good experience in themselves.”

Discover your future with Barclays by visiting: joinus.barclays/eme/apprenticeships

THE NHS Looking to work with people? Keen on lending a helping hand? Are you good at problem solving and quick thinking? A modern apprenticeship with the NHS could kick start your medical career – just like it did for Rebecca.

Keen to progress into a caring role using her voluntary and personal caring experience, a modern apprenticeship enabled Rebecca to apply for a nursing support post in learning disabilities with NHS Lothian.

As a young school leaver, Rebecca has undertaken a demanding apprenticeship requiring a continuous learning experience made up of classroom, vocational and peer-based learning, delivered through a variety of learning mediums. Alongside

the exciting opportunities available on her apprenticeships, Rebecca is continually supported with work-based mentors, college tutors, youth workers and peerbased learning projects.

“The best thing I’ve done over the course of the apprenticeship was getting to work and learn,” enthuses Rebecca. “I also went to many of the additional other opportunities that came up over the time of my apprenticeship; such as going to the NHS Scotland Event in Glasgow and sitting on a panel telling people my experiences about doing an apprenticeship with the NHS.” For more information visit: careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk @SourceMag

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Experiential Play are delighted to be working with Skills Development Scotland to deliver…

So much more than a Golf Club…

Modern Apprenticeships (MAs) Social Services Children and Young People (Level 3) • The programme will run over 18 months • MAs will be expected to attend full day teaching sessions once a fortnight • Each MA will be assigned an assessor who will visit them in their workplace on a regular basis

What makes us different?

• We will offer a range of enriched, practical teaching workshops and seminars to enhance and develop further skills and knowledge.

• Support sessions, in the nursery setting or in our training classroom, will be available on a regular basis.

It is our intention to offer the highest standard of learning and teaching, to enable all MAs to not just achieve their qualification but to aspire to be effective members of staff.

If interested, please contact: apprenticeships@experientialplay.com • 0141 557 3304

APPRENTICE AND INTERNSHIP PROGRAMMES Loch Lomond Golf Club’s Apprentice and Internship Programmes are not seen as just training but a custom-made curriculum, tweaked and shaped to support you in advancing your career in the Service industry.

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Modern Apprenticeships Over 100 careers paths – one employer We want the right people to deliver the right care We recruit passionate people who care about what they will do – helping us deliver excellent healthcare in Lothian.

We currently offer Modern Apprenticeships in pathways from engineering to life sciences.

Quotes from our current Modern Apprentices: “I enjoy learning best, I have a purpose and feel good about myself again. It’s made me look forward to coming to work, I was uninspired before. I like being in the NHS, it gives me great job security. When I finish I want to stay here and keep working.”

“I didn’t know what I wanted to do but I knew I wanted to be in healthcare. This has let me experience a new challenge. I learn something new every day and I now hope to qualify as a biomedical scientist.”

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These are nationally recognised, accredited programmes of learning delivering the skills and knowledge you need as well as setting you on a pathway of development and future career progression.

For more information on NHS Lothian’s Modern Apprenticeships and other initiatives such as Edinburgh Project Search and Princes Trust visit our Careers website: careers.nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk

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TRADITIONAL

2019

APPRENTICESHIPS There is more opportunity than

ever to develop your talents with an apprenticeship. Back in the day, an apprenticeship was for people looking to learn practical skills. Now, we’re going old-school, to bring you some of the best traditional apprenticeships

PLUMBER What is the job?

• Finding and fixing faults • Joining pipes and fittings • Installing water and heating systems to houses and businesses • Installing household appliances • Fixing boilers and unblocking drains Salary after apprenticeship Starter salaries begin at £15,000, while more experienced plumbers can earn £40,000.

Typical weekly hours 37 – 40, including evenings, weekends and bank holidays, as per customers demand.

Companies offering apprenticeships • NHS • Scottish Water • Edinburgh City Council

ELECTRICIAN What is the job?

• Installing power systems, wiring, security systems, lighting and fire safety in different types of buildings • Checking systems regularly • Machine repair, including household appliances, vehicles and technology • Maintaining street lighting and traffic control systems Salary after apprenticeship In your first job, you could be earning £18,000, and as you progress in your

career, you could earn £42,000 per year.

Typical weekly hours 30 – 40 hours per week, but many electricians work on call, so if a system malfunctions in the middle of the night, you could be required to go out to fix it.

Companies offering apprenticeships • First Group • Johnson Controls • Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy

MECHANIC What is the job?

• Assessing vehicles to decide which repairs they need, if any • Carrying out any necessary repairs • Checking stock and ordering parts • Fitting accessories, including stereos and alarms Salary after apprenticeship Salaries start at around £18,000, and are known to progress up to £35,000.

Typical weekly hours 38 – 45, plus nights and weekends.

Companies offering apprenticeships • Many of the big car manufacturing companies offer apprenticeships.

HAIRDRESSER What is the job?

• Creative cutting and styling • Receptionist duties, including answering telephones and scheduling appointments • Visual merchandising – creating displays and dressing salon windows • Building relationships with clients Salary after apprenticeship Trainee hairdressers can expect to earn around £14,000. This can increase to £30,000, which could be higher if you own your own salon.

Typical weekly hours 37 – 40 hours, but evening and Saturday appointments are popular.

Companies offering apprenticeships • Rainbow Room International • Byron Hairdressing • BLOW Colour Bar

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ARE YOU READY TO

SERVE YOUR COUNTRY?

