Universities and Careers

National Apprenticeships Week

It’s National Apprenticeships week from Monday 8 February to Friday 12 February.

  • Join each day to discover something new about what’s on offer and what’s involved in studying while working.
  • Hear from current apprentices about their experiences.
  • Meet and speak to employers' apprenticeship providers about what opportunities await you and receive expert advice on choosing between your options after school or college.

To get involved in all of this and more, sign here.

Are You Interested In A Career In The Army?

Would you like an insight into securing an apprenticeship with the British Army on a full salary? 

98% of new soldiers enrol on an apprenticeship, making the British Army the largest employer provider. But what does it mean to do an apprenticeship as a soldier?

Join their event on Friday 12 February and find out more. You will have the opportunity to explore the 40 apprenticeship schemes on offer, ranging from healthcare to IT and engineering to business administration.

This event is open to anyone keen to find out more about apprenticeships. If you are interested please register here.

Free Webinars For Year 12 Students Interested In Health Careers

The University of Leeds is offering free webinars which will give an overview of each of the programmes offered at the university, with perspectives from their current students and a chance to ask any questions you may have.

The dates are:

Monday 22 February: Medicine & Gateway to Medicine
Monday 1 March: Alternatives to Medicine/5th UCAS option
Friday 5 March: Dental Surgery & Hygiene and Therapy
Monday 8 March: Nursing - Adult, Child and Mental Health
Monday 15 March: Healthcare Sciences
Friday 19 March: Social Work
Monday 22 March: Psychology
Monday 29 March: Midwifery


All sessions run from 4.30pm to 5.30pm. Find out more and register here.

 

 

Work Experience - Reminder

Although circumstances are very difficult at the moment, we still hope that our current Year 11 and Lower Sixth might be able to gain some work experience this summer, even in the virtual world. A small number of pupils did manage to undertake a placement last summer, which was a real bonus. Once we have more clear guidelines from the Government about any testing which could take place in the summer, we will be in touch again. Many thanks for your continued support.

Mike Taylor
Work Experience Co-ordinator