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Hello, we’re Careers World... ...and this is Careers World magazine, here to help you decide your next step! With the end of the school year fast approaching it’s an exciting time for school leavers like you, as you take that next step towards your dream career. There are millions of different routes you can take: you could get ahead with an Apprenticeship, get your qualifications paid for with employer funded study, discover a vocational course at college, apply for a uni course and much more. In this issue we will profile some of the biggest sectors in your region and explain how to take the first step to a career in the ones that interest you. We’ll also explore employment trends in your area, take a look at some remarkable true stories of young people who’ve been successful after leaving school and give you a guide to all of the qualifications out there. There’s a lot to sort out before September, so we answer some of the most common questions or concerns you might have in our school leaver problems page.

Throughout this magazine, you’ll see lots of facts and figures about your region and its sectors. We get them from UK National Statistics, various Sector Skills Councils and industry experts. It’s all official stuff, there’s no Wikipedia where we’re involved!

But Careers World magazine is only the beginning. As new opportunities arise every day the best place to get the latest news is with Careers World online. There’s no excuse to not ﬁnd out more with our website, facebook and twitter feeds, as well as our fantastic newsletters which ﬂy straight to your email inbox! So what are you waiting for? Turn the page, get started and make the most of your summer with Careers World...

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The perfect place to start, jump straight to any section that appeals or keep turning the pages and get stuck in – It’s time to find your dream career!

The Intro Bits 07

School Leaver Problem Page

There are lots of routes you can take, and lots of potential issues, but after reading our problem page you’ll be ready for anything.

Life Stories Past and present students tell us all about their experiences and how they succeeded.

Qualifications Table See how different qualiﬁcations add up, and how they compare.

Careers Insight 17

Health & Social Care

A varied sector with endless possibilities.

If you’ve got a big heart, put it to good use in a caring career.

IT & Telecoms

This cutting edge industry isn’t just for geeks.

Construction Build a successful career for yourself.

Engineering

Transport & Logistics A ﬂeet of careers that keep our world moving forward.

Imagine a Career We give you a heads-up on the other sectors out there, which we’ll cover in future issues.

Here’s how it works Every term we publish a new issue of Careers World that covers five sectors in detail, giving you a good idea of what a career in these sectors would be like. Don’t worry if the sector you’re keen on isn’t one of the five – you can find a brief overview of all other sectors in the ‘Imagine a career’ article or if you head to www.careersworld.co.uk. We’ll cover five different sectors in detail in the next issue, so look out for us next term. If there is anything else you would like us to cover, or you just want to say hello, drop us an email at editor@opendoorsmedia.co.uk. We want to make sure we cover everything you need to plan your future! Happy reading, and hope you have a great term.

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Spotlight: London All about your region.

More Helpful Stuff Useful links, contact details and more – get in touch with people who can help.

Don’t miss out! Find out how you can get ahead with the Careers World handy newsletter!

Where are you heading? We can help you… The National Careers Service offers millions of young people and adults the chance to develop their potential. We also support the experts who are there to help you. If you live in England and are aged 13 or older, then you can use our service. What’s more, it’s free. We can offer you plenty of information, advice and support to help you decide what’s best for your future development and help you make the most of your skills. Whether you’re interested in an Apprenticeship, taking a university degree or simply volunteering, we’re here to help you take that next step.

To find out more, search online for National Careers Service or call 0800 100 900

07 Going into sixth form, college, an apprenticeship, university or the world of work? Leaving school is an exciting time but sometimes you might have big decisions or dilemmas along the way, take a look at our problem page to make sure you are prepared...

82% Over

of UK employees are qualiﬁed to NVQ 1 and above

Statistics show in the year to July 2012 there were

502,500 Apprenticeship starts in the UK

There are over

2 million students in the UK!

1/3 Around

of UK workers are qualiﬁed to NVQ 4 and above

800,000 school leavers and graduates enter the job market each year

There are more than

500,000 university places available in the UK each year

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A-Level results day

GCSE results day

New academic year

and training providers have ver speciﬁc route you’re taking, most education It’s also important to check the key dates for whate to be available. For have you when know you looming deadlines. Make sure easy to use websites and will warn you of any useless until you actually go and ent dates, so you may have a place but that’s example, many colleges have different enrolm enrol.

In our previous issues we covered some of the common questions you had about which options to take when you leave school and how to apply for them. Now you have a plan it is time to consider some of the problems you may encounter and, more importantly, how to avoid them!

Speak to your school careers advisor

This seems obvious and by this point in the year it is likely that you have already spoken to your school advisor, but even if you know exactly what you’re doing it can’t hurt to get an expert opinion. Your careers advisors are there to help you and going along for a chat may raise issues you hadn’t even thought of.

Consider all the available options

Again at this point you’ve probably explored a few different avenues, or have applied for your dream course, but a back-up plan is always useful. For example, if you don’t get the grades you need to get on your course, is there a different type of qualiﬁcation you can do to get into the industry you want to? There may be other colleges or providers who offer the same course too and it’s ﬁne to go to open days at different places even if you’ve already applied elsewhere.

Dilemmas, concerns & problems... Here are some of the issues students have with the most common school leaver routes. But if you do a bit of preparation and make use of the resources available there is nothing to worry about!

Think about money

‘Money makes the world go round’ is a cheesy catchphrase - but it’s true. Money is a big issue no matter what route you take: if you’re doing an Apprenticeship, you get paid, but need to consider possible travelling expenses; if you’re doing a further education course the old EMA funding system no longer exists; if you’re going to university you will be in control of your own household budget! Many students get part-time or summer jobs to help fund their studies, could this be an option for you?

Apprenticeships

Problem: You’ve heard all about Apprenticeships, and would like to do one so you can get paid and qualiﬁed, but you can’t ﬁnd any vacancies.

Ask your friends, relatives, teachers and careers advisors, if they know any local employers or providers who can help you find an Apprenticeship . Alternatively if you have Solution: More and more a part-time job you could young people are interested always ask you r current in Apprenticeships and we employer to take you on as gave you the info on how to an Apprentice ! It sounds apply for an Apprenticeship strange but lots of people in our last issue. Obviously who do Apprenticeships your first port of call should already have jobs, be because of the benefits www.apprenticeships.org to the employee and the . uk and the online vacancy employer. You get qualified matching service, which and your employer doesn’t lists all of the available have to pay anything for opportunities. You don’t the training if you’re 18 or have to leave your search under. there though, why not do some networking?

09 A Levels and Sixth Form

College Enrolment

Problem: You’ve got places at several colleges but you’re not sure where to go, or how to enrol. Solution: If you’ve been unsure about what course you want to do, or where you want to do it, you may have places at more than one college, or a place at sixth form and college available. This is completely normal and colleges understand that your situation may have changed since application, especially if you applied for your course in the autumn term of year 11. Once you have decided which course you want to do contact the college(s) you won’t be

Problem: You’re not sure you’ve made the right choices for your A-Levels, and you don’t know whether to stay at your schools sixth form or go elsewhere.

attending and inform them of your decision.

As mentioned in the colleg e enrolment section it is common to have oﬀers from more than one place. Hopefully you will have Solution: After getting you r GCSE results, or just having been to both college and sixth form open days so a change of heart, you you should have a good may want to do diﬀerent A idea of what both are like. Levels from the ones you It’s really a choice between have previously chosen. the size and independence Sometimes the best thing of a new college, or sixth to do is allow time to adapt form, or staying where you and get used to the course . already know the teachers However if you have the and have friends. There is necessary GCSE grades no set answer about which you should be able to is best, it really depends on change before term starts without any problems. Most what you think is best for your future. schools and colleges don’t

It’s really important that you enrol on your chosen course in time, as enrolment days at colleges can be hectic. Once you have been offered a place most colleges will send you a letter telling you what you need to enrol and when enrolment is. Though each college is different you may need photo identification, references, loan/fee payment information and qualification documents with you when you go to enrol. Most colleges have phone hotlines or email addresses you can contac t if you are unsure about what you need and where you need to go.

