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Issue 2 East Midlands Edition | Spring 2012

Apprenticeships · Careers · Jobs · Training · A-Levels · College · UNI East Midlands edition Issue 2 - Spring 2012 ISSN: 2047-3753

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Hello, we’re Open Doors... ... and this is our Regional Training Prospectus, here to help you decide what to do next. It’s an exciting time, after all – young people like you up and down the country are planning for their futures in September 2012 – and did you know that there are endless opportunities, right on your doorstep! You could start earning money with an Apprenticeship; get a taste of the working world with employer funded study; carry on learning at sixth form or college, 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 cover all of the main sectors out there, explore trends in your area, and take a look at some remarkable true stories of young people who have had success after leaving school. But that’s not all! We also have a guide to all of the confusing qualifications out there, advice on how to make the most of our social media and we will answer some of the most common questions that you might have.

The future is in your hands... right here in this prospectus. So turn the page and let’s get started!

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

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COntents The perfect place to start, jump straight to any section that instantly appeals or keep turning the pages and continue reading – it’s all here to help you find your dream career

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Careers Insight

07 HOW TO APPLY

17 Construction sector

Here we answer some of the most common queries you might have

10 Qualifications table

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

Build a successful career for yourself

21 IT & telecoms sector

See how different qualifications add up, and how they compare

12 Life Stories

This cutting edge industry isn’t just for the geeks

25 Hair & Beauty Sector

Get a career that never goes out of style

29 Engineering Sector

A varied sector with endless possibilities

33 Sport & fitness sector

How about a healthy career helping people stay fit?

37 Imagine a career...

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

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ry term, we publish a new issue of Open Doors tha t covers five sectors in you get a good idea of detail so what a career in those industries would be like the sector you’re keen . Don’t worry if on isn’t one of the five – you’ll find it in our overvie sectors in the ‘Imagine w of remaining a career in...’ article. Wi th each new issue, we’ll new sectors in detail, so cover five totally make sure you look out for us next term. If there’s anything else you ’d like us to cover, or if you just want to say hel editor@opendoorsmed lo, email us at ia.co.uk. We want to ma ke sure our magazine offe you need (or just want rs everything to read about)! Happy rea ding, and hope you hav e a great term.

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HOW TO APPLY Now you have an idea of what course or subjects would be right for you itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to think about taking the next step and making an application...

Do you know what the Common Application Process is?

800,000

(number of school leavers and graduates who enter the job market each year)

34%

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How do you approach a company for work experience?

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+ 0 0 ,0 5 7 2 500,000 There are more than university places in the UK each year

(number of apprenticeship starts in England each year)

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HOW TO APPLY By now you will have some good ideas about what industry and job role appeals to you. You will also be aware of what types of courses and providers can help you get there, but how do you apply? Here we cover some of the application processes for further and higher education courses as well as some general tips on how to make a successful application...

Common Application Process 14-19 area prospectuses use an online resource called the Common Application Process (CAP) which makes it easier to apply for different types of courses at age 14 or 16. What is the Common Application Process? Basically the CAP allows you to easily manage all of the applications you want to make for different courses. There might be lots of courses that interest you and the CAP lets you upload your application details so that you can quickly apply for any courses on your local 14-19 area prospectus. This means that you should not have to fill out lots of different application forms but can just upload your details once and then browse courses and click to apply. The system also keeps track of the status of all of your applications so you can check their progress and see if you have any offers of places. It also links to local Information Advice and Guidance services so that you can get some helpful advice if the providers you have applied to are unable to make you an offer. What kind of courses does the Common Application Process help me apply for? The courses on here are those offered by local colleges and training providers. As it is used for all applications through your 14-19 area prospectus you can use it to apply for the following types of courses: • AS and A Levels • Basic/Key Skills • BTEC’s • GCSE’s • Higher Education Courses • Vocational Qualifications How do I get involved? Your school should be able to give you a login to use on your 14-19 area prospectus, which will allow you to complete a personal profile and application form, browse the available courses and apply for them online. For the details of your 14-19 area prospectus turn to page 52 of this magazine or head to www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk. Most of the 14-19 area prospectuses are very easy to use but if you do have problems don’t be afraid to email them, they will be happy to help and guide you.

Apprenticeships

You might have decided that an app renticeship is the way to go! The National Apprent iceship Service operates a vacancy matching serv ice that allows you to search apprenticeship opportu nities and make applications for them online. To apply for an apprenticeship follow these simple steps: • Head to www.apprenticeships.org .uk and click ‘search for vacancies’. • Register on the site and activate your account. You only have to do this once and you will get a homepage that allows you to track your applications. • Search for apprenticeships by keywords, job roles, locations or learning providers. (Mak e sure to check the site regularly as new vacancies are uploaded all the time.) • When you find the apprentices hip you want you can click to apply through the site. You’ll be asked to fill in your personal info, outline your experience and possibly answer some question s. You can even save your application as a draft and return later if you have to. • Keep applying! You can apply for up to 10 vacancies and if successful will be invited for an interview or assessment.

