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Here you can find out where to get more information and intelligence of the UK labour market. The widget and websites listed here all use data from the LMI for All service. Some of the websites combine LMI for All data with other types of information, such as videos, whilst others present data as charts. Take a look and see which websites you like.

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Careerometer can be used to explore and compare key information about occupations, help you learn about different occupations and identify potential careers.

It provides access to a selection of UK headline data relating to pay, weekly hours of work and future employment prospects for different occupations, as well as description of the occupation.

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LMI Learning Units

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What is LMI and why is it important?;

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Understanding replacement demand and skills shortages.

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SACU is an online source of careers information for young people, parents, teachers and careers advisers.

RCU Ltd. is a data dashboard which draws on LMI for All data and is designed to help inform curriculum design.

For more websites that display labour market information have a look at our directory of LMI for All users.

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Skillsometer an help you discover what jobs you might like to do in the future. You will be presented with a series of statements. Select the emoji shows how you feel about each statement. You will then be given suggestions of jobs linked to what you most enjoy doing. For each job, you will be presented with some headline UK data.

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Who can apply?

This programme is aimed at those in the later years of full-time secondary, sixth form or college education who are keen to get an introduction to what a career in financial services may be like.

The Work Experience programme is delivered each Summer. Specific details regarding each opportunity are available when you apply.

To be considered for the programme, you will:

Be in full-time education either at secondary school, sixth form or college at the time of the work experience commencing

Be keen and motivated to find out more about HSBC and to be prepared to complete the application process, which will include an online assessment and if successful, a telephone interview

How to apply

We encourage you to choose and apply for a location to which you can reasonably commute, as early as possible, as applications will close when all placements are filled. Please keep in mind we will not be able to offer placements in locations not listed.

Please note you must obtain approval from your school or college to undertake this work experience as it falls within the standard school/college term-time.

What to expect

Supported by experienced managers, you will be shadowing colleagues and encouraged to ask questions to help you understand more about HSBC. During the work experience, you will learn what it is like to work in one of our retail, commercial, operational or head office areas (subject to availability).

You will get to know HSBC - our values, our history and exactly what we do - and gain an insight into actual jobs that you would be doing if you came to work for us full-time. There will be an opportunity to develop your skills and grow your confidence.

Whether you decide to start an apprenticeship or go to university in the future, the work experience programme is a great early insight into a potential career choice

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Our programme will provide you with an insight into what it is like to work for a global bank, and help you to decide your future career options.

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Thank you very much for providing me with this excellent, unique and exclusive opportunity. I thank you for all your hard work in assembling this program and couldn't be more grateful for the chance to experience what a career is like in this industry, as previously I had no idea what a career in engineering was like. It was a very enjoyable program that was very interactive and challenging. It was extremely engaging while also forcing you to be independent and use your own brain to accomplish things.

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It really opened up my view to types of work and the paths I can take to get there. It was really entertaining and interesting and really raised my interest in working at Atkins as you clearly showed how amazing the team is and the support especially on the mental health side of things. Thank you so much again for all your time, work and effort and I hope I can seek guidance from you all again!

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Thank you so much for engaging with people like myself who dream to end up in a position that you're in at the moment. As a girl myself, I found it so comforting hearing about how welcomed the female industry professionals were at Atkins and it really encouraged me to keep working towards a career in engineering and to not be put off in this male-dominated industry as I now realise I deserve to be there just as much as anybody else.

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Equivalent to 3 A levels

T Levels are an alternative to A levels, apprenticeships and other 16 to 19 courses. Equivalent in size to 3 A levels, a T Level focuses on vocational skills and can help students into skilled employment, higher study or apprenticeships.

A 45-day Industry Placement

Each T Level includes an in-depth industry placement that lasts at least 45 days. Students get valuable experience in the workplace; employers get early sight of the new talent in their industry.

80% Classroom, 20% Work

T Level students spend 80% of the course in their learning environment, gaining the skills that employers need. The other 20% is a meaningful industry placement, where they put these skills into action.

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T Levels: what they are

T Levels are new 2-year courses which are taken after GCSEs and are broadly equivalent in size to 3 A Levels. Launched in September 2020, these courses have been developed in collaboration with employers and education providers so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for entry into skilled employment, an apprenticeship or related technical study through further or higher education.

T Levels offer students practical and knowledge-based learning at a school or college and on-the-job experience through an industry placement of at least 315 hours - approximately 45 days.

The courses are available at selected colleges, schools and other providers across England.

T Levels are being gradually rolled out. The first 16 have now been launched and our aim is to have 24 T Levels available.

We have published a list of the providers offering T Level courses up to September 2024.

How T Levels will work with other qualifications

T Levels will become one of the main choices for students after GCSEs alongside:

apprenticeships for students who wish to learn a specific occupation 'on the job'

A levels for students who wish to continue academic education

other qualifications not served by A levels or T levels, including sport science, performing arts and small qualifications designed to be taken alongside A levels

The Department for Education ( DfE) is streamlining and improving the quality of the post-16 level 3 qualifications system. We are strengthening progression pathways, creating clearly defined academic and technical routes with high quality qualifications leading to further study, and/or skilled employment. This will help students to make good choices and see more easily how their study will help them to progress.

T Levels are based on the same standards as apprenticeships, designed by employers and approved by the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (the Institute).

We expect the total time for a T Level to be around 1,800 hours over the 2 years, including the industry placement. This is a significant increase on most current technical education courses.

T Levels differ from an apprenticeship. T Levels prepare students for work, further training or further study. An apprenticeship is typically 80% on-the-job and 20% in the classroom and is more suited to those who want to earn a wage and learn at the same time, and are ready to enter the workforce at age 16.

How T Levels have been developed

Employers and providers work together to develop each T Level, with support from DfE and the Institute. Groups of employers have defined the skills and requirements for each T Level course by participating in T Level panels. This ensures that students taking T Levels will develop the technical knowledge and skills required by employers in that industry.

The T Level panels have developed the content for the technical qualifications which are part of each T Level programme, based on the same standards as apprenticeships. These plans are then tested and reviewed with students, education providers and additional employers.

The technical qualifications for 2020, 2021 and 2022 T Levels have been approved by the Institute.

Structure of a T Level

T Levels require students to undertake both a technical qualification and an industry placement with an employer.

Students are also required to work towards the attainment of maths and English if they have not already achieved grade 4 at GCSE, as students do on other 16 to 19 programmes. However, T Level students are no longer required to achieve either a grade 4 in English and maths GCSE or level 2 in functional skills to pass their programme.

Transition programme

The T Level transition programme is a 1-year post-GCSE study programme designed to support progression to, and success on, a T Level. It's aimed at students who would like to do a T Level but would benefit from additional preparation and support before starting one.

The programme gives students the opportunity to study technical content aligned to T Levels and develop their English, maths and digital skills, alongside work experience and personal development.

You can see a list of providers delivering the transition programme.

The T Level transition programme framework for delivery has guidance on how the programme should be delivered from academic year 2022 onwards.

Industry placements

Every T Level includes an industry placement with an employer focused on developing the practical and technical skills required for the occupation. These will last a minimum of 315 hours (approximately 45 days) but can last longer.

Employers can offer industry placements as a block, day release or a mix of these, and can discuss sharing part of the placement with another employer if necessary.

