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Open Doors NORTH EAST EDITION

APPRENTICESHIPS / CAREERS / TRAINING / JOBS Issue 3

Summer 2011 ISSN: 2044 7159

SECTOR SPOTLIGHT

We shed some light on working in Automotive, Business & Finance, Travel & Hospitality and much more! Issue 3 | North East Edition | Summer 2011

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HELLO, Good to see you again! Welcome to our last issue of the school year, where we explore careers in sectors like Automotive, Business & Finance, Travel & Hospitality, and more. As always, we’ve got an overview of all the other sectors out there too. The third instalment of our Get Into Training article will answer many of those questions swimming in your head about things like college, Apprenticeships, A-levels, foundation learning and finding work. In case you haven’t already, make sure you register on our website (www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk) to receive newsletters and updates on opportunities in your area. You’ll find a link to our Facebook page where you can get involved in discussions and upload photos with our magazine for a chance to win cool prizes. It’s been a great year – we’re already looking forward to the next one. Expect new features, events, and plenty more exciting stuff. We can’t give it all away, so watch this space…

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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 GET INTO TRAINING

17 MOTOR VEHICLE SECTOR

10 QUALIFICATIONS TABLE

21 BUSINESS & FINANCE SECTOR

12 LIFE STORIES

25 TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY SECTOR

Part 3 of this article answers frequently asked questions

See how different qualifications add up, and how they compare

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

Love cars? There are lots of careers on offer

Fancy a high-flying career?

You could make a career of helping people enjoy themselves

29 TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS SECTOR

A fleet of careers that keep our world moving forward

33 FOOD & DRINK SECTOR

Want to taste success in the countries largest manufacturing sector

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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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS There are so many options it’s no surprise you’re left scratching your head! So what do you need to know?

What is an Apprenticeship?

Is Foundation Learning the right programme for me?

Which A Level subjects should I choose?

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FAQ’S When it comes to making big decisions there is always lots to consider, and it’s inevitable that you’ll have lots of questions you want answering before choosing what’s right for you. Here we answer some of the most common queries you might have ...

Apprenticeships What is an apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are a great opportunity to gain qualifications and workplace experience at the same time! Apprenticeships involve working for an employer while studying for a qualification part time with a training provider or college (usually on day release). What different types of apprenticeships are there? There are over 190 types of Apprenticeships, in a huge range of industry sectors, such as engineering, childcare, veterinary nursing or even ceramic manufacturing. Apprenticeships in every industry generally fall into the three categories of intermediate, advanced and higher Apprenticeships, and all result in qualifications. Will an apprenticeship help me into a good career? Career progression is excellent for apprentices, and over the course of their careers, those who have completed an Apprenticeship earn, on average, £100,000 more than those without. Some Apprenticeships already result in UCAS points or allow you to study for a Technical Certificate. Once you have finished your Apprenticeship there’s the opportunity to carry on working, get promoted or in some cases go on to higher education in a college or university. I heard you get paid to do an Apprenticeship! How does that work? In October 2010 a National Minimum Wage came into effect for apprentices meaning you have to be paid a minimum of £2.50/hour. However, as in most job roles, many apprentices get paid more by their employers as their skills develop. Research has shown that apprentices take home an average of £170 a week. The added bonus is that as long as you’re between 16 and 18 your studies are 100% paid for by the government.

A Levels What subjects should I choose ? There is a lot to consider when deci ding which subjects to do at A Level, but choosing wha t you enjoy and what you’re good at is usually a good plac e to start. Make sure you ask your subject teachers if you can’t decide, they’re there to help. Another way to approach your choi ces is to look at what university course or job role you want to go into after A Levels and see which subjects they prefer you to study. How will universities and employe rs view my qualifications and subject choices ? Universities will make it clear which A Level subjects are desired for certain courses (this is why choosing the right subjects is important). Having stud ied relevant subjects gives you a huge advantage when applying. Employers, more than universities, will look for your qualities as a person rather than focu sing so much on your academic subjects of study. Of course having studied relevant subjects or doing work expe rience will still reflect well when applying for the most com petitive jobs. How much harder are A Levels than GCSE’s? Is there a bigger workload? This depends on you and your cour se. If you’re studying a subject you have previously stud ied at GCSE you will find that the course builds on your existing knowledge, however if you’re trying out a new subject it may take some time to adjust. The workload for A Levels can also be a challenge, or for some people may actually suit their learning style better than GCSE’s. The main chan ge from GCSE’s is that you will have to do more work outside of school. Though this may be daunting at first remember that you’ll be doing fewer subjects so you can focus more time on them to make up for it. Can I change my A Level choices after I have started? Ideally you should stick to your subj ect choices. Most schools and colleges don’t allow you to change after a certain point in the term but if you are really struggling or not enjoying the subject the best thing to do is talk to your teachers or subject leaders. Som etimes the best thing to do is allow time to adapt and get used to the course, but if you do change subjects your teachers will give you the help you need to catc h up.

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Foundation learning What is Foundation Learning? which aims to help you if Foundation Learning is a programme rience, skills or qualifications you don’t have the necessary expe se or a job. Foundation cour ge to start an Apprenticeship, colle ression as you will prog for nity ortu Learning offers a great opp e a personalised programme work with those guiding you to agre which covers a range of skills. Foundation Learning? Can I study for a qualification on including Literacy, Numeracy, Yes, there are qualifications available tice most people on Health and Safety and First Aid. In prac to Level 2 qualifications ress Foundation Learning courses prog supported employment. or ips) cesh renti (GCSE’s, Diplomas, App lp me? How will Foundation Learning he build up your confidence to Foundation Learning will help you rience and develop the expe work gain and other skills. You will help get you ready for further kind of skills and attitudes that will and prepare you for greater learning, make you more employable independence. t programme for me? Is Foundation Learning the righ to do next or if you feel If you are unsure what you would like take the next step, you help you need additional support to you. for be ld cou then Foundation Learning unemployed you will are and ol scho left have you Particularly if The important thing . ning Lear see huge benefits from Foundation fully personalised care be will me to remember is that the program for you. and be aimed at achievable targets

Employers and Training Providers

school? employer straight after Can I get a job with an ool sch local companies recruit Yes, lots of national and portunities , like British Gas, have op ies pan leavers. Some com loitte, offer De like e, som r GCSE’s and for students straight afte e completed A Levels. opportunities once you hav working en qualifications whilst oft In these roles you can . sity college or univer or get funding to go to d learning between a Work Base What’s the difference e? provider and a colleg rning phrase ‘Work Based lea the n You may have see n’t worry if Do . site s ctu 4-19 prospe provider’ on your local1 providers . Work Based learning don’t know what it means nal courses. essentially provide vocatio provider a Work Based Learning of a ide After school the re are The . you for t righ it could be may seem different but sed Ba providers offering Work loads of types of training are e som intakes for courses, Learning; some have set or part rt sho r offe e ruits and som always looking out for rec local ich wh w kno will rs s adviso time courses. Your career . into for what you want to get providers are best suited