UCAS and University

Part-time jobs

provide you with money but it looks good on your CV too - many employers consider workplace experience to be as important as education and qualiﬁcations. There are lots of job sites out Solution: There are funding there with part-time roles options available for further for students who need and higher education extra cash, so get your CV through government online, but also consider bursaries and scholarships doing a bit of networking ; however many students or just taking a CV round who don’t qualify for these small local businesses. Lot s still have money worries. of jobs are never actually A popular option for many advertised, there’s no harm students is a part-time or a in asking local businesses summer/temporary job. if they need extra staﬀ and industries like the restauran t Not only will part-time work trade are always looking for alongside your studies new people! Problem: You want to stay in further or higher education, and have an ideal course lined up, but you’re worried about money.

will accept you anyway, especially if you’re just short of the mark.

Problem: You’re worried you won’t get the grades you expected and may have to go through clearing .

Going through Clearing allows you to look at all of the courses that still have places. You may Solution: Every year A use Clearing if you didn’t Level results day is all over receive any offers, missed the news with the clearing your grades or want to process in complete turn down the offers you pandemonium and have received. Through gazillions of disappointed Clearing you can speak students. However in to as many universities reality the process is really and colleges you want, straightforward. If you’re so you can decide what unsuccessful with your course you want to do, but first choice offer, but meet you can only accept one the conditions for your course. Clearing is nothing second choice, you will be to be scared of; thousands accepted there. If you fail of students get places to meet the conditions for through the system every either choice you can get year! Alternatively you can a place through Clearing. always ask your teachers Even if you miss your about repeating your A required grades its worth Levels or even getting them checking if the institutions re-m arked. that offered you places

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Did you know that completing an Advanced Apprenticeship is the same as getting an A level? There are lots of different qualifications – here is how they compare. Remember, within any one level, qualifications can cover a wide mix of subjects and take different amounts of time to complete.

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Foundation Learning Tier

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5 GCSEs (grades D-G)

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Intermediate Apprenticeship

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Life Stories Collete Gibson, Apprentice in Administration Level 3 Collette Gibson, aged 20 is an apprentice and administrator in the Training for London department of Barnet and Southgate College. Collette started her apprenticeship on a 12 month contract. After completing a very successful apprenticeship, Collette was offered a permanent role as an Administration Assistant within the Training for London team at the College which she accepted and is now enjoying her new role. Collette says: “I wanted to work in administration but not having past experience in the sector I found it difficult to get into. The apprenticeship was a good way of me gaining experience as well as a qualification towards my chosen career. I was on my gap year whilst I applied for the apprenticeship as I was unsure as to whether university was the right move for me. “Ideally I would like to work up the ladder, for example becoming a head administrator. I enjoy what my job entails. Gaining invaluable experience and another qualification can only benefit you in your future career, and getting paid to do it is a big bonus. The beauty of doing an apprenticeship is that I can still go to university after I have completed my apprenticeship, although I am now working permanently in the College, it’s still an option - but unfortunately once you have completed a degree you are ineligible to do an apprenticeship (unless it is an advanced apprenticeship).” www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk info@barnetsouthgate.ac.uk 020 8266 4000

Jessica Hyde, 2nd yr National Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design) @ Fashion Retail Academy “Fashion has always been a large interest of mine, so when I heard through a friend and student of the FRA about the Academy I was impressed by the variety of courses they offered within a fashion retail context. The vocational emphasis and links to the fashion industry led me to apply for the BTEC in Graphic Design as an alternative to A levels- keeping my options open for either work or higher education. “Now in my second year, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the course and at the Academy with it’s excellent resources and friendly atmosphere. Teachers offer great work support and help is always given if needed. The wide ranging course structure allowed me to develop as an independent learner and has also helped me to determine what area of design interested me most to pursue further. “Having been intrigued by the history of art and fashion during contextual studies, next year I hope to continue my education and study for a BA in the History of Art at university.” The Fashion Retail Academy offers free full-time vocational courses for students aged 16-19 to develop the skills and experience required to make them ‘job ready’ for an exciting career in the world of fashion retail. Forthcoming Open Day 15th May 2013. For further information visit our website: www.fashionretailacademy.ac.uk

13 Super Software Engineering Apprentice Lewis Park has been getting ahead as a Junior Software Engineer with Capgemini, here’s his story... Why did you apply to Capgemini? “I applied to Capgemini as I wanted a guaranteed career after my studies. I didn’t want to join the thousands of students & graduates who struggle to gain employment after university.” What is your favourite aspect about Capgemini? “My favourite aspect of Capgemini is the fact the organisation is built around people and innovation. If you have an idea you would like to see put into practice, Capgemini is the place to do it.” Why would you recommend Capgemini as an employer to other apprentices? “Capgemini pay a great amount considering how fresh you are when you join the company. Even the most senior people will speak to you on your level, and everyone is always more than happy to help. I would recommend this to anyone who is considering a career in the IT industry.” What is the best thing you have learned during your time at Capgemini? “I have been taught the foundations of many different technical skills in my ﬁrst few months at Capgemini. However, I feel the best thing I have learned so far is the value of professionalism. It really gives you an insight into the best practice to get on in any industry.” What is the best part about your apprenticeship? “We have quite a close-knit community of apprentices and graduates within Capgemini. Everyone supports one another, and many people have made friends within the organisation too. It is such a big organisation, so you are constantly meeting new people.” www.uk.capgemini.com

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Nissan Apprenticeship in Engineering Design Three students from West Thames College are currently on an engineering apprenticeship with top car manufacturer Nissan. They will get hands on experience and develop the skills necessary to become a clay modeller for the automotive industry. Clay modellers are hugely in demand and an apprenticeship in this area is certain to open up career opportunities for them. Joanna Bond explains why the apprenticeship is right for her: “This Apprenticeship is giving me the opportunity to get my qualifications and go straight into work. In such tough economic times, it’s hard to find a job, but this scheme gives you the best of both worlds – the theory and practice all in one. “Clay modelling is a very specialist role and not a job you can just walk into. This scheme gives you all the skills you need to fulfil the role, plus lots more. “I am determined and anxious at the same time. You are representing a global brand – it doesn’t get much better than that.” For more information call 020 8326 2000 or visit www.west-thames.ac.uk

Hillingdon Training - helping young people get ahead Hillingdon Training Limited (HTL), established in 2003, matches over 150 young people with an employer every year. Peter Sale, Director of HTL, comments: “The beauty of an apprenticeship programme is that at the end of it, the apprentice will have qualiﬁcations as well as industrial experience. I think it is a very valuable alternative to other education routes and offers a distinct advantage when it comes to seeking employment in today’s challenging job market.” Rachel Snooks, 16, from Eastcote, is a Business & Administration apprentice at HTL. For her, an apprenticeship programme was a clear choice after leaving school. Rachel comments: “I didn’t really feel like going to college after secondary school, so I went to my careers adviser who suggested an apprenticeship. I’m a really hands-on type of person and I enjoy working more than studying. I think apprenticeships suit people who want to be out there in the working world.”

George Ioannou, Horticulture Level 3 George Ioannou got into gardening from a young age, helping out his family with their gardens, which led to paid work from friends and neighbours. On leaving school George headed to Capel Manor where he enrolled on to a level 1 diploma in horticulture and after completing level 2 as well, he is now working towards a level 3 diploma. George was awarded distinction grades for his level 1 and 2 courses and Student of the Year twice, all of this whilst continuing his private gardening work in his spare time.

Simon Rudd, 18, from Hayes, is doing a Children’s Care apprenticeship. He said: “I’ve always wanted to work with children. I ﬁrst started an art course at college, but it wasn’t for me. I got this apprenticeship through HTL and absolutely love it.” HTL offers apprenticeships in Business & Administration, Children’s Care, Customer Service, Health & Social Care, IT and Supporting Teaching & Learning, as well as a Foundation Learning programme to help those thinking about a job and preparing for an apprenticeship. To ﬁnd out more call Hillingdon Training on 01895 671976, or visit www.hillingdontraining.co.uk

“I always knew I didn’t want to carry on at school, sitting in a classroom, I prefer being outside. Before I came to Capel Manor I thought horticulture was just about gardening but I’ve seen that there are so many career opportunities out there. I’d like to work as a head gardener at a private gardens, so I can work in pleasant surroundings and become involved with many different projects. After my level 3 diploma I’d also like to do the RHS Master of Horticulture qualiﬁcation, which is like a degree. Capel Manor is such a nice place to come and learn, it’s friendly and the teachers really support you.” Capel Manor College have centres in north, south east and west London. 08456 122122 enquiries@capel.ac.uk www.capel.ac.uk Hillingdon Training apprentices celebrate their success with Lee McQueen (front left), winner of The Apprentice.