Joining the Armed Forces is hugely challenging, but it can also be rewarding. We talk to an RAF apprentice to find out what it’s like

JOIN THE RAF

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ou might be familiar with Royal Air Force air shows – but there’s a lot more to the RAF. Today’s modern RAF is the UK’s aerial peacekeeping and fighting force: it enforces international law overseas, defends UK airspace as well as providing emergency search and rescue missions. Sound exciting?

“I joined the air cadets whilst at secondary school and turned my interest towards gliding and aviation,” says Steven, a senior aircraftman who is a cyberspace communications specialist in the RAF. While he had no family background in the Armed Forces, the RAF was prominent in the area he grew up in and he thought it would be a good career choice.

While the RAF trains you to be the

best of the best, it only lets the top people in, and then there’s rigorous training. There are tough assessments, both physical and mental to get into the RAF. It’s not an easy ride.

“Most of my worries came from not fully knowing what I was getting into, new places, new faces and having to adapt the way I live on a day to day basis,” says Steven, who adds passing his assessments was one of the highlights of his RAF career. “Through training you soon realise everyone feels very much the same. Initial training will put you through stressful situations, but only so you can prove you can deal with them.”

LEARNING

Education and learning is a big part

of the RAF and cadets get training in military and civilian programmes and even subjects that aren’t specific to their job.

In Steven’s specialist trade training, he learned about a variety of different subjects that he had no previous experience in, including understanding basic computer components and functions, computing networks and configurations, radio and RADAR, soldering, design and other crafting skills.

Adapting to life in the RAF wasn’t as hard as it may seem. “While initially there seems to be quite a steep transition into military life throughout training, once you have settled into your first posting it really isn’t so intimidating,” says Steven. “I feel that I adapted quite well and soon got used to the day-to-day differences with uniform, ranks and new base location.

The ability to work shifts in this job gives me the ability to do things on and off station in my spare time, as well as travel home regularly and see my family,” says Steven. “Doing physical activities in work time also helps the work life balance favourably.”

BENEFITS

If you want a career that takes you places, then choose the RAF. Steven has travelled to California, Romania, Estonia and the Falklands, and is due to travel to Florida on his next course.

“The opportunities for travel often allow the chance to check out and enjoy the local area which is exciting,” says Steven, who particularly loved his time in Romania.

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The RAF recently celebrated its 100th birthday and there’s no better time to join and start your extraordinary career. There are a few ways to get into the RAF, and one option is to do an apprenticeship.

The RAF apprenticeship pay is £17,000 which is almost twice the minimum pay for civilian apprenticeships. Not only that, the RAF is an apprenticeships top 100 employer and has been awarded Apprenticeship Macro Employer of the Year 2017. The teaching was rated outstanding by Ofsted, and there are over 20 roles to choose from including cyberspace communication specialist (like Steven), chef, RAF regiment gunner, catering and hospitality specialist and human resources.

You learn civilian qualifications and are guaranteed a RAF job at the end of your apprenticeship; some such as cyberspace communications specialist and intelligence analyst (linguist) even offer Golden Hellos of £5,000 and £18,000 respectively on completion of training. men and women take part in lots of sporting events at every level, including the Olympics.

The camaraderie is also a huge draw.

Although working in the Armed Forces is a high-pressure job with a lot of responsibility, it’s also hugely rewarding and fun. “I enjoy the sense of humour adopted by most people I work with,” says Steven “No matter what the job is for that day whether it’s repetitive or requires hard work and focus, most people find a way to have a laugh while getting the job done.”

Diversity is also important to the RAF: it recently won three categories in the 2017 Women in Defence awards, including Woman of the Year.

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THE ARMED FORCES If you’re interested in serving your country there are plenty of options for you to consider

BRITISH ARMY

You can join the British Army as a soldier, an officer or a reserve (reserves give only 27 days a year to the army). Challenge. Training.

Responsibility. Adventure. Travel.

There are lots of reasons to join the army at whatever level suits you.

Officers train and command fleets on operations and also humanitarian efforts, and soldiers go on deployment all over the world. www.army.mod.uk

ROYAL MARINES

Legendary, and deservedly so, the Royal Marines are next level. The marines are an elite force who take on the most extreme and dangerous missions all over the world. It’s for people who can push past their physical and mental limits – it’s extremely difficult to join. www.royalnavy.mod.uk/ royalmarines

ROYAL NAVY

Find out about life at sea with the navy. There are five branches in the navy, and nine naval service branches, so there are plenty of jobs to choose from, including a medical officer in a submarine or an air engineer technician, who maintains Lynx helicopters. www.royalnavy.mod.uk

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AN ALTERNATIVE If you’re starting to choose your subjects for fifth and sixth year, and are feeling overwhelmed by the choices, you’re not the only one. Why not take a step out the classroom and look into doing a foundation apprenticeship alongside your school classes?

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foundation apprenticeship, or school leaver scheme, can be taken as one of your school subject choices in fifth or sixth year. With the scheme, you’re able to take time out of class to complete a work placement, allowing you to learn in a more practical environment, and get hands-on experience.

Foundation apprenticeships can be done in a wide range of industries: from accountancy and engineering, to media and social services, there’s something for everyone.

The foundation apprenticeship equates to the same level as a Higher course, except you will be assessed on your performance as you go, and there’s no final exam.

Interested? We’re not surprised.

EXPERIENCE

Sean Munro is an electrical apprentice with EGGER, a global manufacturing company specialising in a range of wood-based materials for the furniture and interior design markets. Now in the final year of his apprenticeship, Sean is excited, and is preparing to make the leap into the world of work.

The days at EGGER are varied, and provide Sean with a range of tasks aimed at developing his knowledge and expertise within the engineering industry.

