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Careers Appointments We have careers appointments available via Moodle (Careers Zone) or email CEIAG@stbrn.ac.uk You can also drop in for a quick chat in the Careers Office within Cafe Max (drop in sessions available Monday and Tuesday) but if you want a longer session we advise you to book an appointment. To book an appointment, click here
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Upcoming Events for the Autumn Term You will receive more information about these during tutorial and AIP.
Remember to check your student emails regularly!
November 2019 14th November—Nursing Mock Interviews– for 3Y2 students thinking of applying for nursing or midwifery
20th November– Oxbridge Interview Workshop (D2/D3)
21st—3Y1 Introduction to UCAS Workshop (Room D2/D3) - follow up from 17th October 2019
26th– All Students—Careers Fair (MPH) - employers, universities, colleges, training providers and apprenticeships providers to help you find out more about your future options
December 2019 5th —3Y1 Dyson Workshop (Room B13) OPEN TO: A LEVEL MATHS & STEM STUDENTS WHO HAVE A PREDICTED OR TARGET GRADE OF A OR ABOVE IN MATHS 5th —Apprenticeship Talk
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New this week!
Twilight Lectures at ULaw Our twilight lectures are for students in years 12 and 13, to give greater depth to their current study and an insight into studying at degree level. Law and Criminology Twilight Lecture - Bristol Campus 27 November 4.30-5.30pm Defending the defensive- where is the line drawn? This lecture is about self-defence, reasonable force and malicious revenge. It is delivered by Amanda Crutchley, criminal defence solicitor and pro bono co-ordinator at the University of Law. We will cover: • What is self-defence and reasonable force? • The subjective and objective tests • Can you defend your home from an intruder? • Historic self-defence cases
• Experiences from practice CLICK HERE to book your place. These events will support level 3 study. Teachers are welcome to attend.
Free Legal Technology Lecture: 27 November 5.30-7pm
Join TLT and the editor of the Legal Technologist for an insight into technology within the legal sector. They will be discussing their jobs, followed by how technology is currently impacting on the profession and the role that technology will have in the profession in the future.
When: Thursday, 5th December 12.10-1.00PM Where: D2/3 Who is it for? All students who are interested in applying for an apprenticeship after college. The talk from ‘ASK Apprenticeships’ will cover types and levels of apprenticeship and how to complete a successful application.
What do I do if I want to attend? Send an email confirming that you want to attend to ceiag@stbrn.ac.uk . Places are limited to 40 and these will be allocated on a first come first served basis. Remember! If this occurs during lesson time, you must gain permission from your teacher and let Careers know so that we can authorise with the Attendance Office and catch up on any missed work.
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Nuffield Research Placements Programme Applications Now Open !!
online student applications for the Nuffield Research Placements programme 2019-20 are now open, and will close on Friday 31st January 2020. Nuffield Research Placements have been running UK wide for over 20 years. They are for year 12 STEM students who meet the GCSE and bursary or first in family criteria, offering them the opportunity of a 4 week long research based work placement in the summer holidays of 2020. Suitable students will be studying at least one STEM course, including Maths, Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Psychology, Geography, Geology and Economics. Successful students work alongside a professional researcher in a university, industry or government agency and are supported to carry out their own research project, write a scientific report and design a research poster, which they present at a mini conference in the autumn. All students are supported by the Nuffield Foundation with daily travel costs to and from placement. In addition meligible students will receive bursary payments of ÂŁ100 per week while on placement. Most placements are desk based, with a few being lab or field based. Please note that we do not offer clinically based placements. You will gain skills useful for university applications, such as research, academic writing and data handling, as well as the softer work based skills such as independence, teamwork and organisation. These can all help you to achieve better results and look great on university or job applications. Find out more about what some students thought about their placement experience via this link. If you would like any further advice on completing the online application please pop into Careers or speak to your STEM teacher.