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Are you looking for a rewarding, long-term career in a growing sector? An Apprenticeship in social care could be the answer â&#x20AC;&#x201C; earn while you learn! Social care is a growing sector and one that offers increasing opportunities for progression. Skills for Careâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s career pathways e-tool lets you explore where an Apprenticeship in health and social care can lead and see case studies from those who work in the sector. Go to www.skillsforcare.org.uk/careerpathways For more information visit: www.skillsforcare.org.uk/apprenticeships

It’s one of the biggest sectors in the UK. It’s also your chance to start a rewarding, challenging career that helps people live healthy, happy lives.

There are an estimated

1.85 million

people employed in adult social care in England

There are over

80%

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22,100

of the health workforce is female

organisations are involved in providing and organising social care

Advanced Dental Technicians

The NHS is the largest employer in Europe, with over

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1.3 million

per year

Ollie, Oaklands Community Care

appointments, helping them to shop and cook, or just offering emotional support over coffee.

Ollie left school at the age of 16 and was unclear about which career path to take. It was only when he heard about the Apprenticeship scheme in care at Oaklands that he realised this opportunity was too good to miss.

He works with a range of adults with varying needs, across different age groups. He feels a sense of achievement helping vulnerable adults back into the community and loves meeting people from different backgrounds.

Oaklands Community Care delivers care and support services to people with learning disabilities and mental ill health, enabling them to live where they choose and have access to education, employment and social activities. Ollie already had some personal dealings of the impact of mental health on a family member, so was aware of the difference that care could make. He was excited at the prospect of being able to work and train, whilst being paid. Ollie’s tasks vary and can include escorting service users to medical

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Ollie realises that through continual training and hard work, he can go as far as possible in the care sector. For more information about social care Apprenticeships visit www. skillsforcare.org.uk/apprenticeships.

A Senior Health Visitor earns an average of

£33,436 per year

Occupations with shortages include:

Pharmacists, Dental Practitioners, Specialist Nurses

If you’ve got a big heart and want to work with people, then a career in health and social care could be for you. This sector is about keeping people healthy, happy and looked after – and it takes all sorts of job roles to do this, from nurses and care assistants to administrative assistants and IT specialists. Healthcare is an essential part of our society, which means that there’ll always be jobs on offer for qualified people. In fact, this is one sector that continues to thrive during recessions. Here are some of the main areas in the sector, along with the entry-level job position that could be your first step on the career ladder. Allied Health Professions People who specialise in a speciﬁc area, like speech and language therapists, radiographers, occupational therapists and psychologists. The work of these professionals varies greatly depending on their skills, whether you’re good at science, the arts, sports or psychology, there is something for you.

Childcare Childcare is an important career. Workers in this sector have to have the necessary skills to help children grow emotionally, physically and socially. As with most sectors job roles vary greatly, from managerial positions to hands on assistants. The typical working day for someone in this sector will largely depend on the age of the children they care for and whether or not they are based in a school, day-care centre, or at the childs home.

Healthcare Science

Social Care

The scientiﬁc side to it all – includes pharmacists, biomedical scientists and laboratory assistants. Healthcare scientists play a vital role in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a range of medical conditions. Technological advances make this a very exciting area to work in.

Social care workers and personal assistants help a variety of people, ranging from those with disabilities to the elderly. They assist these groups in maintaining their independence and living fuller lives. Many of these workers visit patients in their own homes and provide support in a variety of settings.

Health Information

Wider Healthcare Team

The people who help process, store and analyse patient information and medical records – medical records clerk, clinical researcher, IT professionals. This is one of the fastest growing areas in the NHS as technology improves and more emphasis is placed on keeping accurate records of patients.

The NHS is a huge organisation that has to make sure all hospitals and health centres are well maintained, and that those in their care have all of their needs met. The wider healthcare team includes all the other jobs that keep the NHS running smoothly, like technicians, porters, gardeners, caterers, cleaning staff, etc.

Dental There are a range of roles that are important to the dental team. Dentists, dental nurses, hygienists, technicians and therapists are all vital to providing dental care. Some will be employed or partners in a dental practice or based at NHS hospitals. With the growth of private dental care many working in this area are very well paid.

Nursing & Midwifery The largest group of staff in the NHS, nurses play a vital role in assisting doctors and consultants. A caring persona is vital as the nurses have to reassure and care for patients. Midwifery is one of the most rewarding job roles in the healthcare profession due to the key role they play in assisting mothers before, during and after birth.

Get Qualified Apprenticeships

If you’re aged 16 or over, you could take an Apprenticeship in health and social care and get a job with an employer. You’ll do half of your learning on the job and half in the classroom with a college or training provider. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 2 qualiﬁcations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas: • Health and Social Care • Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians • Support Services in Healthcare

Advanced Apprenticeships

qualiﬁcations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas: • Dental Nursing • Health and Social Care • Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree. Most employers and universities will value subjects that demonstrate you have solid base level knowledge and would be able to develop skills relevant to the industry. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction: • Biology (Human) • Health and Social Care • Physical Education

Foundation Degrees

You can also do a Foundation Degree in health & social care. A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualiﬁcation which combines academic study with practical hands-on experience. Designed

They are university-level qualifications and are equivalent to the first two years of an honours degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are different from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college.

College Courses

A college course can also be a great route into this sector. To see which colleges have relevant courses in your region check out www.careersworld.co.uk.

Get into the Sector

Salaries Most people in this sector work for the NHS, where an entry-level position will earn you between £13,000 and £14,000 a year. With a level 2 or 3 qualiﬁcation, you could be earning £16,000. The more experience you pick up, the more you’ll earn.

jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment.

There are lots of pathways to a career in this sector – relevant work experience is one of them…

Volunteering

There are lots of volunteering opportunities in health and social care, and this type of experience could qualify you for a fulltime position or boost your application for a course. Visit www.volunteering.org.uk or www.do-it.org.uk to search for opportunities near you.

London Focus There are around 388,000 health and social care employees here. Even though the sector is one of London’s smaller employers, its large population means that London still accounts for nearly 15% of England’s health workforce. Areas of this sector that you could work in include hospital activities, general medical practice activities and dentistry.

Work experience

The NHS trusts in your area will be able to arrange work experience placements. Simply ring them up and ask to speak to someone in their HR, voluntary services or education and training departments.

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If you want to ﬁnd a learning provider or course related to this sector head to our useful links pages at the back of this magazine or ﬁnd out more at www.careersworld.co.uk.

www.skillsforhealth.org.uk – Skills for Health. www.skillsforcare.org.uk – Skills for Care. www.nhscareers.nhs.uk – NHS Careers. www.stepintothenhs.nhs.uk - Step into the NHS. www.socialcarecareers.co.uk Website on careers in social care.

Fast Facts • Around 50% of care workers in London are from minority ethnic groups. • 18% of health and social care employers here have vacancies. • Employees in this sector tend to have a higher level of qualiﬁcation than most sectors.

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3/4 9% IT services ﬁrms have a rising turnover, roughly

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Dominique Fleming, IT Service Desk Analyst Apprentice at Siemens “I wanted to work but also gain qualiﬁcations that I will have for the rest of my life. I knew that I wanted this apprenticeship as soon as I spoke to QA; their recruitment team were very supportive and gave me helpful feedback and advice at each stage of my application. “My job responsibilities include maintaining the IT systems across Siemens and I really enjoy working with customers to solve their problems. If I work hard I know I can progress and I am being trained on some of the same work as my boss! “I really enjoy the structure of the QA Apprenticeship combining my work and

study. I have made new friends at work and in the training academy. “My QA Apprenticeship has given me not just IT skills but the ability and conﬁdence to talk to people at work and do my job well. I now know what I want to do and have the drive to work hard to achieve the best career I can for myself.”

