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Issue 4 | London Edition | Spring 2012

Apprenticeships · Careers · Jobs · Training · A-Levels · College · UNI LONDON edition Issue 4 - Spring 2012 ISSN: 2046-1569

If you want to make a real difference to London then an apprenticeship with us is a great place to start. We offer a range of apprenticeships in engineering, technical and customer service roles. As you would expect from an employer with a reputation for bringing out the best in people, we offer a great salary and fantastic benefits including free travel. Go to tfl.gov.uk/apprentices to see why people are talking about our apprenticeships.

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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 Business & finance sector

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

Fancy a high-flying career?

10 Qualifications table

21 Health & social care sector

12 Life Stories

25 IT & telecoms sector

See how different qualifications add up, and how they compare

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

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

This cutting edge industry isn’t just for the geeks

29 Retail sector

This exciting industry is so much more than life behind a counter

33 Motor vehicle sector

Love cars? There are lots of careers on offer

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%

of employers say relevant work experience is the most important part of an application

How do you approach a company for work experience?

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Around 70% of 16 year olds choose to remain in full time education

Applications without spelling mistakes are 61% more likely to get a reply

+ 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

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Life Stories Ode earns while he learns Ode Coley recently joined the staff at Lambeth College as an Apprentice Centre Administrator at our Vauxhall Centre. It’s a busy and demanding role within a bustling college environment. Everyday tasks can include dealing with general enquiries at the centre reception desk, enrolling students, organising the post and disseminating important information to staff. For this job it is very ise as well as being important to be organised and prec a good communicator. ing as Ode had spent several years train Level 3 A ACC his hed reac and an accountant level 4 but to e qualification. He intends to continu to improve first ce erien wanted some real work exp his job prospects. tion isn’t the “I know that having a good qualifica they also for; look only requirement that employers nised and orga g bein of want you to have experience ld be wou hip ices rent app an going to work. I knew he-job on-t gain and ress prog e mak to a good way I joined Lambeth skills and knowledge. That’s why love working and s College. I’m learning new skill tasks and rent diffe y man so in a team. There are it keeps me that job the in lved invo ies responsibilit ager one man a be interested. If I work hard, I could n as lear to nity ortu opp day. I am going to use this it.” for eful grat very I’m much as I can and e of A levels Lambeth College offer a great rang k experience wor ting and vocational courses, exci activities ent chm enri fun of programmes and lots enterprise ng you , club film a, dram rts, including spo call tion and martial arts. For more informa thcollege.ac.uk 020 7501 5000 or visit www.lambe

Ian aims high 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 Pem berton, 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 indu stry. Ian says: “I have turned my life arou nd, influenced people and shown never to give up on anyone. In the space of just 20 months I have com e from “just an apprentice” to becoming the you ngest 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 com pany. 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. “Eve ntually I want to have a say in how the industry is run. I feel that my passion behind health and fitne ss 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/look ing-for-a-job E: fitness@lifetimetraining.co.u k

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Help us keep London moving Transport for London (TfL) provides vital transport links for communities all over London. We really do keep London moving. We believe in investing in the future, not just by upgrading our systems but also through bringing in a new generation of employees with fresh ideas and a willingness to rs. We train learn from our experienced manage make a real to d nee apprentices in the skills they career with us. covering roles in We offer a number of apprenticeships nical areas. tech and ring customer services, enginee rational Ryan started working as an LU Ope final year of his In Apprentice in September 2009. , to stay in next do to t wha school he had to decide iceship he rent app this With k. wor education or find developed his found the best of both worlds. He skills, attained a t customer service and managemen ns and earned ratio Ope rt Level 2 NVQ in Rail Transpo . time e sam a great salary at the in September Ryan completed his apprenticeship Supervisor. ion Stat a as 2011 and is now working ing job. On top of “It’s a very interesting and challeng this the money is great!” renticeships at Find out about this and other app www.tfl.gov.uk/apprentices