“I chose to do an apprenticeship because of the huge impact engineering has on society, as well as the satisfaction of seeing results from my hard work,” explains Sean.

“An engineering apprenticeship meant I could work alongside skilled and experienced people, which was an invaluable experience to develop work-based knowledge, whilst still furthering my education.”

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done over two years, but can be condensed into one, if being done alongside classes in sixth year.

Following on from these two years of experience, you can decide to go on to do a modern apprenticeship after leaving school. Not only will this further your experience and competence within your chosen industry, you could even complete it sooner: having done a foundation apprenticeship first, you will likely have completed some of the elements of the MA already. Bonus!

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OPPORTUNITIES

Undertaking a foundation apprenticeship means that you’re getting specialised teaching on a subject you enjoy and want to learn more about. You’re not confined to a classroom and can dedicate a substantial amount of time each week to discovering more about an industry you’re interested in.

On the other hand, trying an apprenticeship while still at school gives you a glimpse of working life, and is a good opportunity to discover if you wish to enter into the industry immediately, or if you’d prefer to spend more time in school or further education, before entering the workplace.

Having a foundation apprenticeship under your belt will not only give you a taste of the working world, but it will make you stand out as a candidate when applying for jobs upon completion.

Employers are constantly looking for applicants that already have experience: by doing a school leaver scheme, you’re getting this experience years earlier, providing you with a head start. Demonstrating how the apprenticeship has prepared you for the role, you’re in an excellent position

I would really recommend an apprenticeship: it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made

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to begin your career in an industry you know well and enjoy.

Teamwork, communication, problem solving, technical knowledge and organisation, are just a few of the key skills honed and developed during the school leaver scheme, while also improving your confidence in your own ability.

FUTURE

Sean enthuses: “I think the apprenticeship has impacted me majorly. My communication skills have benefitted massively throughout, by interacting on a daily basis with colleagues, working as part of a team and conducting presentations – even learning something as simple as how to word emails and speak on the phone.

“EGGER has really helped me

develop a good routine in my daily life. It’s a juggling act, but it’s a healthy one. Working on multiple projects during my apprenticeship has helped me develop these skills.

Before you know it, you start learning the importance of prioritising work, managing your day and knowing when to ask for help.”

There are so many options after completing a foundation apprenticeship: some go onto do a modern apprenticeship, graduate apprenticeship, or even go straight into work in their industry. Others decide to further their learning, and go to college or university before entering the workplace.

Sean hopes to continue into further education once his apprenticeship comes to an end, while continuing shift work with EGGER.

“I would really recommend an apprenticeship: it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made,” adds Sean. “It gives you the vital attitude to working life, gets you ready for what a career is really like – getting up early in the morning; staying focused for five days a week; meeting great new people of different ages; and hearing their interesting stories of how they’ve got to where they are in their career. The skills you learn are countless.”

Deciding to do a school leaver scheme can be a great opportunity that will broaden your horizons and open your eyes to the world of work!

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career supporting our armed forces www.des.mod.uk

Find out about exciting graduate and apprenticeship opportunities in Engineering Finance Commercial Project Professional

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FLYING HIGH WITH DE&S

Ever wondered how you can work protecting the safety of Great Britain?

Well, it’s easy really, thanks to the DE&S graduate scheme as part of the Ministry of Defence (MoD). Recent graduate Chaniece Truelove shares her journey to working as an aerospace engineering manager

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ow did you first hear about the DE&S graduate scheme?

I found the DE&S scheme whilst looking for graduate jobs in my final year of university. I remember the advertisement for the scheme really standing out to me as it highlighted such a wide range of aircraft that I could have the opportunity to be working with, in support of the UK Armed Forces.

What encouraged you to apply?

I was really amazed with the flexibility of the scheme and how each graduate can create their own tailor-made experience over two years. There is such a vast range of projects within DE&S that graduates have the opportunity to get involved with, but also, having the ability to complete a placement at a Front-Line Command station or within the industry was a completely unique experience.

What opportunities were made available to you whilst studying?

Whilst studying, I was offered the chance to increase my level of involvement with STEM. I volunteered at various STEM events throughout the year and also the Engineering Education Scheme (EES). DE&S has also enabled me to be continually involved in STEM during my graduate scheme.

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What has been your career highlight to date?

There have been many different highlights over my short time within DE&S; I was able to visit Boeing in Philadelphia to engage in meetings regarding the Chinook rotor-blades.

This was an incredible experience to represent DE&S in such an environment.

What advice do you have for people considering working with DE&S? The DE&S scheme is a fantastic opportunity, There have been Chaniece Truelove which is completely many different unique and extremely highlights over my rewarding. You are able What is the most to organise your own short time within rewarding part of your placements, meaning DE&S job? that if you are unsure Working in an In-Service on the exact role that you delivery team within DE&S would like to fulfil, you can is highly rewarding as you trial multiple different options gain a great sense of achievement and test out new ideas whilst building when the work you deliver is directly up a great skillset and portfolio of a supporting the UK Armed Forces. The professional engineer. projects that I have been involved My advice for anyone starting out on in have allowed me to also visit the the DE&S scheme is to make the most aircraft/engines at the RAF Bases out of every opportunity. The graduate regularly. scheme will fly-by!

It is on these occasions, experiencing first-hand what effects that my work has, that I felt a great FIND OUT MORE sense of pride in the company and role Are you destined to put your skills to good use with DE&S? Discover how by visiting, des.mod.uk that I work for. @SourceMag

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ARE YOU STIRLING?

