Local Apprenticeship vacancies 18/11/14

Latest list available here, some great opportunities to look out for.

This list is updated regularly and is posted on school website Careers page.  If you want to apply, make your application the best it can be. Give yourself time, ask for help, and get someone you trust to run through it before you submit it.

Then when you are offered an interview, do plenty of preparation beforehand (again, ask for some help and there are lots of interview tips online).
All the vacancies are on http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/  There you can look up all the job details using the AV number shown on the list and send in your application.

Careers At Sea open day

The merchant navy is the name given to the international commercial shipping industry.  It is made up of a large number of shipping companies who recruit crew, known as merchant seafarers.  The size and type of ships and their cargoes vary greatly, and trade routes may take them to every continent and across every ocean on the globe.
Warsash Maritime Academy are running an open day on 23 January 2015 for secondary students. Contact them direct to attend.  Website
Event poster

Road Safety Week - this week!

This year's theme: Look out for each other

Lots more info here  

We're supporting this campaign at Cavendish: next Monday we have Brake coming to 6th form to inspire students to look out for each other on the roads.  This a real 'Roadshow' programme which is touring local schools to spread the word, delivered by some volunteers from Skanska.

The Latest Edition of Get Smaart is up and available to view online...

Open it now for all the latest info on careers and study options.  In this issue:

Katy B Exclusive Interview

Science: A World of Fun

UCAS

Your Personal Statement

Read the Online Version right now by clicking herehttp://www.smaartmags.com/docs/smaartnational.php

School Leaver Programme into ACCA with LSBF

Interesting route into accountancy on a paid training contract, studying at London School of Business and Finance. Needs 240 UCAS points and the right attitude! See more here.

School Leavers & Apprenticeship Careers Show

Thursday 16th October 2014 at Design Centre Islington  http://www.apprenticeshipcareersshow.com/

Local Apprenticeships in Dacorum

Here's the most recent list from Youth Connexions.  This list is updated regularly and is posted on school website Careers page.  The AV reference number can be used to look up the full job details on the vacancies page of the national website http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/  

Barratts Trade Apprenticeships

BARRATTS have plumbing and bricklaying apprenticeships available across Hertfordshire.   These are for two years, with more options available after that.  The start date for apprentices is end of August so would be suitable for current year 11's. Closing date is 30/06/2014 although they will close earlier if they receive the right candidates.  You’ll need to be good with your hands, good with people, and happy to work in all weathers. There’s plenty of studying to be done too, so you’ll need a good all round education and be willing to learn even more. No qualifications required.  Apply online at http://www.buildingcareerstogether.co.uk/Graduate-and-entry-level-careers/ 

Silverson Machines Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

SILVERSON MACHINES based in Chesham are running a brand new Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship scheme from September this year in a new purpose built training centre. 
www.silverson.com They are looking for 4 apprentices: this could be of interest to those who are about to take their GCSE's.   This opportunity will be advertised in the local press shortly.  Click here for the advert.

Toni & Guy Hairdressing Apprenticeships

TONI&GUY Hairdressers in Hemel Hempstead are currently looking for 2 apprentices to join the team in the salon. The apprenticeship is a 2 year full time paid position where candidates would also get to study for an NVQ Level 2 in Hairdressing. All study and training is done within in the salon. This is an excellent opportunity to learn the trade and also get first hand experience within the profession with one of the best hairdressing companies worldwide.
It would be a perfect opportunity for students who have a keen interest in hair and are approaching the end of their GCSE’s.
Contact Adam Geraghty, TONI&GUY Hemel Hempstead, 01442 233300  salon@hemel.toniandguy.co.uk

Vacancy for PE and School Sports Apprentices

DACORUM SCHOOL SPORTS NETWORK have positions for PE and School Sports Apprentices. See the advert attached.  Apply by 23^rd May.

NCS Summer Programme 2014

Students in year 11 and 12 can sign up now!
Youth Connexions are again promoting the National Citizen Service (NCS) programme for this summer.  This is a fun and challenging personal and social development programme which helps young people aged 15-17 (school Years 11 and 12) to become more confident by taking part in socially responsible activities such as social action projects.  I have information packs and application forms in Careers Office at Cavendish.
Click here for dates and locations and all the information.

Kaplan Summer School

Designed especially for those in Year 11, Kaplan Summer Schools are FREE three-day events to help improve your chances of getting an Apprenticeship job. You'll get tons of practical advice from industry experts about working in Business and Accountancy, plus a certificate for your National Record of Achievement.  Click here for dates and locations for this summer.

Careers Fair in Luton 25th June

Free end of term careers event for young people aged 15-25 who are looking for:
Apprenticeships;  Work Experience over the summer; School-Leaver Schemes / College Leaver Schemes; Summer courses/ Training schemes (Starting July-August 2014); Summer vacation schemes (starting August 2014); College opportunities; University (help applying/help with admissions/ sponsorship/grants); Gap Years/Volunteering ; Overseas Opportunities; Starting a Business/Becoming an Entrepreneur.   www.big-careers.co.uk
11am-3pm at UK Carnival Arts Centre, near Luton Station

BT Apprenticeships: application window is open

BT are recruiting apprentices on their national scheme.  Their training programme is very good - if you apply make sure your application is top notch - as with all job applications.

Revision tips

I came across this excellent website for study skills and revision. 

http://www.humanities.manchester.ac.uk/studyskills/ 

 

This page on exam terms/glossary looks particularly useful.

http://www.humanities.manchester.ac.uk/studyskills/assessment_evaluation/assessment/glossary.html

Social media could help you get a job

Interesting article on this topic in the Guardian - how to use social media to your advantage when job hunting.