Nuffield Research Placements talk by Sue Dimond Regional coordinator
Experience science in action during a 4-6 week summer placement. For students interested in science, technology, engineering and maths careers ALL STUDENTS WELCOME
Thursday 23rd January 1210 - 1310 D2/D3 This highly prestigious scheme will give you something amazing to write about in your personal statement and can lead to a Crest Gold Award. There are many projects available – you will work alongside University researchers and learn lots of new skills. Find out more at www.nuffieldfoundation.org/nrp
Siemens Finance and Commercial Academy school leavers scheme. Three year, level 7 apprenticeship for Post A Level Students Students work towards a professional accounting qualification (CIMA) whilst gaining experience in the workplace. It runs nationwide in locations across the UK, with some of our main sites being Frimley, Manchester and Poole. Siemens is a leading worldwide engineering company, listed as 50th largest global business by Forbes and have been active in the UK for over 170 years, providing employment for around 15,000 people as of 2019. Our main aim is to provide innovative solutions that will tackle our country’s major challenges and you could be at the forefront of these movements. We are looking for bright team players with a drive to succeed in the world of business and finance. Our Application deadline is early January, however we’d be happy to attend at any point to promote for our 2020 applications.
CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER INFO AND TO APPLY
We are recruiting! Emergency Control Operators Emergency Control Operators provide a vital service to our community, dealing with a range of 999 calls ranging from house fires to serious road traffic collisions, to cliff rescues. This opportunity will offer a vast amount of variety to the successful candidates. The role is based in Lansdown, Bath with a starting salary of £22,198.00 which increases to £23,122.00 after training has been completed. Salary increases to £29,587.00 once fully qualified. There is a clear career pathway within our Control department and there are various promotion opportunities. Further information, including application forms can be found on: https://www.yesyoucan.careers/control
CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY Deadline 11/11/19
Based at: Clevedon, Chew Magna, Blagdon, Winscombe, Pill, Bath, Yatton, Paulton, Radstock, Yate, Portishead, Weston, Thornbury.
Nailsea,
Contract:
Permanent
Hours: week)
Full Cover (average of 120 hours a week) or Part Cover (84 hours per
Salary:
Trainee rate: £10.67 per hour
Eligibility Becoming an On-Call firefighter with Avon Fire & Rescue Service is a really valuable choice of career and one which will benefit both you and your community; however there are some criteria which we ask for:
You must live and/or work within five minutes of your local On-Call Fire Station (situated in Bath, Blagdon, Chew Magna, Clevedon, Nailsea, Paulton, Pill, Portishead, Radstock, Thornbury, Weston-super-Mare, Winscombe, Yate, and Yatton).
You must be aged 18 or over when firefighter training starts.
You must be physically fit, and have good upper body strength, hearing and eyesight.
You must be offering the level of cover your local On-Call fire station requires.
You must have GCSEs grade A-C in Maths and English or equivalent or be prepared to undertake Maths and English tests as part of the selection process.
To apply You can apply at any time by downloading our application form from our website: https://www.yesyoucan.careers/on-call-firefighter and submitting this to Human Resources via: hr.admin@avonfire.gov.uk
CLICK HERE TO APPLY Closing Date: 18/11/19
Free tickets are now available to book for the Royal Institution’s Christmas Lecture Series, which will be streamed live at the University of South Wales. USW is one of 20 venues across the UK which will be streaming the lectures live from the RI in London. The lectures will also be broadcast on BBC Four between Christmas and New Year. ‘Secrets and lies: The Hidden Power of Maths’ In these lectures, mathematician and TV presenter Dr Hannah Fry will unmask the hidden numbers, rules and patterns that secretly influence our daily lives…in ways we could never imagine. She exposes how our gut instincts are often unreliable, while an unseen layer of maths drives everyday life in powerful and surprising ways. Life’s most astonishing miracles can be understood with probability. Big data dictates many of the hot new fashions we follow. Even our choice of what we watch on TV, or our choice of who we marry, is secretly influenced by computer algorithms. In a series of lectures packed with mind-boggling demos and live experiments, Hannah shows us how to decode life’s hidden numbers; to help us all make better choices, sort fact from fiction, and lead happier lives. But she also warns how our unwavering faith in figures can lead to disaster when we get the sums wrong. Click links below to book your tickets: Lecture One Thursday 12 December 2019, 5pm – 7.45pm – Newport Campus Lecture Two Saturday 14 December 2019, 5pm – 7.45pm – Pontypridd Campus Saturday 14 December 2019, 5pm – 7.45pm – Cardiff Campus
Calling all Year 13 Students!! Dr Bessie Lawrence International Summer Science Institute – for Year 13 The Dr Bessie Lawrence International Summer Science Institute (ISSI) is a unique opportunity for Year 13 (ages 17-18) students to spend a month working as part of a research team alongside leading scientists at the Weizmann Institute of Science. As well as getting the chance to conduct real scientific experiments, students produce reports and present their findings to their peers before spending a week in a field school where you experience the diverse ecosystems, wildlife, and archaeology of the region.