Colleges Should I study at my school 6th form or a college? This can be a difficult decision and the best advice is to make sure you attend open days at both! The main difference many students find is that colleges are a lot bigger and you have more independence. Though some people relish this you have to be self motivated as won’t be pushed to do work, or even turn up, in the same way as at school. Of course at 6th form you will already know most of your teachers and friends but the key is choosing what is right for you. Whether that’s staying in your comfort zone or trying somewhere new. How to find out about colleges in my area? www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk of course! Our site has links to all of the colleges in your area which is a good place to start browsing their sites and the courses they offer. A good way of searching through all the colleges offering the Apprenticeships, A Levels or courses you want to do is to check out your local 14-19 prospectus. These are all featured on page 52 of the magazine and are really easy to use. You’ll notice that different colleges have different specialities and your careers and connexions advisors help you work out which are best for the courses that interest you. What extra-curricular opportunities are available to me at college? Going to a college or staying on at 6th Form is a great way for you to get involved with activities outside of lessons, whether you choose to carry on with your current interests or take up new ones! Colleges and 6th Forms will encourage you to broaden your horizons, and most will have opportunities to get involved in: Performance activities Such as drama, dance, plays. Sports activities Playing for a school, county or area team. Community based activities These can include charity fundraising, amnesty international or the Duke of Edinburgh scheme. Business and Leadership opportunities Such as the young enterprise scheme or roles on school councils.

t more Findyouou provider might ut what type of course or learning may have a bit more of an idea abo So now courses and qualifications to discover. You can find out what be right for you there’s loads more on page 52. If you have you local 14-19 prospectus, they’re are available in your local area with or careers advice service e to turn is to your local Connexions more questions another good plac ice. serv l .co.uk for details of your loca ... check out www.opendoorsmedia

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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 – here’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

Higher Apprenticeship

Skills for Life

BTEC Introductory Diplomas and Certificates

Apprenticeship

Advanced Apprenticeship

Foundation Degree

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 Reaching new heights through Business Administration at SRC David Swainston is about to start a new job at Stockton Riverside College as the IT Service Desk Coordinator for the ICLT department. When he first started as an apprentice at the college in 2007, he never dreamt that he would have completed a higher education course and further built on his successful career so early into his professional life. ice gave me the David said: “Becoming an apprent nally recognised natio able valu a eve achi opportunity to ling me enab qualification, whilst at the same time g in a bein from e ledg to expand my skills and know have ther toge two the and ent, busy working environm e.” rienc expe ing learn le who enhanced my as a Business Joining Stockton Riverside College successfully has id Dav ice Administration apprent NVQ Level ding inclu s tion lifica qua of gained a raft er Diploma High a 3 in Business Administration and . Most ices Serv and in Administrative Procedures a of year first the ed plet recently he has com ration at inist Adm nal catio Edu in ree Foundation Deg the University of Huddersfield. ration is a great He continued “Business Administ because it is a take to on pers ng you route for any and therefore skill that is required in all businesses ” high ly the job prospects are extreme “I am looking Looking to the future, David said: h is taking me into forward to starting my new job whic tinue to develop con will I . a new and challenging area benefitted have I feel I as ing my skills and my learn I hope to ree. deg n datio foun my g doin so much from I do.” that k wor keep progressing and enjoying the Riverside For more information about Stockton call course or k ac.u ton. ock w.st ww College visit information on 01642 865566.

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Business Administration Apprenticeship Sean came to us in 2009, following the disheartening news that he was unable to join the Navy due to a failed eye test. He was adamant that college was not for him and saw an apprenticeship as a way of gaining life skills and earning a wage. He was eager to progress and gain skills and S&D Training has supported him whole heartedly with this goal. Whilst employed at S&D Training Sea n has achieved his Business Administration level 2 qualification in 2010 and is on target to complete his Cus tomer Service Level 3 by summer 2011. Because of his consistently high performance he has been given incre asing responsibility and is highly valued within the com pany. Sean’s job role currently entails: Gree ting customers, organising and booking client app ointments, taking minutes of meetings, inputting data into spreadsheets, taking phone calls and filling. Sean’s job role is a vital supporting role to the sales team and the rest for the admin team and he also plays a key customer service role as he is positioned on the front desk of the main office. Here’s what Sean has to say abo ut his experience with S&D Training: “I feel really confident of my abilities now and this is down to the breadth of experienc e that this apprenticeship has given me. I reall y enjoy my job and see it as way for me to gain real skills that employers look for. I now have a lot more to offer other employers and it has definitely opened doors for my future” For further information on apprent iceships at S&D Training contact us 01388 771 740 or visit: www.sdtraining-ltd.com

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Apprenticeship program helps build foundations for the future City of Sunderland College Apprentice Lisa Stewart is building a promising career in the construction industry thanks to her business administration apprenticeship. Lisa was taken on by David Weeks Builders to help the company deal with the extra workload created by their rapid expansion. With the r, Karl Anderson, help and support of her superviso the team. of she soon became a key member of the role, Lisa Having mastered the basic tasks challenges and new le tack to nce cha the jumped at ths found mon learn more skills, and in just a few . own her on herself running the office it’s helped Lisa loves her job and how quickly get ahead in the to develop her skills, setting her up future. She said: , this “I’ve learnt so much in so little time me understand the ed help y reall has hip ices rent app s and how I can range of responsibilities in a busines s.” task of s kind all apply my skills to the College and her Working hard, with the help of both her studies with the nce bala employer, Lisa was able to to complete aged man even and demands of her job dule. sche of d ahea ths mon five tions her qualifica she’s been offered And all the hard worked paid off, as option to move the also as well as , a full time position program. on to the Advanced Apprenticeship hips from City To find out more about apprentices 6446 or email 511 1 019 call , ege of Sunderland Coll marketing@citysun.ac.uk