CASE STUDY Arjun Kataria Arjun is studying A Levels in Mathematics, Applied ICT, Physics and Mechanics at Tower Hamlets College. This is part of a special programme of study known as a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Baccalaureate. This programme is specially designed for hard working high achievers in maths, science and engineering, who want to get into the best universities. The STEM Baccalaureate gives Arju n and his peers at Tower Hamlets College the opportunity to get industry placements, site visit s, seminars and mentoring alongside his A Level stud ies. As part of this course, Arjun is able to sit the STEP (Sixth Term Examination Paper); a mathematics admission test that is used to select the very bes t students for the top universities. Once Arjun has completed his A Levels, he plans to study a maths and engineering bas ed degree at a top university. For more information, please con tact our Student Advisers: call 020 7510 7777 e-mail advice@tower.ac.uk text ‘reg’ to 88020

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Life Stories Apprentice of the Year Double win for Danielle! When invited by her salon employer to Shears Academy’s show last year, Danielle knew she wanted to train with Shears Academy, and what’s more, enter and win next years’ event, and that’s exactly what she did! The event is held each year to celebrate Apprentice achievement; candidates who have impressed to their peers by the team as excellent role models t are nominated men ieve ach to overcoming barriers nominated for to receive an award. Danielle was tutors, and then Apprentice of the Year 2011 by her Presentation’s the her judges unanimously declared winning entry! hairdressing, SE3, Danielle is employed at Go West the show every r ente her employer Sue said “We Jade modelled but k, wor hard year and it’s a lot of this year is win the and , antly brilli k Danielle’s wor definitely worth all the effort!” y in November Jade enrolled with Shears Academ year’s and…yes, she’s hoping to win next Presentation Event too! 1 3504 or visit For more information call 020 846 .uk y.co dem aca www.shears

College apprentices making suits On Savile Row Two apprentice tailors from the College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London are learning their timehonoured trade from the world’s very finest. Based at the Maurice Sedwell’s Savile Row Academy, Paul White and Eithen Sweet are gaining the garmentmaking skills, which (L-R) Apprentices Paul White, Eithe n have taken tailors on Sweet and Savile Academy Principal, Andrew M. Ramroop OBE the Row centuries to perfect, as part of their apprenticeship. They earn £95 a wee k to train, while others may have to pay many thou sands of pounds to acquire the same level of expertis e, and gain a qualification at the end. Both self-confessed dedicated follo wers of fashion, Paul and Eithen cannot belie ve their luck. “Savile Row suits are both elegant and technical perfection, and we practice until our work is perfect. It’s such an honor to be learning from the best” said Eithen. While Paul added: “The work is intricate but I’m confident I can keep up becaus e of the quality of the teaching.” Both apprentices hope to work on Savile Row once they are qualified, making the handmade suits for which tailors there have become so famous. If you’re interested in becoming an apprentice, the College runs a number of similar app renticeships from rail engineering, through to constru ction, accounting and lab technicians. As an apprent ice, you have a paid work placement, spending most of your time with your employer, and a few days a week at college. If you’re in employment and would like to train at the same time, or you’re unemployed and looking for an apprenticeship with the College of Haringey, Enfield and North East London, call the App renticeships First hotline on: 0800 678 3000 or visit : www.apprenticeshipsfirst.com

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Business & Finance sector

53%

of workers in financial services are female

Almost 1 million people are employed in financial services in England

70,000 Around 70,000 young people start new businesses in the UK each year

78%

(percentage of financial services firms reporting skills shortages)

£26,000 - £50,000 per year (typical salary range for a qualified accountant)

Some of the biggest salaries going

Consider a career ‘in the money’...?

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Business & finance

Money makes the world go round in this suited and booted sector. If you have ambition and a head for numbers, you could set out for a very rewarding career! Put simply, the business and finance 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. Here are some of the main areas within the sector:

Accountancy

Accountants keep track of companies and individuals’ finances so they can manage their money properly. Depending on their client’s needs, they might produce account reports, forecast future profits, calculate tax or audit accounts. All organisations – from football clubs to supermarkets – need accountants, so they can work in many different sectors. Entry-level role: Accounts clerk, trainee accountant. Starting salary: £12,000 – £16,000 a year.

Banking

The banking sector is huge. There are loads of international and domestic banks who manage our money, give loans, exchange money and more. There are three types: retail banking (like your local HSBC or Lloyds), corporate banking (banking services for businesses) and wholesale banking (large transactions for big clients like governments and other international banks). Entry-level role: Customer service adviser, bank cashier. Starting salary: £10,500 – £16,000 a year.