BESSIE LAWRENCE ISSI 2020 ARE NOW OPEN!!
CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Here are the links to the application forms – Bessie Application Form Teacher Reference Form
They can also be reached through the education page on our website https://www.weizmann.org.uk/education/ introduction#summer-school, where there have also been some great blogs from our 2019 students and more information on the programme itself.
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CANDIDATES FOR THE 43rd ROTARY YOUTH WORLD AFFAIRS SEMINAR June 20th – June 26th 2020 Carroll University, Waukesha, Wisconsin, USA This week-long Rotary Youth World Affairs Seminar is a unique program for high school students from around the World, where since 1972 it has provided a forum for nearly 28,000 future leaders to debate some of the most perplexing global issues and problems in the exciting and stimulating environment of Carroll University, Wisconsin
HUNGER IN A WORLD OF PLENTY Food Connects us all But what happens when issues of access and distribution affects us all? With food supplies and environmental changes constantly evolving - Students will:
Look at “Hunger in a World of Plenty” from many points of view. Discuss whether crops are grown to keep some people warm - whilst others starve. Engage in relevant off-site experiences to stimulate discussion. Collaborate with fellow delegates from around the World to discuss limited food supplies and population growth in an atmosphere of respect, trust and engagement. Discover how to make the changing world a better and safer place for ethical, respectful dialogue and engagement. Investigate how to prevent and avoid the increasing destruction of our valuable rain forests. Explore how traditional roles and new opportunities come together as international societies adjust to the needs of the future Investigate Political and Ethical pressures as to who pays for preserving the environment whilst guaranteeing food supplies from the Worlds limited recourses. Ask what we can all do today to avoid shortages in the future. The 2020 Rotary World Affairs Seminar will include experts sharing insights and views ranging from cutting edge science to centuries old traditions on feeding tomorrows world.
THIS IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO HELP SOLVE THESE PROBLEMS AND IS FOR 16-18 YEAR OLD STUDENTS TO ATTEND THE 2020 ROTARY WORLD AFFAIRS SEMINAR WHERE WITH FELLOW STUDENTS FROM AROUND THE GLOBE THEY WILL DEBATE
“HUNGER IN A WORLD OF PLENTY” “THE ENVIRONMENT IS CHANGING - these questions have to be answered.”