HAVE YOU CONSIDERED

A CAREER IN

NURSING? At the University of Stirling we offer courses in : :

- ADULT NURSING - MENTAL HEALTH NURSING BSc / BSc (Hons)

Find out more : stir.ac.uk/adultnursing stir.ac.uk/mentalhealthnursing

Get ahead in nursing at UWS Scotland’s largest provider of nursing education offers undergraduate, postgraduate and CPD options in nursing for those looking to take their first step in nursing or take their career to the next level.

Options include: BSc Adult/Mental Health Nursing BSc (Hons) Nursing Studies MSc Adult/Mental Health Nursing MSc Nursing Our School of Health & Life Sciences also offers options in midwifery, social care, bioscience/biomedical science, and sport.

Find out more at www.uws.ac.uk/study or contact our Applicant Enquiry Team on 0800 027 1000 or ask@uws.ac.uk

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INTERNATIONAL NURSES DAY 12 May – Florence Nightingale’s birthday – is International Nurses Day. To celebrate, we’re finding out about the special role nurses play, and how you too can look into a career as a nurse

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laire Stevenson decided to research a career as a mental health nurse after completing a psychology degree at the Open University. Now studying a masters at the University of the West Scotland (UWS), she’s on her way to Claire Stevenson becoming a professional life? nurse.

“My undergrad course was undertaken over distance through the university, giving her a learning, but the student community glimpse into the real world of work. was very supportive,” explains Claire.

“I loved my placements,” enthuses “Studying my masters has allowed Claire. “Just before my first one, I was me to appreciate that whilst I have so nervous. I thought I was going to just completed training and have lost be a burden, but an hour in I thought, my ‘L plates’, the learning has only ‘why haven’t I been doing this my just begun.” whole life?’ Each placement gave UWS is the largest provider of me more knowledge, experience nursing and midwifery education and allowed me to be part of the in Scotland. Alongside her studies, recovery journey for the service users Claire completed placements I supported. That was special.”

An hour into my first placement and I thought, ‘why haven’t I been doing this my whole

The combination of class learning and practical work at UWS ensures that all students are well-prepared for the realities of becoming a nurse, and the mix of opportunities makes sure there’s something everyone will enjoy.

Many people have preconceptions about what it means to be a nurse, but only those who are doing the job know the sense of fulfilment it can bring. It can be challenging, but nursing is a rewarding career, and one that will always enable you to help others.

FIND OUT MORE For more information about the University of the West Scotland’s degrees in Nursing, visit www.uws.ac.uk

NURSING IN STIRLING professionally throughout the course.”

As a nursing student at Stirling, you’ll spend half your time studying and the other half on placement gaining work experience in a variety of real healthcare settings.

The University of Stirling is setting you up perfectly for life on the medical ward. Added bonus: you’ll be supported throughout, with a personal tutor to help guide you through your studies, as well as a practice mentor at each of your placements for additional support.

Interested? Find out more by visiting, www.stir.ac.uk

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The University of Stirling is ranked top five in Scotland for nursing, offering award winning courses in adult nursing (caring for adults aged over 18) and mental health nursing that are approved by the Nursing and Midwifery Council – a perfect place to kick off your nursing career.

Ela Hamer, Mental Health Nursing 2018 graduate enthuses: “I chose the University of Stirling as it has a good reputation, has won several awards and has a beautiful campus.

The placements and lecturers have helped me to continuously develop personally and

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BRITISH SCIENCE WEEK At Work With A

VOLCANOLOGIST British Science Week (BSW) kicks off on 8 March, a ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths. We speak to Scottish volcanologist Rachel Whitty about her exciting career in science

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tudying the activity of volcanoes wasn’t something Rachel planned: at school in Dumfries and Galloway physics and chemistry were the subjects she liked least. “Students are always asked what they want to do when they leave school – I suspect a lot of them really don’t know what they want to be, or what career they want to follow,” says Rachel. “That was certainly how it was for me.”

At school one of Rachel’s favourite subjects was geography, leading her to study Geology and Physical Geography at the University of Edinburgh.

Being Scottish meant an opportunity to further her education, Rachel explains: “I might not have gone to university at all without free tuition, living in Scotland had a massive impact on my decision to get into this line of work.”

CAREER

Despite starting her degree, she didn’t ever have a particular job path in mind, Rachel continues: “I don’t think at any single point I stopped and wondered where my studies were taking me or what kind of career I was aiming for.”

Rachel realised volcanology was her true calling while volunteering at the Met Office in Iceland after her final year at university. “It was at the top of this volcano, as we were measuring the volcanic gases and

feeling the heat coming from the vents, I realised that volcanology was too exciting to miss,” Rachel remembers. Now, Rachel is completing a PhD at the University of Leeds which involves measuring volcanic plumes using drones.

Taking her to destinations all over the world, from the Scottish Highlands to Hawaii, the scientific world is more complex than you might first think.

EXPERIENCES

BSW gives students across the country the opportunity to experience science outside the classroom. “It shows ideas,” stresses Rachel. “Students can look around and see different applications of science. Its science shown in an exciting way, and gets students involved in making things and solving problems.”

A career in science requires

I realised that volcanology was too exciting to miss patience, persistence and the ability to work through things logically. For Rachel, she encourages you to choose a career that makes you happy and keeps you engaged: “You also need to remember to follow your interests and see where they take you.”

If you’re unsure of what to do after school, BSW will open the door to new and exciting opportunities in STEM subjects.

This BSW it’s time to see where a career in science could take you.

FIND OUT MORE Visit www.britishscienceweek.org to find BSW events near you.