Financial advice

It’s not just for the wealthy – everybody needs financial advice at some point. Financial adviser’s help people make the most out of their money, whatever they have. A career in financial advice is about working with people to plan their financial goals, whether that’s choosing a mortgage, investing their savings or planning for their retirement. Entry-level role: Insurance technician, customer service adviser in a bank or building society. Starting salary: around £17,000 a year.

Entrepreneurial

Think you’ve got a fantastic idea for a business? Well almost two-thirds of entrepreneurs say that they had no experience of managing a business before they took the plunge. Organisations like the Prince’s Trust offer help and support to young people who are interested in starting their own businesses. If you have determination and are willing to put in the hard work starting your own business can be a wise career choice.

LONDON Focus If you want to get into this sector, then there’s no better place to be than right here in London. We’re a major international hub for business, insurance and finance. In fact, The City rivals New York as the financial capital of the world. The London Stock Exchange, Lloyds of London and the Bank of England are all based here, plus countless other businesses.

Fast Facts

• One in three of all people employed in the UK financial services sector is employed in London. • Over 248,500 people work in financial services in London. • Over 500 banks have their offices in The City. • There are over 10,000 financial services workplaces, employing 7.3% of London’s workforce.

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Get Qualified There are plenty of academic and vocational courses for this sector...

Apprenticeships

There are several Apprenticeships that will get you qualified in this sector. The business and administration Apprenticeship covers all the skills needed to start a career in the office. On the finance side of things, there . are a few options: payroll, accounting and providing financial services of all sector, the to relevant rks Here are the Apprenticeship framewo these are NVQ level 2: • Accounting • Business and Administration • Marketing and Communications • Payroll • Providing Financial Services • Team Leading and Management

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. Many have remained in Business or Finance for their whole career. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 3: • Accounting • Advising on Financial Products • Business and Administration • Marketing and Communications • Payroll • Providing Financial Services • Team Leading & Management You can also do a Higher Apprenticeship, NVQ level 4 in: • Accounting

A Levels

A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree, which are explained below, but can be particularly useful in this sector as big companies such as Institute of Chartered Accountants England and Wales or Price Waterhouse Coopers offer funded training for students Level who have just completed A Levels. Here are some recommended A this in career a for direction right the subjects, which could set you in sector: • Accounting • Business Studies • Economics • Maths • Statistics

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Case Study Karima Bakkali - BTEC Level 3 National Business Karima heard about Westminster Kingsway College while studying at Hackney Free and Parochial Church of England School. The College was recommended by her Head of Year because she knew how much Karima loved Business. Karima said: “The best part of my course is my teachers’ approach to teaching. It’s realistic and she uses real world situations and makes it interesting. I think I understand better when I can apply my learning to issues and scenarios that are going on right now in society. I also love the location of my Centre because this part of Victoria is so beautiful. In the future I want to use my passion for finance and help bring credibility back to the banking sector and studying here is placing me on the right path.” Having worked with the Enterprise Society at Westminster Kingsway College Karima has developed her skills in Business and Finance and got the qualifications she needs to move on to King’s College, University of London. For more information call 0870 060 9800 or visit www.westking.ac.uk.

Employer-funded study

You don’t have to go to university to train to be an accountant. Organisations like the ICAEW offer a training scheme for people who have completed their A Levels. You’ll start working for an employer and have gain two professional qualifications in four years. As mentioned PwC the Though leavers. school recruit also KPMG and a HEADstart scheme friends your time the by that is benefit the years 6 takes scheme KPMG are finished university, you’ll be earning and able to command a good salary.

Professional Qualifications

Professional bodies (such as Chartered Institute for Securities and d Investments, Association of Chartered Certified Accountants and Chartere you allow which courses short offer ants) Account ment Manage of Institute to study specific areas of finance and gain a qualification employers will value. For example, if you want to work for an Investment Bank then the CISI’s Introduction to Investment Award could really boost your CV and teach you more about the Investment and Securities industry.

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HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE SECTOR

350,000 There are over 350,000 nurses in England!

