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Contents New This Week! Careers Information Jobs & Apprenticeships Higher Education Gap Years Volunteering & Work experience
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, Tuesday and Friday) but if you want a longer session we advise you to book an appointment. To book an appointment, click here
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December 12th- Projects Abroad, leading global organiser of overseas voluntary placements and projects run year-round, destinations in the developing world across Europe, Africa, Asia, Latin America & the South Pacific TIME: 2.30PM / ROOM: B13 13th—Lyons Davidson Solicitors talk about apprenticeship opportunities available in law TIME: 2.30PM / ROOM: Theatre (B4) January 2019 30th—Offer Recruitment on career opportunities in 2019 at WDM Ltd, manufacturer and technology company FURTHER INFORMATION TO FOLLOW
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New this week!
Enrichment Opportunity - Bristol Water Youth Board
Enrichment Opportunity - Bristol Water Youth Board Bristol Water's Youth Board 2019
TO APPLY CLICK HERE Closing Date: 18th January 2019
The Government Economic Service Degree Apprenticeship now open for applications Why a GES-DAP? UK’S FIRST DEGREE LEVEL APPRENTICESHIP IN ECONOMICS STARTING SALARY OF ABOUT £22k IN LONDON AND IN EXCESS OF £20k NATIONALLY
ECONOMICS DEGREE WITHOUT THE STUDENT DEBT
WORK ON REAL AND MEANINGFUL PROJECTS NO REQUIREMENT TO BE STUDYING ECONOMICS
A LARGE STUDENT NETWORK IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO DEVELOP FRIENDSHIPS
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK HERE
DEADLINE: 20/01/19
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Careers Information
SPACES STILL AVAILABLE!
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Jobs & Apprenticeships
fully supported 24 month apprenticeship programmes Apply for the chance to become an apprentice in Accounting - Audit - Private Client Tax Services - Business Who are Smith & Williamson?
A leading independent financial services firm
Providing; investment management, accountancy, tax, corporate and financial advisory services to private clients, corporates, professional practices, and non-profit organisations
12 Offices across the UK, Ireland and Jersey
Who should apply? Grade criteria Year 13s with a minimum of 112 UCAS points in your top three 3 A-Levels (excluding General Studies)
Young people must also have: Motivation
A minimum of a B in both GCSE Maths and English Language
Strong communication skills
Problem solving skills
Attention to detail
Why should Y13s apply?
An opportunity to earn and learn
A unique chance to become a Chartered Certified Accountant, Chartered Tax Advisor or an Associated Chartered Accountant
They will be fully supported by MKF throughout the entire programme, with calls prior to online testing, telephone interview and assessment day
They will get stuck in, from day one, getting involved in real projects and liaising with clients
Smith & Williamson will cover all fees and training
We are now live! Hanson LEAD Apprenticeship Programme
Atkins, a member of the SNC-Lavalin Group are a large design, engineering and project management consultancy with a local office based at Aztec West, Bristol
*.* * SOUTH WEST ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES * * * The Offer? Get paid to gain a Higher, Advanced or Degree apprenticeship qualification with on-the-job mentoring and learning. The apprenticeship programme/s will provide you with the foundation to maximise your full potential. Opportunities Various opportunities in the South West in the following areas: Cyber Security Junior Management Digital Engineering Media Transport Systems Click here for more information about these great opportunities
For more information on Atkins apprenticeships, click here Closing date: 29/01/19
Apprenticeships Opportunities– Earn While You Learn! Could this be for you? W&WU are looking for people who want to learn and develop in an organisation with a strong values based culture. W&WU are passionate about their values and want to find people who share them to join their team and be part of an exciting future. Opportunities W&WU are now accepting applications for their 2019 Apprentice Programme. The closing date is 15th January 2019. Being a gas engineer is not about your gender, ethnic background or sexual orientation. It’s about the way you do things. So we welcome applications from anyone who thinks they can help us keep communities across Wales and the south west of England safe and warm. Opportunities in various teams: Build & Repair– The team maintain existing gas equipment and lay new gas supply pipes. Electrical & Instrumentation– The team look after the control systems of the gas network. Mechanical Engineering- The team look after gas pressure control equipment and our high pressure gas supply network. Interested? Please click here for further information on entry criteria and to apply.