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We offer a wide range of courses in areas such as Archaeology, Business Management, Art & Design, Computer Science and many other degrees offered by the UHI. There’s something for everyone at Orkney College UHI. For further information on courses available at Orkney College UHI, go to www.orkney.uhi.ac.uk or call us on 01856 569 000.

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A STRESS-FREE

study season Bubbling over with dread? Yup, exams are looming and they ‘aint going anywhere. Feel like you’re losing control? Life is about balance, and it’s important to take care of yourself and your mental health – guilt-free – even during exam season

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tress isn’t something you can control: it creeps up on you when you’re already feeling overwhelmed and worried about different aspects of life.

But, when it comes to exams, stress is something you can manage.

TREAT YO’SELF

and reward yourself for all your hard work. If you have a lie in and don’t start working until later on, make sure to schedule in time to revise in the evening to compensate.

RESPONSIBLE

You know the saying: “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy”. This is especially true around exam time, when excessive studying can lead to burnout and even more stress.

Don’t feel guilty about taking some time out to do something you enjoy: whether that’s letting off some steam with exercise, meeting up with mates, or playing a video game for an hour, it’s important to take some time for your brain to recharge.

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Of course, self-care isn’t all about face masks and bubble baths. It’s about recognising what we can do to improve our lives, and sometimes that involves making small changes.

For example, if you know creating a timetable would help with your time management, or getting out of bed earlier would improve your mindset during the day, these changes are forms of self-care too: ultimately, they’re going to reduce feelings of stress and improve your productivity.

PROCRASTINATING

We’ve all spent time scrolling through Instagram when we should have been

studying, purely because we couldn’t face the thought of opening the books.

We get it, it’s tough to get started.

Look at the end game. What are you going to regret more: putting your head down and revising, or wasting time on social media? It’s easier to hide from your responsibilities and procrastinate, but doing this means your tasks pile up, and will only increase the amount of stress in your life.

At the end of the day, all you can do is work hard and try your best, everything else is out of your control. And don’t forget – if you’re working hard during the day, there’s nothing to stop you from relaxing and enjoying some study-free time now and again.

FIND OUT MORE If you’re experiencing stress in the run up to exams, head to the Young Minds website for support, www.youngminds.org.uk

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WE ARE HIRING!

Are you newly qualified or leaving School?

NHS Highland has something for you • We are recruiting: Nurses (RGN and RMN), Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Doctors, Domestics, Porters, Health Care Support Workers, Administrators & Modern Apprenticeships.

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equality in the There are nearly 8 billion people on the planet (scary!), and we’re all unique in our own way. You are made up completely differently to your best friends, family, and school peers. That’s why fighting for, and celebrating, equality is so important

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he world is an exciting place to live – especially when you have your whole future ahead of you! Bursting with different cultures, exotic locations in countries you may not have heard of yet, people you don’t know at present: the world is a community filled with prospect.

With so many chances to widen your world view, it is crucial to have acceptance and encourage, promote, and advocate for equality across the board. And, you don’t need to venture far to fight for inclusion.

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UNDERSTANDING LOVE Love is one of the most powerful words in the world. It’s also a word that carries the biggest punch – plus, a lot of confusion.

We can all love our high school crush or love Harry Styles’ flowing locks, but understanding love is something completely different.

Growing up is a flurry of hormones and emotions (believe us, we’ve been there) and you might be questioning different things about yourself. One could be who you love, and sexuality.

LGBT Youth Scotland (www.lgbtyouth. org.uk) is a charity working to make Scotland the best place to grow up for LGBT young people. Coming to terms with your sexual orientation on top of the pressure of revision, managing schoolwork and your social life can be challenging. When your peers don’t understand different sexual orientations, use language that is offensive or hurtful – feelings can be intentionally or unintentionally impacted, in turn, affecting your learning.

Vicky Walker, programmes manager for LGBT Youth Scotland, emphasises: “We know that people perform better when they can be themselves and they’re comfortable in their environment and in their identity.” That’s why more schools are getting involved with the LGBT Schools Charter.

Yay for inclusion! Vicky adds: “Creating a safe space within a school makes a

school inclusive, and when you do the LGBT School Charter it gets you thinking about being more inclusive for all identities.”

One pupil who got involved with the Charter was Tyler Cameron, a former student of Deans High School. Although the original LGBT+ support group was helpful, Tyler knew more could be done by getting involved with the Charter.

Tyler and everyone participating in the Charter worked to make all students feel accepted.

“The differences in attitudes of classmates is unbelievable,” enthuses Tyler. “As someone who started at the school before the LGBT+ group even began, the attitudes and behaviour of both students and teachers towards LGBT+ students and issues in my final year, compared to my first year, is something I never would have believed.”

There are many benefits to being a young person, one such benefit is having the power of education at your fingertips.

If you’re eager to get your school involved with the Charter – or you simply want your school environment to be more inclusive – Tyler advises: “Start a dialogue.

Actively challenge homophobic and transphobic behaviour, in my experience most hate stems from ignorance and misunderstanding – not malice entirely.”

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e classroom TACKLING RACISM Even in an age where there has been an African American President, different cultures and ethnicity is celebrated: racism is still an issue.

Just like members of the LGBT community, ethnic minorities can be marginalised or bullied. In the school environment, being bullied due to your race is not creating a healthy place to grow.

But, what better way to promote equality than bringing everyone together through the power of sport? Active Life Club (www.activelifeclub.org) is just one group working to educate young people, plus the wider community, on different ethnicities and what makes people unique.

“We’d all like to believe that as time goes by, that parts of our world would organically become refined and much better. But this can only happen if we look after the starting point: education,” explains Omar Raza, who joined the Glasgow based organisation when he was 12.