You could help save lives There are hundreds of different career paths, from IT and admin to nursing and physiotherapy

Do you want to help people?

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Health &Social Care 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. 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.

Childcare

Childcare is an important career. Workers in this sector have to have the necessary skills to help children grow emotionally, physically and socially. 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.

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.

Healthcare science

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.

Health information

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 place on keeping accurate records of patients.

Nursing and midwifery

The largest group of staff in the NHS nurses play a vital role in assisting doctors and consultants. 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.

Social care

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 live fuller lives. Many of these workers visit patients in their own homes and provide support in a variety of settings.

Wider healthcare team

The NHS 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 lots of roles, like technicians, porters, gardeners, caterers, cleaning staff.

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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 mor e you’ll earn.

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Volunteering & work experience

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. You can also get in touch with your local NHS trust who may be able to help you with work experience.

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 are NVQ level 2: • Health and Social Care • Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians • Support Services in Healthcare

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: • Dental Nursing • Health and Social Care • Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians

A Levels

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

CASE STUDY A route into the care sector Sian Hendry was recruited to take on an apprentice’s role within a team who provide care for customers with mental health issues who live in a supported housing complex of self-contained apartments. Prior to undertaking the apprenticeship, Sian had waitressed for a number of years after completing her GCSEs and a university access course in media. She soon realised that she would prefer to take up a paid vocation that offered on-the-job and skills training, rather than just a qualification. Sian’s role is varied. She relishes the combined day’s study at college, with four days of on-the-job training. The course gives her an overview of health and social care and she is tasked with live assessments that enable her to reflect on her practical experience. On a daily basis, she can be helping customers to manage their appointment schedules, identifying signs of health deterioration and ensuring their health and safety. Sian believes that for a role in care you need empathy and patience towards others. The apprentice role has helped her to build personal confidence and gain a better understanding of mental health. For more information about social care apprenticeships visit www.skillsforcare.org.uk/careerpathways or email info@skillsforcare.org.uk

Foundation Degree

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 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.

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IT & TELECOMS SECTOR

826,700

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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.

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.

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. 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.

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 in London over the next five years…so now’s the time to get qualified!

Fast facts

• 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.

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Daniel’s future looks bright

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

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

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Daniel left school not knowing which career he would end up in. He was hoping for a future in football, which didn’t end up quite how he planned. He started studying at a specialist Sports College but several months later decided to leave as he felt it wasn’t suitable for him. Unsure of what he wanted to do in life, he applied for an IT User Apprenticeship with Information Horizons in London, where he would gain a high level of knowledge, understanding and experience within both IT and business administration. Daniel enrolled on a Level 2 Apprenticeship in order to gain a thorough knowledge of the fundamentals of IT and administration. Having successfully completed this at a rapid pace, he progressed to an Advanced IT User Apprenticeship, working as an Administrator at Information Horizons. On completion of his Advanced Apprenticeship, Daniel was offered full-time employment as Training Administrator with Information Horizons. He said “With the help of my family, friends and the staff at Information Horizons, I was able to gain a recognised IT Qualification and secure a full-time job at the end of it. I owe a lot to the people who helped me throughout the course and I now feel comfortable and dedicated to working in this environment, hopefully, for many more years to come”. To find out more about IT User Apprenticeship courses with Information Horizons, visit www.informationhorizons.com or call Reni, Apprenticeship Co-ordinator, on 020 7831 7777.

Useful links Skills Council for this industry.

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Graphic Design at the Fashion Retail Academy Interested in art, design, graphics, textiles, IT? Why not study Graphic Design at the Fashion Retail Academy? A 2 year BTEC Level 3 Extended National Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design) is available to students aged 16+ and is equivalent to 3 A levels. This Diploma is well suited to gain employment in a variety of graphic design settings such as Branding, Corporate Identity, e-Commerce Design, Public Relations, Advertising, Marketing, Packaging, Publishing, Events and Exhibitions. This course is set in a fashion retail context. Why study at the FRA rather than at a local school or college? • • • • • •

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RETAIL SECTOR

58%

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Retail

It’s not just about working on a till – the Retail sector offers a range of career paths, from managing a shop to creating shop window displays. Everyone loves to shop, which is why this sector turns over more than £321 billion a year in the UK. Retail is about the sale of products and services to consumers (that’s people like you). 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.

london Focus

Whether your strengths are creativity or organisation, there’s a role for you. Here are the main areas in the sector:

People come to London from all over the world to shop. And then there are the millions of us who shop every day, which is why London has more retail centres than any other part of the country. In fact, the West End is officially the largest retail hub in the UK with people spending around £3,536,000,000 each year!

