CAREER ZONE
CAREERS NEWSLETTER ‘NEW THIS WEEK’ 002
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Volunteering & Work Experience Higher Education Gap Years, Travelling, Other
Careers Events, Information and Opportunities
3Y1’s
Careers Events, Information and Opportunities
ALL STUDENTS Survey
Youth Employment UK is an independent, not for profit social enterprise founded in 2012 to tackle youth unemployment. As experts on youth employment and unemployment, we are ideally placed to understand the complex landscape facing young people, employers and policy makers. We are actively tackling youth unemployment by: Giving young people a voice on the youth employment issues that affect them Supporting young people with the skills and careers support they need to progress
Supporting employers to develop and be recognised for their youth friendly employment practice
Connecting young people to Youth Friendly Employers
Providing expert insight across all youth employment policy areas
Visit their website here: https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/about-us/ If you would like to take part in the 2020 Youth Voice Census please click the link below to be taken to the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/HG2HC9T
Careers Events, Information and Opportunities
All years Medicine Health and Social
‘Caring for You’ event on Thursday 19th March (6.00 – 7.30pm) at the Royal United Hospital in the Post Graduate Medical Centre (PGMC), B20. Follow patients Betty and John as they make their journey from the RUH’s Front Door through various departments at the hospital. Learn how patients are looked after by different specialties such as Medical Assessment, Therapies, Stroke and Acute Oncology after coming through the Emergency Department. This event will provide an update on the urgent and emergency care services offered at the RUH and give you the opportunity to see, first-hand how patients are cared for as emergencies. Listen to presentations from a number of departments and peruse through the wide range of information stands available presenting clinical pathways and evidence of good practice at the RUH. Our clinical experts will also be on hand to talk through their services and answer any queries that may have. Places must be booked simply email us at RUHMembership@nhs.net or call 01225 821262 to secure your seat. If you've already booked a place, rest assured that you're already booked on! You don't have to come alone - friends and family are welcome, and if they aren't already members of the RUH, just let the Membership Office know their name and we can sign them up on the night.
Careers Events, Information and Opportunities
ALL STUDENTS Creative
YO stands for Youth Opportunities. We are Bristol's multi-arts festival for young people, by young people On Tuesday, the 24th of March, we will be hosting an evening to celebrate creativity within our community. This will be an opportunity to make valuable connections between organisations and creatives. We invite 18-30 year olds to come and explore the opportunities on offer. This event will include performances, talks, workshops, exhibitions, food and more. For more information or to get free tickets CLICK HERE
Careers Events, Information and Opportunities
EHCP Learning Development
Project Search is a one-year employability programme based at the Royal United Hospital. It has an unrivalled success rate in supporting young people with learning disabilities into employment, either at the Royal United Hospital or in various partner employers in the local area. Project Search is designed for young people with an Education and Health Care plan (EHCP) between the ages of 18 and 24 who need some extra support in developing the skills needed for successful, paid employment. Students complete three placements lasting for 10 weeks each in various departments at the hospital. There is a large variety of placements available which cover most of the main career choices. Whether or not they intend to work in a hospital, Project Search can tailor an individual programme to their requirements. They are supported in their learning by a teacher and an employment support coach and this support continues once they are in employment. If you, a student or a parent / guardian would like more information, please contact the Project Search teacher, Tony Kelly, by emailing tkelly@fossewayschool.com or calling 01225 824756 or visit their website—CLICK HERE
Careers Events, Information and Opportunities
Leadership/Business / Management 3Y2’s
McKinsey & Company Leadership Academy 2020 27th and 28th August, Wellington College, Berkshire Leadership Academy is a two day all expenses paid residential programme for students in their final year of A-Level studies (or equivalent). Designed and delivered by global management consultancy firm McKinsey & Company, it is a chance to build a toolkit of practical leadership skills and to find out more about management consulting all in a community of like-minded peers. For more information please email us at : leadership_academy@mckinsey.com or visit
www.mckinsey.com/leadershipacademy Leadership academy is an 18+ programme Participants must be 18 by the end of August 2020
The deadline for applications is Sunday 29th March 2020
JOBS AND
All Students
APPRENTICESHIPS
Job Opportunities
Do you know young people age 16-25 who are looking for work? We are hosting a number of employer visits at our Step to Future sessions in the coming weeks! All sessions are held at The Station, Silver Street, BS1 2AG. This week - Tesco (Warehousing) - 11th March, 14:00-16:00 ALM Sports (Sports) – 25th March, 14:00-16:00 Balfour Beatty (Construction apprenticeships) – 8th April, 14:00-16:00
Employers will be available to discuss the different roles available in their organisations and to answer any questions young people have about working for them/in the industry. Please contact Hetty Crampton on - Hetty.Crampton@creativeyouthnetwork.org.uk to register interest, or to ask any questions you may have.