* * * KPMG APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES * * * About KPMG KPMG in the UK, is part of a global network of firms offering Audit, Tax & Pensions, Consulting, Deal Advisory and Technology services. We work shoulder-to-shoulder with clients, from small start-ups to multinational organisations, helping them to solve some of the most complex business challenges The Offer Apprenticeship programmes offer apprentices the opportunity to work with a variety of clients across different industries, whilst being supported to achieve a professional qualification and earning a salary. 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 an exceptional future too.
Interested? CLICK HERE to find out more and apply
Morrisons Retail Degree Apprenticeship
Now you don’t have to choose between starting your career or studying towards a degree. At Morrisons, we are giving hard-working school and college leavers the chance to have the best of both worlds. Our Retail Degree Apprenticeship, delivered in partnership with the University of Bradford and Sheffield Hallam University, allows you to work towards a degree while preparing for a brilliant management career within our unique food retail business. Not only do we pay all your course fees for you, but you also get to work and earn a salary while you’re studying – so money is never a concern FOR FURTHER INFORMATION OR TO APPLY CLICK HERE APPLICATION DEADLINE 07/01/2019
FINDING OUT MORE? All Apprenticeships: CLICK HERE More about ours: CLICK HERE EXPRESS AN INTEREST NOW! RECRUITMENT IN MAY, JUNE & JULY
* * LEVEL 7 APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITY IN ACCOUNTANCY FOR POST A LEVEL STUDENTS * *
This apprenticeship will help you develop the required Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours to be a success in your role. You will gain this experience from:
Your role
Off-the-job training
The completion of a professional qualification
You will develop the relevant Skills and Behaviours through work based learning. You will be supported by the BPP Performance Support Team throughout your apprenticeships APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN; CLICK HERE TO APPLY DEADLINE 30/01/19
Legal apprenticeship RPC Paralegal Apprenticeship Scheme in Bristol will help build the foundations of a successful career as a solicitor, with the training and support you’ll need to excel.
Do you have a strong drive to use your personality and skills to make a difference? You may be the right fit for RPC
The paralegal apprenticeship takes two years to complete by combining a wide mix of on-the-job and off-the-job training, you’ll gain a qualification (level 3) that can lead you to apply for our solicitor apprenticeships (level 7) or other opportunities at RPC, including qualified paralegal and business services roles.
What are the basic requirements?
Being in year 13 or beyond
GCSE Maths & English: grades A-C
A Levels: ABB (predicted or obtained) or BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at Distinction, Distinction, Merit, ideally in relevant subjects or non-law undergraduate degree
It’s not essential to have studied law before but high academic credentials are essential as well as an appetite to learn and progress
Applications are now open!
For further information, please visit and APPLY NOW !!
Applications close 22/03/19
PricewaterhouseCoopers is a multinational professional services and is ranked by Vault Accounting as the most prestigious accounting firm in the world for seven consecutive years
Flying Start degree programmes If you want a traditional university experience, but also know you’re interested in launching your career, our Flying Start degree programmes offer the best of both worlds. This is offered in the following areas:
Accounting– click here for further information
Business– click here for further information
Technology– click here for further information
While on placement you’ll get to meet our world-class clients and work alongside our highly skilled teams. During your time at university you’ll get to experience the full time student lifestyle, whilst getting paid for the work you do. You’ll gain a degree, and hopefully impress us enough to secure a place on our graduate scheme. You’ll be supported through your journey with us, receiving support from buddies, mentors, career coaches and peers
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Higher Education
Student Shadowing in February 2019 APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN The student shadowing scheme offers students the opportunity to ‘shadow’ a current undergraduate student for a day, in the subject that they are considering to progress to higher education in. It’s an exciting opportunity for Year 12 and 13 students to find out more about what it is really like to study at higher education level, compared to their current level of study.
What happens on a shadowing day? Depending on subject choice, the day will typically include going to lectures, seminars and workshops as well as seeing other campus facilities like the library and cafes to go to lunch with our Student Ambassadors.
Funding The University of Plymouth will fund travel to and from Plymouth, typically from your closest train station. Where necessary, we will include overnight accommodation the night before to ensure students get a full day of shadowing. There will also be a complimentary lunch from one of our 9 cafes on campus for students to use during the Shadowing day.