Providing free activities, the group uses sport and creativity to raise concerns and find solutions to improve their local community. This method of working together, regardless of race, is an important step in the right direction to have equality in the classroom.

Laraib Daniya, another member of the group, adds: “Education at an earlier age is instrumental in equipping children with greater understanding, providing them tools to protect themselves and also educate others around them – creating a fair society for everyone to flourish and achieve potential.

“The sports sessions have attracted children from different backgrounds, which encourages people to learn about others, and also feel safe to discuss or report bullying to youth workers. This is due to the trust and positive relationship, believing they are valued and listened to.”

Omar says: “From this, instinctively, a community is formed which is a massive asset when it comes to shared-teaching and learning.”

So, what are you waiting for? There is a plethora of groups across Scotland working to promote equality in the classroom and beyond. Remember, everyone is different, with their own thoughts, opinions and feelings; this is why we live in such a wonderfully exciting world. What will you achieve?

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Getting a good sleep the night before is crucial – don’t believe anyone who tel s you cramming is the way forward.

Learn your study style.

Your mates may learn in a different way to your best study style.

Take the quiz at www. vark-learn.com to find out if you’re a visual, aural, reading or writing, or even a kinesthetic (action) learner.

Post it notes are your best friend. Stick revision notes around the house: on the bathroom mirror, above the toaster, next to your bed. That way you’re always learning, and the best part is you won’t even realise you’re doing it.

We hate to sound like teachers, bu t pastn papers do help. Lear from students of timese gone by and experienc the exams they sat.

Psst: there’s a high chance some questions migh t be reused, so best get practicing.

START REVISING WELL IN ADVANCE. IT SOUNDS OBVIOUS, BUT DON’T LEAVE IT TO THE LAST MINUTE: GIVE YOURSELF THE BEST CHANCE OF SUCCEEDING.

Remember to take breaks. Your brain can only concentrate for around 45 minutes at a time so make sure you go for regular walks, watch a 20-minute episode of something or have a snack while you reboot.

READY

Exam season is just around the corner (eeek!) Never fear, we’re here to share our best tips to get the most out of study leave without getting stressed out

Find a study place, no matter if it’s the desk in your bedroom, the kitchen table, or at school or a library – have an area that is dedicated to your revision.

TOP TIP: EAT A BANANA BEFORE YOUR EXAM AS IT WILL RELEASE ENERGY SLOWLY, SO YOU WON’T FEEL HUNGRY!

Try to study every day in the run up to exams: little and often could be the way forward.

Use your phone to your advantage.

The app store has hundreds of st udy it, apps, including Toda d Tinycards, Quizlet an iMindMap.

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Make a timetable, and stick to it. Write up a study plan, including which subjects you’re going to study when, so you don’t have any excuse to procrastinate. A perfect excuse to colour code!

Visit BBC Bitesize (www.bbc.com/bitesize) for free and easy to digest revision notes.

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S R O O D T U THE O Young people in the UK spend on average the equivalent of a full day online every week (guilty). As the days get longer and the weather improves, it’s time to log off and head back outside

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ccording to Ofcom, the average young adult spends nearly 24 hours online every week and almost 100 per cent of 16 to 24-year-olds are online – well, it is the digital age. All this adds up to the equivalent of dedicating a full day to screen time, amounting to around 101,000 hours in a lifetime. Pretty scary.

Logging off, putting your phone down or even just putting it on do not disturb can make a huge difference to the other activities in your life and your productivity. School, sleep, and your social life are all impacted by how much you use technology.

SCREEN TIME

The great outdoors is scientifically proven to improve mental health

In 2018 the phrase screen time became more popular and some apps even introduced features to help us use them less. Instagram and Facebook were the first to announce the in-app feature, which tracks how long you use the apps during the day. You can then set notifications to limit the time you spend scrolling.

Apple was next to follow suit, introducing the tracking feature in a new iPhone software update.

Reducing your screen time means lowering exposure to blue light, one of the aspects of technology that can disrupt sleep and cause headaches. Most devices let you switch to night mode, turning your screen slightly yellow to combat the effects of blue light, but the most effective way to avoid side effects is to put your phone down.

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ACTIVITIES

A FRESH PERSPECTIVE

It’s no secret that getting into the outdoors has its benefits. Fit this in regularly and you could find yourself less stressed, more productive and getting better at catching some zzz’s.

While your mum telling you to get some fresh air gets old quickly, she might be onto something. The great outdoors is scientifically proven to improve mental health, increase creativity, improve concentration and more. All of these will in turn help you study, or think of a good Instagram caption when you’re back inside for that nature snap.

The Scottish weather might make it a little less appealing, but the advantages of going outside outweigh the negatives.

You might even find you don’t miss your scrolling as much as you thought you would – that meme will still be there when you go back inside.

The key to motivating yourself to log off and head outside is having something to get excited about. Scotland is one of the best places in the world to explore the outdoors and get active.

In total, Scotland’s coastline is 10,250 miles long, making it the perfect location for water sports! Take your pick of activities like paddle boarding, surfing, white water rafting and sailing.

We’re also gifted with snow-topped mountains that make for perfect snow sport locations for a large chunk of the year. The best time to go snowboarding or skiing at one of the country’s five different ski centres and resorts is between January and April. Try your hand at skiing, snowboarding or just grab a sledge and some friends for a fun (and slightly chilly) day out.

Perfect for adrenaline junkies, Scotland offers the ideal setting for some extreme sports. We’re talking skydiving, bungee jumping and cliff jumping.

Once you have tried out a new activity you can join a local club who get together and get outside regularly. The Sport Scotland website (www.sportscotland.org. uk) provides information about different activities you can get involved with and how to find your closest club.