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Apprentice’s legal dream receives a major boost Newcastle College have enabled a young student’s dream to enter the legal profession come true. Rachel Berridge, 17, of Cramlington, has joined Major Family Law as an Joanne Major, Senior Par tner at Major Family Administration Law with new apprentice Rachel Berridge. Assistant after being matched with the practice by Newcastle College’s Apprenticeship Program me. Rachel, who recently completed a Level Two Apprenticeship in Business Administ ration, will now go on to study toward a Level Thre e Advanced Apprenticeship whilst working at the busy legal firm. Major Family Law, a specialist Divorce and Family Law practice based in Ponteland, took the decision to seek out an apprentice after having Newcastle College’s Apprenticeship Programme recomm ended to them. Rachel said: “I’ve wanted to be a solic itor for as long as I can remember. I had started sixth form but realised early on that this was not the route for me. I was starting to worry how I would continue with my education until I saw an advert in the paper for apprenti ceships. “I emailed Newcastle College and they arranged for me to come in for a chat. I sign ed up to the Apprenticeship programme and soo n had my interview with Major Family Law. I’m ecstatic about getting a job with such a great prac tice. It’s still my ambition to become a solicitor, so I want to complete my Level Three Apprenticeship and go on to do a part-time Law Degree.” Angela Allan, Director of the School of Business and Enterprise at Newcastle College said: “We are delighted that Rachel has secured a placement with such a well-respected practice as Major Family Law. We offer a range of business apprenticeships in fields such as management, team leading, accountancy and customer service and we aim to provide a first-class service in mat ching businesses with enthusiastic and motivated you ng students.” If you are considering an Apprentices hip as a future career route then give us a call toda y on 0191 200 4000, to see a list of our current Apprenticeship job vacancies go to www.newcastlecollege.co.uk/ apprenticeshipvacancies

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LIFE STORIES Andrew Williamson Best of the Lot! After the publication of A Level results in August 2010, Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College, Darlington was delighted to report high numbers of students attaining the new A* grade, a grade awarded for gaining over 90% in all second pleasing that year exam units. It was particularly an absolutely – es grad A* 4 8 QE students gained following a re, ever How ent! evem achi phenomenal amson was Willi mark of a Chemistry paper, Andrew highest the him e mad awarded 5 A* grades which one of the as well as ege, Coll the achieving student in ! country best qualified young people in the Andrew explains: to find I had “Opening my results, I was thrilled logy, French Geo hy, grap Geo l Leve A A* grades in pleased with even and the Extended Project and was ed at the look I n whe But, the straight A in Chemistry. just one was I that d foun I il, deta Chemistry marks in When I ark. a re-m mark off an A* so decided to have into well ks, mar 7 got the re-mark back it went up by es.” grad A* 5 the A* category, giving me family to go to Andrew is the first member of his ege, Cambridge university and is now at Girton Coll ington and Darl in reading Geography. He lives re doing his befo ool Sch tt skno attended Hummer ’ QE. A Levels at Tim Fisher, Principal of QE, adds: he couldn’t have “Andrew’s results were stunning – dedication paid and k wor hard His er. done any bett g academic erin off and I am sure he will have a glitt career at Cambridge.” , Vane Terrace, Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College Darlington DL3 8RT Tel: 01325 461315 enquiry@qeliz.ac.uk

Colourful future ahead for Dulux apprentice Dan Emery Eighteen year old Dan Emery left school with ten GCSEs and went on to college to study Public Services, with the ambition of joining the Police Force. However, despite completing his course with a triple distinction, Dan was forced to reconsider his career path due to government cutbacks as recruitment opportunities within the Police Force were limited. This led him to Dulux Decorator Centres where he secured a position as a Customer Service Assistant and is now studying towards his NVQ Level 2 in Customer Service with training provider Intraining. Dan is doing really well and is due to complete ahead of schedule. Although this wasn’t Dan’s first choice of career he is really enjoying his role with Dulux and is keen to progress within the company. “I’m really enjoying my Apprenticeship”, said Dan. “I love interacting with the customers and every day is different. Having the chance to work and gain a qualification was something that really interested me because I want to achieve in whatever I do. Although my original plan to be a police officer didn’t happen, I am still doing something worthwhile and acquiring new skills that I can use anywhere.” Dan’s manager said, “I think Apprenticeships are a great opportunity for people to learn and gain a recognised qualification. We have a new team member and Dan is already sharing his knowledge and showing them what to do. He’s a real asset to the team”. For more information visit: www.intraining.co.uk/apprenticeships Tel: 0845 602 9747

Apprentices –– keeping keeping the the country country moving moving Apprentices 33 million million vehicles vehicles of of all all types types travelling travelling the the equivalent equivalent 33 of 12.5 12.5 million million times times round round the the world world each each year. year. of To keep keep these these vehicles vehicles serviced, serviced, repaired repaired and and moving, moving, To the Retail Motor Industry employs 600,000 skilled the Retail Motor Industry employs 600,000 skilled individuals throughout throughout the the UK. UK. Each Each year year apprentices apprentices individuals are recruited to ensure that skilled personnel continue are recruited to ensure that skilled personnel continue to join join the the industry. industry. to Do you you want want to to get get paid paid at at the the same same time time as as Do developing the skills required to work in the Motor developing the skills required to work in the Motor Industry and and also also achieve achieve nationally nationally recognised recognised Industry qualifications? qualifications? the answer answer is is ‘Yes’ ‘Yes’ then then you you should should apply apply for for an an IfIf the apprenticeship with with Remit Remit apprenticeship As the the training training arm arm of of the the Retail Retail Motor Motor Industry, Industry, Remit Remit As has Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship has Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship opportunities throughout throughout the the country country in in aa range range of of opportunities skilled occupations. skilled occupations. Choose from from Service Service Technician Technician (Light (Light or or Heavy Heavy Choose Vehicle), Motor Motor Cycle Cycle Technician, Technician, Body Body Repair, Repair, Vehicle), Vehicle Paint, Auto Electrician, Tyre/Exhaust Fitter, Vehicle Paint, Auto Electrician, Tyre/Exhaust Fitter, Parts Consultant, Consultant, Vehicle Vehicle Sales, Sales, Service Service Advisor, Advisor, and and Parts Business Administration. Administration. Business You will will be be employed employed as as an an apprentice apprentice at at aa company company You close to to your your home, home, and and Remit Remit will will plan plan and and deliver deliver close your training through a selected College of Further your training through a selected College of Further Education in in your your area area or or through through structured structured training training at at Education your workplace. workplace. your

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MOTOR VEHICLE SECTOR There are many rewarding career paths for people who love cars

Job opportunities are growing faster here than in any other part of the UK

Home to Nissan Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd

Vocational training is the best way to get into this sector And the moneyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s good... so why not consider a career working in the motor vehicle industry?

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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. 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 is about fixing the insides of a car (like electrics or structure) and paint work is about sprucing up the outside of the car, like fresh paint to make everything look like new again. 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. 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. 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.

NORTH EAST focus The North East actually has the smallest share of employees in this sector, but there are still thousands of people employed in this sector here, so don’t rule it out as a career prospect. Whilst in other regions the amount of motor employment has declined, our region has seen an increase in employment in this sector which has created more career opportunities than there once was.