Providers will support employers offering industry placements. This will include assistance with paperwork, a careful planning process and support with designing the industry placement.

DfE 's employer engagement teams work with employers of all sizes and providers on industry placements.

Employers interested in finding out more about industry placements can contact 08000 150 600, email tlevel.placement@education.gov.uk or visit T Levels and industry placement support for employers.

Grading and certification

Students who complete their T Level get a nationally recognised certificate which shows their overall grade and a breakdown of what they have achieved.

The T Level certificate includes:

an overall grade for the T Level, shown as pass, merit, distinction or distinction*

a separate grade for the core component, using A* to E

a separate grade for each occupational specialism, shown as pass, merit or distinction

It also confirms that the student has:

completed the industry placement

met any additional mandatory requirements

A student's overall T Level grade is worked out from the grades they achieved on the core component and the occupational specialism(s).

Students who do not pass all elements of their T Level get a T Level statement of achievement which shows the elements they have completed.

If students have attained maths or English qualifications at level 2, this is also referenced on T Level certificates and statements of achievement.

Entry to higher education and UCAS tariff points

T Levels provide several progression options for students, including:

skilled employment

an apprenticeship

higher education

To help T Level students progress into higher education, UCAS tariff points are allocated to T Levels.

UCAS points are allocated to the overall T Level grade. Students must achieve at least an overall pass grade to receive UCAS points.

To support students that partially achieve their T Level, UCAS tariff points are also available for both elements of the technical qualification:

an allocation for students that have passed the core component and completed the industry placement

an allocation for students that have passed the occupational specialism component and completed the industry placement

As the relative weighting of the core and occupational specialism for each T Level varies, the UCAS points for partial achievement will also vary across T Levels. Tariff allocations for partial achievement of each T Level are available on the UCAS tariff calculator.

You can find a list of higher education institutions who accept T Levels for entry onto one of their courses.

Register to deliver T Levels

Providers can register to deliver T Levels from September 2024.

The closing date for registration is 24 March 2023. We recommend that providers register as early as possible so they can take advantage of support that will be offered.

Funding for providers

We recognise that significant additional funding is needed for the successful introduction and delivery of T Levels.

T Levels involve more hours than most current technical qualifications at level 3 and providers are funded for the extra hours involved and for organising industry placements.

Guidance on the next steps for providers includes more information on how T Levels are funded.

All T Level providers receive funding for state-of-the-art specialist equipment. All providers, apart from independent training providers, can bid for funding to refurbish existing facilities or build new buildings. Over £400 million has been made available so far for T Levels capital.

Support for professional development

To be sure that T Levels deliver great outcomes for learners, we are giving teachers and leaders the support they need to deliver them. T Level professional development is available from the Education and Training Foundation ( ETF), at no charge to all providers delivering and planning to deliver T Levels.

The offer is shaped around the needs of providers and their workforce alongside relevant regional, employer and curriculum needs. It includes:

training needs analysis to help identify any gaps in skills and knowledge around T Levels

understanding T Levels to help staff in different roles understand T Levels and how they can support their successful introduction

T Level role and route-specific training - pedagogical and subject-specific courses, and other activities structured to meet an individual's professional development needs

professional development for leaders - support for staff in leadership roles to help with T Level planning and implementation.

networks and TRIPs - route-specific networks and T Level resource improvement projects (TRIP) providing opportunities to produce resources for planning and delivering T Levels

industry insights - opportunities for staff to increase and update their knowledge by:

undertaking placements within industry

accessing industry-relevant mentoring

participating in group industry collaboration

engaging in industry-led workshops

Timeline

September 2020

The first T Level courses started in:

design, surveying and planning for construction

digital production, design and development

education and early years

September 2021

T Level courses started in:

building services engineering for construction

digital business services

digital support and services

health

healthcare science

onsite construction

science

September 2022

T Level courses started in:

accounting

design and development for engineering and manufacturing

engineering, manufacturing, processing and control

finance

maintenance, installation and repair for engineering and manufacturing

management and administration

September 2023

T Level courses will start in:

agriculture, land management and production

legal services

September 2024

T Level courses will start in:

animal care and management

craft and design

hair, beauty and aesthetics

media, broadcast and production

September 2025

T Level courses will start in:

Further planned T Levels

A T Level is planned in Catering, for delivery beyond 2024.

Find out more

Students

Visit our T Levels website where you can add your postcode to find colleges, schools or other providers who are offering T Levels. You can also find guidance at the Get the Jump content hub.

Watch our industry placement videos to hear from students and employers who have benefited from industry placements.

Employers

To find out more about industry placements, contact 0800 0150 600, email tlevel.placement@education.gov.uk or visit T Levels and industry placement support for employers.

Providers

The T Level action plan has detailed information about how we have been developing the T Level qualifications for post-16 students since 2017.

It includes sections on:

the rollout of T Levels

case studies

T Level provider information

T Level results and certification

T Levels for adults

T Level capital

progression to and from T Levels

the Ofsted Thematic Review of T Levels

the role of IfATE in T Level delivery

industry placements

communications and marketing

We also have information for providers about the next steps towards delivering T Levels.

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Five key things to know about a legal apprenticeship

You don't need a university degree as you progress straight from your GCSEs or A levels to your apprenticeship.

You earn while you learn. You receive a salary while working as an apprentice, at the same time as studying.

You can apply for an apprenticeship through LawCareers.Net: there is a comprehensive and searchable jobs board of current vacancies in 'The Law Apprenticeships Guide' section of www.lawcareers.net.

You can work in a law firm, private company or local government as many different types of organisation employ legal apprentices.

You will qualify as a solicitor, legal executive or paralegal: various apprenticeship options enable you to become different types of lawyer.

Find out more in the rest of the guide.

Welcome

How do I decide whether a law apprenticeship is for me? This guide helps you to:

If you are deciding whether to go to university after leaving school or start your career as a lawyer straight away with an apprenticeship, The Law Apprenticeships Guide 2021 can help. Don't worry if you don't know much about the legal profession or apprenticeships - this guide is designed to give you the information you need before you choose your next step. What is a law apprenticeship? A law apprenticeship combines paid work and training at a law firm with part-time study. It is an alternative path to going to university that offers the same career destinations but avoids the expensive fees.

* compare university and apprenticeship paths so you can understand what each offers; * learn about the different types of apprenticeship and where they lead; * find out more about what it's like to work as a legal apprentice; and * check that you have the key skills needed for a law apprenticeship. Where can I find out more? Go to www.lawcareers.net - you will find a jobs board where new apprenticeship vacancies are frequently posted, plus detailed information on apprenticeships and every other possible career path offered by the UK legal profession.

Legal apprenticeships enable young people to get onto a fulfilling and rewarding career path without the cost of going to university. Our apprentices are valued members of the firm, applying what they learn to real, practical work as they increase in confidence, responsibility and independence on the path to becoming fully qualified lawyers. Danielle White, Senior graduate recruitment and development manager, Mayer Brown International LLP

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Apprenticeship v university

University is the right path for some people because it offers the chance to study an interesting subject in detail and gain a valuable degree that opens up career options. University can also be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, filled with opportunities for getting involved in new things and meeting life-long friends. On the other hand, an apprenticeship offers a more direct path to those same career options, without the costs of going to university or the same intense competition for places. Apprenticeships are also perfect for people who are not keen on more full-time study after finishing their A levels and want to kick- start their careers.