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UCAS Application Process lication System The Universities and Colleges App cation course (UCAS) is the system for higher edu on the news as it seen applications. You’ve probably ly to university app ple peo of s hundreds of thousand undergraduate each year. The system is not just for uate degrees grad degrees; foundation degrees, post on this site. are ses cour n and most higher educatio are: y ersit univ for lying app The basic steps to literally Choosing your course – There are your research do to sure e thousands available, mak are lots of e ther you, for right on which course is ider where cons Also . help to site the on resources ns tutio insti you want to do the course, some specialise in certain courses. is all online and Applying – The application system ns you would tutio you select on the site which insti ’. You need ices ‘cho your like to apply to, these are why you’re ng sayi t men state onal to provide a pers too so make sure right for the course as part of this, to take your time. you a place Offers – If a university wants to offer system what they will let you know on the UCAS have to reply will results they expect you to get. You s. offer to accept or refuse these ersity asked Results – If you get the results the univ you will be and e for, they will probably offer you a plac you fail to If se. cour new able to start planning for your course at a find still can you es, grad get the necessary em. syst ring’ a different university through the ‘clea further help Your teachers will be able to offer you at find can you h whic using the system, www.ucas.ac.uk.

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General Tips on Applications Applications vary greatly on the system you are using or the course or job you are applying for, but there are some general tips that can be applied to most cases. Grammar and Spelling Take your time when applying. None of the application systems covered on this page force you to log on, find a course and apply all in one go. This means you have plenty of time to check your application thoroughly, applications with spelling mistakes or grammatical errors suggest that you have rushed the process. You might like to word process your application and then ‘cut & paste’. It’s often a good idea to get your parents, teachers or friends to help you by double checking! Work Experience You may decide to get some work experience to help you get the course, apprenticeship or job that you want. This can often be a good way to get ahead. If you have a company in mind for work experience you could telephone to find out who to approach or send a polite, and well written, letter or email with a CV attached. Be Yourself! This is a top tip for any application. In many cases the people you are applying to have to look through hundreds of application forms. Try to show what would make YOU the right person for the course. Do you have a real passion for the subject or is it your dream to go into a career in that sector? What makes you stand out as a good applicant and the best candidate for the course or job? Make sure you’re picking the course or job that suits your personality and skills best! If you are having trouble with your application your school careers advisor should be able to help.

Top 5 CV Writing Tips from InspireEducation

most companies will select only 4 Sometimes, 70 people or even more will apply for every vacancy, and g Letter right to give you the best Coverin and CV your get to l essentia is people to attend an interview. It chance of being interviewed. the pile, always use a word processor 1. Spelling and Grammar mistakes will put your CV at the bottom of and get someone to check it for you. an employer has 70 to read! Keep your CV, clear, 2. Remember your audience; CV’s can be boring to read especially if emphasize particular points or experience, which are to CV your tweak to want easy to read and to the point. You might relevant to that particular job. that makes the reader carry on or dismiss the 3. A good Personal Statement at the start of your CV will be the hook you would be good for the job, inspire them to why and are you application. In 3 – 4 sentences you need to say who want to interview you. skills match their requirements, using bullet points 4. Bullet point your key skills, the reader will need to see quickly if your will make it easier for them. , everyone does this; you need to stand out from 5. Do not list “reading, going to the cinema and socialising” in your hobbies and environment you are. the crowd and show them how involved in your community, activities students to be successful post education. Finding a job part-time or full-time is very tough; InspireEducation helps e-education.co.uk See our website for more information on our IAG workshops. www.i2

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Qualifications explained Did you know that completing an Advanced Apprenticeship is the same as getting an A level? There are lots of different qualifications â&#x20AC;&#x201C; hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s how they compare. Remember that within any one level, qualifications can cover a wide mix of subjects, and take different amounts of time to complete. Entry Level

Level 1

Level 2

Level 3

LEVEL 4-8

Entry Level Certificates

5 GCSEs (grades D-G)

5 GCSEs (grades A*-C)

A Levels

Foundation Degree

Skills for Life

BTEC Introductory Diplomas and Certificates

Intermediate Apprenticeship

Advanced Apprenticeship

Higher Apprenticeship

Functional Skills at entry level (English, maths and ICT)

OCR Nationals

BTEC First Diplomas and Certificates

GCE in applied subjects

Diploma of Higher Education

Awards, Certificates, and Diplomas at entry level

NVQs at level 1

NVQs at level 2

BTEC Diplomas, Certificates and Awards

HND, HNC

Foundation Diploma

Higher Diploma

NVQs at level 3

Advanced Diploma

Want to earn while you learn? With our industry approved Apprenticeships you’ll work in a real job from day one, it’s a great way to start your career and the perfect stepping stone to getting ahead. And the best part? You’ll earn a wage and gain invaluable experience too.