If you decide to take up an extreme sport safety should always be your number one priority. Always take part with a qualified instructor, they will have approved equipment and know what to do if there is a problem.

CULTURE TRIP In total, Scotland’s coastline is 10,250 miles long, making it the perfect location for water sports!

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If exercising in the great outdoors isn’t your cup of tea there’s plenty of other activities you can get involved with.

There are more than 400 museums throughout Scotland showcasing everything from classic cars to children’s toys. Rain or shine visiting a museum is the perfect way to spend a day out alone or with friends. To find your closest museum head to www. visitscotland.com Grab your friends and test your puzzle solving skills at an escape room. You and your team will be put inside a room, normally playing different characters in a storyline, and are challenged to escape by problem solving.

Puzzles will be placed around the room

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for you to solve, once you solve all of them you will be led to your final escape. Escape rooms normally have a time limit of around 60 minutes. Visit www.escaperoomscotland. com to learn more.

If you live in a city take a train, bus or walk to your closest botanic gardens. Most major cities in Scotland have their own, normally sitting in the city centre looking like an out of place greenhouse.

The giant glasshouses contain plants from around the world that wouldn’t usually grow in our cold country’s climate. An explosion of colour, scents, and beyond: heading to the botanic gardens is a guaranteed fun day out – plus, you’ll get some snaps worthy of the ‘gram for when you reconnect to the WiFi.

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The SKY’S the limit with an actuarial apprenticeship.

If you’re a fan of maths, why not make an exciting career of it?

An actuarial apprenticeship could see you working in the fast paced worlds of banking, environmental science, insurance, or Big Data. If you can’t wait to hit the career heights, visit actuaries.org.uk/become-actuary

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LIFE AS A YOUNG CARER There are an estimated 44,000 young carers in Scotland, but the reality is that many more don’t realise they are carers.

Following Young Carers Awareness Day on 31 January, we learn about the day-to-day life of one young carer and what more people should know about care

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aja Meldrum realised at 12 years old that her role in the family made her a young carer. Now 19, she still cares for her family members, doing tasks that include cleaning the house, cooking meals, helping her five younger brothers with their homework, and administering medication.

“Over the years, my mum has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, epilepsy and hemicrania, which means her brain is basically a computer with a virus that can’t be fixed,” explains Maja.

“One of my younger brothers has sensory processing disorder, too.

This means he can struggle with too many noises, he has OCD about his appearance, his sleeping pattern is unpredictable and expressing his emotions is a real struggle.”

CARING

The term “young carer” describes anyone under the age of 16 who helps look after a family member who has a long-term disability, or a physical or mental illness. Anyone aged 16–24 who is caring is considered a “young adult carer”.

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to dress.

This might not sound like much more than the average teenager’s responsibilities, but young carers often have to sacrifice studying for exams, completing homework, spending time with friends to help out their family.

Due to the additional tasks and responsibilities young carers do every day, this can have a knock-on effect on other aspects of their lives. Young carers are more likely to miss days of school and carers aged 16–18 are less likely to be in education, employment or training, according to the Children’s Society.

BULLYING

Young carers are also, unfortunately, more likely to experience bullying at school, with many being targeted because of the disability or illness of the loved one they care for.

Over a quarter of young carers say they have been bullied directly because of their caring role, and 68 per cent have experienced bullying in general.

The nature of their caring role means that young carers often have to grow up quickly, which can mean they stand out amongst their peers.

“Being a young carer affected me in many different ways as a teenager,” admits Maja. “I often felt alone and felt

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SUPPORT

Groups including Carers Trust Scotland, Fife Young Carers and Edinburgh Young Carers run support groups, for young carers to connect with each other and take some time out of the daily routine.

“I have received endless support from Fife Young Carers,” says Maja. “We’re given incredible opportunities and each one I’ve attended has been a blast. You forget about your role because you’re kept so busy and that’s an amazing feeling: it allows us to be young people for a while, instead of young carers.”

Maja is still caring for her family – splitting the responsibilities between herself and a younger brother – and she hasn’t let it deter her from reaching for a bright future: she plans to head to college to complete her Highers, before progressing to university, where she hopes to study a degree in youth work.

“Be confident and let your personality shine,” advises Maja. “Don’t be scared to open up and talk about your role, because it helps. Get involved with the available support – it may be scary at first but it’s definitely worth it.”

FACTS AND FIGURES

55%

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ARE BOYS

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CHILDREN AND TEENAGERS LIVING IN AREAS OF HIGH DEPRIVATION ARE TWICE AS LIKELY TO PROVIDE UNPAID CARE

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ACROSS THE UK, AN AVERAGE OF 48 SCHOOL DAYS ARE MISSED BECAUSE OF A STUDENT’S CARING ROLE A LARGE NUMBER OF YOUNG CARERS GO ON TO STUDY NURSING, DUE TO THEIR EXPERIENCE

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like there was never anyone I could express my feelings too. I gained the confidence to speak to my guidance teacher, who referred me to Fife Young Carers, and from that moment onwards, I knew I wasn’t the only person in that situation.”

Young carers often describe feelings of loneliness and isolation, especially as many don’t have the spare time to socialise with friends. But there are groups out there who are working hard to provide advice, support and respite to young carers around the country.

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REFLECTING ON

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In a triumphant 2018, the Year of the Young People (YoYP) saw eight to 26-year-olds across Scotland raising their voices and challenging the status quo. We speak to one inspiring young person about her experiences during a year young Scots will not forget

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ast year over 500 ambassadors, young people, and communities across Scotland worked together to create opportunities and challenge negative stereotypes of young people.