It is important to remember that in the legal profession, you can have the same career whether you choose university or an apprenticeship, which means that your choice is not so much about where you end up, but how you get there - some apprenticeships even involve gaining a university degree. Law apprenticeships lead to three possible careers - solicitor, legal executive or paralegal. All three are also available if you choose to go to university. Find out more about what being a solicitor, legal executive or paralegal involves on pages 4 and 5 in "Career paths". Meanwhile, this table explains some of the key differences between an apprenticeship and going to university.

Qualifications Apprenticeship

University

Professional qualifications to become a solicitor, legal executive or paralegal. Completing the solicitor apprenticeship also involves gaining a law degree.

A university degree in one of hundreds of possible subjects which is widely recognised. For a career in law, a university degree in any subject makes you eligible for the postgraduate professional courses you must complete to become a solicitor, legal executive, paralegal or barrister.

Cost Apprenticeship

University

None to the apprentice - the costs of apprenticeships are covered by the

With tuition fees standing at over £9,000 a year and living costs on top of that, many students leave university in tens of thousands of pounds' worth of debt.

government and employers, while apprentices themselves are paid at least the apprentices' National MinimumWage.

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Duration Apprenticeship

University

Eighteen to 24 months for the intermediate apprenticeship, 24 months for the paralegal apprenticeship and six years for the solicitor apprenticeship. It takes around five years to qualify as a legal executive.

Undergraduate degrees usually last three to four years.

Work experience Apprenticeship

University

Full-time work in a law firm or the legal department of a company or other organisation.

Optional work placements and internships - students interested in law should apply for work experience at law firms.

Social life Apprenticeship

University

As an apprentice working and studying full time, you may miss out on some social opportunities that come with going to university, such as the chance to meet new friends among students from all over the world and enjoy all the experiences that university has to offer. However, offices often have great socialising cultures too, with plenty of activities to get involved with, and you are bound to make good friends.

The opportunities for socialising at university are fantastic. From the societies covering everything from political debating to cheerleading, to the thriving music, arts and social scenes at most universities, there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Career prospects Apprenticeship

University

Both law apprentices and university graduates can pursue a career as a solicitor, legal executive or paralegal.

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Apprenticeship career paths

GCSE

A level

Intermediate apprenticeship

Paralegal apprenticeship

Paralegal

Chartered legal executive apprenticeship

Solicitor apprenticeship

Legal executive

Solicitor

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GCSE The foundation of your career and the essential first step - good grades are vital if you want to progress in your legal career.

also integrates a law degree, obtained at the end of the fourth year. Apprentices learn law and legal practice alongside gaining competence in legal skills, commercial skills and professional conduct. Paralegal Paralegals have traditionally worked alongside solicitors in law firms as support staff, but in practice many paralegals do the same work as solicitors - although this is almost always for lower pay. Whether you become a paralegal through an apprenticeship or secure a job as a paralegal after graduating from university, it is possible to progress onto qualifying as a solicitor, legal executive or a more senior paralegal role. CILEx chartered legal executive A legal executive is another type of lawyer who is trained to specialise as an expert in one particular area of law. Within that specialism, the job of a legal executive is very similar to that of a solicitor - legal executives advise clients, draft documents and conduct research to find solutions to problems. Solicitor Solicitors provide advice and assistance on legal matters. They are the first point of contact for people and organisations (eg, companies and charities) seeking legal advice and representation. Solicitors may work in very different areas of law, but the fundamentals of the job remain largely the same. These include meeting and advising clients on their legal problems, doing legal research to find solutions, drafting important documents such as contracts or wills, and occasionally representing clients at tribunals or in court.

A level The academic stage between GCSE and

university or the beginning of a paralegal/solicitor apprenticeship. Again, good grades are essential.

Intermediate apprenticeship The intermediate apprenticeship is aimed at school leavers who have not done A levels. Entry requirements are five GCSEs graded 9-4 (A* to C) or equivalent. Apprentices will develop skills to assist in the progression of cases on an administrative level. It is usually a 15-21 month course. Paralegal apprenticeship The paralegal apprenticeship delivers paralegal training in a particular legal practice area. Entry requirements are five GCSEs graded 9-4 (A* to C) and three A levels graded C or above (or equivalent). It is a 24-month course. It can lead on to further training via the solicitor apprenticeship route to qualify as a solicitor. It is also possible to go on to qualify as a chartered legal executive, although smaller numbers of paralegals take this route. Solicitor apprenticeship The solicitor apprenticeship is a six-year programme of paid, on-the-job training ending in qualification as a solicitor. The entry requirements are five GCSEs graded 9-4 (A* to C) and three A levels (minimum grades vary among employers from CCC - AAB) or equivalent work experience. The apprenticeship

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Meet the apprentice

Chris Howes Mayer Brown International LLP

Chris is in the second year of the solicitor apprenticeship programme at Mayer Brown International LLP.

Why did you decide to do an apprenticeship?

I had previously considered a career in law and this apprenticeship was a good compromise between work and education. At the time that I began applying, I had been out of education for a year and didn't feel that I wanted to go back into an environment that was entirely focused on academia, or that a traditional university experience was the right option for me. An apprenticeship seemed like a good opportunity to get a degree, work and make a positive and tangible difference.

What is a typical day at work like?

One of the big positives of undertaking the solicitor apprenticeship at Mayer Brown is that we change seats every six months. As a result, the work is very varied and it's difficult to describe a typical day. I currently work in the pensions team and undertake a wide variety of different tasks. I conduct a lot of legal research, looking through legislation and documents to try and find the answers to questions and/or problems posed by clients. A lot of my work also involves drafting emails and other correspondence, as well as producing articles and updates that are distributed to clients and other interested parties. I also try to take an active role within the life of the firm; I am currently sitting on the firm's Charity Partners and NextGen committees, and getting involved with pro bono and corporate social responsibility work.

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How have you found juggling work with your study days?

As apprentices, we have one day a week out of the office, on which we attend online lectures. We also have preparation and consolidation work that must be completed around those lectures. I'm managing well with the studying aspect of the programme so far and have not yet had to study outside of that day a great deal, except when I've had upcoming exams or coursework deadlines. I am conscious that as the demands of work and the course increase, it might become more difficult to balance the two - although I am pleasantly surprised with how it's turned out so far.

What is the most enjoyable aspect of being an apprentice?

It's been very enjoyable studying areas at university that I have already come across at work. I learn best through doing things and my job brings classroom topics, such as the theory of contract, to life in a practical way. The fact that we rotate around the firm also gives us the chance to build really strong relationships with people in different practice areas, which is great on both a professional and a personal level.

What advice would you give to anyone considering an apprenticeship?

It's a big commitment. It's important to keep motivated and focused on the end goal, while making the most of what you're doing throughout the six years of the apprenticeship. In addition, make sure that you fully research each firm's individual apprenticeship programme before applying - they're not all the same! One of the major advantages of an apprenticeship at Mayer Brown is that we rotate every six months and are exposed to a wide variety of skills and areas of law. However, at other firms you might stay in the same area for four years. You should think about what you want in a job and what you want to spend the next six years doing. Don't be afraid to ask questions in order to gain a greater understanding of what the programme entails. Above all though, a solicitor apprenticeship is a great opportunity - embrace and make the most of it!