Fast facts:

• Around 21,000 people are employed in this motor vehicle here • There are 2410 workplaces in the motor vehicle sector based in our region • Home to Nissan Motor Manufacturing (UK) Ltd and Evans Halshaw • This sector contributes around £1 billion to the regions economy ever year

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Want to find a course in Motor Vehicles in the North East? Then turn to page 52 to find out how to access your local 14-19 prospectus. It will tell you who’s offering what course in your local area, or you could visit www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk

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Working on vehicles with like-minded people is hard to beat Mark Lorrain Remit apprentice – Service Technician After leaving school, Mark, 20 had attended full time college courses for three years and worked in the retail industry for a year before commencing his apprenticeship at MPC Basingstoke. Mark had achieved a National Diploma in Motor Vehicle Technology at college but the apprenticeship gave him the opportunity to learn practical skills and the chance to pick up knowledge from experienced and skilled colleagues. Mark feels this has proved more beneficial than the full time classroom delivery at college. Mark completed his Level 3 apprenticeship qualifications in November 2009 through Remit. Mark was fortunate to find an apprenticeship at 20 – most apprentices start between the ages of 16 and 18. At MPC, Mark is typically involved in servicing vehicles but also does most of the welding work that needs to be done in the company. He has now also become a qualified MOT tester. Outside work, Mark has just bought his own house so most of his spare time is devoted to this. For more information about Remit contact: apprenticeships@remit.co.uk 0845 839 9200 www.remit.co.uk

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BUSINESS & FINANCE SECTOR Highflying careers

Money makes the world go round!

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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 in the financial capital of the world! 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: £14,000 - £17,000.

Banking

The world would screech to a halt without banks. We need them to 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 advisers helps 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.

NORTH EAST focus The North East has a number of big finance sector employees including Barclaycard, Northern Rock and Newcastle building society. The types of roles here include accountants, book keepers, service employees and wage clerks. This sector seems to attract more women than men in our region.

Fast Facts

• In the North East 83,600 people are employed in 1,200 companies • 3% of the UK’s finance sector employees are in the North East. • Over 33,000 employed in finance and accountancy . • The majority of people work full-time in this sector.

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Get qualified! While many people in this sector have university degrees, you can get into the industry with vocational courses and progress on the job.

Young Apprenticeship

If you’re in Year 10 or 11, you could experience workplace life in business and finance with this two-year vocational learning programme. You’ll spend two days a week on the programme and the rest in school as usual. This is a great way to build a strong foundation before moving on to an Apprenticeship at 16. The benefits: You’ll get a level 2 vocational qualification, work experience and the skills that employers are looking for.

14-19 Diploma in Business, Administration and Finance

This qualification gives you the chance to develop the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in business, or to progress onto further/higher education. The course gives you a look into the many different careers within the sector. The benefits: You’ll learn more about the industry and become qualified to get a job or move on to further education.

Apprenticeships

There are several Apprenticeships that will get you qualified in this sector. The Business & 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. The benefits: You’ll earn a salary while picking up the right qualifications for the job.

A-level traineeships

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 gain two professional qualifications in four years. For more information, visit www.icaew.com/careers. The benefits: By the time your friends are finished university, you’ll be qualified and able to command a good salary.

PUBLICITY PAYS Rachel Leadston’s many years enjoying all things equestrian had real potential to turn her hobby into a full-time job but, after lots of serious consideration following her GCSE’s, decided an apprenticeship in administration offered the job opportunities she aspired to. With this major decision taken, the next step was to find a training provider and employer offering Rachel an opportunity to demonstrate her potential. Fully supported by ITEC North East, this proved to be a massive hurdle as in every interview, employers were looking for previous experience, and even though Rachel explained her responsibilities and the skills she’d gained during years working at her local stables, success remained elusive. Not to be deterred, and with the bit between her teeth, Rachel placed a free advert in the local Evening Gazette advertising herself to potential employers as an honest, reliable apprentice looking for an opportunity to prove herself in the workplace – and it worked!! Her ad appeared in the right place, at the right time and was spotted by an HR employee at Archers Law, one of Stockton’s longest established law practices who contacted Rachel and arranged an interview. Rachel’s initiative paid off, her interview was successful and since June 2010 she’s been working as a Central Support Services Assistant gaining many new skills and invaluable experience using a range of MS Windows applications including Word and Excel. Julie Bradshaw, Office Manager with Archers Law readily confirms Rachel’s involvement in a number of projects for various departments to develop her skills and provide valuable evidence for her NVQ Level 2, delivered by ITEC North East, which Rachel has recently completed. For more information please contact ITEC NE on 01642 232550 / 01325 320052 / 0191 4904670 or visit www.itecne.co.uk

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TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY SECTOR You don’t have to work 9-5 in an office

You could take the first career step that Jamie Oliver took

There are careers that can take you around the world More than half of the people in this sector are between 16 and 28. So why not get into one of the UK’s largest, most popular (and fun!) sectors?

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TRAVEL & HOSPITALITY Fancy a career where you help people enjoy themselves, with opportunities to travel in the UK and abroad? Then look no further than the travel and hospitality sector... This is one of the most popular sectors. In our country alone, it employs nearly 2.1 million people and covers a range of industries from restaurants and hotels to tour operators and nightclubs. People working in this industry arrange our holidays, cook for us in restaurants, serve drinks at the bar, lead our tours, and more. It’s a buzzing, exciting sector with many opportunities to work in the UK and abroad. In fact, businesses in this industry take on close to 15,000 new apprentices each year. Here are some of the major areas within travel and hospitality:

Travel services

These are the travel agents and tour operators who help people book their holidays. They work in both call centres and high street travel agencies (like Thomas Cook, STA Travel), advising people on anything from flight schedules and tour packages to travel insurance and visa infomation. Good customer service is an essential part of this career. Earnings: Salaries start between £11,000 and £14,000 a year.

Catering

This is all about professional cooking – for restaurants, takeaways, canteens, pubs, cafes and anywhere else that boasts a menu. It’s an industry that rewards hard work and ambition. After all, Jamie Oliver started out as a cooking apprentice. Earnings: Salaries start between £10,000 and £13,000 a year.

Air cabin crew

Fancy a career up in the air? These are the people who make sure we’re comfortable and safe during flights. The perks are lots of free travel and a career that’s always on the go. Earnings: Salaries start between £14,000 and £16,000 a year.

Bars & waitstaff

We Brits love to go out. This is the perfect industry for people who like to get out there and mingle. Bar and waitstaff work ‘front of house’ in restaurants, pubs and nightclubs and serve customers. It’s all about good customer service...and the tips of course! Earnings: Salaries start between £9,000 and £12,000 a year (plus tips).