IT & Telecoms are a major part of life – it helps us keep in touch with our friends, stay entertained, conduct business and more. This sector is all about digital technologies and it’s a fast moving area with excellent prospects, whether you’ve got a technical brain or a way with people. This sector can be broken down into two main areas:

Telecoms

uses As you can imagine, almost every organisation and business out there use IT at people million 21 UK, the In ns. computers as part of their daily operatio IT is found banks, and charities to stations power and s hospital work every day! From – systems ion informat in all parts of life. The IT industry is all about computers and them. installing and them selling them, designing them, developing them, making career paths Skilled IT professionals are always in demand. There’s a wide range of working with involve jobs IT of lots r, on offer and many of them are technical – howeve IT: in careers the of some are other people in a team. Here

Web Designer

Software Developer

These designers use a mixture of technical and creative skills to build websites that look good, function well and are user-friendly. Many web designers work independently but those working in companies may be in a team with programmers and other specialists. Salary: starting between £16,000 and £20,000.

These people design computer programmes and applications that help businesses work more effectively, such as bookkeeping software. Working on anything from business applications to games these roles are highly complex and technical. Salary: starting between £20,000 and £26,000.

IT Trainer

Helpdesk Assistant

These people make courses to teach clients how to use computers and different applications. They train people of all abilities and backgrounds and will generally specialise in a particular area, which could be anything from technical training to general use of applications like MS Ofﬁce. Salary: starting around £18,000.

Offering support to IT users with technical difﬁculties. This role requires good communication skills and the ability to explain problems clearly, as well as technical knowledge. Salary: starting between £14,000 and £17,000.

Telecoms is a broad term for any technology that transmits information, like phone lines, broadband, TV, mobile phones and satellites. This industry includes internet suppliers, mobile phone companies and the big companies like BT and SKY who offer a wide range of services (phone + broadband + satellite TV) in one package. It’s a growing sector with lots of different career paths. You could be installing ﬁbre optic broadband cables, selling contracts in a call centre or assisting customers in a mobile phone shop. Apprenticeships are a recognised way of progressing through this industry.

Telecoms Technician The people who install, test and repair telecommunication systems like telephone and broadband cabling. This can range from installing home satellite systems to working on communications for large companies and corporations. Salary: starting between £12,000 and £15,000.

Customer Service The people who assist contract holders and users with any enquires, from billing to technical problems. Similarly to helpdesk assistants communication skills are required in order to help people. Salary: starting between £14,000 and £16,000.

Get Qualified There are plenty of vocational and academic routes into this sector... Apprenticeships

If you’re aged 16 or over, you could take an Apprenticeship in IT services & development telecoms. You’ll do half of your learning on the job and half in the classroom with a college or training provider, picking up qualiﬁcations along the way. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, both of these result in level 2 qualiﬁcations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas: • IT and Telecoms Professionals • IT User

Advanced Apprenticeships

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree. In this industry demonstrating that you’re handy with computers is an obvious advantage; however technical roles may require other skills too. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction: • Computing • Design & Technology – Systems and Control • ICT

College Courses

A college course can also be a great route into this sector. To see which colleges have relevant courses in your region check out www.careersworld.co.uk.

Foundation Degrees

You can also do a foundation degree in Information Technology. A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualiﬁcation which combines academic study with practical hands-on experience. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment.

Advanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships help you become more qualified whilst gaining employment experience. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 3 They are university-level qualifications qualifications such as NVQs, BTECs or and are equivalent to the first two years Diplomas: of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time • Information and Library Services • IT Foundation Degree takes two years to and Telecoms Professionals • IT User complete, and are different from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning You can also do a Higher Apprenticeship, in the workplace as well as at university level 4 qualification, in: or college. • ICT Professionals

London Focus This sector is a major contributor to the London economy and is central to guiding it out of the recession. Beyond that, every business uses computers so IT skills will make you more employable. The industry forecasts needing 90,000 new recruits over the next ﬁve years…so now’s the time to get qualiﬁed!

Fast Facts

Useful Links

• The sector contributes to 10% of London’s economy. • One in 13 people in London work in this sector. • The sector is forecast to grow three times faster than another sector in the UK.

www.e-skills.com – The Sector Skills Council for this industry. www.microsoft.com/uk – Microsoft UK. www.comptia.org – Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). www.bigambition.co.uk - Big Ambition.

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It’s more than just bricks and mortar. The construction industry is worth billions and builds the world around us, from hospitals and houses to bridges and football stadiums. Be a part of it!

55% 13% Private housing accounts for

of employees in this sector are manual workers

It’s not just for the boys - almost

200,000 women work in this sector too

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Kojo Hurley-Holder College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London Construction student, Kojo Hurley-Holder, is the first student to benefit from the Haringey Guarantee Partnership, which brings local providers together to create opportunities for young people. After successfully completing the first year of his BTEC Level 3 in Construction, the College put Kojo forward for a unique placement that would provide him with the skills for an outstanding career. After a successful interview, Kojo gained a six year training package with Mulalley, a large construction firm, becoming a

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790,000 people working in this sector are self-employed

Construction apprentices earn around

£8,700 in their ﬁrst year!

Construction is one of the UK’s biggest industries and turns over billions of pounds a year. This sector is responsible for creating the buildings and structures we rely on – the houses we live in, the motorways we drive across, the stadiums we watch matches in, the bridges we cross, and so on. As you can imagine, it takes a lot of people working together to pull off major construction projects. Whether you like physical outdoor work or drawing technical plans in the office, there is a career path to suit everyone. Here are some of the most popular trades. You can get into all of these areas through a construction Apprenticeship:

Painting & Decorating

Plumbing

Plastering

Applying the ﬁnishing touch to surfaces, like wallpaper, gloss and emulsion; Painter and Decorators can work on construction sites or on commercial and domestic projects. Salary Range: £17,000 to £23,000

There never seems to be a plumber when you need one. Plumbing is the skilled trade of working with pipes, tubing and plumbing ﬁxtures for drinking water systems, the drainage of waste and heating systems. It is one of the most varied roles, you could be working on existing pipe work or installing something new. Salary Range: £16,500 to £35,000

There are two types of plastering roles: Solid Plasterers apply wet ﬁnishes to walls, ceilings and ﬂoors, and Fibrous Plasterers work in workshops to produce ornamental plasterwork as decoration. Salary Range: £17,000 to £28,000

Scaffolding

Building surveyors give detailed advice on the construction, design and maintenance of proposed or existing buildings. They have to work out the distances and angles between various points of the construction. This job is vital to making sure the building is secure. Salary Range: £15,000 to £37,000

Bricklaying One of the most popular trades and Apprenticeships, bricklaying is about building and repairing walls, using a range of materials and techniques. It can be really creative work too with you may be called on to produce decorative and interesting effects. Salary Range: £17,000 to £28,000

Building safe working platforms for construction workers to use when working on buildings and other structures. Scaffolders work on a variety of projects, including some very tall buildings. Salary Range: £17,000 to £26,000

Surveying

Civil Engineering Carpentry & Joinery Civil engineering is about the design and construction of buildings and other important structures like pipelines, bridges, railways and roads. They provide technical support on construction projects to help turn complex designs into reality. Salary Range: £15,000 to £37,000

As timber is so widely used the building and installation of wood products, such as ﬂoors, staircases, doors and roof trusses, is vital work. Joiners can work on construction sites and domestic premises – bench joiners work in joiner’s shops on complex wood products. Salary Range: £17,000 to £31,000

Salaries Generally, tradespeople with a Level 2 qualiﬁcation will earn around £325 a week and those with a Level 3 will earn close to £385 a week. If you choose to do a Construction Apprenticeship, you can expect to earn around £8,700 the ﬁrst year, £11,600 the next, and £15,350 the third year.

Get Qualified Vocational qualifications are the way to get ahead in this sector... Apprenticeships

This is one of the best ways to get into the industry. The construction Apprenticeship scheme is a two-year programme for a level 2 award. To apply, you’ll need to have found an employer that will sponsor you. Get in touch with your local Construction Skills oﬃce for job opportunities and vacancies in your area (see useful links box). Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 2 qualiﬁcations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:

Construction Building

• Painter and Decorator • Maintenance Operative (repairs, tiling, plastering) • Bricklayer • Craft Mason • Carpenter • Joiner • Woodmachinist

Construction Technical, Supervision and Management • Team Leader Construction Civil Engineering

• Construction Operative • Formworker • Highways Maintenance • Plant Mechanic • Plant Operator • Tunnelling Operative

Construction Specialist

• Scaﬀolder • Roofer • Roof Tiler • Wall and Floor Tiler • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitter • Floor Layer • Dry Liner • Ceiling Fixer • Partitioner • Mastic Asphalter • Plasterer

• Thatcher • Stone Mason • Insulation Installer

Advanced Apprenticeships

Advanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships in construction are a one-year addition to the two-year apprenticeship. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 3 qualiﬁcations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:

Construction Building

• Bricklayer • Carpenter • Joiner

Construction Technical, Supervision and Management

• Site Technician • Civil Engineering Technician • Work Supervisor

Construction Civil Engineering

• Plant Mechanic

Construction Specialist

• Plasterer • Roofer • Stone Mason • Wall and Floor Tiler

College Courses

A college course can also be a great route into this sector. To see which colleges have relevant courses in your region check out www.careersworld.co.uk.