Please click here for further information about the scheme To apply, please complete the booking form DEADLINE 21/12/18
Applications for the Sutton Trust US Programme for Sixth Formers
NOW OPEN What is it? The Sutton Trust US Programme is designed to support high achieving Year 12 students from state schools across the UK to explore US study and access leading universities. It includes two residentials in the UK, before all students spend a week in the US staying on campus at a leading US university and visiting a variety of other American universities. An optional second year of the programme supports students to apply to US universities alongside their UCAS options. How much does it cost for students? The programme is free for students, including travel, food, accommodation, admissions test preparation and more, all costs are covered by The Sutton Trust and its donors. Who are we looking for? To be eligible to apply, students must be: Currently Year 12 (England and Wales), S5 (Scotland), or Year 13 in Northern Ireland. PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA When is the deadline for students to apply? Students must submit their application by 20th January 2019. However, we strongly advise you get started earlier, as the application form requires some thinking!
For further information please click here
SUBJECT TASTER DAYS
YEAR 12 SUBJECT TASTER DAYS AT OXFORD BROOKES UNIVERSITY At Headington Campus Each day will include: Campus tour; Subject sessions led by academics; Lunch and travel contributions. Students can come along independently by booking through a teacher.
Thursday 10th January – Experience Humanities
Students will be able to have a taster of three of the five following degrees: Communication, Media and Culture; History; Education Studies; Philosophy; and Psychology.
Tuesday 15th January – Experience Health and Life Sciences (Healthcare)
Students will choose from one of two taster streams: 1) Children’s Nursing, Midwifery, and Social Work; 2) Adult Nursing, Physiotherapy, Paramedic Science. There will also be a session on Applying to Healthcare subjects.
Thursday 17th January – Experience Business
Students will be able to have a taster of degrees such as Business and Management and Accounting and Finance, with part of the day dedicated to the value of placements during a Business degree.
Thursday 24th January – Experience Technology and Design
Students will choose from one of two taster streams: 1) Music, covering technical and creative aspects; 2) Film, Digital Media and Art;
Thursday 31st January – Experience Health and Life Sciences (Biology and Sport) (Marston Road Campus, 9.30AM-3.30PM)
Students will choose from one of two taster streams: 1) Biological Science degrees; 2) Sport degrees.
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What? FREE one-to-one support for sixth form students with applying to university, writing UCAS personal statements and discussing your future options. We also have a quiet study space for sixth form students to use for studying and revising as well as opportunities for paid internships.
Interested? Contact us on 0117 9878421 Or e-mail louise.lane@intouniversity. org
Where?
Where?
IntoUniversity Bristol South, The Withywood Centre, Queens Road, BS13 8QA
IntoUniversity Bristol East, The Old Library, Trinity Road, BS2 0NW
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Gap Years
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS TO VOLUNTEERING ABROAD? Volunteering abroad can change your life. It puts you right at the heart of local communities, giving you a chance to immerse yourself in their culture while giving back in a meaningful way. A carefully selected volunteer project that is managed to be sustainable and long-term, ensures you can be sure that the time you give contributes to a broader journey. You can learn a lot from volunteering abroad and experiencing new cultures and ways of life. When you get back home, those lessons translate into skills and experience that benefit you personally and professionally. For more info CLICK HERE
Find Your Perfect Campus Today Here at Summer Discovery we hope your 2018 is off to a great start! We're happy to announce the launch of our new website. Check out our new look and see our website highlights: Find your perfect campus Use our program finder to search program options by academic interest, campus, grade and length. Business, Medicine, STEM & Research, College Admissions Prep and more. We offer 300+ courses in 30 academic options. About us Learn about our 52 year history of success and meet our leadership team. Middle School Options. Learn about our Enrichment and Gifted & Talented programs at Yale University, UCLA and Georgetown University.
We have tailored a bespoke prospectus for students giving them the unique opportunity to volunteer at our charitable projects in Sri Lanka whilst conducting an educational tour around the country. Our prospectus is available to schools as either a school trip (accompanied with teachers) or can be ran independently from the school. We believe that our prospectus will be of great interest to you and most importantly your students. We run 4 programmes 路 Sports Development Programme 路 English Development Programme 路 Marine & Conservation Programme 路 Textile & Design Programme
To find out more information and apply, click here
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Volunteering & Work experience
Nuffield Research Placements For Yr 12 STEM students (Summer holiday placement 2019) A fantastic opportunity to work alongside a researcher in either a university or an industry setting. The aim of the scheme is to give students a hands-on experience of research in action, providing them with information about what a career in STEM might be like. What will I be doing? Students will carry out their own mini research project, write up a scientific report and design a poster about their findings which they present at the Celebration Event after the end of the placements. Students are supported to develop the skills needed for these activities (academic writing, communication, independent and team working and the soft skills around work such as time management and organisation) by their project mentor and by the regional Nuffield Research Placements Coordinator and team. When is it? For 4-6 weeks full time over the school/college summer holidays. Exact dates and location will depend on your placement. What’s in it for me? The experience is a great to put on any CV or UCAS form and will make you stand out as a serious contender in any application. How do I apply? Students can check if they are eligible for the scheme, please click here. Applications can be made online via the website link here.