Hotels & resorts

It takes a lot of people to run a successful hotel – the receptionists who check in guests, the housekeeper who keeps the sheets crisp, the reservations assistant who makes bookings, the porter who ferries luggage to the room. This industry covers work in hostels, caravan parks and holiday park too. Earnings: Salaries start between £10,000 and £13,000 a year.

Get qualified! There are plenty of vocational courses for this sector…

Young Apprenticeships

This vocational learning programme is open to Year 10 and 11 students. You’ll spend two days a week on the Apprenticeship programme (you’ll study the National Curriculum the rest of the week) and do 50 days of work experience in the industry. The benefit: You’ll get an early headstart in this sector and be able to progress to an Apprenticeship.

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are the recommended route into this sector. (It’s how Jamie Oliver started.) You’ll get a job with an employer and do half your learning on the job, and half in the classroom with a college or training provider. There are Apprenticeships in hospitality and catering; travel and tourism; and air cabin crew. The benefit: You’ll earn a salary while you get a qualification and have excellent career progression.

14-19 Diploma in Travel and Tourism

This course gives you a broad overview of knowledge that can be applied to a career in this sector. You might learn about travel services, travel events, tour guiding and tourist attractions. The benefit: After completing the Diploma, you could get an Apprenticeship, progress to another course, or start working in the industry.

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CASE STUDY Catering students TRY their hand at cooking for The Falcons A group of college hospitality and catering students were recently invited to help out with corporate hospitality at Kingston Park, home to the Newcastle Falcons. The East Durham College students, aged 16 and above, were asked if theyíd like to join the rugby club’s catering team to help provide catering and front of house support at the Aviva Premiership game against the Exeter Chiefs. The 10 students became part of the Falcon’s catering team managed by Operations Manager Giacomo Pieri. ìThe students can gain a huge range of experiences and skills working these types of events. It gets them out of the education environment and straight into the high pressure world of corporate hospitality,î said Giacomo. The students worked in the clubís kitchens, restaurants and executive boxes - helping cater for over 600 delegates, including the players and their families. Sharon Flower, Programme Leader for Catering, added: We felt this event would provide valuable experience not only for our students but also the College catering staff who came along too. The evening was extremely busy and gave the students a great insight into corporate hospitality. One we hope to repeat. For more information contact East Durham College, Peterlee Campus: Tel: 0191 518 8222 www.eastdurham.ac.uk

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THE TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS SECTOR Want a career thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s always moving fast?

The world would screech to a halt without this sector

You could help bands get to gigs on time This is an important sector with lots of opportunities for all!

Drive lorries, trains, vans and motorcycles across the country

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TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS It’s all about movement – passengers travelling from A to B, goods being transported across the country, letters being sent across town, imports arriving in our ports from other countries...it’s truly a fast-moving industry! This diverse sector deals with the efficient movement of people and goods. It can be broken down into two major areas: ‘Transport’, which covers the people moving side of things like buses, trains, taxis, aeroplanes and the Underground – and ‘Logistics,’ which covers the movement of goods and products across the country and abroad. The UK transport industry is absolutely huge – it employs over 560,000 people across the different subsectors. Our logistics industry is worth £14.5 billion and employs around 2.3 million people in over 195,000 companies. Both transport and logistics industries require skilled mechanics to keep the vehicles running, drivers to operate the vehicles safely, and organised people behind the scenes keeping the whole operation running to schedule. Here are some of the main areas within this sector:

Rail transport operations

It’s no simple feat to keep our railway network running to schedule – we need people to drive the trains, take fares, assist customers, operate the signals and more. You could work for the Underground or above ground. Earnings: Around £13,000 a year.

Airports

It takes more than pilots to keep plane passengers safe – air traffic controllers help planes land safely and baggage handlers make sure luggage reaches the right destination. Earnings: Between £14,000 and £17,000 a year.

Engineering and maintenance

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

Mail services

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

Driving & carrying goods

This covers the transport and delivery of goods by both light vehicles (like motorcycles and van) and large goods vehicles (like lorries). Large goods vehicle driving requires a special type of driving license. Earnings: Between £10,500 and £12,500 a year.

Warehouse & storage

An essential part of transport and logistics, this area deals with the movement and storage of goods. It involves more than just lifting and moving things around – it takes organisation skills to manage inventory and specialist skills to operate forklifts and other machinery. Earnings: Around £13,000 a year.

North East focus Transport and logistics is quite a large sector in the North East and is expected to grow over the coming years. Combining new jobs and those that need replacement employees, for example after retire ment, there is an expected 29,000 jobs to fill by 201 7, like the sound of those odds? There are a variety of roles to suit different people including supply chain man agement, cargo handling, warehouse and storage and various modes of transport like road, sea and rail.

Fast facts:

• 5% of the region’s workforce is employed in this sector • The wholesale sub-sector employs the most people in the sector- 44% in fact • Freight transport by road accounts for 18% of employment in the sector, as does national post activities • The most common role in this sect or is as a heavy goods vehicle driver

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CASE STUDY GoSkills’ Awards winners

Get qualified!

Rail Apprentice, Liam O’Donovan

There are plenty of vocational courses for this sector…

So why did you choose to do an Apprenticeship? I looked at all my options for further education before deciding on an Apprenticeship over university. Obviously university tuition fees are constantly rising but mostly I liked the practical aspect that an apprenticeship can offer. You work and study at the same time so you are learning a life-long skill from day one.

Young Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships are the recommended route into this sector. You’ll get a job with an employer and do half your learning on the job, and half in the classroom with a college or training provider. There are Apprenticeships in all of the areas listed at the start of this article. Visit the links below for more information. The benefit: You’ll earn a salary while you get a qualification and have excellent career progression.

14-19 Diploma in Retail Business If you want to explore this sector without taking the plunge into a job right away, this Diploma could be the way forward. The course gives you the knowledge that can be applied to a career in this sector. You might learn about customer service, supply chain management or marketing. The benefit: After completing the Diploma, you could get an Apprenticeship, progress to another course, or start working in the industry.

