CAREERS, HE & EMPLOYABILITY

Events and opportunities for students interested in Medicine Apply at www.wanttobeadoctor.co.uk – for school students Ethic Workshop Date      Thursday 19th April 2018 Time      5.30pm – 7.30pm Venue    Room X and Y, Worsley Building, University of Leeds Ethical scenarios form a big part of the interview process and also constantly crop up through medical training and your career. This workshop will give you the opportunity to get to grips with clinical, ethical questions with guidance from medical students. Application Criteria: ·       Year 12 (must be at least 16 years of   age) ·       Priority given to students from a widening participation criteria Application opens March 26 th 2018 – Application closes April 9 th 2018 …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Situational Judgement Workshop Date      Thursday 17th May 2018 Time      5.30pm – 7.30pm Venue    Room X and Y, Worsley Building, University of Leeds. This w

Leeds Beckett University School of Social Sciences Politics & International Relations Summer School 12-13 July 2018 A FREE EVENT FOR YEAR 11 & 12 STUDENTS Are you thinking about studying these subjects at university? ·        Politics ·        International Relations ·        Global Development ·        Peace Studies ·        Human Rights If you want to find out more and get a head start our Politics & International Relations Summer School is designed for you. The event will: ·        examine a range of contemporary issues and debates, and introduce you to a variety of approaches to the study of politics, international relations and related subjects ·        give an insight into what it’s like to study these subjects at university ·        boost your knowledge, understanding and critical thinking for A level, including Government and Politics, History and Sociology ·        enable you to enhance your UCAS personal statem

There are many ways to study at degree level - FE Colleges like Wakefield College is just one other option.  Find out what courses they offer by following the link below:  http://www.wakefield.ac.uk/higher-education Open Day Leaflet - Click here

Wakefield Council Housing have released their apprenticeship vacancies for the summer of 2018.  Please follow the links below to apply. Note -  there is a short closing date of April 3 rd so you will need to start the application process soon. There are currently Paralegal Law, Operational Support, HGV Mechanic and Business Apprenticeships available. http://www.wakefield.gov.uk/jobs-and-learning/jobs-and-careers/apprenticeships-at-wakefield-council Wakefield Council will be releasing further apprenticeships also in Sport, IT and Finance shortly so please keep checking their website. New College students last year managed to get the majority of the vacancies. It is very important that you complete your application to a high standard and therefore you should ask your Progress Tutor or myself for some support. Wakefield District Housing Wakefield District Housing are also currently recruiting apprentices for an Electrician, Gas Engineer, Plumber and of

Higher and Degree Apprenticeships: Meet your future employer 4-7pm on 28 March 2018 Find out more about Higher and Degree Apprenticeships and discover what opportunities and roles are available in the region. You can also meet employers and see the range of companies you could work for, whilst studying for your Higher or Degree Apprenticeship. Attend talks or speak to employers, academics, careers and employability staff and members of the apprenticeship team to get answers to any questions you may have. Download a copy of the programme for the day (PDF, KB) Employers attending include • 3Squared • Azzure IT • Bob's Business Ltd • Halal Kitchen Ltd • In-tend Ltd • JN Bentley Ltd • Lincolnshire Community Health Service • Monaghan's • Noonah • Pennine Stone Ltd • Ramada Park Hall Hotel & Spa • Stage Technologies Ltd • Tonic Works • TRIQS and XCM Exponential. For more information follow the link below: https://www4.shu.ac.uk/ad/hda/28-March/?utm_source=adwor

Unilever On any given day, two billion people use Unilever products to look good, feel good and get more out of life. With more than 400 brands focused on health and wellbeing, no company touches so many people’s lives in so many different ways. Our portfolio ranges from nutritionally balanced foods to indulgent ice creams, affordable soaps, luxurious shampoos and everyday household care products. We produce world-leading brands including Lipton, Knorr, Dove, Axe, Hellmann’s and Omo, alongside trusted local names such as Blue Band, Pureit and Suave. For us, sustainability is integral to how we do business. With 7 billion people on our planet, the earth’s resources can be strained. This means sustainable growth is the only acceptable model of growth for our business. The Unilever Sustainable Living Plan sets out to decouple our growth from our environmental impact, while at the same time increasing our positive social impact. Our Plan has three big goals that by 2020