London Focus While the recession hit the construction industry pretty hard, things are starting to look up. New housing initiatives have helped the construction sector grow by 2% each year, so now’s a good time to get qualiﬁcations – you’ll be able to hit the ground running and take advantage of the new job opportunities.

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree. Most employers and universities value practical and scientiﬁc subjects; these demonstrate that you would be able to understand how things work. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction: • Biology • Chemistry • Design & Technology • Electronics • Maths • Physics

Foundation Degrees

A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualification which combines academic study with practical handson experience. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment. They are university-level qualifications and are equivalent to the first two years of an honours degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are different from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college.

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• The construction sector in London requires over 1,180 new recruits annually. • Over the next three years, growth should hit 7%. • Bricklayers, labourers and ﬂoorers will be in greatest demand.

If you want to ﬁnd a learning provider or course related to this sector head to our useful links pages at the back of this magazine or ﬁnd out more at www.careersworld.co.uk.

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From making aeroplanes fly to maintaining sophisticated machinery, engineers are behind the greatest achievements of mankind. Get into engineering and you’ll be on one of the most exciting career paths out there! Engineering industries employ

815,600 people in the UK Science industries employ an estimated

191,000 people in the UK

UK engineering exports are valued at

£137 billion each year

1/5 Engineering makes up

of the UK economy!

Students showcase new engineering innovations to HRH Prince Philip at the Royal Academy of Engineering Nine students from Lambeth College took part in the Royal Academy of Engineering event, to formally open the Academy’s public space named in Prince Philip’s honour, competing in three tough engineering design challenges. Students were asked to design and test a specially adapted wheelchair to be used by athletes in the next Paralympic games, build a robot from a kit supplied by robotic design system manufacturers Vex and use a super capacitor charged by a solar panel to drive a model vehicle. Showcasing their talent, students had the opportunity to demonstrate and talk about their work and career ambitions in front of Prince Philip and leading

After an engineering Apprenticeship you could be earning

£20,000 a year!

20% Roughly

of engineering employees are female

Around

354,000

employees will be required in science, engineering and manufacturing by 2016

108,200

people work in the aerospace industry in the UK

industry experts and fellows throughout the day. Student Yasmin Harris Boadi said “We worked very hard as a team to ensure we were prepared for the challenges set. Extensive research went into the successful completion of the projects and each member of the team was designated a speciﬁc task. We were determined that everything worked correctly in front of the Prince.” Student Alex Scoltock said “The Prince asked me what I would like to achieve and where I saw myself in ten years’ time. I told him that I am aiming to work on a large construction project, similar or even better than The Shard.”

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At the heart of every technological advance is an engineer. In fact, an engineer has played a role in almost every aspect of our society. Chemical engineers create new fuels to keep vehicles moving; civil engineers design our railways and roads; and aerospace engineers design the most modern aircraft. Engineers use problem solving, creativity and imagination to come up with answers to problems. The main challenge is doing more with less. How can they make something cheaper, quicker and more effectively than ever before? Engineering is one of the most varied sectors out there. Here are some of the main areas:

Chemical

Electrical

The processing of raw materials into fuels, chemicals, plastics and pharmaceuticals. Chemical engineers are often researching new materials or helping to develop the plants that turn these materials into the ﬁnished product.

Designing and making electrical systems and components. This can range from small, individual, circuits and components to helping design and manage an entire electrical network, grid, or power station.

Mechanical Designing motors, machinery and other engines. Mechanical engineers can work on small component parts or even extremely large machinery or vehicles. This is one of the most diverse engineering roles.

Defence Designing and maintaining aircraft, navigation systems, rockets, satellites etc for the Ministry of Defence. Many engineers working for the government would ﬁt into one of the above categories, depending what their speciality is.

Aerospace

Metals

Designing and maintaining aircraft, missiles, weapon systems, satellites and space vehicles. (The UK’s industry is the second largest in the world, behind the USA.) Aeronautical engineers also work on individual components that make up these different vehicles and devices.

Metal engineering contributes around £15 billion to the UK economy each year. This area is all about the fabrication, welding and creation of metals. Because more metals are now recycled than ever before, metal engineering is on the rise.

Marine Designing ships, boats and other watercraft. This is a large sector in the UK because we are an island nation. Marine engineers may also work on offshore oil platforms and supply vessels.

Salaries If you get an Apprenticeship , you can expect to start earning a minimum of £2.65 per hour - this will increase as you train. Curren tly, many skilled people in the engineering industry ear n over £400 per week - that’s over £20,000 per yea r.

Get Qualified To get into engineering, you’ll need hands-on experience and a good head for maths and science... Apprenticeships

An Apprenticeship in engineering oﬀers the best possible preparation to becoming a trained operator with in the industry. Because the enginee ring industry is so big and varied, the type of work you do will depend on you r employer and the engineering path way you choose – this could be mechan ical, fabrication and welding, electrica l or electronic. You might work on the production of products or service and repair production machinery in man y industries. Here are the Apprentices hip frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 2 qualiﬁcations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas: • Engineering • Engineering Construction • Heating, Ventilat ing, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • Industrial Applications • Marine Industry

Advanced Apprenticeships

Advanced Apprenticeships are equ ivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical role s. Historically Advanced Apprentices have progressed signiﬁcantly in the indu stry and many have gone on to become

supervisors or managers, because of the hand-on practical nature of the sect or this is a good route to take. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in leve l3 qualiﬁcations such as NVQs, BTE Cs or Diplomas: • Engineering • Engineering Construction • Heating, Ventilat ing, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • Mar ine Industry You can also do a Higher Apprent iceship, NVQ level 4 in: • Engineering Technology

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to universit y or a Foundation Degree, but which one s are right for you depend on what role you want to do. Most employers and universities value practical and scie ntiﬁc subjects; these demonstrate you are able to understand how things work. Here are some recommended A Level sub jects, which could set you in the right dire ction: • Biology • Chemistry • Design & Technology • Maths • Marine Scie nce • Physics

A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualification which com bines academic study with practical han dson experience. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employe rs, they should give you the right skill s to be ready for employment. They are university-level qualificatio ns and are equivalent to the first two years of an Honours Degree. A typical fulltime Foundation Degree takes two year s to complete, and are different from Hon ours Degrees as they usually involve lear ning in the workplace as well as at univ ersity or college. They are available in a range of subjects; you can even do them in aircraft engineering.

College Courses

A college course can also be a grea t route into this sector. To see whic h colleges have relevant courses in your region check out www.careersworld.co.uk.

Foundation Degrees

London Focus Around 1,800 people are recruited into the engineering industry in London every year, this makes your potential prospects good as the industry is growing. There are a number of colleges here that offer qualiﬁcations in engineering based subjects. These include Kingston College, Bromley College of Further and Higher Education and the College of North West London.

Fast Facts

Useful Links

• The engineering sector in London employs 44,200 people. • The most popular qualiﬁcation for this sector is NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations.

www.apprentices.co.uk – Search for Engineering Apprenticeships here. www.tomorrowsengineers.org.uk – This website has lots of info about engineering careers. www.thecareerengineer.com – Website for engineering jobs. www.semta.org.uk - Sector Skills Council for science, engineering and manufacturing.

Start Learning! If you want to ﬁnd a learning provider or course related to this sector head to our useful links pages at the back of this magazine or ﬁnd out more at www.careersworld.co.uk.