Why Communications? That was simple, I have always been fascinated with IT infrastructure, so it was an obvious choice for me. What does the apprenticeship involve? It involves maintaining public addresses, fire alarm systems, tunnel telephones, fire brigade radio, electronic services update boards and clocks. These are all systems that often go unnoticed but are essential for stations to operate safely and efficiently. After completing your apprenticeship, what position will you hold? I will be a Senior Technician. This is because I also completed an optional HNC course in Electronic and Electrical Engineering, completing the first year with a distinction. My employer is very supportive of personal development and thoroughly encourages further learning. I am also about to start additional training in Working at Heights, Asbestos Awareness and First Aid at Work. What are your career goals? I plan on working my way up through the grade of engineers, ultimately becoming Technical officer within a few years.

links – find out about the Diploma in Retail Business Usefulnretailb usiness.com www.diplomai www.deliveringyourfuture.co.uk – all about careers in Logistics www.goskills.org – the Sector Skills Council for Transport www.skillsforlogistics.org – the Sector Skills Council for Logistics www.slblogistics.co.uk - SLB Logistics’ Apprenticeship Training Agency www.careersbox.co.uk - careers films on the web

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FOOD AND DRINK SECTOR Food and drink is the largest manufacturing sector in the UK

The sector is looking to hire 137,000 new recruits over the next few years

Food and drink manufacturing in the UK is a world leader

Our regional sector is growing 3-times faster than the rest of the country There are opportunities waiting for you...... 33

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FOOD & DRINK Want to taste success in the country’s largest manufacturing sector? The North East food and drink sector is booming, and it needs new recruits like you! Take a walk down the aisles of your local supermarket and you’ll see the handiwork of the food and drink industry: McVities biscuits, Weetabix cereal, Coca Cola, Cadbury’s chocolate...all of these familiar products were made by the food and drink manufacturing industry. We’d be hungry without it! This sector is about taking what’s grown by farmers and transforming it into our favourite foods. It takes a lot of people working together to make this happen, which means loads of career paths on offer. Depending on what you like to do, you could be processing ingredients, fixing machines on the production floor, processing meat or testing product quality.

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Centre for vacancies in the industry. Check your local newspaper or Job w. in Food and Drink website, too (ww There are jobs listed on the Careers careersinfoodanddrink.co.uk).

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NORTH EAST focus The North East is home to a number of big food and drink brands including Phileas Fogg, Tetley and Quorn so there’s something for all tastes here. It is expected that the North East will need thousands of new recruits for this sector in the next 7 years or so, which means plenty of career opportunities for you.

Fast facts

• 14,000 people are employed in this sector in the North East • There are around 400 food and drink manufacturing workplaces in the region • Bakery is by far the biggest food and drink manufacture sub-sector • The majority of food and drink employment here is in County Durham and Stockton

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If you want to learn a trade for life, CE Electric UK offers powerful opportunities. The electricity distribution industry literally lights up people’s lives – in our case, 3.8 million homes and businesses. And it’s an industry that’s constantly evolving, so you’ll always find new challenges and opportunities here. We’re seeking hands on, practical individuals who love working outdoors and as part of a skilled team to join our Apprentice Programme. You’ll be the future of our business, so we’ll give you all the power you need to develop an exciting career: Our apprentices are trained in one of these three crafts: Overhead Linesman – construct and maintain overhead electricity lines Underground Cable Jointer – install and connect underground electricity cables Electrical Substation Fitter – install and maintain electrical plant and equipment You’ll enjoy a great mix of practical experience, on-the-job training and college study, leading to recognised qualifications. Prove yourself, and you’ll gain a permanent job. Our electricity distribution network covers northeast England, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire, so you’ll find yourself working in all sorts of places – from inner city homes to country fields, so you will not only get involved in a wide variety of tasks, but will also enjoy the benefit of a varied working environment. Find out about the power you could harness and apply online at www.ce-electricukcareers.com Closing date: Friday 22nd April 2011. Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability. CE Electric UK recruits on ability and ability alone.

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IMAGINE A CAREER... Making a difference in peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s life

Cooking five-star meals

Restoring houses to their former glory Caring for animals

Saving the Investing Organising planet holidays peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s money Fitting Developing websites

Leading outdoor expeditions

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YOUR CAREER, YOUR CHOICE Wondering what else is out there? Take a look at some of the other sectors in the North East 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

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. One of the most popular ways into this career is the Construction Apprenticeship Scheme, which takes two years for a Level 2 award, plus 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: Young Apprenticeship, Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment, Construction Apprenticeship.

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. Jobs: graphic designer, web designer, production assistant, editing assistant, photographer assistant. Salary: starting between £13,000 and £17,000. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Creative Apprenticeships, Diploma in Creative and Media.

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 a year. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship in Business & Administration, Diploma in Business, Administration and Finance, Apprenticeships.

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Energy & Renewable

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: Young Apprenticeships in the Utilities Sector, Apprenticeships.

Engineering

At the heart of every technological advance is an engineer. Chemical engineers create drugs to treat diseases; civil engineers design our railways and roads; and aerospace engineers design aircraft. Engineers use problem solving and and imagination to come up with answers to problems. The main challenge is doing more with less and figuring out how to 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 a year. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Engineering.

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 to help them lead fuller lives. 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: Young Apprenticeship, Diploma in Society, Health & Development, Apprenticeships.

Hair & Beauty

This industry is all about helping people look good and feel even 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: Young Apprenticeship, Diploma in Hair & Beauty, Apprenticeships.

IT & Telecoms

From mobile phones and satellite TV to broadband and fibre optics, IT & Telecoms are a major part of life – it helps us keep in touch with our friends, stay entertained, conduct business and more. The IT side of things is all about computers and information systems – designing them, developing them, making them, selling them and installing them. 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. Job roles: IT trainer, helpdesk assistant, telecoms technician, customer service representative. Salary: starting £16,000 - £20,000 for IT and £12,000 - £15,000 for Telecoms. Qualifications: Apprenticeships, Diploma in IT.

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: Young Apprenticeship, Manufacturing Apprenticeship, Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design.

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Environmental & Land-based

Public Services

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 – creating and maintaining designed landscapes, like sports turf, gardens and parks. Agriculture – work in farms, dairies and companies that supply the industry. Animal care – handling and caring for animals, from small domestic pets to wildlife. Environmental conservation – finding solutions that will lead to a more sustainable, healthy environment. Land-based engineering – the design, manufacture and maintenance of agricultural equipment. Salary: starting between £12,000 and £18,000. Landscape engineers make between £20,000 and £26,000 a year. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Environmental and Land based Studies.

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: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Public Services.

Retail

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

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: Young Apprenticeship in Sports Management, Leadership and Coaching; Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure; Apprenticeships.

Store operations: assisting customers on the shop floor. Buying: buying products to sell in the shop from designers and wholesalers. Visual merchandising: creating visual window and store displays. Management: overseeing the operations of the entire shop. Job roles: sales assistant, visual merchandiser, team leader, buyer. Salary: starting between £12,000 and £18,000 a year. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Retail Business, Employer sponsored traineeships.

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Want to find a course in one of these sectors? Then turn to page 52 to find out how to access your local 14-19 prospectus. It will tell you who’s offering what in your local area.

