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JOBS AND S P I H S IC E
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This is an exciting virtual programme, to help young people feel confident in making job applications. This is ideal for anyone aged 18-24 looking for a career in a business oriented discipline.
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You don't have to choose between starting your career or studying towards a degree. You can enjoy the best of both worlds on Morrisons' apprenticeship programmes.
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Join PwC from Monday 16th November where you will hear inspirational stories each day on key Diversity and Inclusion topics from some of their incredible people
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The UK Intelligence Agencies protect the UK from a range of threats. We offer individuals with a passion for tech the chance to work with advanced software - earning while you learn.
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We’ve got our virtual Spotlight event happening next week on 5th November for year 12 and 13 students. Spotlight on EY – Apprenticeships and Business Academy Launching this year for the first time is our EY Spotlight Series. If you’re thinking about an Apprenticeship, we will give you all the information you need, around what we do at EY and the Apprenticeship options available. Different areas of our business will run talks and Q&A’s with current EY Apprentices. The Student Recruitment team will also deliver sessions on our programmes, the Application Process and Demystifying Apprenticeships. We will also have a session specifically about our Year 12/S5 Business Academy work experience programme. Date: 5 November, 2020 Time: 16.00-18.30pm Link: bit.ly/eyspotlightschools
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Please make sure you check Teams daily for all of the opportunities available
NEW ON TEAMS THIS WEEK 3Y2: Airbus. Aerospace Virtual Experience. Application deadline 23rd November PA Consulting: Tech Digital Masterclass. Application deadline 9th November Forage. Virtual Work Experience for those 18+ years of age. Different sectors, Law, business, engineering, digital technology, banking etc. The Lawyer Portal: TLP Aspire for students interested in law; TLP Apprenticeship Conference
NEW ON TEAMS THIS WEEK 3y1: Airbus. Aerospace Virtual Experience. Application deadline 23rd November NHS Free Live Virtual Work Experience. Limited spaces APPLY ASAP The Lawyer Portal: TLP Aspire for students interested in law; TLP Apprenticeship Conference A2L3: Airbus. Aerospace Virtual Experience. Application deadline 23rd November NHS Free Live Virtual Work Experience. Limited spaces apply asap The Lawyer Portal: TLP Aspire for students interested in law More to follow here and make sure you check your Teams
webinars free to attend, hosted via Zoom and on first come first served basis.
12 November HSBC and You Uncovering the culture, benefits and breadth of opportunities available at HSBC To Register Click here
How to Apply Email rosie.wainwright@careerready.org.uk
After Applying please also Email lmi@stbrn.ac.uk
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Wiltshire College & University Centre Virtual Events 4th Nov 5 - 7pm University Level Virtual Open Event Click here to register on s e e r eg tep k !! d s o r n o l e rs , io v o t s o o r s c d re que u Dis our t y lec ask m o nd r f a ar us e p H am c nd u aro
Click here to register for our Law and Criminology Taster Day
Click here to view the Festival's Events
Click here to register for our Architecture Taster Session
Click here to register for our Linguistics Webinar
Click here to register for our Languages and Cultures Session
Lancaster in the Media Read about how Lancaster University is recognised once again as one of the best green spaces in the world. For the ninth year running, Lancaster University raises its flag with pride along with parks and green spaces across the country in a year when millions of people have seen the value of having great quality green spaces on their doorstep. Lancaster University awarded a Green Flag Award for ninth year running A Lancaster University professor is all set to become an official custodian of night skies preserving them for future generations. Professor Nick Dunn has been appointed by the International DarkSky Association (IDA) as an official advocate in recognition of his ongoing work to protect the night skies for present and future generations. Lancaster Professor to help protect our dark skies
November 9th @12.00 - 12.45pm The Challenges of 2030: Business Rise of the Machines with Aberystwyth University Find out more November 10th @14.00 - 15.00pm Finishing your Personal Statement The Edits that Matter with Goldsmiths Find out more
November 12th @11.10 - 12.10pm Business Decision Making with University of East Anglia Find out more
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UCAS Applications Personal Statements sessions delivered by 6 universities Thursday 19th November 6 - 7 pm Book your place here
Virtual Open Day Saturday 21st November Detailed information about particular course and conversations with students and academics For more information and to book Click here
Find out more about a particular subject Range of taster sessions on offer Check out the full range here
Our work with employers Gain more of an idea of the companies you you could work for after graduating from Aston University Insight into Highways Engineering Event and for those thinking about Civil Engineering Thursday 12th November @ 5 pm Book your place here
Biology and Chiropractic Event click here
Jazz Brass Taster Day Sunday 8th November 14.00 - 17.30 pm Sign up here to attend in person Sign up here to attend virtually