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Meet the apprentice

Holly Moore ITV

Holly Moore is a fifth-year solicitor apprentice, currently in the ITV Network Legal and Business Affairs team at ITV. She will move around the business, with three one-year seats (a seat is a period of training in a particular department), four six- month seats, and two six-month seats at law firms.

How did you find out about/research the legal apprenticeship route?

I always knew that I wanted to be a lawyer, but I didn't want to go to university full time and I did want to gain some practical work experience. I searched everywhere for alternative routes - I relied heavily on the government careers website, CILEx and LawCareers.Net for information. I first read about paralegal apprenticeships, but then discovered the solicitor apprenticeship. It was the ideal combination of going to university to gain the correct qualifications, with the added benefit of six years' work experience and no university debt!

What about the route appealed?

I get to apply the modules I'm studying at university in a very immediate way. For example, I studied contract law in my first year and every day at work I draft and negotiate a variety of contracts. I'm using my knowledge as I learn it, rather than having to wait for five years to apply it! Plus, working at ITV has been perfect for me - it offers everything I was looking for, including both in-house and private practice experience.

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What do you do day to day?

I'm currently with the ITV Network team, which is the broadcasting arm of ITV. I work mainly on development and commissioning agreements with both internal and external producers across all genres, such as entertainment, factual and drama. I draft and negotiate these contracts, with the support of senior lawyers when necessary. Much of what I do is the same level of work as the trainees, which feels great and really rewarding.

What do you most enjoy - and find the most challenging - about your apprenticeship?

The most enjoyable part is working in a friendly and creative environment - it is fast-paced and challenging, and there is so much variety in the people I work with and the work I do; every day is different. There's always a new show, contract or discussion and I'm involved with all of that, and learning what goes into creating a show, from start to finish. I also love studying all areas of law at uni! The challenge is taking on a lot of responsibility at a young age; I came straight into this role after taking my A levels. It encouraged me to gain a level of maturity; you have to manage your own workload and study, and ensure that you balance that with your life outside work. It doesn't undermine how much I love it, though - I would choose the exact same route if given the choice again. I am very lucky to have a supportive team around me.

What is your best piece of advice for those considering applying for a legal apprenticeship?

Do lots of research into the different routes. There are new apprenticeships becoming available all the time, so you need to seek that information out. And if you think that it might be right for you, then you have to engage fully; you can't go into it in a half-hearted way. It requires a lot of commitment and sacrifice in terms of time - it's very different to full-time uni! It can be tough, because of the amount that you're juggling, but it's worth it and also has the advantage of being paid! Talk to careers advisers, email firms, talk to your teachers; the more research you do, the more you'll be certain that it's something you want to pursue.

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Key questions

Below are some frequently asked questions about legal apprenticeships.

How do I know if law is the right career for me? At this early stage, it can be hard to be sure, but ask yourself

Haven't all lawyers been to private schools and Oxbridge? No. Most firms understand that

some key questions as a start. Do you find legal issues interesting? Are you intrigued by the ways in which the law is part of everyday life? Is there an area (eg, crime, the environment or human rights) that has caught your attention? Are you the kind of person who would thrive in a fast-paced legal environment? The best way to really find out whether law is for you is by talking to lawyers and doing some quality work experience within the legal profession. What skills and strengths do you need to be a good lawyer? Several important skills are needed to be a good lawyer. Many of them are developed during your academic studies, while others become apparent in your working life - the advantage of developing them as an apprentice is that you will be doing both simultaneously. The attributes that most recruiters look for include: intellectual ability (ie, strong grades); motivation; resilience; accuracy; teamwork; leadership; commercial awareness (an interest in the business world); and communication skills. If you have the majority of these, law could be a good option for you!

the best workforces are representative of the whole community, which means recruiting the best candidates regardless of background. Most employers have their own diversity policies to ensure that they provide a welcoming and supportive environment for people whatever their gender, ethnicity, sexuality, age or socioeconomic background. In fact, legal apprentice schemes are one of the ways that firms are trying to attract and recruit a more diverse group of employees.

Who can become an apprentice?

Many legal apprenticeships are aimed at students who want to

move into a vocation after completing their GCSEs or A levels. Most legal apprentices have recently finished secondary education, but apprenticeships are also open to mature candidates (eg, those who have had a previous career).

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Do I have to study A-level law to be an apprentice? In short, no. People do much better in subjects that they are

What do I need to know about my first day at work? Your first day in any job can be intimidating but don't worry -

interested in, so pursue A levels (and GCSEs) which you think you will enjoy. A level is about studying interesting subjects and developing key skills - specialist legal training comes later. Also, very few universities list A-level law as a requirement, even for those wanting to start a law degree, so it is not essential. In fact, you can become a lawyer without ever completing a law degree by choosing a non-law degree and then doing a law conversion course (eg, the Graduate Diploma in Law). Achieving good grades is important, whichever subjects you choose. Go for subjects that you enjoy and do well in to give yourself the best chance of passing with flying colours. It is much better to get As and Bs in three subjects than it is to get Bs and Cs in four, so don't give yourself too much to do.

most firms have comprehensive induction programmes for new joiners. You may also find yourself starting on the same day as other apprentices, so there are likely to be others in the same boat. Some firms will also give you a trainee buddy or mentor to help you adjust. Be yourself, ask questions, show enthusiasm, and pretty soon you'll feel right at home. One note on dress code: lawyers are business people and their clients expect them to look the part. While some firms are more relaxed than others, your best bet is to arrive looking very well presented. That doesn't mean spending a fortune on tailor-made suits, but it does mean arriving on your first day dressed smartly and ready to do the job.

Should I go to my careers service? Your school careers service is a brilliant resource that you should definitely use. They will

be able to help you with application and interview techniques, suggest places to look for information, and maybe even help you to secure informal work experience or shadowing with a law firm.

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Key questions

Where can I find details of apprenticeship vacancies and how do I apply? There is more information out there about legal apprenticeships

What if I might prefer the traditional route? If you're undecided between an apprenticeship and other routes into the legal profession, such

than ever before. Individual firms/ organisations will advertise on their own websites and elsewhere, including on LawCareers.Net (www.lawcareers. net). LCN has a regularly updated apprenticeship jobs board, so it is worth checking frequently for new vacancies, especially at the end of the school year. The site also has more general information about apprenticeships. Other valuable resources include the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (www.cilex. org.uk/study/apprenticeships) and the government's apprenticeship website (www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship).

as applying for a university place, read The Beginner's Guide to a Career in Law 2021 - the companion guide to this one. The Beginner's Guide is your first stop for information about the university route to becoming a solicitor, barrister, legal executive or paralegal. LawCareers.Net is also a great place for information about this career path, including news, advice, features and interviews.

On LawCareers.Net you'll find:

A directory of over 1,000 law firms, barristers' chambers and legal educators

A range of videos

Blog posts from law students

Features providing information and advice about pursuing a legal career

Personalised careers advice via The Oracle

Profiles of lawyers and recruiters

Tips and articles to boost your commercial awareness

The latest legal news

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Vocational qualifications are practical qualifications that relate to a specific job or career sector.