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NORTH EAST APPRENTICESHIP COMPANY HITS THE GREEN BUTTON WITH NEW APPRENTICESHIP INITIATIVE

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The North East Apprenticeship Company (NEAC) is launching an initiative to recruit new apprentices for ‘green’ training places. The programme is aimed at finding potential young apprentices for future employment specifically in the environmental sector. Planned job roles will include environmental officer, carbon manager and energy champion working in all industrial sectors as well as recycling, waste disposal and pollution control. The move comes as the environmental sector is expanding due to increasing concern about climate change and pollution and will see NEAC working towards becoming the first organisation of its type to achieve an environment award from the Environmental Academy. The Gateshead-based academy is a national training and consultancy company which provides support on environmental, quality, energy and health and safety issues. It was established to help industry, commerce and the education sector to meet growing demands of new legislation in these areas, offering consultancy services for people working in the environmental sector or looking to CPD with professional tuition. The first new NEAC apprenticeship to be launched, in partnership with the Environmental Academy, will be for apprentice environmental management administrators with green apprentices starting work very soon. Training will be delivered in partnership with Gateshead College and those who participate will, as part of their apprenticeship, help employers find new ways of reducing their carbon footprint – as well as assisting them in working towards achieving internationally recognised quality standards like ISO 14001. Apprentices will learn how to undertake, for instance, green audits for their employers as part of the skills training they receive. This will enable them to identify areas where improvements can be made, boosting their employers’ environmental credentials and helping them reduce carbon emissions and recycle more. As part of the move, NEAC will be offering a free consultation service to help employers improve their carbon footprint NEAC aims to create over 1000 new apprentice jobs in the

North East over the next few years. Almost 150 companies have signed up with the NEAC since it was launched and more than 400 potential apprentices have registered for placements. As well as handling the recruitment and selection of young people for apprentice placements NEAC provides an HR function for its candidates and delivers their training through locally-based providers. Managing director Paul Champion said: “The green job market is growing due to increasing concern about climate change and pollution, and as a result tighter regulations are affecting more businesses than ever before. “We have partnered with the Environmental Academy to support green apprenticeships and encourage business growth through environmental training and awareness. ”With this partnership we will screen and select the right ‘green’ apprentices to undergo government funded training to ensure they have the skills that will benefit each individual company.” Rita Callendar, managing director of the Environmental Academy, said: “We are very pleased to be working with the NEAC on this innovative new programme. “For a company hiring a green apprentice the benefits are great. This is an opportunity for the business to show a first step taken towards showing environmental management expertise or to enhance their existing arrangements. “The green apprentice, while working and training, will also help the company achieve an Enviro Award. “And the apprentice gets the opportunity to qualify in a role that will fit a growing job market in Green careers.” More about NEAC at www.neapprenticeship.co.uk or email info@neapprenticeship.co.uk Tel: 0191 490 2453.

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SPOTLIGHT ON THE NORTH EAST The most exciting, beautiful and friendly region in the whole of England* Fastest growing Creative sector in the country

Home to major national employers like Orange and the NHS Employers invest more in training than any other region

Top colleges and training providers

World leader in cutting edge technology

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YOUR REGION Wondering what else is out there? Take a look at some of the major opportunities in the North East

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County Durham County Durham has a world-class Science, Engineering and Technology sector. Some of the most exciting leading edge technologies in the world are under development in Durham across fields such as nanotechnology, microelectronics and stem cell research. Sedgefield has one of the most advanced science and business parks in the UK. It’s not all about science, though. Like the the other parts of the North East, Leisure & Tourism plays a big part of Durham’s local economy. Key Places: Durham, Darlington, Bishop Auckland Key Sectors: Engineering & Manufacturing; Leisure & Tourism Key employers: Durham County Council, NHS, Durham University, GlaxoSmithKline 14-19 prospectus: www.durham.futures4me.co.uk

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Tyneside st growing North Tyneside has one of the faste It’s home to the . East business scenes in the North big names ses hou h whic , UK’s largest office park ing Society, Build le cast New ble, Gam like Proctor & and Orange. t beautiful South Tyneside has some of the mos e to start plac t grea a also It’s . land beaches in Eng ring, inee your career, with key industries of Eng ices. serv ore offsh Manufacturing, ship-repair and too! ing, grow is or sect The Leisure & Tourism s& Key sectors: IT & Telecoms, Busines & Tourism, ure Leis , Finance, Health & Social Care Construction Orange, Key employers: Procter & Gamble, iety Soc ing Build le cast New orted.org.uk, 14-19 prospectuses: www.get-it-s www.ST19.net

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United by its seve n bridges and spec tacular riverscape, Newcastle & Gates head is an importa nt business centre cultural centre of and the North East. Ne wcastle & Gateshe has a vibrant night ad life, shopping, cultu re and high profile sporting events lik e the Great North Run. There are the most career and learning opportunities in this area. Key sectors: Man ufacturing, IT & Te lecoms, Business & Finance, Health & Social Care, Le isure & Tourism, Construction Key employers: The Sage Group, Newcastle City Co uncil 14-19 prospectus es: www.newcas tleroutes.co.uk, www.gatesheadpr ospectus.co.uk

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This city by the se a has plenty of ca reer opportunities in m otor manufacturin g and on the cutting edge of Cr eative, Digital & M edia. The city is fast becoming a digital centre of ex cellence with organisations like Codeworks and Su nderland Software City. Su nderland is also ho me to Nissan, Europe’s most effi cient car plant. Su nderland is a hub of research an d development in the car industry. 14-19 prospectus : www.sun1419.ne t

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Training that really pays. If you’re over 16 years old and not in full time education, an Apprenticeship from City of Sunderland College could be your perfect route in to work! Our Apprenticeship programme builds your initial skills in to official qualifications to make sure you’re fully equipped to work in your chosen vocational area. Current Apprenticeship opportunities include: • Business and Administration • Customer Service • Tele Sales • Leadership and Management • Accountancy • Joinery • Bricklaying • Painting and Decorating • Electrical Engineering • Catering • Motor Vehicle Maintenance & Motor Vehicle Refinishing • Hairdressing • Beauty Therapy We even provide apprenticeships for people already in work, helping employees learn the skills to help take their business further.

To find out more about apprenticeships from City of Sunderland College call 0191 511 6000 or email marketing@citysun.ac.uk

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LEARN IN THE NORTH EAST 89% of 16 to 17-year-olds are either learning or training in the North East. That’s 1% higher than the national average!

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A Post-16 Apprenticeship* is a combination of on the job training and classroom learning which includes a National Vocational Qualification (NVQ), Technical Certificate and Key Skills, giving you a well rounded qualification which can lead to a rewarding, long-term and varied career in a growing sector.