Climate change and coastal organisms Dr Joseph Ironside
Senior Lecturer in Genetics at Aberystwyth University
ALL STUDENTS WELCOME
Thursday 7th November 1210 – 1310 D2/D2 Joe is a former St Brendan’s student, his research interests include parasites affecting crustacean and mollusc hosts, and conservation genetics of commercially harvested shellfish
The life Academic From Farming to Electrical Engineering by Dr Ben Metcalfe Lecturer at the University of Bath Centre for Advanced Sensor Technology ALL STUDENTS WELCOME
Thursday 14th November 1210-1310 D2/D3 Ben’s research interests are in the field of low power system design with a focus on the implementation of signal processing for biomedical applications, neuronal simulations and sensor fusion for autonomous and intelligent systems
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BRISTOL’S HOSPITALITY & TOURISM TAKEOVER DAY Your Invitation to Springboards’ Bristol Hospitality & Tourism Takeover Friday 15th November 2019 – Aztec Hotel & Spa This is a FREE event and will be a way for school pupils to find out more about the hospitality industry by getting involved in a number of interactive workshops hosted by industry leaders. It is aimed at students from years 9,10,11,12 and I would suggest 15-20 students per school, although this could potentially be increased. Allocation will be on a first come first served basis. The last two takeover days have been great successes with feedback below: • 60% of the students who had not considered a career in hospitality were now considering one. • 96% students thought it was worthwhile attending • 89% have a better understanding of the hospitality industry • 65% of the students were interested in a career in hospitality • 94% of the students thought the workshops were excellent or good (56% excellent) • 90% would be interested in attending a similar event A draft itinerary is below: 09.30
Buses Arrival arrive and pupils check in
09.45
Welcomes and introduction, pupils to be seated
10.00 – 11.30
Part 1 - Pupils attend a 90 minute Session (3 x 30 min workshops)
11.30 – 11.45
Break
11.45 – 12:45
Part 2 - Pupils attend a 90 minute Session (2 x 30 min workshops)
12:45 – 13:30
Lunch
13:30 – 15:00
Part 3 - Pupils attend a 90 minute Session (3 30 min workshops)
15:00
Plenary -All pupils, chefs, session leaders to assemble in Ballroom for prize giving & presentations
15:15
Finish & Goody Bags
Do let me know if you have any questions? And I look forward to hearing from you, Kelly Kelly Kitching Programme Manager South West The Springboard Charity & Springboard UK Ltd T: 07879813325 E: kellyk@springboarduk.org.uk w: springboard.uk.net Twitter: @Springboard_UK
Years 12 & 13
BRIGHT SPARKS WORK EXPERIENCE PROGRAMME (YEAR 12) Developed to allow students from a variety of backgrounds to gain skills and experience by participating in workshops and group projects, presenting to business people as well as experiencing life in a busy law firm. Week 1: 6th-10th July 2020
Week 2: 13th– 17th July 2020
CLICK HERE TO APPLY NOW
Are you interested in creative industries and love film?
Weekend/Evening Courses with Watershed / Old Vic for young people aged 16-19 not in university. No experience or qualifications are necessary just an interest in film and creative ideas. Participants make documentaries for Rife magazine at Watershed and a drama with elements of animation at Bristol Old Vic Theatre School. The programme is designed to develop practical filmmaking skills, build peer and professional networks and give confidence to take the next steps towards a career in the creative media.
To can find out more, watch a film about the programme and apply online click here
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Jobs & Apprenticeships
D e g r e e A p p r e n ti c e s h i p s P r o fe s s i o n a l Tra i n i n g P ro g ra m m e s
Whether you are just finishing your A-levels (or an equivalent qualification) or looking to take your career in a whole new direction, our school leaver programmes and apprenticeships are your fast-track to a brilliant future. Whatever your passion, from science to engineering, with us you will not only get to mix hands-on training with classroom study, you will be paid to do it. So you’ll gain industry recognised qualifications or even a degree, debt-free. What’s more, you’ll get exposure to incredible professionals who want to share their knowledge with you and help you get to where you want to be.
PROGRAMMES Digital & Technology Solutions Apprenticeship Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Manufacturing Engineering Degree Apprenticeship Materials Laboratories Degree Apprenticeship Non-Destructive Testing Engineer Degree Apprenticeship DEADLINE: Rolls Royce have advised students to get applications in ASAP as they are first come, first served! CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER INFO AND TO APPLY
CLICK HERE
LEVEL 7 APPRENTICESHIPS This year MyKindaFuture are partnering up with one of the largest professional services firms in the country to offer unique and lucrative Level 7 apprenticeships. Smith & Williamson are offering an unprecedented opportunity for students enter the business at the same level as university graduates, all without the three years of debt! With a variety of roles on offer, as applications are now open to current Year 13 students. The application process is being managed by MyKindaFuture and we offer full support through each stage of the process, right from the very beginning all the way through to an offer being made.