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After a friend signed up to become an ambassador, 18-year-old Chloe knew she wanted to get involved. “The idea of a year just for young people sounded incredible,” remembers Chloe. “But at the time I was sceptical of how seriously it would be taken by adults and decision makers.”

Breaking down the stigma surrounding young people was a priority for Chloe, she says: “I saw that the YoYP involved events where young people could directly influence policy making and even meet the Cabinet Ministers. YoYP meant an opportunity for my generation to enact real change.”

By the end of 2018, Chloe’s doubts were proven wrong.

for our generation, but for everyone that lives here.”

The 2018 Young Scot Awards were a pivotal moment for her. “Seeing the hundreds of YoYP ambassadors come together as one and share their stories changed my thinking and gave me a new focus for the rest of 2018,” remembers Chloe.

CHANGE

As a member of the UK Youth Parliament, Chloe spoke on equal minimum wage for young people and adults in the House of Commons as Scotland’s debate lead. In 2019 Chloe’s main focus will be to advocate for young people with disabilities or mental health conditions.

“Don’t ever let people stop you from getting your voice heard,” encourages Chloe. “Whether you feel like you’re too busy, too shy, too young, or have a barrier stopping you from getting involved such as a lack of income or disability – times are changing.”

Like many others, Chloe hopes that the momentum of YoYP doesn’t PASSIONATE fade. “Our rights are still equally as Chloe has volunteered for mental important as they were before the health charity See Me Scotland since Hogmanay bells,” stresses Chloe.

2017. This encouraged her to get “There’s still much to be done before involved with Inclusion Scotland we can truly say that my and the Youth Commission generation enjoys the same on Mental Health Services rights as our older peers.” during YoYP. After the success Previously Chloe felt of YoYP 2018, young YoYP meant an other young people people’s voices in weren’t engaging in opportunity for Scotland are stronger local projects, but this my generation to than ever and ready soon changed, she adds: enact real change to continue to make “It reminded me just positive change. What how passionate young does 2019 have in store people are about making for you? society a better place not just 42 Sourcemagazine.org.uk

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Chloe has achieved a lot through volunteering with YoYP18

FIND OUT MORE Discover more about the Year of Young People 2018 by visiting www.yoyp2018.scot

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If you’re looking for a gap year experience that allows you to see the world, gain some life experience, and educate others: then TEFL could be for you

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oel Davis is a law and history graduate from Swansea University. He moved to China after learning how to teach English with TEFL Org UK. “I love working with young people and the rewards it can bring,” explains Joel. “However, I was not completely set upon teaching as a permanent career. I wanted to travel after graduation.

Naturally, I looked into how I could save money, gain experience, and travel. TEFL fit all three of these criteria.”

TEACHING

TEFL Org UK (which stands for teaching English as a foreign language) is an organisation that equips you with the skills needed to work abroad, teaching English to children and adults around the globe.

The classes are online or classroom based, or a mix of both.

Teaching the basics and essentials of the English language, including verbs, nouns, adjectives and tenses – the teaching methods you learn with TEFL Org UK give you the tools to help others improve their English skills.

Opportunities are available worldwide: from Colombia to China, Italy to Indonesia and Spain to South Korea. The opportunities are endless!

LANGUAGE BARRIER

One of the things that can often hold people back from TEFL is the assumption that you have to understand the native language

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before you go, but this isn’t the case.

“I had no knowledge of any Mandarin prior to my arrival in China,” says Joel. “In fact, I’d only learnt the very basic phrases by the end of the first year. Google Translate was essential for many day-to-day activities, and if you can befriend someone who speaks the local language, that goes a long way.

“A lot of the teaching techniques are based on hand gestures and facial expressions. The English taught was incredibly basic: the use of flashcards, songs, games and visual aids are really important.”

LIFE SKILLS

Though teaching can be tough, living abroad will equip you with life skills and experiences that will be invaluable in the future.

“I’d be lying if I said the first few months were easy,” admits Joel. “We had to adjust to our new surroundings, train for our new role, update our visa, open a bank account, get a new phone number, take a medical, and set up our new apartment.

I love working It was incredibly with young people stressful at times. and the rewards However, if you push it can bring through the culture shock, you’ll come out the other side a more resilient and open person.”

So, what are you waiting for?

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on YouTube Dodie first graced our screens d 23, Dodie is on when she was just 16. Now age ma Storr caught tour and has a top five EP. Em to find out all up with the Essex-born singer with Tom Walker about her Human EP, working ntal health and chatting honestly about me

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with Tom What was it like to work ?

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d to making From living life on the roa to rk wo music, how do you stay grounded?

Definitely my friends.

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my makeup burned out, then I take off lin Dodie. and my friends call me gob nothing ut abo t We make tea and cha . We life l rea my e’s and I’m like: her . nts me mo se tho d nee definitely for Source What advice do you have a music sue pur to g kin readers loo career? can. The Just start in any way you won’t be now g kin ma music you're if you start but be, to it nt wa you what rt again, sta n the and make mistakes, ! late too er nev It’s you’ll learn.

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Tub You on followers and I I remember making videos it for fun. did t jus I didn’t have a goal, ating stin cra pro like s wa Honestly, it n’t did I . form doing my homework nted wa I do, to ng know what I was goi ich wh r yea gap a k too to go to uni, but lly rea I’m . life ended up being my entire lucky honestly.

Tom’s lyrics are so nice, we had writing sessions and his style was really different Dodie’s latest EP, Human, is out now!

Check out her website, dodie.co, for new releases and tour dates.

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