Social care is a growing sector with many diverse roles. People are living longer and expect and have a right to live their lives how they choose creating more independence and choice. Social care offers care and support to people: with learning disabilities with physical disabilities with visual and or hearing impairments who are older who may have mental health issues who have drug, alcohol and substance dependencies who live independently in their own homes who live in residential settings

An apprenticeship in social care gives you the opportunity to develop your own unique career path to suit your needs and ambitions, enhancing your current skills as well as gaining new ones.

No two days are the same in social care. Job variety, flexible hours and the satisfaction of helping others are what attract many social care staff to the sector.

for a brighter future, think social care apprenticeships for more information visit: www.skillsforcare.org.uk/apprenticeships *Post-16 Apprenticeships are open to all ages above 16. Whilst employers have their own recruitment criteria, notably CRB checks, apprentices also must be employed a minimum of 16 hours per week.

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ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIPS – JUST THE JOB! Are you considering a career in engineering and would like to learn and earn? If so, then an engineering Apprenticeship could be just the job!

anufacturing and engineering is an extremely broad field, so there’s a range hips to choose from. ntices of Appre Some of the main industries covered include aviation, car production, energy, textiles, food, furniture, glass, metals and printing. All of these industries (and others) require complex machinery that needs to be designed, built and maintained – which is what you’ll learn about on an engineering Apprenticeship. Engineers come in all shapes and sizes, specialising in particular areas, such as construction and electronics. Manual and technical skills are important and maths, IT and science are often relevant. You need to be good at following instructions and working as part of a team, but engineers in particular often need to use their own initiative to solve problems. If you’d like to see for yourself whether an engineering Apprenticeship could be for you try out the Engineering Apprenticeship Career Matching Tool, launched by Jaguar Land Rover, BAE Systems and Rolls Royce, to help you make an informed choice.

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It includes a quiz, links to complim entary resources, as well as a wide range of video-clips from current apprentice s working for BAE Systems, Jaguar Land Rover and Rolls-Royce. These vide os have been designed to answer com monlyasked questions, and give you a real idea of what life as an apprentice is rea lly like. You will also receive your own per sonalised feedback and guidance report. The online tool can be found at http://engineeringtool.apprenticeship s.org.uk/ Alternatively, if you are considering an Apprenticeship but not sure which one, view the ‘Types of Apprenticeship s’ section at apprenticeships.org.uk which has information on nearly 200 typ es of Apprenticeships suitable for hundre ds of job roles.

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a Gray Engineering Apprentice Laurthat’s taking is 20 years old, with a career her to new heights. ber Laura Gray is one of a growing num e valu of young women who see the ld in taking an Apprenticeship at a wor yce. s-Ro class company such as Roll As a Mechanical Engineering apprentice, Laura joined RollsRoyce after completing an Electrical Engineering Course at Darlington e College. The course gave Laura a tast ided for engineering and so she dec to follow this through by applying to Rolls-Royce: “I applied to Rolls-Royce because its engineering reputation made it the obvious choice so it was the only company I applied to for an Apprenticeship. I felt like doing hanical Engineering”, Laura said. something different and found it in Mec s based at the company’s ago and is part of the rotatives busines Laura joined Rolls-Royce two years marine engines. She operates ture of rotatives for a range of aero and Sunderland site. Her job is the manufac ing in turning, milling and grinding. extensive practical and academic train multi-million pound equipment following hanical Engineering and VTEC and HNC qualifications in Mec Since joining, Laura has gained ONC to day job, Laura also takes part in ing qualifications. As well as her day undertaken various NVQ and other train ect management skills. h help develop her leadership and proj community and charity projects whic the visually impaired at the a project to build a sensory garden for for At the present time she is involved in -month period and should be ready being designed and built over a nine Washington Wetlands. The garden is use in November 2011. to shape the end product.” different and hands-on, it means I get She said: “I love my role because it’s chose an Apprenticeship instead of ouraging others to consider it. Laura Her love of her role extends into enc brilliant, I have gained qualifications ds did: “My Apprenticeship has been going to university as a lot of her frien best work they can. of a team dedicated to producing the and work-experience whilst being part s-Royce has given me experience, joining the Apprenticeship scheme. Roll “I definitely made the right choice in looking at career choices should I love to do. I think any young person skills and qualifications and a job that consider an Apprenticeship.”

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USEFUL LINKS DIRECTORY ONLINE 14-19 PROSPECTUSES

MAJOR COLLEGES

County Durham www.durham.futures4me.co.uk

Bishop Auckland College www.bacoll.ac.uk

Darlington www.futures4meindarlington.com

CITY OF SUNDERLAND COLLEGE www.citysun.ac.uk

Gateshead www.gatesheadprospectus.co.uk

Cleveland College of Art & Design www.ccad.ac.uk

Hartlepool www.pools1419.net

Darlington College www.darlington.ac.uk

Middlesbrough www.next4me.co.uk

Derwentside College www.derwentside.ac.uk

Newcastle upon Tyne www.newcastleroutes.co.uk

EAST DURHAM COLLEGE www.eastdurham.ac.uk

North Tyneside www.get-it-sorted.org.uk

Gateshead College www.gateshead.ac.uk

Northumberland www.my-steps.co.uk

Hartlepool College www.hartlepoolfe.ac.uk

Redcar and Cleveland www.rc.futures4me.co.uk

Middlesbrough College www.mbro.ac.uk

South Tyneside www.ST19.net

New College Durham www.newcollegedurham.ac.uk

Stockton-on-Tees www.campusstockton.org

NEWCASTLE COLLEGE www.ncl-coll.ac.uk

Sunderland www.sun1419.net

Northumberland College www.northumberland.ac.uk Redcar & Cleveland College www.cleveland.ac.uk South Tyneside College www.stc.ac.uk STOCKTON RIVERSIDE COLLEGE www.stockton.ac.uk Tyne Metropolitan College www.tynemet.ac.uk

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Darlington Borough Council www.darlington.gov.uk

Careers Advice careersadvice.direct.gov.uk

Durham County Council www.durham.gov.uk

Connexions Direct www.connexions-direct.com/

Gateshead Council www.gateshead.gov.uk

Jobcentre Plus www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk

Hartlepool Borough Council www.hartlepool.gov.uk

Jobs 4U www.connexions-direct.com/jobs4u/

Middlesbrough Council www.middlesbrough.gov.uk

National Apprenticeship Service www.apprenticeships.org.uk

Newcastle City Council www.newcastle.gov.uk/

Need 2 Know www.need2know.co.uk

North Tyneside Council www.northtyneside.gov.uk

Skill www.skill.org.uk

Northumberland County Council www.northumberland.gov.uk

Work Experience www.work-experience.org

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