Hi All,
I hope you are all keeping well and safe.
Welcome back! I hope you had a restful break and you were able to enjoy the sunshine (and snow!).
This week’s newsletter brings you a number of great opportunities including an annual Skills Humber event taking place this Wednesday.
If you find yourself reflecting on your career and progression choices and would like more support please make sure you book a careers appointment with me.
If you would like to contact me via email, my email address is:
Careers Google Classroom code: kqv6l4c.
Skills Humber 2021 st Wednesday, 21 April at 9.30 am – 6 pm
Skills Humber gives young people aged 14-24 the opportunity to meet and network with regional and national employers, training providers, colleges, universities and industry specific organisations.
This year’s event is taking place virtually.
Click here to register
This week’s sessions organised for you
rd Friday 23 April 1.30 pm
Moving on from College (Salford University) Salford university will be speaking about the vital next steps when moving on from college and what support and advice is available to you.
To join click this link
rd Friday 23 April 1.30 pm
Careers in Renewable Energy Vicky Dunn will be speaking about the variety of different careers within the renewable sector, and why this industry is so important.
To join click this link
rd Friday 23 April 1.30 pm
Creating your own Business Andy Green, Entrepreneur, will be speaking about how he built his web design business from the ground up, and how you can do the same!
To join click this link
Meeting ID: 823 2707 5730
Passcode: 887275
University of Cambridge webinar – Are Britain’s Structures for Government Still Fit for Purpose?
On Wednesday 28th April the University of Cambridge will be hosting a talk by the last Cabinet Secre- tary, Sir Mark Sedwill, on one of the most pressing questions of our times.
As Brexit and the Covid-19 crisis have both tested the institutions and systems of government to the UK to the limit, Mark Sedwill will reflect on the strengths and weaknesses of the Whitehall model, and consider where Britain’s state capacity might be improved.
He will be joined by other senior figures to reflect on these issues, including Baroness Sally Morgan, Labour Life peer and Master of Fitzwilliam College, University of Cambridge, and Dr Catherine Had- don, Senior Fellow of Institute for Government.
Click here to register
Franklin College Careers and Progression Evening 2021 th The event is still open until 24 April
Our virtual Careers and Progression Evening is still open. You can continue to login to the event at any time until Sunday, 24th April, but you won’t be able to chat to representatives. You can still visit stands, download documents, view information and view the recorded webinars in the auditorium during this time. The event will close on Sunday, 24th April.
There are over 70 exhibitors for you including: Wilkin Chapman LLP, Army, Engie, North East Lincolnshire Council, Pepperell’s Solicitors, NAVIGO, Humberside Police, HETA, Orsted, Avant Partnership, Royal Navy & Royal Marines, HSBC Bank, JTL Training, SSTG - Ship Safe, Forrester Boyd Accountants, DFDS, Phillips 66, Youngs, Job Centre Plus Civ- il Service, BAE Systems, Smailes Goldie, RSM, KCOM, RB (Reckitts), University of Hull, Hull York Medi- cal School, University of Lincoln, University of Oxford, University of York, Manchester Met University, University of Law, University of Sheffield and Bishop Grosseteste University.
Click here to register for the event
Speakers for Schools Live Broadcasts
Speakers for Schools are bringing you exciting webinars this week – see the details below:
DATE SPEAKER INFO th Mon 19 Green Skills What are Green Skills and why are they im- April 5- portant? Hear from Alice Delahunty, the first Presi-
6pm dent of National Grid's Electricity Transmission GSW Sponsor Broadcast: Alice Delahunty, business, a role in which she is responsible for the
President of Electricity Transmission, Na- safe and efficient operation of the electricity trans- LINK TO tional Grid mission network for England and Wales. Alice is JOIN looking forward to answering your questions!
th Tues 20 In collaboration with Penguin: WBO world cruiserweight champion and author of April 11am Dare to Change Your Life, Lawrence Okolie, joins
-12pm entertainer, host and content creator, Harry Pine- How to dare to change your life, with ro, to discuss Lawrence’s incredible journey from
Lawrence Okolie and Harry Pinero obesity to professional boxer, and his lessons for
how young people can make their dreams a reality too.
To register for this event, please email char- [email protected] with the approximate number of students you would like to attend, and you will be sent the link to join. th Tues 20 Green Skills Want to learn more about how our attitudes to- April 5- wards renewable energy have changed? Dame
6pm Mary Archer, Chair Science Museum Group will be Dame Mary Archer, Chair, Science Muse- speaking about her own longstanding commit- um Group ment to renewables and discussing the work of LINK TO the Science Museum Group’s approach to becom- ing net zero. JOIN
st Wed 21 Green Skills Want to know what the Green Economy is and April 5:15- more about the future of the world of work? Don't
6pm miss out on the Speakers for Schools Broadcast The Right Honourable the Lord Mayor Al- with The Lord Mayor of London. You'll hear from
derman William Russell The Right Honourable the Lord Mayor Alderman LINK TO William Russell about his career journey, how JOIN green skills will have an impact and get the oppor-
tunity to submit your questions!