What’s required? 112 UCAS points (BBC) at A-level (or equivalent) Grade 5 or above in GCSE maths and English
The benefits? Highly competitive salary and lucrative benefits, increasing regularly throughout their apprenticeship Fully paid for chartered accountancy/tax qualifications, with comprehensive support from the outset Real responsibility from day one, with exciting career prospects A permanent role at a forward thinking and fast-growing organisation
How to apply? Students can view all of the roles and locations on our apprenticeship hub, found here
if you have any questions regarding these opportunities or the role of MyKindaFuture do, you can contact the team directly at 01242 236415 or by emailing jack@mykindafuture.com
Apprenticeship programmes at KPMG offer school leavers the opportunity to work with a variety of clients across different industries, whilst being supported to achieve a professional qualification and earning a salary. About our programmes Our range of programmes have been designed to support students with the transition from school to the workplace, offering a practical way to build an exciting career. Apprentices will gain broad work experience, be supported to build professional skills, grow their confidence and build exceptional future too. Hear first-hand what it’s like to be an Apprentice at KPMG, from Emma, Mark and Precious.
About KPMG KPMG in the UK is part of a global network of member firms. Our largest practice is Audit, which provides independent challenge and delivers quality audits to organisations of all shapes and sizes. In Tax & Pensions, Consulting, Deal Advisory, Technology & Engineering and KPMG Business Services, we work shoulder-to-shoulder with clients to help them solve some of their most complex business challenges. Sign up If you are ambitious and interested in an Apprenticeship Programme with KPMG, please sign up to our Talent Community to be the first to hear when programmes open
TO FIND OUT MORE CLICK HERE
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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Higher Education
Are you hoping to study a BioMed type course at university, such as medicine, dentistry, veterinary, biomedical sciences, biology, zoology, nursing, midwifery‌?
Drop-in for support with choice of course, personal statements, work experience, lab placements and interview practice Some sessions will be practical tasks which you will need to book in advance as places will be limited, other sessions will involve guests such as former or current students
Every Wednesday 1215-1245 B225 with Jo
DEADLINES ADMISSIONS TESTS Some Universities require students to complete admissions tests. It is imperative that students who are considering applying to competitive courses— in particular medicine— research the entrance test deadlines and processes required. Information about these tests is available on the UCAS website and students should contact Alison Rayner our Exams Officer to arrange the tests through college on alison.rayner@stbrn.ac.uk or pop in to see Alison in Room B101Q. For more information on courses requiring admissions tests, please click here
All other applicants 2nd December – college internal deadline for completed UCAS applications. As with early applicants; it will take us up to two weeks to process applications to ensure that references are completed and applications are checked thoroughly for errors before sending to UCAS by the deadline of 15th January.
The University of Law (ULaw) offers a great range of undergraduate Law, Criminology, Policing and Business degrees. With eight campuses in eight cities around the UK, offering undergraduate degrees, there is plenty of choice*; plus, we also offer online courses.
OPEN DAYS AND OTHER EVENTS We offer events for students and or teaching and careers staff from Schools & Colleges: For students on campus: we have Open Days currently running over the next few months for undergraduate courses. These are the best way for students to find out more about studying at ULaw, our range of courses and to ask questions. We make our Open Days as interactive as possible, allowing students to take part in a subject based taster session. Other events at our campuses: we run some great free events at our campuses. Individuals can book onto these events once they are available on our website. The range of events and, who to contact can be found on our website
WHY ULAW IS A GREAT CHOICE FOR STUDENTS
Employability: 92% of our full-time UK LLB students graduating in 2017 secured employment or further study within six
months of successfully completing their course.
Taught by experts: over 90% of our LLB tutors are qualified lawyers, bringing extensive practical experience to
studies. All of our Business School tutors have real world business experience.
National Student Survey 2019: ULaw has achieved top ten placements among universities in the UK for 5 categories
in the National Student Survey 2019: teaching, learning opportunities, academic support, learning resources and student voice.
Expert careers services: our specialist careers and employability service is one of the largest in the UK, with over 30 experts
providing one-to-one support TEF Silver: The University of Law was awarded a silver rating in the Teaching Excellence and Student Outcomes Framework (TEF) in June 2019. We were found to deliver high quality teaching, learning and outcomes for our students and consistently exceed rigorous national quality requirements for UK higher education
CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Looking beyond UCAS... Options at universities abroad in 2020
Are you thinking of studying abroad? Guidance and support available on short-term study opportunities in the US and beyond. CLICK HERE Open Days that may be of interest.