The choice is yours… During your Apprenticeship you’ll receive training, within a work environment. All of our training is sector specific and will equip you with the right skills to get you where you want to be. You can get qualifications in areas such as: • Business Administration • Childcare • Customer Service

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Life Stories Lewis reaps the benefits of his apprenticeship Lewis had aspirations of working in an administration role and knew that he would have to gain some experience in this type of position before being offered a full-time job. Two years down the line he’s made excellent progress with a career path in mind for the future. “I was interested in an apprenticeship because it was an opportunity to gain experience in the workplace. I started my inistration apprenticeship as an Advice Line Adm offered a job in was I ths mon Assistant but after three ently working curr am I re whe ent artm the Claims Dep king exams erta und as a Claims Handler. I am currently ified Cert the in which will give me a qualification Insurance Institute.” iceship Lewis’s experience during the apprent y. As well toda efits ben him ing reap still is scheme confidence as gaining qualifications, he feels his after the and g durin has continued to increase valuable ed gain has he that and apprenticeship claims the in work day to day His e. experienc everyday.” e leng chal department “offers a different wide range a with nce nde It involves direct correspo hip with ions relat a ng taini main as of clients, as well in relation to use y insurers and brokers that the compan the claims progress. mmend an When asked whether he would reco r; “I would clea too only is er answ the apprenticeship, anyone who to hip definitely recommend an apprentices and llent exce is e is looking for work. The experienc ing know of om freed the with you are able to develop y. The pan com d goo a by d orte supp g that you are bein job at the end of the prospect of being offered a full time you to not only for on apprenticeship is great motivati hard in the work to but hip ices complete the apprent in the end be and ntial pote your show to workplace and offered a full time contract.” renticeships, For more information about our app ng.com aini ostr @qd hips ices email apprent 0 508 279 6 011 or call

Young and gifted, the future is looking bright for talented Hannah May. The 18-year-old began working for Midlands-based letting agent Howland Jones after starting an apprenticeship with national training provider Intraining. And through her apprenticeship, Hannah demonstrated so much talent, dedication and enthusiasm that after less than six months, she won Property Professional Awards Young Letting Agent Of The Year. She said: “I am delighted and still shocked to have won. “Without the training and support I have received from both my employer and Intraining, I would never have had the confidence and ability to win.” In her work, Hannah deals with inquiries from tenants and landlords, carries out property viewings and advertises any new homes that have come onto the letting market. While working, she also has completed NVQ Business Administration Levels Two and Three. She says: “I really enjoy my work. “I have been able to gain experience of a career, earn money and develop new skills at the same time. “I would definitely recommend apprenticeships.” Director Rebecca Howland said the team knew from the start that Hannah had something special. She said: “Hannah decided to take the Apprenticeship route, rather than going to university, and she has shown that she can compete with the best. She is continuing with her studies, while getting a good grounding in the business, which is a combination for success. “We are incredibly proud of Hannah for what she has achieved in such a short time with us. She has taken to the lettings industry very quickly and is Immensely talented and able, and, although still an apprentice, we have increased her salary to reflect that. “This is just the beginning for her.” For more information visit: www.intraining.co.uk/apprenticeships Tel: 0330 123 1300

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Emily has gained so much 18 year old Emily Bowers is a student at New College Stamford completing the Foundation Diploma in Art and Design. Emily started her NCS career as an A Level student studying Textiles, Photography, Fine Art and Film Studies and received a staggering four As. As Emily was an outstanding student she also took on the additional study AQA Baccalaureate which involves , an Extended king Thin with an AS Level in Critical . ities activ ent Project and enrichm as it offered a Emily said “I originally chose NCS at schools. Form h Sixt different way of learning to as flexible to well as t den pen inde e You could be mor s. Choosing NCS achieve your goals and qualification have ever made I s has been one of the best decision to achieve nity ortu opp as they have given me the y great man ng havi as well as my qualifications ion show fash a in ting icipa part as such experiences exciting to trips g wearing my own garment, attendin our own sing wca sho as well exhibitions in London as year. ach of e end the at ns bitio work in our own exhi ge is brilliant The foundation course at the colle who are very rers lectu thanks to the committed ed me to help have y The ted. inspiring and talen d to inten I y! ersit univ , step next my prepare for s and skill my er apply for a Fine Art course to furth er care g rdin rewa yet s knowledge for an ambitiou ne anyo to ge colle the end mm path. I would reco gained so much.” especially Creative Arts as I have For more information call ord.ac.uk 01780 484 311 or visit www.stamf

Tom makes a positive contribution Thomas Hill enrolled on the level 3 Subsidiary Diploma in Horticulture at Moulton College in September 2010. Tom has been studying hard and has to date achieved Distinction grades for all the units he has undertaken. He has a passion for Garden Design, Landscape Construction and Plant Propagation. As part of the two year programme, 240 hours of industrial experience in the Horticul tural sector is required and Tom completed this with a local Garden maintenance and Landscape com pany. He enjoyed the work experience and feels he learnt a great deal from working with machinery and improving his maintenance skills at various sites . Tom says ‘The work experience has been great this summer and this combined with wha t I have learned so far at Moulton College helped me make a positive contribution to the company’ He is looking forward to completing the course and progressing with his studies onto our Foundation Degree programme in Horticulture and Garden Design. Horticulture is just one of the man y courses on offer at Moulton College. To find what you are looking for contact Student Services on 01604 491131, email: enquiries@moulton.ac.uk or visit www.moulton.ac.uk. For free call back text your name to 07785 343712 Moulton College, Moulton, Northam pton, NN3 7RR Moulton College Vocational Skills Academies are located at Higham Ferrers, Dav entry, Silverstone and Peterborough.