JOBS AND
APPRENTICESHIPS
Public Services Firefighter
3Y2’s
Avon Fire & Rescue Service Wholetime Firefighter recruitment opens on 16th March 2020 at 12 noon and closes on 23rd March at 12 noon. You will be able to register your application from 12 noon on 16 March 2020. All candidates must complete the registration and eligibility screening stage to formally log your application. This takes less than 15 minutes to complete and must be completed before the closing date/time. No late registrations will be accepted under any circumstances. You will need to register your name, address, contact number, e-mail address (all communications will be by e-mail so it is critical that you use one e-mail address only and check this throughout the selection process) and National Insurance Number (please ensure you have this available when you register). You will also be asked to complete the equalities monitoring data which is optional and is not used in the selection process. We encourage you to complete this accurately as it provides us with useful information on the diversity statistics for all applications received. As part of the registration process you will also be asked if you meet the following essential criteria:
reside within Avon Fire & Rescue Service area - view a map on our FAQs page,
must have a full car driving license valid for the UK (maximum 3 points allowed),
be able to permanently live and work in the UK without any restrictions,
be aged 18 or over at the start of the training school on 28 September 2020.
If you do not meet all of the above criteria you are not eligible and will not be allowed to proceed onto the selection process stages. The criteria is applied strictly and consistently and no exceptions will be made. Therefore please do not contact us to query the criteria or seek to apply if you do not meet the basic eligibility requirements. If it is found at a later stage that you do not meet the essential criteria you will be automatically removed from the process.
Deadline: 23rd March 12 noon
JOBS AND
APPRENTICESHIPS
Health and Social All Students
JOBS AND
Engineering
APPRENTICESHIPS
Highways/Civil Engineering Apprentice Bristol City Council We are looking to expand our existing team with a view to succession and offer this highly sought after training and development scheme as what we hope will be a series of progressions to professional status. Under the supervision of the Principal Engineers, Senior Engineers and other members apprentices will provide general technical and administrative support as required. Apprentices will assist the range of planning, design, consultation and technical administrative duties as well as supporting site visits Potential start date: 10th Aug 2020 There are 3 positions available and this is a three year programme, based at City Hall or Temple Street. The Duties / Key Outcomes of the roles include: Support the Project Managers (Principal Engineers and Engineers) in the production of basic drawings Support Project teams in the production of associated design material Assist in the preparation of Public and Statutory consultation material Support Project teams with other technical and administrative tasks as required Undertake site visits and surveys to potential and live construction sites, supported by senior members of the team Assist in the day-to-day delivery of frontline customer service to colleagues, the public, and councillors etc. Basic financial and statistical calculations Secure handling of information To model and promote good equalities practice and value diversity across the service Desired Qualifications
GCSE, or equivalents, maths and English grade 6 (B) or above (including predicted grades).