University of Groningen - You can sign up for this one from 1st October 2019. It will get full so please do this asap! Ecole Polytechnique - This is their first ever open day for their Bachelor's programme. This should appeal to any excellent student interested in maths. Universita Bocconi - This one is a little way off in the future and, in contrast to the two listed above, primarily suitable for Y12 students.
Cambridge University Students’ Union (CUSU) Shadowing Scheme – the largest student-led Access
initiative in the UK. Held each year in January and February, the scheme is targeted towards talented state-educated Year 12 (or equivalent) and Mature students who are on track to receive A*AA at A Level (or equivalent) but have limited experience regarding university. The Shadowing Scheme provides an opportunity to shadow a current Cambridge undergraduate for three days in order to experience student life for free and to challenge any existing preconceptions you might have.
Please see CUSU Shadowing Scheme Student and Teacher information packs linked here which gives further information. Applications must be completed by Friday, 15th November 2019. Parents/guardians and nominated teachers must fill in their respective forms by the following week - Friday, 22nd November 2019.
If you have any queries about the CUSU Shadowing Scheme please contact Denicia Bernard, Student Rep Co-ordinator or our Access and Funding Officer, Lily-Rose, at shadowingscheme@gmail.com.
UCAS Undergraduate Apply open for 2020 Entry UCAS Deadlines Early Applicants
(Medicine Dentistry Veterinary Oxford Cambridge)
All other applicants
• Internal College Deadline 13/9/19 • To guarantee application is quality checked, processed and sent to UCAS by the external deadline of 15/10/19
• Internal College Deadline 2/12/19 • To guarantee application is quality checked, processed and sent to UCAS by the external deadline of 15/1/20
Arts, Creative Industries and Education Creative Workshops Wednesday 4 December 2019 | First year A-Level/BTEC students or equivalent Join us for an interactive day of creative workshops, a tour of our state of the art facilities and the chance to meet current students and academic staff. Register now
Creative Industries Degree Show Visits June 2020 – dates to be confirmed Inspire your students at our 2020 Degree Show, celebrating the exceptional work of over 500 talented graduates from art, design, film and journalism programmes. Register now
Early Childhood and Education Taster Days Wednesday 17 June 2020 | First year A-Level/BTEC students or equivalent We invite your students to experience Early Childhood or Education degree learning, meet current students and discover the career opportunities that degrees in these subject areas can offer. Register now
Get into Teaching Various dates from November on Frenchay Campus Find out more about how you could take your first steps towards becoming a teacher at our drop-in sessions. Choosing the programme that's right for you is a big decision, so we'll make sure you have everything you need to make an informed choice. Talk to tutors from the course you're interested in, chat with student ambassadors and meet other applicants. We'll share advice on writing applications and answer any questions you have about our courses or life at UWE Bristol. See the dates and register
Health and Applied Sciences Health and Social Care Taster Days Wednesday 6 May or 24 June 2020 | First year A-Level/BTEC students or equivalent We are pleased to invite your students to experience a range of healthcare degrees through a series of activities. They will also have the opportunity to hear from current students about their university study and see the fantastic healthcare facilities at our Glenside Campus. Register now
Health and Social Care Taster Day for School and College Staff
Open Days Our Open Days in October and November are a perfect opportunity for your students to find out more about our courses, talk to tutors in informal drop-in sessions and explore the facilities on our campuses.