It’s all about movement – passengers travelling from A to B, goods being transported across the country, letters being sent across town, imports arriving in our ports from other countries…it’s truly a fast-moving industry! The passenger transport sector contributes around

£23.6 billion

Logistics employs

2.27 million people in the UK

to the UK economy

The average salary of HGV drivers in the UK is

£25,000 per year

There are almost

200,000 taxi drivers in the UK

Charlotte Court, Serco Serco provides high quality apprenticeship programmes across a wide range of occupational areas at our contracts across the country. Our apprenticeship programmes range from aeronautical engineering and contact centre operations through to leisure management and transport services. Charlotte Court joined Serco two years ago after leaving her cashier job at Waitrose. She began working as a Mobile Operative for the Barclays Cycle Hire contract, which Serco delivers on behalf of Transport for London, but wanted to further develop her skills.

15%

of transport employers have vacancies

Passenger transport accounts for

735,000 jobs

“A little while after I started I realised that I wanted to develop different skills and get more involved in fixing bikes so the Mechanic role really interested me. Serco sponsored me through an apprenticeship and I am now a Mechanic in the workshop at Penton Street in Islington”, she said. To find out how Serco could support you through an apprenticeship, email us at apprenticeships@serco.com. Alternatively read our Plotr Employer Profile by visiting www.plotr.co.uk/ organisations and clicking on Serco.

Railway operations employ around

120,000 people

5th Logistics is the

largest sector in the UK

This diverse sector deals with the efficient movement of people and goods. It can be broken down into two major areas: ‘transport’, which covers the people moving side of things like buses, trains, taxis, aeroplanes and the Underground; and ‘logistics,’ which covers the movement of goods and products across the country and abroad. The UK transport industry is absolutely huge – it employs over 560,000 people across the different subsectors. Our logistics industry is worth £14.5 billion and employs around 2.3 million people in over 195,000 companies. Both transport and logistics industries require skilled mechanics to keep the vehicles running, drivers to operate the vehicles safely, and organised people behind the scenes keeping the whole operation running to schedule. Here are some of the main areas within this sector:

Rail Transport Operations

Engineering & Maintenance

Driving & Carrying Goods

It’s no simple feat to keep our railway network running to schedule – we need people to drive the trains, take fares, assist customers, operate the signals and more. You could work for the Underground or above ground. With new high speed rail systems being proposed by government there will be more opportunities in this area in the future. Earnings: Salaries start around £13,000 a year.

Transport and logistics rely heavily on vehicles – trains, buses, aeroplanes, vans, cars and motorcycles – so the sector needs people with the skills to keep them running. You could learn how to service sections of rail or ﬁx lorries, depending on your interests. Maintenance specialists are also vital to our railways and motorways. Earnings: Salaries start between £16,000 and £19,000 a year.

This covers the transport and delivery of goods by both light vehicles (like motorcycles and van) and large goods vehicles (like lorries). Large goods vehicle driving requires a special type of driving license. There are over 300,000 HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) drivers in the UK. Earnings: Salaries start between £10,500 and £12,500 a year.

Airports

Mail Services

Warehouse & Storage

It takes more than pilots to keep plane passengers safe – air trafﬁc controllers help planes land safely and baggage handlers make sure luggage reaches the right destination. This sector is continually growing, with more and more ﬂights every year. There are also lots of customer service roles throughout airports. Earnings: Salaries start between £14,000 and £17,000 a year.

This deals with the collection, processing and delivery of mail and packages. The Royal Mail is the largest employer, but there are lots of other specialist mail providers like FedEx who have grown with the popularity of internet shopping. You could sort in a processing centre or be out and about, making deliveries. Earnings: Salaries start between £12,500 and £17,000 a year.

An essential part of transport and logistics, this area deals with the movement and storage of goods. It involves more than just lifting and moving things around – it takes organisation skills to manage inventory and specialist skills to operate forklifts and other machinery. Many roles in warehouse & storage are admin or management roles. Earnings: Salaries start around £13,000 a year.

Get Qualified There are plenty of different routes into this sector... Apprenticeships Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to Apprenticeships are the recommended the sector, all of these result in level 3 route into this sector. You’ll get a job with qualifications such as NVQs, BTEC s or an employer and do half of your learning Diplomas: on the job, and half in the classroom with • Driving Goods Vehicles a college or training provider. Here are • Logistics Operations Management the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant • Purchasing and Supply Management to the sector, all of these result in level 2 • Rail Transport Engineering qualifications such as NVQs, BTECs or • Transport Engineering and Diplomas: Maintenance • Aviation Operations on the Ground • You can also do a Higher Apprenticeship, Cabin Crew • Driving Goods Vehicles level 4, in: • Mail Services • Passenger Carrying • Purchasing and Supply Management Vehicles Driving – Bus and Coach • Purchasing and Supply Management A Levels • Rail Transport Engineering • Rail A Levels can either lead to university or a Services • Traffic Office • Transport Foundation Degree. As many of the skills Engineering and Maintenance • needed in the industry are developed Warehouse and Storage ‘on the job’, there aren’t specific A Levels that are essential for employment. Advanced Apprenticeships However if you’re interested in Advanced Apprenticeships are equivalent management aspects here are some to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships recommended A Level subjects, which are advantageous for practical roles. could set you in the right direction: Advanced Apprenticeships help you • Business Studies • Economics become more qualified whilst gaining employment experience. Here are the

London Focus As the nation’s capital with millions of residents, London has an extensive public transportation sector. Also, London’s logistics sector is worth about £8 billion a year and employs 5% of the whole workforce. So there are lots of opportunities out there…

Foundation Degrees

A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualification which combines academic study with practical handson experience. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment. They are university-level qualifications and are equivalent to the first two years of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are different from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college. They are available in some interesting subjects, such as air transport management.

College Courses

A college course can also be a great route into this sector. To see which colleges have relevant courses in your region check out www.careersworld.co.uk.

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• This region employs nearly 110,000 people in passenger transport. • London’s tube system carries over 1 billion passengers each year. • 8,900 people here work in road haulage.

www.deliveringyourfuture.co.uk – All about careers in Logistics. www.people1st.co.uk – The Sector Skills Council for transport. www.skillsforlogistics.org – The Sector Skills Council for Logistics.

Start Learning! If you want to ﬁnd a learning provider or course related to this sector head to our useful links pages at the back of this magazine or ﬁnd out more at www.careersworld.co.uk.

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Business & Finance

Creative, Digital & Media

Britain’s armed forces – the Army, Royal Navy, RAF and MoD – all invest a lot in their personnel to give them an education that’s relevant in the civilian world as well as in the services. They all offer Apprenticeships so recruits can earn nationally recognised trade qualifications alongside their regular training. For example, a cook for the Royal Navy could also complete a chef Apprenticeship. Each organisation offers different schemes, so visit their websites for more details. Salary: Starting around £13,400 the first year, with excellent benefits and progression. Qualifications: The armed forces offer Apprenticeships in many areas, including Engineering, Fitting, Maintenance, Cookery, IT, Admin, Marine Engineering and more.

This sector is about money – saving it, borrowing it, managing it and most of all, making lots more of it. It’s the UK’s most global industry and covers a wide range of services and products that everyone uses like bank accounts, mortgages, pensions, credit cards and insurance. The perk of working with money is that salaries tend to be higher than average. Job roles: Accounts assistant, payroll assistant, admin assistant, bank cashier, trainee accountant. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £20,000. Qualiﬁcations: Apprenticeships in Business & Admin and Financial Services; A-level Traineeships; Foundation Degrees.

This sector covers a range of exciting and creative careers in TV, film, graphics, publishing and journalism. Production assistants help out on television and film sets; graphic designers create adverts and billboards; journalists write news stories; publishers print books and magazines; and photographers shoot and edit images. If you thrive on a creative buzz, there’s no better industry to be in. Competition for jobs is high so work experience is highly recommended. Job roles: Graphic designer, web designer, production assistant, editing assistant, photographer assistant. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £17,000. Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Creative and Digital Media; Foundation Degrees from Creative Writing to Animation.

Environmental & Land-based

Food & Drink

This broad sector offers lots of opportunities to make a difference to the planet, from farming and protecting wildlife to looking after parks and conservation. The main areas within this sector are: Horticulture & landscaping, Agriculture, Animal care, Environmental conservation, and Land-based engineering. Salary: Starting between £12,000 and £18,000. Landscape engineers make between £20,000 and £26,000 a year. Qualiﬁcations: Apprenticeships from Animal Care to Agriculture; Foundation Degrees.