nd Thurs 22 Green Skills Hear from two speakers from the House of Lords’ April 5- climate action group, Peers for the Planet! We will
6pm be joined by Lord Richard Chartres who led the Lord Richard Chartres & Baroness Rosie Church of England’s campaign to shrink their Car-
Boycott, Peers for the Planet bon footprint between 2006 and 2017 when he LINK TO retired as Bishop of London. We will also we JOIN joined by Baroness Rosie Boycott who served as
Chair of the London Food Board from 2008 – 2017, advising the Mayor of London on sustainable food policy implementation in the capital, and is active in the Lords speaking on a range of issue from food and health to the importance of tackling bio- diversity loss. This is a must watch for students who are passionate about tackling the twin crises of climate change and biodiversity loss!
Advance registration:
Thurs 29th Green Skills Wondering how business’ can become more eco- April friendly? WRAP is one of the globe's leading sus-
tainability charities. Don’t miss out on the oppor-
WRAP Panel event with Julie Hill, Chair, tunity to hear from our panelists from WRAP, who 2-3pm Emma Hallett, Team Manager Collabora- help drive change and create a better world. tive Change Programme, Maria Stapleton, WRAP work with businesses, governments, citi-
Behaviour Change Project Manager & Wil- zens and charities to make the planet a healthier,
liam McManus, Sector Specialist – Food safer place.
To register for this event, please email char- [email protected] with
the approximate number of students you would
like to attend, and you will be sent the link to join.
Apprenticeship opportunity at North East Lincolnshire Council for year 2 students!
Learning and Development Apprentice
Start date: Flexible - to be discussed at interview rd Closing data for the vacancy: 23 April 2021
This is a new and highly exciting opportunity to become an integral part of the councils Learning & Development team. Learning and Development Apprentice will work closely with the existing team who have exposure to all the areas within NELC from Children’s Services to Elected members. Under- standing and supporting the delivery of the wider apprenticeship programme in NELC will also be a key part of the role.
They are looking for a fun and enthusiastic individual with the drive, passion, and desire to grow into Learning and Development and learn from a team of highly experienced professionals.
Along with the huge potential of growth within this role and future career prospects, you will also complete the Learning and Development Practitioner Level 3 qualification alongside your everyday work. The role will require good organisational and communication skills but above all else a passion for learning and for supporting others to learn with creativity and a can-do work ethic.
If you require any further information, please contact Helen Jagger on: 01472 324240
Click here to apply
University of Leeds – Medicine, Dentistry and Psychology Online Summer Schools
Health Sciences Outreach Team at the University of Leeds are delivering three exciting online sum- mer schools this June and July:
Psychology Summer School – designed to give Year 12 students an insight into life studying Psychol- ogy at University, and the science behind why we behave like we do. Taking place Monday 26th – Thursday 29th July, participants will take part in subject masterclasses, hear from our students about their experiences studying psychology, and learn more about the pro- cess of applying to University.
Click here to register
Medicine Summer School – designed to give Year 11 and 12 students an insight into life studying to become a doctor, and the science behind medicine and disease. Taking place across two Saturdays in July, participants will take part in subject masterclasses, hear from our students about their experiences studying medicine, and learn more about the process of applying to Medical School.
Click here to register
Dentistry Summer School – designed to give Year 11 and 12 students an insight into life within the dental team, and the science behind dentistry. Taking place on Monday evenings for six weeks from 7th June, participants will take part in dental masterclasses, hear from our students about their experiences studying dentistry, and learn more about the process of applying to Dental School.
Click here to register
nd Closing date for all three summer schools is 2 May 2021.
TOP TIP – LinkedIn
It's never too early to start building a network with people in your career area. LinkedIn is a platform that allows you to do just that.
LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network with 740 million users in more than 200 countries and territories across the globe.
You can start by linking to your peers now, as in the future they become business re- ferrals. You can check out career paths – find people who are already employed in your desired profession. Look at their profiles to see what they have done to be- come successful. It also allows you to prepare for interviews. When you have a job or internship inter-
view, review the profile of the person who will interview you. Having this back- ground knowledge during the interview will help impress the interviewer.
Click here for a presentation that will help you build a professional
LinkedIn profile
Going to uni?
Campus Tours
With the restrictions easing from 12th April many universities are welcoming guests back on to their campuses and again offer campus tours. All Covid secure measures will still be in place, including things like an adapted route with one-way systems, PPE and restrictions of one family per tour.
Sometimes, in order to gain the full experience, it’s good to visit your desired university. It gives you the opportunity to ask questions and imagine what it would be like to study there.
Here are a few tips on how to get the most out of your campus visit:
The Real Feel Campus visits offer a first-hand view of your potential university. During your visit, you’re normally able to tour classes, interact with students, and maybe even use campus amenities.
Ask Away Ask questions during your campus visit. Campus tour guides are extremely knowledgeable and can help you better understand your potential campus. Great questions to ask include:
How many students attend this university? What is the average class size?