For more information or to apply CLICK HERE Closing date: 27th March 2020
JOBS AND
APPRENTICESHIPS
Public Services Firefighter
Avon Fire and Rescue Service will shortly be advertising for Operational Firefighter Apprenticeships. We are looking to recruit 6 apprentices to join our service in September 2020, to complete a 2 year apprenticeship which will result in successful candidates completing a Level 3 qualification in Operational Firefighting. Applicants will need to be at least 17 when training school commences (September 2020) and will need to be living within our Service area from the campaign launch date. This apprenticeship opportunity will provide the successful candidate with a wide range of skills and knowledge in regards to community safety and mitigating risks, prevention awareness and the appropriate methods of resolving fire and rescue emergency incidents. They will gain technical knowledge in regards to fire science and behaviour ventilation whilst building valuable attributes such as time management, working collaboratively, situational awareness and remaining calm under pressure. They will also have an opportunity to gain an insight towards the various departments of Avon Fire and Rescue Service such as our Technical Fire Safety department, Community Partnership department and Control. The role is currently a two year fixed term appointment however there may be the possibility of permanency or extension which will be discussed with the successful candidate at a later date.
JOBS AND
APPRENTICESHIPS
RAF IT, Computing, Maths
RAF Intelligence Analyst Higher Apprenticeship in Intelligence Operations (Level 4) As an RAF Intelligence Analyst, you will use state-of-the-art technologies to collect and interpret information, providing vital intelligence, which makes a direct and timely impact to operations around the world.
As an Intelligence Analyst (Int An) you could produce current operational intelligence reports and briefings, or even assist a Squadron Intelligence Officer on a frontline flying squadron by providing tactical mission support to aircrew
Collect, collate and evaluate intelligence from multiple sources
Monitor and analyse radio and electronic transmissions broadcast throughout the world
Analyse and interpret aerial or satellite imagery using high tech systems
Disseminate tailored Intelligence to commanders, aircrew or troops on the ground A 14-week course in the fundamentals of Air Intelligence at the Air Intelligence Wing, Chicksands, Bedfordshire. This course is designed to train you in Operational Intelligence (OPINT). It will give you a good understanding of the sources of intelligence, such as imagery and communications, and the techniques for processing that intelligence. You will also develop the skills to disseminate it effectively, either through written or graphical means or by delivering an intelligence briefing. After completing one year’s total service you will be eligible for promotion to Senior Aircraftman, providing you pass a Trade Ability Test and Basic Trade Training. Further promotion to the rank of Corporal and beyond is by competitive selection once you have successfully completed FT and vacancies become available. Later in their careers established Int Ans may consider applying for commissioning as Intelligence Officers in the Intelligence Branch. For more information, or to apply CLICK HERE
Deadline 01 December 2020
Work Experience and Volunteering
A2L3/2Y1 IMPORTANT!
Are you a 2y1 who has applied to come back to St Brendan's for level 3 studies? Work Experience is a mandatory requirement for 2Y1’s to progress, and failure to organise work experience may put your offer of a 2020/21 college place at risk. If you do not have work experience organised you need to take action IMMEDIATELY, as the deadline for paperwork to be handed in to the Careers Dept. has now passed. You must be proactive in contacting and following-up with employers and businesses over the upcoming days. We recommend each student contacts a minimum of 6 different employers to ensure success. If you have a placement organised please make sure all paperwork is returned to Leanne England (Career Zone, CafÊ Max) ASAP.
If you have already organised your workexperience for the w/c 15th June 2020 this message does not apply to you.
HIGHER EDUCATION
3Y2’S
It's time to apply for student finance! Going to uni or college this year? If you’ll be studying a full-time undergraduate course, it’s time to get your student finance sorted. It can take up to six weeks to process your application, so be sure to apply as soon as you can. If your application is late, your money might be too. It’s quick and easy to apply online – you’ll just need your passport and National Insurance number. If you’re a new student, you need to apply before 22 May to get your money in time for the start of your course, so what are you waiting for? Follow our three easy steps now.
1. Find out how much you can get 2. 2. Apply online
3. 3. Check if you need to send us anything
Apply now!! - CLICK HERE Deadline: To ensure money is available for September courses, apply by 22nd May!
GAP YEARS
Nothing New This Week! Check the Complete Newsletter on the college website for previously advertised opportunities.
Upcoming Events for the Spring Term
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MARCH 19th March—Career Ready Interviews 24th March—Oxbridge Conference Trip 26th March—Into University ‘Uni Prep’ 3Y2
APRIL 3rd April—Inset Day 24th April—UCAS Exhibition Cardiff
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