Store operations

Fast facts:

One of the most exciting places to work, store operations is about delivering customer service. Sales assistants help customers in the shop and make the overall shopping experience better. To do this it is important to have top knowledge of the products you are selling, as well as being friendly and approachable. Salary: starting between £11,000 and £15,000 a year.

Buying

Buyers are the people who choose what is sold in the shop, and buy the products directly from designers and wholesalers. As well as knowing all about the latest fashions and trends you have to be a keen negotiator. It’s the buyers at Topshop, for example, who bring trends to the high street. Salary: starting between £16,000 and £20,000. With experience, you can earn over £45,000 a year.

Visual merchandising

From window displays to mannequin dressing, this creative career is about making visual displays to catch the customer’s eye. Visual merchandising is vital to the stores overall profitability. Salary: starting between £12,000 and £16,000 a year.

Management

From managing a shop to overseeing a region of national chains, store managers are needed to keep things running smoothly and profitably. To be a successful store manager you have to be able to motivate staff and sales teams but you may also have to deal with human resources, marketing, customer service and finance. Salary: starting between £16,000 and £20,000, while managers of large stores can make £40,000 or more.

• 16% of all retail establishments are in London, the most in the country. • Employs around 376,000 people in 39,414 retail establishments. • 51% people in this sector work in customer service and sales roles. • More than 66% of vacancies are in customer service roles. • Employers are looking for new recruits with good customer service skills, management skills and the ability to solve problems.

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Get qualified There are several courses you can take to help start a career in Retail. Once you have work experience these qualifications will help further your career...

Apprenticeships

The Retail Apprenticeship covers a wide range of job roles in retail, from visual merchandising to sales. You’ll get a job with an employer (for example, a national chain like Superdrug) and do half of your learning on the job, and half in the classroom with a college or training provider. Though this the only apprenticeship framework in the sector it can vary hugely based on the employer, the apprenticeship gives you an NVQ level 2: • Retail

Advanced Apprenticeships

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 rather than academic qualifications; but if you’re interested in retail management or a role as a buyer, here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction:

Case Study Lara hopes to pursue her career overseas Omolara (Lara) Martins is 17 and studying on the National Diploma in Business (Retail) I enrolled at the Fashion Retail Academy wanting to expand my knowledge in the business retail industry, meeting key industry people and learning first-hand what the industry is looking for. I have had a taste of the industry by working with an online fashion magazine, styling on shoots and two retail jobs (Topshop and Mulberry). I first heard about the Academy whilst working at Topshop in a conversation about career path choices and applied online. A few months on and I am fully committed and enjoying learning business retail as it is shaping my future, from marketing to business communication my knowledge of industry is multiplying. After starting at the Academy and adding the FRA to my CV, I obtained an interview at Mulberry and successfully got the job.

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With help from the Fashion Retail Academy, I am looking into a career in PR and Marketing in the Luxury goods sector and hoping to progress onto University and then move overseas in the next 6-7 years to pursue my fashion retail career.

Foundation Degrees

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You can also do a foundation degree in Retailing. 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.

Employer Funded Study

Many of the big national chains (like M&S, Tesco and Sainsbury) run special training schemes for school leavers – lots of them are linked in with a management option. Entry requirements vary with each scheme – check the websites of shops for more information.

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Motor Vehicle Sector Vocational training is the best way to get into this sector

ÂŁ20,000 per year

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There are over 200,000 employees in vehicle sales If you love cars this is the sector for you

50,000 The UK is home to 8 formula one teams, employing 50,000 people

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Motor Vehicles There are 32 million vehicles on the UK’s roads, and all of them need to be serviced, repaired, bought and sold. That’s where the motor vehicle industry comes in… The motor vehicle 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 – it all depends on what interests you. The good news about this sector is that vocational training is the best way to get into it, though academic routes, such as engineering degrees are a possibility. Here are the main areas within the motor vehicle sector – there are vocational routes into all of them.