What is the setup for a typical student accomodation?
What kinds of activities or events are held on campus?
How do I get involved on campus? What kinds of clubs or groups can I join?
Where do I park for classes?
Don’t Be Afraid to Interact To make the most of your visit, interact with others on campus. Talk with student advisors. Make sure you stop by the student union, library or office on campus to learn more about your potential university.
Post Visit Actions After your campus visit, develop a pro/con list. Talk through your experience with a parent, family member or friend.
This week’s virtual university open days:
th • Norwich University of the Arts – 20 April 2021 th • The University of Law – 20 April 2021 st • Cardiff University – 21 April 2021 st • Goldsmiths, University of London – 21 April 2021 st • Middlesex University – 21 April 2021 st • Staffordshire University – 21 April 2021 st • UCFB – 21 April 2021 st • University of Reading – 21 April 2021 th • Anglia Ruskin University ARU – 24 April 2021 th • Sheffield Hallam University – 24 April 2021 th • Solent University – 24 April 2021 th • University of Bedfordshire – 24 April 2021 th • University of Plymouth – 24 April 2021
Visit www.opendays.com for Open Days calendar
Not going to uni?
How can Social Media help you find a job?
Social media is a part of most people’s everyday lives, but many don’t realise that it can be used for so much more than sharing photos.
Social media can help you with your job search, here is how:
1. Make yourself visible – gone are the days of sifting through the newspapers to find a job. Today’s students need to be savvy to compete in the global job market. One third of employers use social re- cruiting, so making yourself visible on social media could help you get noticed. A personal profile on LinkedIn (see today’s Top Tip) acts as your online CV and is a great way to showcase your experience. Make sure your information is up-to-date, complete and matches the CV you’re sending out. LinkedIn focuses on work and achievements so is more professional than Twitter and Facebook (and it is widely used by recruiters to source candidates). Other social media platforms can also be used, but be careful about what information you share.
2. Job search – LinkedIn is the number one social media resource for job seekers – the site has a ded- icated “jobs” section and 94% of recruiters use it to ‘vet’ candidates. You can filter the search crite- ria, create email alerts and apply for some jobs without leaving the LinkedIn site. Twitter is another useful resource, you can use hashtags to search for relevant jobs (e.g. #entryleveljob). If you’re interested in a specific company then follow its social media accounts to be the first to hear about new job opportunities.
3. Manage your online persona – a CareerBuilder Survey showed that 60% of employers use social networks to screen potential candidates. This means that what a company can find out about you online could affect your job application. It’s a good idea to check what comes up when you Google your name!
4. Network – ‘Who you know’ plays a big role in finding job vacancies so utilise your online connec- tions. If you’re openly looking for a job, tell everyone in your social networks – you might be sur- prised how many people ask for your CV. LinkedIn recommendations are also a great way to add credibility to your online CV. Ask people who know you to write a recommendation; it could be from a teacher, employer or colleague.
5. Research – when completing job applications it’s important to research the organisation you are interested in. Following a company’s social media channels is a great way to understand the compa- ny culture and see how it communicates with customers. Social media can also help you keep up-to- date with industry developments. Updates happen in real-time so it is often the first place for break- ing news. Read tweets, Facebook timelines, LinkedIn posts (groups, companies, individuals) and Google+ pages. You can read different viewpoints to gauge the bigger picture. This will help you build industry knowledge which could be useful in an interview.
6. Understand social media – social media has had a huge impact on the way organisations com- municate with their stakeholders. It has evolved beyond the marketing department, and depart- ments across each business are using social media to improve their processes. Being savvy about Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn and other social channels is a sought-after skill which organisations will value.
Degree Apprenticeships vacancies
The National Apprenticeship Service website is currently advertising 170 degree apprenticeship schemes in England (some with multiple positions), although, some are still advertised for start this academic year, so make sure that you are checking the possible start date before applying.
See below some of the currently advertised degree apprenticeships schemes:
• Civil Engineer Degree Apprenticeship at C O W I
Click here to apply
• Business Degree Apprenticeship Scheme at J.C. BAMFORD EXCAVATORS LIMITED
Click here to apply
• Digital Marketing & Ecommerce Apprenticeship at BATH SOFT CHEESE LIMITED
Click here to apply
• Legal Assistant Apprentice at AVEVA Solutions Ltd
Click here to apply
• Nursing Apprenticeship Programme at SPIRE HEALTHCARE LIMITED
Click here to apply
• Marketing Degree Apprenticeship at ZENOPA LTD
Click here to apply
• Degree Apprentice - Instructional Design at Siemens Plc
Click here to apply
• Chartered Manager Degree Apprenticeship at City Seals & Bearings Ltd
Click here to apply
• Social Media Marketing Apprenticeship at The Marketing Optimist Ltd
Click here to apply
• Data Scientist Degree Apprenticeship at Direct Line Group
Click here to apply
Many more vacancies for all level apprenticeships are advertised on the National Apprentice- ships Service website, please see link below:
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/
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