Subject Taster Day for post-16s Wednesday 20 November 2019 Students can find out what it’s like to study at UWE Bristol at our Subject Taster Day. They can participate in an interactive workshop from a leading academic in their subject area of choice, explore Frenchay Campus, and talk to current students about university life. Students can choose taster sessions from the following subject streams:
Accounting and Economics
Early Childhood and Education
Law
Business and Marketing
Engineering
Mathematics
Geography
Computing and Creative Technologies
Find out more
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Gap Years
www.independentgapadvice.org
Free and impartial GAP YEAR ADVICE & SUPPORT For Young People
WE ARE NOT a company trying to sell gap years. WE ARE UNPAID VOLUNTEERS, with 20+ years experience of the gap year market, wanting to help post-16 students make good decisions for their future. We save you time PLEASE CLICK THE LINKS BELOW FOR FURTHER INFORMATION There are gap year advice sections on planning a gap year, fundraising, travel safety, and the ethics of overseas volunteering
CLICK HERE TO VISIT WEBSITE Contact lawrence@independentgapadvice.org
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Volunteering & Work experience
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Career Zone—Find us just off Café Max Welcome to our team: Julie Ilogu, Careers Advisor Laura Radford, Careers Advisor Leanne England, Work Experience Coordinator If you would like a careers appointment to discuss your future options, including higher education, apprenticeships and work, please book a 30 minute appointment via Moodle— Career Zone—Careers Appointments If you are interested in gaining Work Experience and not sure where to start, please pop into Career Zone or book an appointment via Moodle—Career Zone—Work Experience & Volunteering—Work Experience Appointment
Volunteer Recruitment for BS3 Charities
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! COME and learn WHERE and HOW to volunteer in BS3. MONDAY EVENINGS @ 6.30pm and TUESDAY MORNINGS @ 10.30am WHERE: TOBACCO FACTORY CAFE/BAR Other dates: Tue, 15th – Volunteer recruitment for BS3 charities Mon, 21st – Volunteer recruitment for BS3 charities
Tue, 22nd – Volunteer recruitment for BS3 charities Everyone is welcome, including potential volunteers and any interested who may need volunteers. We look forward to seeing you – free cuppa for everyone!
charities
Work Experience Bulletin November 2019
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Creative & Media Penguin Random House, London https://www.penguinrandomhousecareers.co.uk/your-career/work-experience-and-internships/ Must be over 18 at the time of your placement. We have year-round paid work experience slots of two weeks, where you’d be shadowing a team and getting to grips with day-to-day life here. It’s a learning opportunity – a chance to learn about the world of work and go behind the scenes How to Apply: Applications for work experience between January-March 2020 will open in November. CLICK HERE
Law & Legal CMS, Bristol https://graduates.cms-cmno.com/prime
Various companies How to Apply: Applications now open for August 2020. CLICK HERE
Manufacturing Leonardo https://www.uk.leonardocompany.com/en/people-careers/placements/work-experience Are you interested in spending a week at the UK’s leading helicopter manufacturer? Based in Yeovil. A week’s work experience will consist of a mixture of practical and theoretical activities which are designed to give students an overall understanding of engineering and business skills. How to Apply: Work experience opportunities during summer 2020 now open. CLICK HERE
Healthcare Boots Opticians https://www.boots.com/stores/3111-keynsham-high-street-opticians-bs31-1dp The branch will only accept students who can demonstrate a genuine interest in eye care/ ophthalmology, or at least know that they want to work in healthcare but are not quite sure in which area yet. How to Apply: Send CV and cover letter to either of the following contacts specifying the dates you would like to do your placement. Amar Shah - Practice Director. Email: amar.shah@bootsopticians.co.uk. Tel: 01179862278 (press option 2) Samantha Gill. Email: samantha.gill@bootsopticians.co.uk
Work Experience Bulletin Cont/d
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Animal Care Avenue Veterinary Centre, Staple Hill https://www.avenue-vets.com/work-experience.html Veterinary work is a popular career choice and so we get many requests for work experience placements. Due to the health and safety risk category, the level of supervision that we have to provide and our commitment to veterinary and veterinary nursing students, there are limited places available. We invite all applicants to an informal interview and then allocate the placements based on these interviews (just like when applying for a job and getting an interview; another vital part of work experience). HOW TO APPLY: Send a letter of application to the practice, addressed to: Lois Daniels Closing date for applications is 1st January and 1st June each year (so you may need to get your application in to us the year before your work experience date). Once we have reviewed all applications, letters will be sent out with dates and times for interviews When we have interviewed all candidates we will make our decisions and endeavour to inform all applicants within four weeks