Unlike more academic courses like A-levels, they combine a mix of theory and practical learning and you'll probably do some work experience too.

There's a huge range of different courses that you can do, and many types of qualifications you can get, from entry level to advanced. The length of the course depends on what level you study at.

Why should I study a vocational subject?

Vocational qualifications are a good option if you have a clear idea of what type of career or trade you'd like to work in. They can help you to get the specific skills you need to get your first job or progress further in your career.

However, if you're not sure yet what you want to do, you could find many (but not all) of the courses quite limiting, something we'll explore further in this article.

You can take vocational qualifications from the age of 14 (although there are a lot more options from 16) alongside, instead of, or after, academic ones like GCSEs, A-levels or degrees.

Examples of vocational subjects and qualifications

There are literally hundreds of different vocational subjects that you can do. Here's just a sample:

Accounting

Animal care

Beauty therapy

Business

Customer service

Construction

Child development

Electrical installation

Engineering

Environmental services

Food technology

Gas installation

Hairdressing

Health and social care

Health and safety

Heating and ventilation

Hospitality

Journalism

Logistics

Management

Manufacturing

Media and communications

Plumbing

Retail

Warehousing

Entry requirements to these courses vary depending on the level you want to study at, and the qualification you'll get at the end depends on the subject, where you are working (if you study on the job) and the organisation awarding it. Here are some examples:

Business and Technology Education Council qualifications (BTECs) have been around for over 30 years and are designed to give you the skills that businesses are looking for.

You could go straight into work or onto further study with a BTEC. There are options at many levels, everything from levels below GCSE to levels that are equal to a degree.

National Vocational Qualifications (NVQs) are based on the national occupational standards for each career sector. National occupational standards are lists of skills and knowledge that employers say you need to be able to work in a certain sector.

Usually you get the knowledge and skills you need for an NVQ by being trained while you are working, rather than at college, so they are good for people who want to combine working and learning. They are available from Level 1 (equivalent to one GCSE) to Level 8 (equivalent to a postgraduate degree level).

They are usually studied part-time and can be taken as a stand-alone qualification or as part of an apprenticeship.

OCR Cambridge Nationals

Cambridge Nationals have been around since 2012 and are designed for students aged 14-16. They are linked to different industries, and geared to the requirements of each career sector. They take the same amount of time as GCSEs.

The aim of diplomas is to give students practical training and work experience while learning. That means you get out into the workplace more and there's less classroom-based learning compared to A-levels.

You can study for a diploma at four levels - foundation, higher (HND), progression and advanced. A foundation diploma is equivalent to five GCSEs at grades D to G and an advanced diploma is worth 3.5 A-levels.

Where can I study for a vocational qualification?

You can study at school, sixth form, college, university, as part of an apprenticeship or while you are working.

But not all institutions offer them, so it's important to speak to your careers adviser and do some research if you think they might be an option for you.

At school you might take a vocational qualification by itself or in combination with GCSEs or A-levels. There are lots of specialist colleges out there that offer these courses and have good links with local businesses.

What are the benefits of studying for vocational qualifications?

Vocational courses have been developed in partnership with employers and professional and trade organisations, which means that you'll be learning the skills that employers want - great for your CV and career.

You'll develop real-life skills as well as learning theory, and there will be a more practical approach compared to traditional courses like A-levels, which will help you to leave education ready for the world of work.

If you know what job or career you want to pursue, then this can be a good way to make sure that you develop the right skills and knowledge for that role.

Also, if you live in England you now have to stay in some form of education or training until you're 18. So if you've had enough of school and you want to work while studying part-time, a vocational qualification could be a good option for you.

If you're weighing up a vocational qualification against university, you might be interested to know that vocational courses are often shorter than degrees. If you're in a hurry to start work, this will be a plus for you.

Are there any down sides?

Vocational subjects are designed to prepare you for one career or industry. If you're not sure what you want to do yet, you may find that a vocational course is too specific.

If you're weighing up your post-16 options, then some vocational courses take up more of the timetable than a single A-level, so you won't be able to study as many different subjects.

If you're comparing a vocational route to university, a vocational qualification might leave you with fewer options. The benefit of a degree is that it can open up the door to lots of different careers, which means that you don't have to decide what you want to do right now.

Why are they different from A-levels or the International Baccalaureate?

A-levels are more academic and you will spend a lot of your time in the classroom, learning theory, writing essays, doing coursework and studying for exams.

Vocational qualifications are more directly linked to the world of work and involve more project work, problem solving, skills development and work experience.

This infographic shows the different academic and vocational options open to school leavers at 16 and 18 (right clicks and select "Open image in new tab" to see a bigger version):

How do they compare to A-levels?

Level 3 vocational qualifications are equivalent to A-levels, but if you are planning to do a degree, A-levels may be a better option as they are more widely accepted by universities.

What are the new vocational courses?

There has been a reform of vocational qualifications recently because the government was worried some of the qualifications weren't of a good quality. This led to thousands of qualifications being scrapped and some new ones being created.

From September 2015, if you're aged 14-16 you can take Technical Awards alongside GCSEs, which will give you real-life practical and technical skills. You can study up to three alongside a minimum of five core GCSEs (including English and maths).

These qualifications will have to meet tough new government criteria to make sure that they are "gold standard".

For those of you aged 16-19 you can take Tech-levels, covering subjects like design engineering, IT networking and IT user support.

The government reform has led to different organisations developing courses and qualifications that meet the new criteria. They include:

The TechBac is a new technical qualification by City & Guilds, designed to give 14 to 19-year-olds the technical and professional skills they need to progress onto an apprenticeship, into university or into the jobs market.

It has been designed in partnership with industry and combines learning with practical work experience. There will be more than 80 additional technical qualifications available from September 2016 (as long as the Department for Education approves them).

Cambridge Technical

The Cambridge Technical is another new qualification designed to meet the Department for Education's new guidance. The first one (engineering) was launched this year with the rest coming in September 2016.

They have been developed with input from universities, key employers and industry experts and include: art and design, business, digital media, health and social care, IT, performing arts, science, and sport and physical activity.

Are my career options limited if I study them?

Vocational qualifications can open the door to lots of opportunities - from getting a first job, to doing an apprenticeship, or going on to further study.

If you're confident that you know exactly what job you want to do (like being a plumber), then they're a good option. And, even if you want to do a career that requires a degree, you can still go on to study for that afterwards.

However, these qualifications are very specific to certain jobs and industries, and that's where you could find yourself a little limited.

For example, say you do a hairdressing course and then decide it's not for you and you want to work in media instead. You may find that your hairdressing NVQ is not valued by media employers, and so you'll need to consider doing further study or applying for an apprenticeship to get relevant experience.

There have been reports in the news that many so-called vocational courses are "dead end" and don't actually lead to jobs - and that's why the government removed thousands of them.

However it's important not to tarnish all courses with the same brush because many vocational qualifications are highly valued, so just make sure that you do your research, and ensure that the course you are doing is recognised and approved by the appropriate trade body (the group that represents employers).

Are they recognised by universities?

Not all universities (or courses) accept vocational qualifications - some will only give you a place if you have A-levels.

However, a lot of universities will accept a Level 3 vocational qualification or a more advanced one, especially if the course you're applying to is related to your vocational qualification.