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Life Stories Laura Rodriguez, aged 18, works for Marsh Bellofram On leaving school she decided she would like to gain some qualifications and experience in Business Administration, which will one day allow her to follow her dream and join the Army as a Military Administrative Clerk. She applied to Babington for an Apprenticeship in Business and pted, Babington Administration, and after being acce an Office Junior as helped Laura to find employment at Marsh Bellofram. pany for two Laura has been working for the com renticeship in App an years now. She has completed Business Administration. sh Bellofram. She Laura really enjoys her job at Mar on well with her gets likes being part of the team, and rably since side con ed ress colleagues. She has prog involved in now is and y, pan com the starting work for eral administration. sales and meetings as well as gen College Laura said, ““Babington Business ugh my thro way the all have supported me s rates, you pas llent exce have y The . qualification a recognised ing get work experience and I am gain !” time e qualification all at the sam renticeship Laura feels that undertaking the App also knows She k. has helped her progress at wor assist will s tion lifica qua that the experience and an as king wor of l goa er care her in meeting her y. Arm the in r rato Administ 6045 For more information call 0845 605 llege.co.uk sco ines bus gton or visit www.babin

Leanne has proved herself Leanne Willis left school with excellent grades looking for an opportunity to gain work experience to progress within her career. Leanne approached First College and, after discussions with a recruitment adviser, decided that business was an area in which she had particular interest in. First College put Leanne forward for a placement at East Lindsey District Council with in the Planning Enforcement department which she was successful in. Leanne completed a level 2 app renticeship in Business & Administration and quic kly progressed to the level 3 in Business & Administ ration after gaining a full time post of Planning Enforcem ent Assistant. Leanne also wished to continue in her apprenticeship training and is now nearing complet ion for an Advanced Apprenticeship in Custom er Service. Leanne says “Doing an apprentices hip has enabled me to prove myself within the workplace and given me the opportunities that I needed to gain employment. I have gained con fidence since completing my NVQ’s and achievin g a full time post of Planning Enforcement Assistan t within the Council. In my personal life, I feel very prou d of the way that I have grown up since progress ing through the different stages of my apprentice. I now own my own car, I have moved out of my parent’s house and I am supporting myself completely. “I would never have imagined havi ng the confidence to be an officer if I had n’t completed my apprenticeship, I am proud of what I have achieved. I am very grateful for First College and my tutor, Kayleigh for enabling me to show my true potential and feel completely happy within the workplace. I would encourage anyo ne to complete an apprenticeship. It has been an amazing path for me and given me the confidence to become a valued member of staff within a Local Auth ority” For more information about First College call 0800 0192722 or visit www.firstcollegeli ncs.co.uk

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work, earn, learn Great way to get new IT skills and make money! An Apprenticeship with Qdos Training offers you on-the-job learning, gaining IT knowledge, skills, a British Computer Society ITQ Diploma and earning a weekly wage, all at the same time. Our apprenticeship is appropriate to anyone aged 16 – 24 with an interest in the using computer software applications in business and is looking for, or already has employment with local companies. Typical jobs that Qdos will place you into would be: • Reception • General administration • Sales Administration

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Careers Insight

THE CONSTRUCTION SECTOR

43,000 Number of new workers are needed in the sector each year

Supervisory roles can pay as much as

£45,000 a year!

Construction Apprentices earn around

37%

Of people in this sector are self employed

Your work could be admired by people for years to come…

£8,700 !

in their first year

It’s not just for the boys – almost 200,000 women work in this sector too

There are over 2.35 million people employed in this sector in the UK

Investment in green technology will create more demand for construction skills

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Construction

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! 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:

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 and you may be called on to produce decorative and interesting effects. Salary Range: £17,000 - £28,000

Plastering

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 - £28,000

Plumbing

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 - £35,000

Painting and decorating

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 - £23,000

Civil engineering

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 - £37,000

Carpentry and joinery

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 - £31,000

Scaffolding

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 - £26,000

Surveying

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. Salary Range: £15,000 - £37,000

Salary 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.

East Midlands focus The construction sector has been continually on the rise here, which means good news for future construction hopefuls! There are a variety of sub-sectors in construction that you can work in, from repair and maintenance to public housing and industrial. The biggest sub-sector here is repair and maintenance; we have a larger than average private housing sub-sector.

Fast Facts

• Non-construction operatives and architects and technical engineers are the most common job roles in construction here. • The East Midlands has a higher-than-average number of wood traders, bricklayers, managers, plasterers and non-construction operatives.

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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). As well as those already mentioned on the previous page, here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 2: • Construction • Electrical and Electronics Servicing • Engineering • Construction • Plumbing • Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • 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 Apprenticeship

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 some of the advanced Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 3: • Building Services Engineering Technicians • Construction Electrical and Electronics Servicing • Electrotechnical • Engineering Construction • Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • Plumbing • Surveying • 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

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree, which are explained below. 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: • Chemistry • Design & Technology • Electronics • Maths • Physics

