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The Accelerator is the flagship programme from the Skills Builder Partnership, supporting schools, colleges and specialist settings to develop sustainable essential skills strategies.

Aligning with 2028 curriculum reforms, it bridges knowledge and skills. Applications for fully-funded places deadline is 10th July!

Places are limited and allocated in 2 rounds.

Visit skillsbuilder.uk/uk-accelerator to apply.

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The Highways Maintenance Skilled Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship (ST0053) is a structured 12 to 18-month program. It trains individuals to repair and maintain public roads and footpaths, set up temporary traffic management, and safely excavate around utility services.

Key Program Details

Duration: Typically 12 to 18 months.

Level: Level 2 (equivalent to GCSEs).

Funding Band: £9,000 maximum.

Core Skills Learnt

Apprentices are taught the practical skills required to work safely on urban and rural roads:

Highway Maintenance: Repairing potholes, kerbs, and laying new surfaces.

Excavation & Reinstatement: Using underground cable locators and safely excavating by hand around buried utility lines.

Traffic Management: Erecting and dismantling temporary traffic lights, barriers, and safety zones.

Equipment: Operating hand tools, power tools, and small plant machinery.

Site Duties: General highway upkeep, such as unblocking drains and environmental maintenance

Entry Requirements

Requirements: Individual employers set their own requirements, but typically look for Grade 2 (or Grade 9-4) and above in maths and English.

Experience: No prior experience in construction is needed, making it ideal for new entrants.

Employers & Career Progression

Apprentices typically work for local authorities, county councils, National Highways contractors, or utility companies (gas, water, electric). Successful completion enables direct employment as a Highways Maintenance Operative, Reinstatement Operative, or Traffic Management Operative, with clear progression routes into supervisory or crew leader roles.

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Bring world-class ballet, opera and design into your classroom with FREE, interactive Live Lessons classroom-ready and curriculum-aligned to build pupils’ skills in Music, PE, Art & Design while boosting creativity, confidence and engagement.

Why take part?

Join FREE, highly participatory Live Lessons led by expert artists

Give every child the chance to sing, dance and create

Deliver engaging arts experiences with little or no preparation

What you’ll explore

Discover…
Introductory lessons exploring ballet, opera and design, travel through time, with live performance bringing the artform's story to life

Everybody…
Deeper dives into a ballet or opera, learn the story, meet the characters and join dance, sing, and make-a-longs

Who is this for?

Non-specialist classroom teachers wanting to introduce students to ballet and opera

Subject leads expanding range of singing, dance and design in curriculum

Busy teachers looking to build confidence with low-prep, high-impact lessons

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Royal Opera House National Schools Program

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Royal Opera House National Schools Program

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RBO Schools Design - Advocacy Pack – Brighton 30/09/26

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RBO Schools Design - Advocacy Pack – Brighton 30/09/26

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Open Days at Elevate Creates NEW Premises

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Brand new open day at Hanover House!

This is a fantastic opportunity to come and see our new premises, meet the team, and find out more about the exciting opportunities we offer for young people with autism, learning disabilities, and additional needs.

Whether you're a young person thinking about joining us, a parent or carer wanting to explore what's available, or one of our valued professionals and partner organisations, we'd love to welcome you.

During the day you'll have the chance to:

Tour our new facilities.

Meet our friendly staff and current trainees.

Learn about our creative skills programmes, work experience opportunities, and supported pathways.

See examples of the amazing projects our young people have been working on.

Ask questions and chat informally over refreshments.

We're incredibly excited about this next chapter and can't wait to share it with you. We hope you'll join us to celebrate our new home and discover how we can work together to support young people to develop confidence, independence, and meaningful futures.

Dates: Wednesday 22nd & Wednesday 29th July

Times: 10am to 4pm

Location: First Floor, Hanover House, Marine Court,
St Leonards on sea, TN38 0DX

If you'd like to attend, we'd appreciate it if you could let us know by 20th July, although you're very welcome to drop in on the day.

The entrance to Hanover House is situated between the furniture shop and Botanica Coffee. There will be signage to show you where to go. There is a lift to the first floor, or a short walk up the 2 small flights of stairs.

If for any reason you can’t make it on either of those days, we will be more than happy to arrange an individual meeting on a day and time to suit you. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

We look forward to seeing you and sharing this exciting milestone with you!

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Brand new open day at Hanover House!

This is a fantastic opportunity to come and see our new premises, meet the team, and find out more about the exciting opportunities we offer for young people with autism, learning disabilities, and additional needs.

Whether you're a young person thinking about joining us, a parent or carer wanting to explore what's available, or one of our valued professionals and partner organisations, we'd love to welcome you.

During the day you'll have the chance to:

Tour our new facilities.

Meet our friendly staff and current trainees.

Learn about our creative skills programmes, work experience opportunities, and supported pathways.

See examples of the amazing projects our young people have been working on.

Ask questions and chat informally over refreshments.

We're incredibly excited about this next chapter and can't wait to share it with you. We hope you'll join us to celebrate our new home and discover how we can work together to support young people to develop confidence, independence, and meaningful futures.

Dates: Wednesday 22nd & Wednesday 29th July

Times: 10am to 4pm

Location: First Floor, Hanover House, Marine Court,
St Leonards on sea, TN38 0DX

If you'd like to attend, we'd appreciate it if you could let us know by 20th July, although you're very welcome to drop in on the day.