If you are still considering university and want to know whether you can apply with a vocational qualification, the best thing is to check the exact entry requirements for the courses you are considering. For more advice speak to your careers advisor or have a look on the UCAS website.

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Vocational qualifications are practical qualifications that relate to a specific job or career sector. Unlike more academic courses like A-levels, they combine a mix of theory and practical learning and you'll probably do some work experience too. There's a huge range of different courses that you can do, and many types of qualifications you can get, from entry level to advanced.

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Qualifications fall into three main types:

1. Academic - these are subject based, the most common being A levels, and are usually assessed by exams. You'll study particular subjects in-depth which can then lead on to higher education (university), an apprenticeship or employment.

2. Applied general - these cover broad vocational areas and give you an introduction to an industry, such as travel and tourism, engineering, health and social care. They combine academic study with practical learning and are usually assessed by a mixture of coursework and exams. They include BTEC and OCR qualifications and can lead on to higher education (university), an apprenticeship or employment.

3. Vocational or technical - these are for those of you who have a clear idea of what you want to do. They focus on a specific industry or occupation and are usually assessed by a mixture of coursework and practical, work-based tasks. They recognise the skills and knowledge you need to do the job. They include NVQs, some BTEC and OCR qualifications, as well as diplomas and certificates from other awarding bodies such as City & Guilds. They will prepare you primarily for employment and may form part of an apprenticeship.

When making a choice you need to think about three things:

Which type of qualification fits your future plans?

How do you learn best?

Check which course fits in with your preferred learning style. Do you learn best through the use of images, maps and graphs (visual), through listening and speaking (auditory), through words (reading and writing), or are you a hands-on learner (kinaesthetic).

Which level is best for you?

Qualifications are grouped together into levels of difficulty. There are nine levels from entry level to level 8. Each level has different entry requirements. Most of you taking GCSEs will achieve results at either level 2 (9-4) and/or level 1 (3-1) giving you the entry requirements to progress on to qualifications at either level 3 or 2. To see what qualifications are available at what level take a look at the section on qualifications in Decisions & Choices. Speak to your tutor or subject teachers to find out what level you are currently working at.

For many apprenticeships and job-related courses you may need to take a qualification at either the same or a lower level rather than progressing to a higher level qualification as you need to learn the basics first.

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Qualifications fall into three main types:

1. Academic - these are subject based, the most common being A levels, and are usually assessed by exams. You'll study particular subjects in-depth which can then lead on to higher education (university), an apprenticeship or employment.

2. Applied general - these cover broad vocational areas and give you an introduction to an industry, such as travel and tourism, engineering, health and social care. They combine academic study with practical learning and are usually assessed by a mixture of coursework and exams. They include BTEC and OCR qualifications and can lead on to higher education (university), an apprenticeship or employment.

3. Vocational or technical - these are for those of you who have a clear idea of what you want to do. They focus on a specific industry or occupation and are usually assessed by a mixture of coursework and practical, work-based tasks. They recognise the skills and knowledge you need to do the job. They include NVQs, some BTEC and OCR qualifications, as well as diplomas and certificates from other awarding bodies such as City & Guilds. They will prepare you primarily for employment and may form part of an apprenticeship.

When making a choice you need to think about three things:

Which type of qualification fits your future plans?

How do you learn best?

Check which course fits in with your preferred learning style. Do you learn best through the use of images, maps and graphs (visual), through listening and speaking (auditory), through words (reading and writing), or are you a hands-on learner (kinaesthetic).

Which level is best for you?

Qualifications are grouped together into levels of difficulty. There are nine levels from entry level to level 8. Each level has different entry requirements. Most of you taking GCSEs will achieve results at either level 2 (9-4) and/or level 1 (3-1) giving you the entry requirements to progress on to qualifications at either level 3 or 2. To see what qualifications are available at what level take a look at the section on qualifications in Decisions & Choices. Speak to your tutor or subject teachers to find out what level you are currently working at.

For many apprenticeships and job-related courses you may need to take a qualification at either the same or a lower level rather than progressing to a higher level qualification as you need to learn the basics first.

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A Levels (Advanced Levels) and AS Levels (Advanced Subsidiary) are courses that students in England, Wales and Northern Ireland take after GCSEs. They're the most common qualifications for university admission. Other qualifications include Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers and other alternatives to A Levels.

A Levels are two-year qualifications that give students a chance to study an existing GCSE subject in greater depth or try a completely new subject like Law, Drama or Economics.

What to expect from A Levels

An increase in difficulty compared to GCSEs

Differences in the way you're taught and what's expected from you

More independent study time - you'll only have between three and five subjects to study as opposed to ten or more at GCSE, meaning less time in the classroom

How many A Levels can you take?

Students can take up to five A Levels but you generally choose three A Levels to study for a two-year course. You can decide to work towards AS qualifications or combine the two. Discuss your options with your school or college and find out whether they'll offer both AS and A Levels so you can decide the best route for you. The vast majority of schools and colleges now focus on A Levels, with the one-year AS Level less popular and available.

If you already know what you'd like to study, you can contact the university admissions office and ask about entry requirements for the course(s) you're interested in.

How many GCSEs do you need to do A Levels?

Most schools and colleges will expect you to have gained at least five 9-4 (A*-C) grades in your GCSEs. However, other pathways are available including BTEC and other vocational courses.

Requirements can vary from four to six passes, so you should check with your school or college. Often you'll need a GCSE at grade 5-6 (B) or above in a subject if you want to continue it at A Level.

GCSEs have also changed in recent years, with most students in England now getting new numerical grades (9-1) and changes to exams, coursework and specifications.

Take advice from your school careers advisor and university admissions departments so you can make an informed decision based on accurate and up-to-date information. It's worth asking questions and researching entry requirements for courses at various universities to get a good idea of the subjects you should take.

Things to consider when choosing your A Levels

If you want to go to university, the main question to ask yourself is: 'Do I know what I want to study at university?'. Your answer will dictate which subjects you should choose for A Levels.

It's perfectly normal not to know what you want to do for a career, or what you want to study at university. Many graduates go on to work in fields unrelated to their chosen degree. However, if you have aspirations for a certain career, you'll need to take a related degree. For example, subjects such as Law, Medicine, Architecture and Veterinary Science will all need specific qualifications.

If you already know what you want to study at university

Knowing what you want to study at university puts you in a good position when choosing your A Levels. Your first step should be to check entry requirements on university websites for your chosen course.

A lot of courses will specify at least one subject you'll need to have studied at A Level. For example, Medicine, Veterinary Science and certain Engineering courses may need three specific subjects. Also some universities publish a list of preferred A Level subjects that are acceptable for general admission, as well as specific requirements for individual courses.

If you don't know what you want to study at university

You may not be sure what you want to study at university, or if you want to go at all. Don't worry, as it means you can choose whichever subjects you want (within reason) and let that dictate your degree choice should you go on to study at university.

There are eight 'facilitating' subjects listed by Russell Group universities to help you keep your degree options open until you decide which course to take:

Biology

Chemistry

English Literature

Geography

History

Maths and Further Maths

Modern and Classical Languages

Physics

Generally speaking, taking two facilitating subjects will keep a wide range of degrees open to you. Make sure you still choose subjects you like - you'll be studying them for the next two years.