Case Study Students Inject Girl Power Into Region’s Construction Industry Derby College student Chloe Fountain, who is based at the Ilkeston site, is injecting some ‘girl power’ into the region’s building industry. Through an initiative led by Derby-based developer Radleigh, she has just begun a three year bricklaying apprenticeship and is hoping to encourage other young women Derby College construction apprentice Chloe Fountain to consider a career in construction. As an apprentice with Sutton Coldfield-based Riley &Walker – a Radleigh bricklaying subcontractor – Chloe will be working on Radleigh’s residential development schemes while studying at college on day release. As the great grand daughter of a Derbyshire Master Builder, Chloe (17) from Breadsall, has ‘building in her blood.’ She said: “I’ve always liked building things, even when I was at junior school, so this seemed the right path for me. My uncle is a builder too so building is very much in our family. “Construction isn’t an obvious career choice for a girl but I can recommend it to both girls and boys. “It’s very rewarding and I’m working towards becoming a house builder and maybe one day a site manager.” Derby College Construction Team Manager Lee Pratt said: “Chloe has a natural talent for bricklaying. I’ve noticed that girls tend to have good hand to eye co-ordination particularly when it comes to brick artwork and Chloe is no exception. “We currently have another female student on the NVQ full-time entry course which Chloe took last year and we’re hoping more girls will enrol.” For more information call 0300 123 7890 or visit www.derby-college.ac.uk

Foundation Degrees

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. 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

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IT & TELECOMS SECTOR

826,700

Employees in IT & Telecoms sector in the UK

673,900

IT & Telecoms employees working in other sectors in the UK

IT & Telecoms is vital to every sector

Senior web designers can expect to earn up to ÂŁ43,000 per year!

92% Of job vacancies require basic IT skills!

Over half a million new IT & Telecoms professionals are needed in the next 5 years! Employers love candidates who are good on computers

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IT & Telecoms From mobile phones and satellite TV to broadband and fibre optics, IT & Telecoms is for anyone who wants to work with cutting-edge technology. IT & Telecoms is 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

Skilled IT professionals are always in demand. There’s a wide range of career paths on offer and many of them are technical – however, lots of IT jobs involve working with other people in a team. Here are some of the careers in IT:

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.

IT trainer – 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.

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.

Web designer – 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.

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.

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

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As you can imagine, almost every organisation and business out there uses computers as part of their daily operations. In the UK, 21 million people use IT at work every day! From hospitals and power stations to charities and banks, IT is found in all parts of life. The IT industry is all about computers and information systems – designing them, developing them, making them, selling them and installing them.

Helpdesk assistant – 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.

The IT and telecoms sector isn’t just a sector on its own, IT is used in most job roles in some way. It is beneficial to have IT skills as they are required for a lot of different jobs in various sectors. The good news is that the number of employees in this sector is expected to grow by almost 4 times the region’s average, with an estimated 35,000 new IT professionals needed in the next 5 years.

Fast facts

• 1 in 25 of the East Midlands’ employees work in this sector. • Over 1.5 million East Midlands’ workers use IT in their everyday job. • 92% of job vacancies require candidates with IT user skills.

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Name: Abel Tesfazghi Age: 24 College: South Leicestershire College (SLC) Course Title: City & Guilds Advanced Diploma in IT Systems Support - Level 3 Duration: 1 Year

Apprenticeships

If you’re aged 16 or over, you could take an Apprenticeship in IT services & development, telecoms, or IT user. 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 are NVQ level 2: • IT and Telecoms Professionals • IT User

Advanced Apprenticeships

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 are NVQ level 3: • Information and Library Services • IT and Telecoms Professionals • IT User You can also do a Higher Apprenticeship, NVQ level 4 in: • ICT Professionals

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree, which are explained below. 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

Abel had always been drawn to IT where his interest was first sparked by gaming. After a stint working in a supermarket, Abel realised that he would need relevant qualifications to work in the area that he enjoyed and so enrolled on the Diploma course at SLC. “Anyone can physically use a computer but doing the technical side of the course takes special skills. I really enjoy the practicals, working with hardware and software and learning about network maintenance. The tutors are helpful and have made me feel so confident in this area that I cannot imagine doing anything else now. I hope to take this qualification further and study at University as I believe that there is good job security in IT.” For more information call 0116 264 3555 or visit www.slcollege.ac.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 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.

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.opendoorsmedia.co.uk.

Useful links Skills Council for this industry.

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Hair and Beauty Sector

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This exciting and stylish sector is always looking for young people with proper training….

A job where creativity and personal expression is encouraged

£21,000 (average managerial salary in the sector)

Almost 9% of employers in this sector are reporting skill shortages – they need you!

Want to get paid working in an industry you love?

90% Of workers in the sector are female

Help people feel good and look great!

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Hair & Beauty If you have creative flair, style and a desire to help people feel relaxed and good about themselves, then you might want to consider a career in hair and beauty… We all want to look and feel our best, which is why the UK’s hair and beauty sector makes billions each year (and people will always want to look good, so there’ll always be jobs available). A career in this sector could see you working in a busy salon, a resort spa or even on the set of a fashion shoot. There are many different paths within this sector, depending on your interests. 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). Most importantly, you’ll need to be good with people and sensitive to their needs. Here are some of the main areas:

Hairdressing

Part of the fast-moving fashion industry, this covers cutting, styling and colouring all types of hair. Hairdressers begin by training in salons and helping customers improve their look. With talent and experience, many hairdressers go on to prepare models, work on magazine shoots, or even style celebrities! The UK hairdressing industry is considered the best in the world, so there’s opportunity to travel internationally for successful hairdressers. Earnings: Training salaries start low (around £10,000), but can increase to around £16,000 with a qualification and experience.