Interested in Accountancy?

Kaplan Summer School taking applications for their free taster courses with information on the Apprenticeship route into Accountancy.  Milton Keynes office is easy to get to by train from Hemel Hempstead.  Open to young people in year 11,12,13.
Back online again at last!

Vacancy in Customer Services at Northgate

Northgate in Hemel Hempstead contacted me about an immediate vacancy they have in Customer Services.  A great way to start out with this excellent employer.  See the details on the apprenticeship vacancy service.

West Herts College Open Events

Spring Term Open Events for West Herts College are 1st and 8th March.  Details on their website.

Oaklands College Open Days next week

A reminder that Oaklands is running Open Events next week.  Details here and see more on their website.

Local apprenticeships

Latest list available here, some great opportunities to look out for.
If you want to apply, make your application the best it can be. Give yourself time, ask for help, and get someone you trust to run through it before you submit it.
Then when you are offered an interview, do plenty of preparation beforehand (again, ask for some help and there are lots of interview tips online).
All the vacancies are on http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/  There you can look up all the job details using the AV number shown on the list and send in your application.

Careers Event 3rd March St Albans

Your Future Fair at The Alban Arena, Civic Centre, St Albans.   2pm-8pm, free entry.  Meet a wide range of education and training providers, companies and organisations.  Suitable for 15+, parents and carers welcome.   Full information here.

Oaklands Open Events Spring 2014

See here for all the gen on the Oaklands College Open Events coming up in February.
More at their website.

Fashion Retail Academy, Open Day

On Wednesday 5^th February 2014 from 12:30pm - 5pm we are holding our Open Day at the Fashion Retail Academy. Our Open Day provides an excellent opportunity for students to meet tutors from  the Academy and also to have tours of our fantastic facilities here. 

 

The Fashion Retail Academy delivers a unique contemporary educational experience, with a range of vocational and work-orientated courses to successfully prepare learners, aged 16+ for employment in the fashion retail sector. An initial government-matched investment from the Arcadia Group, Marks & Spencer, Tesco, Next and Experian has been followed by practical support from other retailers. We are now working with over 110 retail companies who provide meaningful work placements, master classes, and resources to aid teaching and equip FRA students for working life.

 

Located in a fantastic building just off London’s Oxford Street students will learn in an inspirational environment with the latest facilities including Lecture Theatre, IT suites and our very own mock shop. Lecturers at the FRA have diverse retail experience, offering a wealth of knowledge about the industry.

 

Our current course offering for 2014/15 entry includes:

 ·         Level 2 Fashion Retail Art & Design Diploma

·         Level 3 Business for Fashion Retail Diploma

·         Level 3 Art & Design – Fashion & Clothing Diploma

·         Level 3 Art & Design – Graphic Design for Fashion Retail Diploma

·         Level 4 Fashion Retail Diploma

·         Level 4 Fashion Retail Merchandising Diploma

·         Level 4 Fashion Retail Buying and Range Planning Diploma

·         Level 4 Fashion Garment Technology Diploma

·         Level 4 Visual Display& Retail Branding for Fashion Retail Diploma

 We also offer short courses and a representative from this area will be available to speak to on the day.

 To register your place please visit our website: http://www.fashionretailacademy.ac.uk/joining-fra/open-days

Calling all year 12 students

Excellent presentation in 6th form yesterday from Andy Young of Youth Connexions, all about this great scheme for 16 and 17 year olds.  Have fun at half term, learn new skills, support your community, looks good on your CV and on your applications for beyond Sixth Form.
More about the programme at the NCS website or contact me via the usual routes.
(Year 11s - your chance for this great opportunity will be in the summer - look out for the information coming out later this term).

Talking of beyond Sixth Form, now would be a great time for year 12s to start to consider (if not started already) what their path will be beyond Sixth Form.  Don't forget this can include any or all of UCAS, uni overseas, Higher Apprenticeship, School Leaver Programme or employment (aim to have a back up plan, or several).  Don't know what some of these are?  Find out! Ask people, do some research. Look out for information on events, taster days, careers fairs and conventions, etc, then commit to go and make best use of them - no one will do it for you, it's your choice. 

You don't have to choose a career now (although you can).  All you need to decide on is what your next step from 6th Form could be, and being informed about your various options will help you make that decision, depending on your own priorities.

University taster courses for prospective undergraduate students

Message from the course organisers:

Choose from over a hundred courses in multiple subject areas at numerous universities in and around London.

The Taster Course Programme provides year 12 sixth form students with a taste of what life at a university in London is like.  Through your chosen taster course you will experience the different teaching methods used by university academics and gain an insight into the additional facilities available, whilst meeting students from across the UK.

All our taster courses are free to attend and you can choose a course from a variety of subjects taking place at the numerous participating universities. Courses range from voice and drama, to medicine and nursing, to computing and business.

We are pleased to offer over 160 FREE university taster courses in a variety of subjects taking place at numerous universities across London. 
Please note that students do not need to rush to apply straight away as we are giving everyone until 11am on Wednesday 15 January 2014 to initially apply. Full details available on our website www.london.ac.uk/tasters.

Transform your city!

Smart phones, smart meters, smart cars – the world is going smart!
You only have to look around to see that technology and innovation is everywhere.
Capgemini are sponsoring a competition open to 14-18 year olds to create a unique and innovative way to use technology.  Prize is up to £250 to spend on technology, via challenge experts MyKindaCrowd.  5 weeks left to enter.  More here.

Grammar rules for your CV: top tips

Excellent article on Guardian Careers on how to mind your p's and q's (and all that SPAG) on your CV.