This event, held at Leeds City College, is an opportunity to find out more about higher level and degree apprenticeships. Aimed at employers and those wanting to take up an apprenticeship, this event is a good opportunity to network with potential employers and gather more information about apprenticeships in the following areas: Higher Apprenticeship in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering (Level 4) Software Developer (Level 4) Network Engineer (Level 4) Laboratory Scientist Degree Apprenticeship Laboratory Technician Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) For more information and to book on to this event click the link below: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/higher-level-and-degree-apprenticeships-information-and-employer-networking-event-tickets-43826808163

Gatwick Airport Gatwick Airport is the UK’s second largest airport and the most efficient single-runway airport in the world. It serves more than 228 destinations in 74 countries for 45 million passengers a year on short and long-haul point-to-point services. It is also a major economic driver for the UK contributing £5.3 billion to national GDP and generating 85,000 jobs nationally, with around 24,000 on the wider airport campus alone. The airport is south of Central London with excellent public transport links, including the Gatwick Express, and is part of the Oyster contactless payment network. Gatwick Airport is owned by a group of international investment funds, of which Global Infrastructure Partners is the largest shareholder. https://www.gatwickairport.com/ Watch apprentices from Gatwick Airport talk about their experiences with apprenticeships here: https://learnliveuk.com/apprenticeships-live-gatwick-airport/ National Apprenticeship Week 5th - 9

Bitesize Uni (also known as BSU) provides Year 12 and First Year College students with the information and opportunities to help them make an  informed decision  about whether or not they want to go to University. BSU will also help you to understand the  range of courses available  to study and develop your  skills for success  at University. On top of that, it is also completely  free to attend.  Everything is paid for by the University, including your travel to Newcastle upon Tyne. You must be eligible to attend BSU. You can check the eligibility criteria we use before you apply. For more information follow the link below: http://www.ncl.ac.uk/schools/events/residential/bitesize-uni/#overview

Apprenticeship Vacancies with Wakefield District Housing Wakefield and District Housing are offering a total of 8 apprenticeships in the following roles; Electrician:  Electricians install cables and equipment, including sockets and switches for electrical installations. They test and commission electrical installations to ensure they work and meet the health and safety requirements. The work is safety critical and you will need to learn how to implement statutory requirements. Gas Engineer:  Gas Engineers specialise in the installation and repair of gas appliances including, central heating boilers and systems, cookers, fires and water heaters. The work is safety critical and you will need to learn how to implement statutory requirements such as the gas safety regulations. Heating and Ventilation Engineer:  Engineers install and maintain building services equipment including heating, ventilation and air conditioning. The work is safety critical including welding and yo

Apprenticeship Vacancies at Wakefield Council Wakefield Council are advertising a number of apprenticeship vacancies in the following areas; Accountancy Trainee Administration - to provide business support to front line services Customer Services Data Information Systems Health and Safety Horticulture (Bereavement) Human Resources (HR) Information Technology (IT) Operational Delivery Officer Path Maintenance and Construction Revenues and Benefits Road Worker Youth Justice - you must be 18 years or over at the start of this apprenticeship Please note the closing date is the 3rd April! For more information see link below: http://www.wakefield.gov.uk/jobs-and-learning/jobs-and-careers/apprenticeships-at-wakefield-council

BDO LLP BDO LLP is the award-winning UK Member Firm of BDO International, the world’s fifth largest accountancy network, with more than 1,400 offices in over 154 countries. We believe in the personal touch; strong client relationships and personally tailored solutions. We realise no two businesses are the same. So whether your business is a start-up or a multi-national, we can help you achieve your goals. http://www.bdo.co.uk Watch apprentices from BDO LLP talk about their experiences with apprenticeships here: https://learnliveuk.com/apprenticeships-live-bdo-llp/ National Apprenticeship Week 5th - 9th March, 2018 #NAW2018

Brother UK Supplier of technology solutions and services for businesses of all sizes, focused on documentation, digitisation, collaboration, identification and mobile products. Part of the global Brother group, our purpose is to ‘grow ourselves through growing others’, supplying a range of solutions which enable people to work smarter and more efficiently, achieving outstanding results along the way. With nearly fifty years experience supporting businesses of all sizes and public sector clients, the business continues to adapt with its customers and their changing requirements. We not only develop reliable products and services (which we’re passionate about), but also uphold our philosophy of how we deliver service and value, both pre- and post-sale, through great relationships. As an Investors in People ‘Platinum’ workplace, great people are at the centre of what we do, backing our technology with the right people to be a great business partner. Our philosophy is simply to