Beauty therapy

This covers treatments and services that enhance a client’s appearance and well-being. It can include anything to simple facials and make-up to more complicated electronic treatments to remove unwanted hair or improve body tone. Some of the treatments, like body massage, aid relaxation and help relieve stress. Earnings: £12,000 to £17,000 (with experience) a year.

Spa therapy

Spa tourism in England is worth £1.4bn a year and is one of the fastest growing industries. Similar to beauty therapists, spa therapists give treatments that improve appearance and well-being. They offer a full range of treatments to suit a client’s needs, which may include Indian head massage, aromatherapy, holistic treatments and all aspects of heat and wet treatments (like hydrotherapy, sauna and steam). Some therapists may focus on hair and fitness while others on relaxation. Earnings: £12,000 – £14,000 a year.

Nail services

There are roughly 18,000 businesses that employ nail technicians in the UK. Their job is to improve the appearance and condition of the skin and nails on hands and feet. They offer basic treatments like manicures and pedicures, as well as nail enhancements like wraps and hot wax treatments. Nail technicians are also skilled in creative nail art, which includes air brushing designs on the nail. Earnings: £10,000 to £15,000 a year.

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Charley Brodrick NVQ Level 3 Beauty Therapy

Apprenticeships

Before studying Beauty Therapy I completed a BTEC National Diploma and a HND in Media Production at the College’s Charnwood Centre. Once I completed these courses, I went onto work as a TV Assistant for This Morning and The X Factor. I then fell pregnant with my son and decided that I needed more stability so I chose to enter another industry I had always been interested in, Beauty. I have always visited salons for nail extensions and waxing so I decided that why not learn to do it to myself, friends and family and earn a living at the same time! Whilst studying an NVQ level 2 in Beauty Therapy at South Nottingham College I had already decided that I would be returning to complete the Level 3 qualification. I thoroughly enjoyed every aspect of the course and couldn’t wait to further my knowledge into the world of beauty. The full time course is split over three days which is great as it enables me to work part time in a salon at the same time. My three year old son goes to nursery at the College, the staff are lovely and he couldn’t wait to play with his friends and interact with the teachers. Having my son at the College has been brilliant and much easier than having to use another nursery, it also eased my mind knowing he was in the same location as me. I have an amazing tutor who clearly enjoys passing on her knowledge and skills via her fun but firm teaching methods. Annette Radford taught me for both of my NVQs and every student in my class requested her for our Level 3. The level 3 course includes a variety of treatments including massage and spray tan, both of which I enjoy carrying out myself. After completing this course I will continue to work as a Beauty Therapist and aim to open my own salon in the near future. I currently work part time in a salon and aim to work mobile once my son starts school next year. At some point in the future I would love to open my own salon.

Apprenticeships are the recommended route into this sector. You’ll need a job with an employer and do half of your learning on the job, and half in the classroom with a college or training provider. However some colleges also have in-house salons so you can do an NVQ qualification at college full-time. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 2: • Barbering • Beauty Therapy • Hairdressing • Nail Services

Advanced Apprenticeships

Advanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships help you become more qualified whilst gaining experience. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 3: • Barbering • Beauty Therapy • Hairdressing • Nail Services • Spa Therapy

Diplomas

You can also do a Diploma in Hair and Beauty Studies. The Diploma basically gives you the opportunity to mix school studies with work related learning, meaning you can gain experience of what a job would be like in the sector whilst still learning subjects and skills that can be applied to any job. For more info on what the Diploma entails check out http://www.habia.org/diploma.

A Levels

A Levels can either lead on to university or onto a Foundation Degree, which are explained below. In this industry a lot of your success will be down to your personality and experience rather than academic qualifications; but if you’re interested in management or a support role, here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction: • Business Studies • Economics • ICT

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. A Foundation Degree could be a good step after working in the sector for some time, for example there is a Foundation Degree in salon and business management.

College Courses

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Engineering SECTOR Engineering makes up a fifth of the UK economy!

You could end up doing anything, from shaving a millionth of a second off lap times in Formula One to putting communications satellites in orbit

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Engineering 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! 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 more cheaply, quickly and effectively than ever before?

Salaries If you get an Apprenticeship, you can expect to start earning minimum of £95 per week – this will increase as you train. Currently, many skilled people in the engineering industry earn over £400 per week – that’s over £20,000 per year.

Engineering is one of the most varied sectors out there. Here are some of the main areas: Chemical: 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. 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 Metals: The fabrication and welding of metals. Metal engineering contributes around £15 billion to the UK economy, because as well as creating metals recycling and reuse of used metals is now a huge industry in its own right. Electrical: 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. Aerospace: 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. Marine: Designing ships, boats and other watercraft. This is a large sector in the UK because there is plenty of sea around us. Marine engineers may also work on offshore oil platforms and supply vessels. 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. Apprenticeships are a recognised pathway into engineering. Popular job roles for apprentices in the region include: automotive or aerospace assembly, mechanical engineering, maintenance, welding, and fabrication.

East Midlands Focus Around 5,700 people are recruited into the engineering industry in the East Midl ands every year, this makes your potential pros pects good as the industry is growing. There are a number of colleges here that offer qualifications in engineering based subjects. These include West Nottinghamshire College, Leicester College, Grantham College and Stephenson College.