The deadline for applications is Thursday, 31st January 2018
SUE DIAMOND, REGIONAL COORDINATOR WILL BE GIVING A TALK ON THIS IN COLLEGE ON TODAY, WED, 12TH DECEMBER @ 2.30-3.30PM IN B208 ALL STUDENTS WELCOME!
School & College Insight Week 2019– Summer Placements in Business and Finance for Year 12 Students Announcing We’re proud to be launching our School & College Insight Week programmes for 2019, a week-long paid summer placements for Year 12 students (first year of A-Levels or equivalent). Aim The aim is to give young people an opportunity to gain access to professional services, develop their employability skills and discover more about their career opportunities with PwC. The Offer In the West & Wales region, we are offering a Business Insight Week in the Bristol office. More details and the application form can be found here. Our Insight Weeks: What do you need to know? Running in summer 2019, with around 400 places across the UK, each student will be fully supported during the week and will gain an insight into life at PwC They’ll complete a full induction and spend time with employees to experience first-hand what life at PwC is all about After the week is complete, successful students will have the opportunity to be fast-tracked to the final stage of the recruitment process for our full-time Apprenticeship programmes
Closing date for online applications is 31st January 2019
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Work experience opportunity at GKN Aerospace in 2019
GKN Aerospace is the world’s leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier and have work experience opportunities in 2019 at their Filton site during the following weeks: w/c 11th March w/c 8th April w/c 13th May w/c 3rd June w/c 17th June w/c 1st July w/c 15th July If you are interested in applying for one of these weeks, please pop into Career Zone for an application form and return to Bristol.WEX@gknaerospace.com
Work experience opportunity at Airbus in 2019 Airbus is offering a fantastic opportunity for students to gain work experience and help them stand out from the crowd. Length: 4 days Sites: Filton & Broughton Ages: 14-19 How to apply Email a CV and a covering letter to workexperience@airbus.com. Include Airbus WEX Broughton or Airbus WEX Filton to the subject line. Include preferred dates. Applications open until: * Friday 1 March 2019 for the Summer term dates below * Selection will be based on the application * Successful applicants will be notified after the closing dates 2019 dates: Summer Term Time: 17 June - 20 June (Filton and Broughton) 1 July - 4 July (Filton and Broughton) 15 July - 18 July (Filton and Broughton) Should you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact: Carrie Ford, Wellbeing Coordinator, On behalf of BAWA Subcontractor for Human Resources, (Airbus Operations Ltd) Phone: +44 (0) 117 936 0504
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
At hop, skip and jump we provide flexible and wrap around care for children and young adults with additional needs. Our Bristol centre has a large area to explore with a wide range of areas including a dark sensory room, a white sensory room, soft play / ball pit area, a music room, a games room and an art room. We also have a fully working kitchen and a massive outdoor space equipped with climbing frames, swings, slides for all ages and abilities and a lovely sensory area. We provide a range of different sessions throughout the year which include: Respite sessions: These sessions run every Saturday and during the school holidays (except Tuesday and Thursday mornings), for children and young adults with additional needs and challenging behaviours. Stay and play sessions: These sessions run every Saturday and during the school holidays (except Tuesday and Thursday mornings) where the service user can come with either their families or carers to use the centre independently. The service user is in full care of their family or carer. After school club sessions: These sessions are currently run on Wednesday and Friday evenings 3:30- 6:00, offering children and young adults with additional needs and challenging behaviour a safe environment to build social skills and engage in fun activities. For further details, please call 0117 9677282 and visit
Volunteer vacancies Please contact ginaj@ablc.org.uk for information about general volunteering opportunities at the Law Centre. Reception/Admin Volunteers We are currently recruiting volunteers to join our busy and friendly reception/ administration team. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are able to give us a regular half-day per week. Please contact the email above, or download the information pack Here