If you're still uncertain, phone or email the university admissions or schools liaison team for their advice before finalising your choices.

Other factors to consider when choosing A Levels

What you're good at - your career or degree plans may change so make sure you choose subjects you can do well in

What you enjoy - if you don't enjoy a subject at A Level but need it for a specific university course, you might want to reconsider your degree preference

Your subject combination - if you're taking a science A Level, for example, you should consider whether you need to look at taking another science or maths subject

The syllabus - knowing the course content should tell you whether a particular A Level is the right option for you

The workload you can handle - for example, some courses may involve a lot of essay writing, so be realistic about how much work you can do

Course entry requirements are used to help admissions staff at universities pick students for their courses. Many courses will have more applicants than places so they'll set an entry requirement to allow them to reduce the number of students to consider.

Specific course requirements (e.g. Chemistry and Biology for a Biochemistry course) are there to make sure students can cope with the pressures of the course content itself. The majority of university courses look for at least Cs in GCSE English and Maths. Some courses go further and list specific subjects and grades they expect you to have.

Remember that some courses may only consider certain A Level qualifications or accept certain qualifications when taken with another. This will depend on what the university department is looking for.

For example, a History department may be looking for students who can write essays and handle exams, and so might have a preference for A Level or Highers students. If you're a BTEC student, look out for courses that name specific units you need to pass with specific grades.

Check our subject guides to see if a course might need specific A Level subjects (or equivalent).

Keep in mind

Some universities discourage students from taking certain combinations of A Levels - this tends to be for very similar subjects such as Business Studies and Economics, or Maths and Further Maths

Core Maths generally isn't a suitable substitute for AS or A Level Maths or Further Maths

If you do too many practical or vocational subjects (such as PE, Music Technology, Media Studies, Textiles or Drama), it may limit what you can study at university - some universities include these in lists of 'non-preferred' subjects

Highly selective courses such as Medicine may state that A Levels should be taken in the same sitting after no more than two years of study - this can affect you if you're looking to repeat some exams after sixth form or if you've taken some exams early

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CONTENTS A Levels (Advanced Levels) and AS Levels (Advanced Subsidiary) are courses that students in England, Wales and Northern Ireland take after GCSEs. They're the most common qualifications for university admission. Other qualifications include Scottish Highers/Advanced Highers and other alternatives to A Levels.

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Advanced level qualifications (known as A levels) are subject-based qualifications that can lead to university, further study, training, or work. You can normally study three or more A levels over two years. They're usually assessed by a series of examinations.

What grades do I need to take A levels?

You normally need:

at least five GCSEs at grades 9 to 4/A* to C

at least grade 6 in the specific subject(s) you want to study

However, the specific requirements needed to study A levels will vary across schools and colleges. It's important to check what you will need with the school or college you are looking to study at.

Who are they for?

If you're thinking about going to university, most higher education courses require specific A levels or combinations of A levels (or alternative level 3 qualifications).

If you're not sure what career or job you want to do, studying a selection of A levels can be a good way of keeping your options open.

Choosing A level subjects

The most important criteria for choosing A levels subjects are:

1. Looking at what you are likely to enjoy and be good at. If you enjoy a subject or have an ability in it already, you are more likely to do well.

2. Are there any particular subjects and/or grades you may need? If you have a particular career, job, or further study in mind, you may need to choose specific A levels in order to meet entry requirements.

3. How open you want to keep your future study and career choices?

What you can do after A levels

Many people ask 'What can I do with my A levels?', here are some answers:

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Continue on to university - A levels are the most common qualifications studied to get into higher education.

Keep your options open if you're unsure about what you want to do in the future.

Look for employment - they're valued by employers because they show a good level of education.

Go on to vocational or work-based qualifications, such as a higher apprenticeship.

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Ted Talk - Why jobs of the future wont feel like work

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Why jobs of the future won’t feel like work

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We’ve all heard that robots are going to take our jobs -- but what can we do about it? Innovation expert David Lee says that we should start designing jobs that unlock our hidden talents and passions -- the things we spend our weekends doing -- to keep us relevant in the age of robotics. “Start asking people what problems they’re inspired to solve and what talents they want to bring to work,” Lee says. “When you invite people to be more, they can amaze us with how much more they can be.”

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Ted Talk - The new jobs of the future and other insights on the changing workforce

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Ted Talk - The new jobs of the future and other insights on the changing workforce

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Ben Pring: The new jobs of the future, and other insights on the changing workforce

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COVID-19 will change everything -- and the way we work and learn will be no exception. Will the traditional office structure be a thing of the past? Could our education system start to look more like a lifelong journey? Tech futurist Ben Pring and head of TED Chris Anderson tackle these questions and more in this thought-provoking interview.

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Amazing Apprenticeships Parents & Carers Pack - March 2021

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Amazing Apprenticeships Parents & Carers Pack - March 2021

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Target Careers - Paths to Professional Careers PARENTS GUIDE

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Target Careers - Paths to Professional Careers PARENTS GUIDE

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Read Escape Studios Careers Guide 2022 by Pearson College London on Issuu and browse thousands of other publications on our platform. Start here!

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Rate My Apprenticeship Booklet 2021-2021

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Rate My Apprenticeship Booklet 2021-2021

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GT Scholars - 42 Top Apprenticeship Programmes for Young People in the UK

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GT Scholars - 42 Top Apprenticeship Programmes for Young People in the UK

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Target Careers - Guide to your Future 2020

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Target Careers - Guide to your Future 2020

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Target Careers - Paths to Professional Careers PARENTS GUIDE

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Target Careers - Paths to Professional Careers PARENTS GUIDE

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Student Career Guide 2020-21 2nd edition

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Student Career Guide 2020-21 2nd edition

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Student Career Guide 2020-21 2nd edition

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YEAR 9 & 10 - Virtual Routes into STEM flexible study courses

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YEAR 9 & 10 - Virtual Routes into STEM flexible study courses

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Routes into STEM is an innovative course that provides Year 9 and Year 10 students with a clear understanding of the amazing opportunities offered by STEM based careers. The course allows students to recognise the variety of opportunities available to them after taking their GCSEs, it will provide access to key information on different pathways: College and University and Apprenticeship routes through industry. The course is suitable for all academic abilities – all that is required is a genuine interest in STEM subjects.

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YEAR 10 & 11 - Youth Employment UK - Preparing for Your Future

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YEAR 10 & 11 - Youth Employment UK - Preparing for Your Future

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Preparing For Your Future - Free Online Course - Youth Employment UK

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Preparing For Your Future is a free online course to help 14-16 year olds build skills and careers confidence.

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You'll explore some of the key skills needed for success at university. You'll hear what lecturers have to say about the skills people normally excel at, and the ones they struggle with. Plus, you'll get an inside scoop from students about how to adjust to a university learning environment.

Topics include:

Questioning in a university environment

Links between independent study, revision and reading skills

Using and acknowledging the work of others through referencing

Data and its applicability to university study

Textual analysis and how literary texts are studied

Structuring thoughts and ideas and its importance at university level

Over 7 weeks, you'll work through a variety of topics. At the end of each week you'll get a chance to complete a reflective exercise where you'll look back on your progress and be self-critical about what you've learnt. Self-reflection itself is a really useful skill to develop before you start university.