Fast facts:

• There are 25 centres that offer engi neering Apprenticeships here. • The most popular qualification for this sector is NVQ in Engineering Technolo gy Maintenance.

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Apprenticeships

An Apprenticeship in engineering offers the best possible preparation to becoming a trained operator within the industry. Because the engineering industry is so big and varied, the type of work you do will depend on your employer and the engineering pathway you choose – this could be mechanical, fabrication and welding, electrical or electronic. You might work on the production of products or service and repair production machinery in many industries. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 2: • Engineering • Engineering Construction • Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • Industrial Applications • Marine Industry

Advanced Apprenticeships

Advanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Historically Advanced Apprentices have progressed significantly in the industry and many have gone on to become supervisors or managers, because of the hand-on practical nature of the sector this is a good route to take. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 3: • Engineering • Engineering Construction • Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • Marine Industry You can also do a Higher Apprenticeship, NVQ level 4 in: • Engineering Technology

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree, which are explained below, but which ones are right for you depend on what role you want to do. Most employers and universities value practical and scientific subjects, these demonstrate that you would be able to understand how everything works. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction: • Biology • Chemistry • Design & Technology • Maths • Marine Science• Physics

Case Study Joy Mallard - Level 3 Welding Joy has been attending South Nottingham College for the past two years. She started on an introductory City and Guilds level 1 Welding course after buying an old Mark 2 Escort car to do up and managed to do everything except the welding. She particularly enjoyed alloy welding and with her new skills spent time helping other people do up their cars. From there she progressed to a 3 qualification on the TAGS process. She has since also successfully completed a level 1 PEO. After achieving so much with the College, Joy has found employment within the welding industry and has moved to Sydney Australia in February. Joy said: “I was the first female on the programme and expected to get a bit of stick but it didn’t last long after people saw what I could do. I’ve really enjoyed the courses at South Nottingham College. The people are friendly and the staff are very supportive and really gave me confidence to do well so my advice to anything thinking of doing something “unusual” is to give it a go.” Joy’s tutor, Steve said: “She was a talented student who found a good balance between family life and learning and should be proud of what she has achieved. We wish her well in her career in Australia.” Joy’s son Josh came to the College on a work experience programme and has since completed a level 1 and is currently on a level 2 programme. For more information contact 0115 914 6414 www.snc.ac.uk

Foundation Degrees

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. They are university-level qualifications and are equivalent to the first two years of an honours degree. A typical fulltime 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 a range of subjects; you can even do them in aircraft engineering.

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.opendoorsmedia.co.uk.

Useful linksfor engineering

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SPORT & Fitness SECTOR 16-24 year olds make up 24% of the employees in this sector With the 2012 Olympics around the corner, this sector is set to boom over the next few years!

More than 2 million people volunteer to get involved in sports every week. It’s a good way to get ahead with a sporting career! What do employees in this sector do? Sport and Recreation – 311,200 employees Health and Fitness – 43,200 employees Playwork – 126,600 employees Outdoors – 21,900 employees

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SPORT & FITNESS You don’t have to be a world-class athlete for a career in sport. With the build-up to London 2012, now’s the perfect time to get involved in this booming sector… 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. For example, behind every professional football player are the people running the club, maintaining the pitch, training the players, keeping the spectators safe and so on – and that’s just football. This sector is about more than just sport – it’s about promoting health and fitness, helping people enjoy the outdoors and public health. No matter what your interests or physical abilities are, there’s a rewarding career path for you. Here are some of the main areas within this thriving industry – you can take a vocational route into any of them.

Exercise & Fitness

This is about helping people stay fit and healthy, and includes roles like personal trainer, fitness instructor, yoga instructor and swimming teacher. You could work for a gym or leisure centre, or be self-employed and choose your own hours. All types of people need fitness instructors, from children to the elderly, or high level athletes.

Coaching

Coaches are needed to teach skills and techniques at all levels, from beginner to professional. They help teams and individuals train to reach their full potential. Coaches need to get a special qualification recognised by their sport’s national governing body. These roles vary greatly depending on the sport and skill level, volunteering is a good way to get started in this career.

Playwork

Playworkers organise and lead play activities for children (aged between 4 and 15) in after-school clubs, play schemes and youth clubs. This is one of the job roles in which you can use a Foundation Degree to get ahead.

Activity Leadership

Outdoor activity instructors help people enjoy themselves in the great outdoors. They lead a wide range of expeditions and trips, such as walking, hiking, canoeing and rock climbing. You need good people and leadership skills, and to be a natural with young people to be a successful activity leader.

Spectator Control

Event stewards and marshals make sure crowds are safe and under control at matches and other large events. You can do an NVQ in spectator safety, some of the key areas include: teamwork, conflict management and dealing with emergencies.

Operations

It takes all sorts of people to run a leisure centre or gym, from leisure centre assistants and managers to cleaning and maintenance staff. Sports management can include anything from making sure the facilities are maintained properly to making sure everything financial is in order too.

What will I earn?

For all of these areas, salaries start around £12,000 and can rise to £25,000 with experience and qualifications. Senior staff could earn more than £30,000.