Undergraduate Dance Virtual Open Day Thursday 19th November 17.00 - 19.00 pm Sign up here
Postgraduate Dance Virtual Open day Wednesday 25th November 18.00 - 19.30 pm Sign up here
Musical Theatre Virtual Open Day Monday 7th December 17.00 - 19.00 pm Sign up here
r e d n i m e R Applications for the Exeter Scholars Year 12 South West pathway are still
Closing at midnight on Wednesday 25th November
Submit your application here
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WorldSkills UK LIVE: Spotlight on Skills
Spotlight will provide talks on Careers, Apprenticeships and Excellence Thursday 26th - Saturday 28 November virtually via a digital platform You can dip in and out according to your preference Plus the website comes with lots more including free Careers Advice Toolkit below:
https://www.worldskillsuk.org/directions/careers -advice-resources/careers-advice-toolkit
Spotlight Talks 30 minute bitesize sessions including presentations and live Q&As helping you turn career aspirations into opportunities
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Does Everyone get a Fair Trial? Tuesday 3 Nov 16:00 - 17:00 Students will enhance their learning in criminology and law topics, focusing on fairness within criminal trials. Covering the legal system and the basics of the criminal process; the role of lay people, the advantages and disadvantages of juries, and legal funding and injustice. Book here National Law Fair Wednesday 4 Nov 17:00 - 18:00 It is the 20th anniversary of our long-established National Law Fair. Students will be given top networking tips in the “How to Make the Most of a Law Fair� session, giving them the tools and confidence they need to engage with over 30 top law firms from across the UK. If your students are interested in attending, please ask them to register now. If you would like to attend as a teacher, please email undergrad@law.ac.uk and we can reserve a spot for yourself. Book here
Find out more about the life cycle of a crime Thurs 19 Nov 16:00 - 17:30 The HE Experience Day is designed for year 10-13 students, in career talks such as 'Law in Action' students will find out more about the different professions within the criminal justice system. Book here
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New Sky Initiative 'The Edit' Introducing 30,000 young people to careers in media
@SkyUK and @Adobe have today launched 'The Edit' This is a new digital programme for schools designed to improve the media and digital literacy of young people across the UK and Ireland. With a focus on low-income areas, The Edit will reach and inspire the next generation of media talent by breaking down the industry’s barriers to entry and bridging the digital skills gap, while offering an insight into what a career in the media might look like. https://www.skyacademystudios.com/the-edit https://www.skyacademystudios.com/
DRP GROUP CAREERS
JOIN US ON TUESDAY 8TH DECEMBER @2PM DRP GROUP CAREERS BROADCAST DRPG are a fully integrated, global creative communications group, whether it is live events, exhibitions, digital, video or print. Learning about apprenticeships in the creative industry and finding the right one for you is often all about diving in and trying it out – unless the guys at your prospective new employer are keen to tell you all about if before you even apply! We hear from our CEO Dale Parmenter, our learning and development expert George Howard and Creative Director Tommy Moore about the benefits of apprenticeships, how to apply for an apprenticeship and what life is like in the creative industry! Click here to join
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The Psychological Professions Network is running a free workshop as part of Psychological Professions Week You will here about the different careers Learn about the electronic career map Get practical tips from aspiring psychological professionals A Q&A session with a panel of pyschological professions experts in the field of Health Education England funded roles For more information about the whole programme and to register Click here A recording of this event will be made available shortly after delivery via this website: http://www.ppn.nhs.uk/
From 26th to 29th of November the Hay Winter Festival offers free online talks and discussions on a wide range of issues. STARS OF LITERATURE, MUSIC AND SPORT JOIN FORCES FOR HAY FESTIVAL DIGITAL WINTER WEEKEND Appearances from: Novelists such as Dawn French, Lee Child, Irenosen Okojie and Joanne Harris plus many more; Musicians Elton John, Skin, and Gary Numan; Sports stars Arsène Wenger and James Haskell; Artists Jackie Morris and Anthony Gormley; Nature writers Robert Macfarlane, Helen Macdonald and James Rebanks; Journalists and writers such as Bryony Gordon, Jonathan Freedland, David Olusoga, Katya Adler plus many more; Children’s stars Ed Vere, Nick Sharratt and Benjamin Zephaniah; Campaigner Candice Brathwaite; Food writer Pen Vogler; Comedians Marcus Brigstocke, Fern Brady and Neil Delamere; This year’s soon to be announced Booker Prize and Baillie Gifford Prize winners; and Hay Festival President Stephen Fry. Hay Festival Digital Winter Weekend brings writers and readers together 26-29 November 2020 in a free digital wonderland of prize winning literature, thoughtful conversation, candle-lit storytelling, comedy, music, and fun for all the family. Now in its 21st year, the Festival will be streamed live from Hay-on-Wye, kicking off the holiday season from the town of books in all its festive glory with a star-studded line-up of speakers and performers. Explore the full programme now and register for free at hayfestival.org/wwe.
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