Food and drink is one of the largest industries in the UK. This sector is about taking what’s grown by farmers and transforming it into our favourite foods and beverages. It takes a lot of people working together to make this happen, which means loads of career paths on offer. You could be processing ingredients, fixing machines on the production floor, processing meat, baking cakes or testing quality. Job roles: Production operative, bottling operative, baker, warehouse worker. Salary: Starting between £11,000 and £17,000 a year. Qualifications: Food Manufacture Apprenticeships; Foundation Degree in Food & Drink Management.

39 Here are some of the other sectors in your region... Customer Service & Admin

Energy & Renewables

Entrepreneurial

Any business that wants to be successful has to make its customers happy. From helping a shopper find the right size at Topshop to answering customer queries at a BT call centre, customer service jobs come in all shapes and sizes. Another thing businesses can’t function without is effective admin. Administrators are responsible for running the daily operations of the office. They answer the phone, input data, type up letters and anything else that needs to be done. Since administration and customer service are needed in most organisations, you could work across many different sectors. Job roles: Admin assistant, office junior, personal assistant, customer service representative. Salary: Starting anywhere between £13,000 and £18,000 per year. Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Customer Service and Business & Admin; Foundation Degree in Customer Service Management.

This essential sector deals with the utilities we rely on: water, electricity and gas. It also covers waste management and alternative sources of power like nuclear energy, wind power and solar energy. Careers in this sector cover the distribution and supply of gas; the generation and transmission of electricity; the collection and puriﬁcation of water; the treatment of sewage; and nuclear fuel processing. Apprenticeships are a recognised route into this industry and offer excellent career progression. Job roles: Gas network engineer, gas service technician, wastewater plant worker, process operator, decommissioning operative. Salary: Starting anywhere between £12,000 and £20,000 a year. Qualiﬁcations: Apprenticeships in Gas, Nuclear and Utilities; Foundation Degrees, including Power Distribution.

An entrepreneur is someone who starts their own business or enterprise, they’re the boss! Entrepreneurs are amongst the most successful people in the world but they have to work hard, be very determined and of course have a money making idea. Businesses created by entrepreneurs are vital to the UK’s economy. Job roles/Salary/Qualiﬁcations: All of these things depend on the individual. The beauty of creating your own business is that you don’t need any special qualiﬁcations. You might need some help in setting up a business though so head to www.careersworld.co.uk to see what’s out there to support young entrepreneurs.

Hair & Beauty

Manufacturing

This industry is all about helping people look good and feel better about themselves. It’s a booming sector that makes billions each year. There are many different paths within this sector – hairdressing, nail services, beauty therapy, spa therapy – and all of them require common skills: creativity, the ability to work on your feet for long hours, good hand-eye co-ordination and up-to-date knowledge of what’s in (and what’s out). Job roles: Hairdresser, spa therapist, beauty therapist, aromatherapist Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualiﬁcations: Apprenticeships from Hairdressing to Beauty Therapy; Foundation Degree in Salon Management.

From the cars on the motorway to the clothes in your wardrobe, many of the things we rely on have been manufactured. This sector is all about making things on a massive scale: cars, TVs, clothes, aeroplanes, fuel… it’s a very important industry. There are many career paths in the sector, from operating machinery that makes plastics or testing the quality of ﬁnished engine parts. Job roles: Production and process engineers, technicians, maintenance engineers, welders and machine setters. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £18,000 a year. Qualiﬁcations: Manufacturing Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees.

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Public Services

Maritime basically involves every industry where business takes place in harbours, at ports or on vessels. Marine engineering is also an area in this sector, which has plenty of job opportunities. This involves designing and constructing both ships and equipment to be used at sea or on the water. This sector remains vital to our economy as the sea remains the best way to bring products and materials into the country. Job roles: Commercial sea ﬁshing, marine leisure, maritime search and rescue, merchant navy, ports and harbours. Salary: Starting salary after completing a marine industry apprenticeship can be anywhere between £12,000 and £17,000. Qualiﬁcations: Apprenticeships in Maritime Occupations and Marine Industry; Foundation Degrees.

This sector deals with all aspects of cars, vans and motorcycles – selling them, fixing them, servicing them and even rescuing stranded drivers. There are lots of career paths on offer, from technical to customer service based roles; maintenance and repair; sales; body and paint operations; roadside assistance; and fitting and selling motor vehicle parts. Job roles: Maintenance and repair technician, sales assistant, fast-fit technician, body repair technician. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £18,000 per year. Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Motor Vehicles; Engineering Foundation Degrees (Automotive specific).

In this sector, your work could help other people and improve your local community. Public services are an essential part of our society – education, housing, the police, and the ﬁre service are all services that the government provides for its citizens (that’s you and us). In this sector, you could help organise a community arts programme, work for a housing association or support a teacher in the classroom. Your local council is a large employer in this sector. Contact them directly for job vacancies. Job roles: Classroom assistant, nursery nurse, admin assistant, youth support worker. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualiﬁcations: Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees in Public Services.

Retail

Sport & Fitness

Travel & Hospitality

Retail is about the sale of products and services to consumers (that’s people like you walking around the shops). It covers high street shops, supermarkets, independent shops, large national chains and more. It’s also one of the most fun and young industries out there, with more than one third of the workforce under 25 years old. Whether your strengths are creativity of organisation, there’s a role for you in Retail. The main areas are: store operations, buying, visual merchandising, and management. Job roles: Sales assistant, visual merchandiser, team leader, buyer. Salary: Starting between £12,000 and £18,000 per year. Qualiﬁcations: Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees in Retailing, Employer sponsored traineeships.

Many people think the only way you can get a career in sport is to become a professional athlete or a PE teacher – but this couldn’t be further from the truth. This sector is about promoting health and fitness. For example, exercise and fitness instructors work for gyms and leisure centres and help people stay fit and healthy. Sports coaches teach skills and techniques at all levels, from beginner to professional. Outdoor activity instructors help people enjoy themselves in the great outdoors and operations managers make sure gyms and leisure centres run smoothly. Job roles: Personal trainer, fitness instructor, swimming coach, leisure centre assistant, playworker. Salary: Starting around £12,000 and can rise to £25,000 with experience and qualifications. Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Sports Management, Leadership and Coaching; Foundation Degree in Playworking.

This sector helps people enjoy themselves during their free time and holidays. People working in this industry arrange our holidays, cook for us in restaurants, serve drinks at the bar, pamper us in salons, and more. It’s a buzzing, exciting sector with many opportunities to work in the UK and abroad. You could be a chef, a spa therapist or even a member of air cabin crew! While working hours often take place when other people are enjoying themselves (evenings and weekends), many prefer escaping the typical 9-5 lifestyle. Job roles: Hairdresser, travel agent, waiter, trainee chef, air cabin crewmember. Salary: Starting between £11,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualiﬁcations: Travel Services and Hospitality & Catering Apprenticeships; Foundation Degrees in Hospitality Management.

Start Learning If you want to find a learning provider or course related to any of these sectors head to our useful links pages at the back of this magazine or find out more at www.careersworld.co.uk.

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West London Total population: 1,477,800 Key colleges: The College of North West London, Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College, Harrow College, Richmond upon Thames College, Stanmore College, St. Dominic’s College, Uxbridge College, West Thames College. Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), Brunel University, Middlesex University, St Mary’s University College, University of West London. Key employers: British Airways, Sony Ericsson, AOL, Adobe, Apple, Coca Cola, L’Oreal, Capgemini. Key industries by borough: • Brent – food & drink, transport & logistics, creative, digital & media • Ealing – creative, digital & media • Hammersmith and Fulham – creative, digital & media, IT & telecoms • Harrow – IT & telecoms, business & ﬁnance • Hillingdon – IT & telecoms, retail, transport & logistics • Hounslow – customer service & admin, IT & telecoms, transport & logistics. Did you know? West London is a big place for sport. It’s home to internationally renowned stadiums like Wembley and Twickenham!