Business & Finance HSBC https://www.hsbc.com/careers/students-and-graduates/student-opportunities/uk-workexperience-programme This programme is aimed at those in sixth form who are keen to get an introduction to what a career in financial services may be like. The Work Experience opportunities will be available through June to August 2020. Specific details regarding each opportunity are available when you apply. HOW TO APPLY: We encourage you to choose and apply for a location to which you can reasonably commute, as early as possible, as applications will close when all placements are filled. Please keep in mind we will not be able to offer placements in locations not listed. Please note you must obtain approval from your school or college to undertake this work experience as it falls within the standard school/college term-time. F or more details contact work.experience.team@hsbc.com CLICK HERE
Work Experience Bulletin Cont/d Renishaw, Filton https://www.renishaw.com/en/work-experience-weeks--42171 Please note public transport services do not run directly to either of our sites, so please consider this before applying. HOW TO APPLY: Check the website, applications close 22nd November 2019. CLICK HERE
Law & Legal Burges Salmon, City of Bristol https://www.burges-salmon.com/careers/work-experience/ Although Burgess Salmon is a Law Firm, the work experience is primarily business-focussed. You will learn not only about the role of lawyers but also gain insight into other functions like Finance, IT, Human Resources, Marketing and Business Development. While here, you will learn more about teamwork organisational and presentation skills as well as quality, accuracy and attention to detail. You will also learn about confidentiality and how to deal with people at different levels of the firm, building confidence, commercial awareness and interpersonal skills HOW TO APPLY: Law and Business. Year 12 only. Apply via the website. CLICK HERE Application form: https:// www.burges-salmon.com/careers/work-experience/ deadline: 3rd November 2019. Dates are as follows: • Week 1: 6th - 10th July 2020 • Week 2: 13th – 17th July 2020 Barcan+Kirby, Clifton https://barcankirby.co.uk/join-us/work-experience/ Up to age 17. If you’re applying for dates between January and April, please submit your application between October and December. If you’re applying for dates between May and July, please submit your application between January and February. Recommended you read their careers guide which can be downloaded from the left hand side of the webpage mentioned above. HOW TO APPLY: If you’d like to be considered for a work experience placement, email our HR team explaining why work experience with Barcan+Kirby is right for you. Alternatively, you can call our HR team on 0117 253 0308 or complete our online enquiry form CLICK HERE
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY Butterflies Haven is a volunteer led organisation which supports families affected by autism. We provide a safe space for children and young people with an autism spectrum condition, as well as empowering their parents, carers and other family members to support each other. Based at St Francis Church, Keynsham, BS31 2PW, we run 2 weekly sessions. Our Step-Up Group for children aged ( 12-18) meets on a Monday evening at 7:00-8:30PM. Our Young Voice session meets on a Friday Evening and is subdivied into a Juniors group, 6:00-7:00PM, for ages (3-7) and a Seniors group for ages 7-11, 7:15-8:15PM. Benefits: Volunteers training around Autism and developmental delays, whilst also providing references, signatures for Duke of Edinburgh and similar awards against volunteer hours served and giving our volunteers vital work experience in a complex care setting
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YINI (Year in Industry)
YINI is a not-for-profit organisation offering School Leavers a free resource when searching for a year out paid placement following completion of their A levels or equivalent.
What is YINI? A paid job opportunity for School leavers to;
Test-drive a potential career
Add relevant skills and work experience to their CV
Make informed decisions on which Education/Career path is right for them
Build links with Employers
Gain an Industrial Cadets Accreditation
Develop skills through attending optional Work-Ready YINI Master Class Workshops
Go into the world of work with the support from the YINI scheme
Be supported by YINI and a YINI assigned Mentor throughout their placement
Who is YINI for? YINI is open to any student with the Right to Work in the UK, who might consider/ benefit from gaining 12 months paid work experience with a YINI company before starting the following options;
An Apprenticeship
Or Studying a Degree at University (completing YINI before University as a paid Gap Year)
Or maybe unsure whether to continue into higher education or go straight into employment
What kinds of placements are offered? Each year we offer paid placements in the following subject areas: Science (particularly physics), Engineering (all areas), Technology/Electronics, Maths, Business, Finance, IT, HR or Marketing When & How can students Register?
Students: Registrations are Open Now and close on 31st May 2020 Students register online here https://www.etrust.org.uk/yini-register