East Midlands Focus Over 44,000 people are employed in this sector in the East Midlands; this includes 7% of the UK’s practicing coaches. Most of the sport and fitness employees are in your age category too, 16-24 year olds make up 20% of the workforce. The sector is about to get bigger too, the world’s biggest sporting event- The Olympic Games- is going to be held in London in 2012; they’re going to need a lot of employees to keep it running smoothly!

Fast facts:

• There are over 44,000 sport and fitness sector employees in the East Midlands. • There are around 2,700 workplaces in this sector based here. • 14% of establishments have a vacancy in this region.

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Apprenticeships

The Apprenticeship in active leisure and learning covers a wide range of career paths, whether you’d like to coach, be a fitness instructor, lead outdoor activities or run a leisure centre. You’ll learn on the job while attending a college or training provider on day release, and earn the right qualifications that will help you progress. So even though this is the only NVQ level 2 Apprenticeship framework in the sector it can take you a number of directions: • Active Leisure and Learning

Advanced Apprenticeship

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 are NVQ level 3: • Active Leisure and Learning • Facilities Management • Sporting Excellence

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree, which are explained below, but which ones are right for you depend on what role you want to do. As there are so many varied careers in the industry, from coaching to operations, no single subject is right for everyone, but here are some which could set you in the right direction: • Biology (Human) • Leisure Studies • Sport and Physical Education

Foundation Degrees

Once a gang member at a very young age, Ian Perkins 21, knows only too well the tragedy of taking the wrong path in life and losing friends due to crime and unrest. Looking for his second chance in life and to prove wrong those people who once doubted him, Ian’s determination and will to succeed led him to Lifetime. Enrolling into the Lifetime Fitness Academy and with the support of tutor Mark Pemberton, Ian successfully completed his Level 2 Fitness Instructor Apprenticeship; not only could Ian earn while he learned, but he was able to gain ‘on the job’ skills and a true understanding of the industry. Ian says: “I have turned my life around, influenced people and shown never to give up on anyone. In the space of just 20 months I have come from “just an apprentice” to becoming the youngest ever Health and Fitness Manager of the largest Fitness First club in Europe. I have received two awards from my employer on consecutive months, which has never been achieved by anyone in the company. I always aimed high from the very start and never gave up on that goal.” A bright future awaits Ian; he now teaches ‘PT Business’ courses and has worked hard to establish himself in the fitness industry. “Eventually I want to have a say in how the industry is run. I feel that my passion behind health and fitness can influence change; my ambition is to aim high!” For more information please get in touch T: 0870 120 1207 W: www.lifetimetraining.co.uk/looking-for-a-job E: fitness@lifetimetraining.co.uk

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 can be done in playwork and youth studies.

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Your career, your choice Wondering what other careers are out there? Here are some of the other sectors in your region... Armed Forces

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.

Business & Finance

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.

Creative, Digital & Media 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.

Customer Service & Admin

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.

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Energy & Renewables

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.

Environmental & Land-based

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 & Drink

Food and drink is one of the largest industries in the UK – in fact, it even helped pull the country out of the recession. 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.

Health & Social Care

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 helping people live healthy, full lives. Health care covers careers in medicine (nurses, physiotherapists, dental nurses, etc) while social care is about supporting people with special needs. Most people in this sector work for the NHS while the rest are employed by private practices. Because healthcare is an essential part of our society, there’ll always be jobs on offer for qualified people. In fact, this is one sector that continues to thrive during recessions. Job roles: Care assistant, nursing assistant, dental nurse, porter. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualifications: Apprenticeships and Foundation degrees in Health and Social Care.

Manufacturing

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.

Motor Vehicles

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).

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Public Services

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

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 or 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.

Transport & Logistics

This sector deals with all sorts of vehicles and their different purposes – the cars and motorcycles we drive, the lorries that transport goods, the trains and buses that travel across the country, even the aeroplanes that arrive and depart from our airports. All of these vehicles require skilled mechanics to keep them running, drivers to operate them safely, and organised people behind the scenes keeping everything to schedule. Many jobs involve manual and mechanical skills, however many roles deal with the public, so people skills are important too.

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: 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.

Job roles: Vehicle technician, bodywork repairer, rail engineering technician, lorry driver, baggage handler. Salary: Starting between £12,000 and £17,000 a year. Qualifications: Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees.

Travel & Hospitality

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

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The food and drink sector is big in Lincolnshire, particularly in the rural areas. Famous brands like Branston Ltd call Lincolnshire home. The agricultural side of food production tends to be based around coastal Lincolnshire whilst the preparation and packaging of food is largely based in the south of the county. It is expected to grow in coming years too! The Lincolnshire coast is also a popular UK tourist destination and is home to a large Butlins complex which can offer loads of fun careers; some of the UK’s famous entertainers began as Butlins redcoats, including Michael Barrymore and Darren Day. The future is bright for business in Lincolnshire too. Lincoln Leadership and Management Centre is being created at the University of Lincoln to help develop the skills of business leaders in the region! This could be a boost to local small and medium companies.

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Rutland Over 30% of Rutland’s workforce works in Public Admin, Education and Health, but England’s smallest coun ty also attracts a fair few tourists and visitors. As a result the second bigg est employer is the hospitality industry with those working in distribution, hotels and restaurants making up the largest grou p. 14-19 prospectus: www.14-19.in fo/

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