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North London

Total population: 2,106,300 Key colleges: Barking and Dagenham College,Bexley College, Brooke House Sixth Form College, Christ the King Sixth Form College, East London UTC, Greenwich Community College, Greenwich UTC, Hackney Community College, Hackney UTC, Havering College, Lewisham College, Newham College of Further Education, Newham Sixth Form College, Redbridge College, Sir George Monoux College, Tower Hamlets College. Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), University of East London, University of Greenwich. Key employers: HSBC, Barclays, Amazon, Capgemini. Key industries by borough: • Barking and Dagenham – engineering, motor vehicle, manufacturing, transport & logistics • Bexley – manufacturing, creative, digital & media, transport & logistics • Greenwich – manufacturing, travel & hospitality • Hackney – creative, digital & media, business & finance, food & drink • Havering – business & finance, manufacturing, customer service • Lewisham – business & finance, creative, digital & media • Newham – construction, manufacturing, transport & logistics • Redbridge – business & finance, customer service & admin • Tower Hamlets – business & finance, IT & telecoms.

Total population: 1,095,200 Key colleges: Barnet and Southgate College, Capel Manor College, The College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London, Haringey Sixth Form College, Waltham Forest College, Woodhouse College. Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London),London Metropolitan University. Key employers: Coca Cola, Warburtons, Brent Cross Shopping Centre, Capgemini. Key industries by borough: • Barnet – retail, business & finance • Enfield – food & drink, transport & logistics, manufacturing • Haringey – creative, digital & media, manufacturing • Waltham Forest – manufacturing.

Did you know? Almost £2billion was spent on developing London’s Olympic Park, which is in the east end.

Central London Total population: 1,471,800 Key colleges: Brooke House Sixth Form College, City and Islington College, City of Westminster College, The City College, Duff Miller Sixth Form College, Fashion Retail Academy, Kensington & Chelsea College, Lambeth College, Regents College, Southwark College, Westminster Kingsway College, Working Men‘s College. Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), BPP University College, City University London, Imperial College London, London Metropolitan University, London South Bank University, University of the Arts London, University of Westminster. Key employers: Arcadia Group, Penguin Books, Lloyds Banking Group, Capgemini. Key industries by borough: • Camden – fashion, digital, media & design • City of London – business & finance, tourism • Islington – IT & telecoms • Kensington and Chelsea – creative, digital & media • Lambeth – business & finance, customer service & admin • Southwark – business & finance • Wandsworth – creative, digital & media • Westminster – creative, digital & media, IT & telecoms. Did you know? Financial and businesses services account for 77% of the total employment in the City of London.

Did you know? 26% of North London is open space, such as accessible park land.

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South London Total population: 1,420,900 Key colleges: Bromley College, Carshalton College, Coulsdon College, Croydon College, John Ruskin College, Kingston College, South Thames College, Southwark UTC. Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), Kingston University, Roehampton University. Key employers: Nestlé, Bank of America, AIG, Heineken, Capgemini. Key industries by borough: • Bromley - retail, customer service & admin • Croydon – retail, transport & logistics • Kingston-Upon-Thames – retail, IT & logistics • Merton – transport & logistics • Richmond-Upon-Thames – retail, business & ﬁnance, IT & telecoms • Sutton – health & social care. Did you know? There are 0.6 mainline tube stations per square mile in South London.

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Size of the London workforce in each industry - 5,056,000 total Agriculture, forestry and ﬁshing Mining and quarrying Manufacturing Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning Water supply; sewerage & waste management Construction Wholesale and retail trade; repair of vehicles Transportation and storage Accommodation and food service activities Information and communication Financial and insurance activities Real estate activities Professional, scientiﬁc and technical activities Administrative and support service activities Public administration and defence Education Human health and social work activities Arts, entertainment and recreation Other service activities

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Guildford College

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Leicester College

Milton Keynes College

New College Nottingham

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Roehampton University 020 8392 3232 www.roehampton.ac.uk

British Institue of Technology & E-commerce 020 8552 3071 www.bite.ac.uk

University of the Arts London 020 7514 6000 www.arts.ac.uk

Brunel University 01895 274000 www.brunel.ac.uk City University 020 7040 5060 www.city.ac.uk

The University of West London 0800 036 8888 www.uwl.ac.uk University of Westminster 020 7915 5511 www.westminster.ac.uk

University of East London 020 8223 3000 www.uel.ac.uk European Business School 0207 487 770 www.ebslondon.ac.uk

Central London City Lit www.citylit.ac.uk 020 7492 2600 City of Westminster College www.cwc.ac.uk 020 7723 8826 The City College www.citycollege.ac.uk 020 7253 1133 Fashion Retail Academy www.fashionretailacademy.ac.uk 020 7307 2345 Morley College www.morleycollege.ac.uk 020 7928 8501

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European School of Economics 020 7245 6148 www.eselondon.ac.uk

East London UTC 020 8596 5447 www.utcolleges.org

University of Greenwich 020 8331 8000 www2.gre.ac.uk

Greenwich UTC 07738 726 317 www.greenwichutc.com

Kingston University 0844 8552177 www.kingston.ac.uk

Hackney UTC 020 7613 9212 www.hackneyutc.co.uk

Barnet College www.barnet.ac.uk 020 8266 4000

LCA Business School, London 0808 178 1722 www.lcabusinessschool.com

Southwark UTC 020 7815 1786 www.utcolleges.org

Brooke House Sixth Form College www.brookehouse.ac.uk 0800 3892 947

London Metropolitan University 020 7133 4200 www.londonmet.ac.uk London South Bank University 020 7815 7815 www.lsbu.ac.uk Middlesex University 020 8411 5555 www.mdx.ac.uk Richmond, The American International University in London 020 8332 9000 www.richmond.ac.uk

Westminster Kingsway College www.westking.ac.uk 0870 060 9800

North London

Capel Manor College www.capel.ac.uk 08456 122 122 City & Islington College www.candi.ac.uk 020 7700 9200 College of Haringey, EnďŹ eld and North East London www.conel.ac.uk 020 8802 3111 The College of North West London www.cnwl.ac.uk 020 8208 5050

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Havering FE College www.havering-college.ac.uk 01708 455011

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Newham College of Further Education www.newham.ac.uk 020 8257 4446

Haringey Sixth Form Centre www.haringey6.ac.uk 020 8376 6000

Newham Sixth Form College www.newvic.ac.uk 020 8279 1001

Harrow College www.harrow.ac.uk 020 8909 6000

Redbridge College www.redbridge-college.ac.uk 0208 548 7400

Regent’s College www.regents.ac.uk 0207 487 7700

Tower Hamlets College www.tower.ac.uk 020 7510 7777

Sir George Monoux College www.george-monoux.ac.uk 020 8523 3544 Southgate College www.southgate.ac.uk 020 8982 5050 Stanmore College www.stanmore.ac.uk 0208 420 7700 Waltham Forest College www.waltham.ac.uk 020 8501 8000 Woodhouse College www.woodhouse.ac.uk 020 8445 1210 Working Men’s College www.wmcollege.ac.uk 020 7255 4700

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South London Bromley College www.bromley.ac.uk 020 8295 7000 Carshalton College www.carshalton.ac.uk 020 8544 4444 Croydon College www.croydon.ac.uk 020 8686 5700 Hillcroft College www.hillcroft.ac.uk 020 8399 2688 John Ruskin College www.johnruskin.ac.uk 020 8651 1131 Kingston College www.kingston-college.ac.uk 020 8546 2151

Barking and Dagenham College www.barkingcollege.ac.uk 020 8090 3020

Lambeth College www.lambethcollege.ac.uk 020 7501 5010

Bexley College www.bexley.ac.uk 01322 442331

Lewisham College www.lewisham.ac.uk 020 8692 0353

Christ the King College www.ctksfc.ac.uk 020 8297 9433

South-Thames College www.south-thames.ac.uk 020 8918 7777

Greenwich Community College www.gcc.ac.uk 020 8488 4800

Coulsdon College www.coulsdon.ac.uk 01737 551176

West London Duff Miller College www.duffmiller.com 0207 225 0577 Ealing Hammersmith and West London College www.wlc.ac.uk 0800 980 2175 Kensington & Chelsea College www.kcc.ac.uk 020 7573 3600 Richmond Upon Thames College www.richmond-utcoll.ac.uk 020 8607 8000 St Dominic’s Sixth Form College www.stdoms.ac.uk 020 8422 8084 Uxbridge College www.uxbridgecollege.ac.uk 01895 853333 West Thames College www.west-thames.ac.uk 020 8326 2000

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