Maintenance and repair

One of the most popular areas, maintenance and repair is about keeping cars roadworthy. These technicians service, fix and replace parts of all sorts of vehicles. They can work in independent garages or as part of dealerships, say working on just BMWs. Some technicians specialise in things like electrics or motorcycles. Earnings: Between £13,000 and £20,000 a year.

Body and paint

Body and paint technicians fix cars that have been damaged in accidents. Body work can be sorting out rust or dents and scratches and paint work is about sprucing up after to make everything look like new again. You need a good eye for detail and an understanding of vehicle bodywork in these roles. Earnings: Between £13,500 and £18,000 a year.

Roadside assistance

When someone’s car breaks down on the side of the road, it’s the roadside recovery technician who comes to the rescue. They either fix the car onsite or safely tow it back to a garage and need a high level of technical ability. Workers in this role may also need to available for on-call services. Earnings: Between £13,000 and £16,000 a year.

Fitting

Motor vehicle fitters repair and replace parts on cars, like tyres, batteries, brakes and exhausts while the customers wait. Workers in this role will also need to advice customers on simple maintenance issues. They can work in fast-fit centres, dealerships or alongside motor vehicle technicians. Earnings: Between £12,000 and £15,000 a year.

Parts operations

This area is about selling car parts to the public – dealerships, motor vehicle technicians and everyday customers. It’s a customer-service based role that requires good organisation to process payments, manage inventory, advise customers, and more. Earnings: Between £9,000 and £14,500 a year.

Sales

This is about selling cars, which involves broad knowledge of cars and negotiation skills. It’s also about understanding people – sales people need to find the car that’s right for the customer, and have the confidence to seal the deal. Earnings: Between £10,000 and £15,000 a year, plus commission.

london Focus Our region isn’t one of the motor sector’s biggest employers, but it’s not the smallest either. There are various different roles within the sector that you can get involved with; these include vehicle sale, roadside assistance, vehicle repair, body building, vehicle rental and parts distribution and supply. Sales, light vehicle maintenance and accident repair have the highest number of employers here.

Fast facts:

• 9% of the motor vehicle retail sector’s workforce is in London. • There are over 6,000 workplaces in the motor vehicle retail here. • Over 60,000 people are employed in this sector here. • The most common sub-sector is motor sales, followed by light vehicle maintenance.

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Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are the recommended route into this sector. You’ll get 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. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 2: • Roadside Assistance and Recovery • Vehicle Body and Paint Operations • Vehicle Fitting • Vehicle Maintenance and Repair • Vehicle Parts Operations • Vehicle Sales

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 handon 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: • Roadside Assistance and Recovery • Vehicle Body and Paint Operations • Vehicle Fitting • Vehicle Maintenance and Repair • Vehicle Parts Operations • Vehicle Sales

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 people take the vocational routes into the motor industry, but you could do the more practical Foundation Degree after A Levels or study something like mechanical engineering at university.

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 a range of subjects, from motor vehicle performance to mechanical engineering, and are a good way to get qualified and gain experience

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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.

Construction

Its 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. One of the most popular ways into this career is the Construction Apprenticeship Scheme, which takes two years for a Level 2 award, and one more year for

the Level 3 qualification. To apply, you’ll need to have found an employer that will sponsor you. Job roles: Bricklayer, labourer, joiner, painter and decorator, plasterer. Salary: Apprentices can expect to earn around £8,700 the first year, £11,600 the next, and £15,350 the third year. Qualifications: Construction Apprenticeships; 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.

Engineering

At the heart of every technological advance is an engineer. 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? Engineering is one of the most varied sectors out there, with specialist areas like chemical, mechanical, electrical, aerospace, marine and defence.

Job roles: Maintenance fitter, welder, mechanical engineering technician. Salary: Starting anywhere between £15,000 and £18,000 per year. Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Engineering; Foundation Degrees.

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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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.

Sport & Fitness

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.

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. 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 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.

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