You'll also get to interact with other people on the course - you can reach out for help and share your ideas with others via the discussion boards.

Past students have some great things to say about the course. And hey, it's free, so what is there to lose?
"This course was excellent and well-designed, with good videos, provoking questions and interesting discussions." - Abigail "It has been an interesting journey and I'm more ready for furthering my education." - Lucia "The course really did prepare me for university." - Sukhjeet "I am now looking forward to the new life as a university student and the potential it brings." - Tate "Thank you for this excellent course, for your time and effort in preparing a most enjoyable and transforming syllabus." - Sophie
You can click the link below:

Watch our range of course trailers for a taste of what you can be part of.
For more FREE resources to help your transition to Higher Education, visit our Preparing for University section of our Resource Centre. Visit Resource Centre

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You'll explore some of the key skills needed for success at university. You'll hear what lecturers have to say about the skills people normally excel at, and the ones they struggle with. Plus, you'll get an inside scoop from students about how to adjust to a university learning environment.

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Skills for Energy need you to get your creative caps on! We’re looking for a new mascot to represent Skills for Energy.

We would like our new mascot to reflect the exciting, fast paced, ever changing energy industry!

The winning design will be featured on selected skills for energy marketing materials, including the new Skills for Energy website, and will also be made into a model and presented to the winner!

Please send your completed competition pack by 12th April 2021 to:

Skills for Energy Mascot Competition Unit 4 Wellington Park Excalibur Road Great Yarmouth NR31 7BB

Or email to: skills@eeegr.com

Entrants must have the permission of their parent or  guardian to enter if they are under 18. In such case, the  entry shall be submitted by the parent or guardian on their  behalf.

Further details and guidelines can be found in the attached document. You can also watch this short video to get some tips from a marketing expert!

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We're looking for the finest photography by creative students currently in Secondary (age 11+) or Further Education (e.g. school, sixth form or college, but not degree level).

Beyond the Frame photography competition has now closed for 2023. Acclaimed photographers Cat Gundry-Beck and Clive Booth joined the Norwich University of the Arts' judging panel to help pick the shortlist and award the winners with some great prizes at our event on Thursday 30 March 2023.

Shortlisted students had the opportunity for their work to be put on show at our Beyond the Frame exhibition in Norwich University of the Arts' East Gallery from Thursday 30 March - Saturday 1 April.

A Canon M50 Mark II camera up for grabs in each age category

Clive Booth

Clive Booth is a filmmaker and photographer, who is a member of the Canon Ambassador Programme and the Adobe Influencer Programme.

James Smith

James Smith is the BA (Hons) Photography Course Leader at Norwich University of the Arts.

Cat Gundry-Beck

Norwich University of the Arts graduate Cat Gundry-Beck is an Irish photographer splitting her time between Iceland and Ireland.

Norwich University of the Arts is one of the UK's leading creative arts universities and ranked in the country's top 10 for teaching by The Times and Sunday Times Good Universities Guide 2022.

Learn more about the university and our BA (Hons) Photography course:
www.nua.ac.uk/baphotography

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We're looking for the finest photography by creative students currently in Secondary (age 11+) or Further Education.

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This is an exciting resource and competition for students in KS3, designed to help raise career aspirations and awareness of the breadth of 350 careers available in the NHS.

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Introducing the competition

Get started by showing this video to your students to introduce them to the NHS and inspire them to create a fun and unique job advertisement for an NHS role. The video tells them what they need to do to enter. There are exciting prizes to be won!

Find out more by visiting the competition page, or explore the teaching resources below.

Enter the competition

Once your students have have researched their chosen role and created their job advertisements, you're ready to submit their entries! For entry forms and details of the competition (and the prizes!) check out our competition page.

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Step into the NHS | KS3 careers resources and competition

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PSHE Key Stage 3 (KS3) resources include a competition where schools can win great prizes while learning about NHS careers. They can also help schools meet the Gatsy Benchmarks.

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iDEA - The Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award

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iDEA - The Inspiring Digital Enterprise Award

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Your Game Plan - Digital learning to shape your future career

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We are dedicated to creating employment pathways, building career confidence and matching future talent to the right opportunities. YourGamePlan helps employers unlock tomorrow's talent.

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Supporting school students on their learning journeys

Between May and September 2020, working alongside top education institutes across the globe, FutureLearn offered school students aged 13+ in the UK and Irelend free courses to support their learning and expand their horizons. Students were able to access tests, gain certificates when they were eligible and keep access to the course content. We'd like to thank our partners who participated in this initiative.

FutureLearn also partnered with the TES Institute and Pearson to bring free advice and support for teachers, pupils, and parents in during unprecedented times as schools began to close across the globe.

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FutureLearn Schools - Free Online Courses - FutureLearn

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Between May and September 2020, working alongside top education institutes across the globe, FutureLearn offered school students aged 13+ in the UK and Irelend free courses to support their learning and expand their horizons. Students were able to access tests, gain certificates when they were eligible and keep access to the course content.

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Parents/Carers - New Podcast from Amazing Apprenticeships & Not Going To Uni *COMING SOON*

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Parents/Carers - New Podcast from Amazing Apprenticeships & Not Going To Uni *COMING SOON*

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Amazing Apprenticeships and Not Going To Uni to launch new podcast for parents and carers - Amazing Apprenticeships

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Amazing Apprenticeships and Not Going To Uni to launch podcast for parents and carers struggling to provide career advice A new collaboration between two leading early careers organisations will tackle the challenges parents and carers are currently facing in trying to support their children with ca…

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Unifrog Webinar - An introduction to Unifrog: Students 

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Unifrog Webinar - An introduction to Unifrog: Students 

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Unifrog Webinar - An Introduction to Unifrog:Parents

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Unifrog Webinar - An Introduction to Unifrog:Parents

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Interviews with inspiring people from all walks of life

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Penguin Talks - How to Achieve Anything with Gareth Southgate and Sharky

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Penguin Talks - How to Achieve Anything with Gareth Southgate and Sharky

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How To Achieve Anything with Gareth Southgate and Sharky: Virtual Penguin Talk

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CORPORATE AWAY DAYS

High Performance has now curated a Corporate Away Day that harnesses the educational qualities synonymous with the podcast and helps steer businesses in the right direction and educate on the mindset it takes to excel. High Performance have exclusively partnered with Pennyhill Park to bring the Away Day alive.
Limited dates available for 2022.

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High Performance has now curated a Corporate Away Day that harnesses the educational qualities synonymous with the podcast and helps steer businesses in the right direction and educate on the mindset it takes to excel. High Performance have exclusively partnered with Pennyhill Park to bring the Away Day alive.

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CORPORATE AWAY DAYS

High Performance has now curated a Corporate Away Day that harnesses the educational qualities synonymous with the podcast and helps steer businesses in the right direction and educate on the mindset it takes to excel. High Performance have exclusively partnered with Pennyhill Park to bring the Away Day alive.
Limited dates available for 2022.

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High Performance has now curated a Corporate Away Day that harnesses the educational qualities synonymous with the podcast and helps steer businesses in the right direction and educate on the mindset it takes to excel. High Performance have exclusively partnered with Pennyhill Park to bring the Away Day alive.

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NEACO - The Take Your Apprenticeship Podcast

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NEACO - The Take Your Apprenticeship Podcast