The entrance to Hanover House is situated between the furniture shop and Botanica Coffee. There will be signage to show you where to go. There is a lift to the first floor, or a short walk up the 2 small flights of stairs.

If for any reason you can’t make it on either of those days, we will be more than happy to arrange an individual meeting on a day and time to suit you. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

We look forward to seeing you and sharing this exciting milestone with you!

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Employer webinar - Money and support to hire new talent - Tuesday 21 July

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Employer webinar - Money and support to hire new talent - Tuesday 21 July

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The government has recently announced a range of financial incentives to support the recruitment of young people into jobs and apprenticeships.

To help you understand what you can access and how, we are holding a free webinar.

This will give you all the information you need to find out how much money you could access towards, costs, what is being fully funded, ask any questions as well as find out how you can access free impartial support and advice to get you help you navigate the right option for you and your business via our Transform Service.

To register and secure your free place visit: www.tickettailor.com/events/eastsussexcountycouncil21/2272603 or by via the QR code:

All the information including registration weblink and QR Code can be found on the attached flyer – please share this with your employer networks.

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Tech We Can Virtual Work Experience for KS3

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Tech We Can Virtual Work Experience for KS3

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Tech She Can are very excited to announce that we are now moving to the next stage and registrations for each day of our WEX Tech Week virtual work experience for KS3 are now open. You will need you to register for each day you plan to attend via the individual Teams webinar links below. This is the only way to secure your place(s), so please don't delay!

Please click the link to register for each webinar and for more information WEX Tech Week - TechSheCan

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Frontier Economics - Opportunity for AS/A-Level students to take part in Insight Day

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Frontier Economics - Opportunity for AS/A-Level students to take part in Insight Day

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We’re reaching out on behalf of Frontier Economics to inform you about our Economics Insight Day! We will be hosting this for sixth form students (years 12 and 13 as of September 2026) who are interested in finding out more about studying Economics at degree level and what can be done with an economics degree thereafter. We hope that you would be able to share this opportunity with any interested students.

Our Insight Day will be a one-day programme held in our London office on Monday 26th October 2026 and will cover:

An introduction to Economics

What is it like studying Economics at degree level?

An introduction to working in Economic consulting

What’s it like working as an analyst in economic consulting?

What kind of projects do we work on?

Trying it out for yourself!

Students will get to work with other likeminded students to try out a case study in a small group (they will have support for this) and,

Will have the opportunity to ask Frontier employees questions in small groups

Recruitment skills session

We will provide useful tips and hints around interviews and applications

How to apply

Applications are now open, and the deadline to apply is 10th July, we have limited places so early application is recommended. Students will need to apply themselves, we cannot accept applications from schools on behalf of students. As the programme is being held in our London office we are able to reimburse travel costs within the UK.

Please see here for more details on how and where students can apply.

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Sky High Trampoline Gymnastics Academy have an exciting apprenticeship opportunity that may be of interest to your students who are considering a career in sport, coaching, or working with young people.

We are currently recruiting for a new apprentice through the Coach Core Community Activator Programme. This is a fantastic opportunity for a young person to gain hands-on experience, develop coaching skills, and work towards a recognised qualification while earning.

We have proudly supported apprentices through this programme previously. Two of our current team members, Poppy and Petros, completed their apprenticeships in 2022 and 2024 and are now key members of our coaching team. Their progression highlights the long-term opportunities this pathway can offer.

Further details and how to apply can be found here:
https://lifetimetraining.co.uk/personal/apprenticeship-vacancies/?vacancyreference=247470

Closing date for applications: 7th July

If you would like any additional information, or if we can support your students further, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

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NEW NavigATE Webinar schedule for 26/27! - Amazing Apprenticeships

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NEW NavigATE Webinar schedule for 26/27! - Amazing Apprenticeships

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We're delighted to announce the new NavigATE webinar programme, running from September 2026 to June 2027. Designed for teachers, careers professionals, and anyone supporting aspiring apprentices, the series covers everything from understanding apprenticeships and navigating applications to higher and degree opportunities, SEND support, and employment options for 18–24-year-olds. Three termly update sessions will also cover the latest developments in apprenticeships and technical education. Whatever careers area you're interested in, there's a session for you!

Webinars & Workshops - Amazing Apprenticeships

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A series of informative webinars for teachers, careers advisers, parents and carers and aspiring apprentices that will provide an abundance of tips, advice, and information around the topic of apprenticeships and technical education.

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Future Ready Modern Work Experience projects for East Sussex - Employer Webinar 14th July 2026

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Future Ready Modern Work Experience projects for East Sussex - Employer Webinar 14th July 2026

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Applications for the 2026-2027 National Saturday Club programme are now open.  In East Sussex, applications are open to join:

·East Sussex College Film&Screen Saturday Club

·The Bright Foundation Film&Screen Saturday Club

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We are currently supporting two programmes in East Sussex and it would be great to discuss how we could work together to support the sign posting of this programme.

The free National Saturday Club programme offers 13–16-year-olds nationwide a vital opportunity to learn by doing, through an exemplary model of informal extracurricular education delivered on Saturdays via a tried and tested methodology. Focused on young people from underrepresented and underserved communities the programme is endorsed and supported by the Department for Education, Arts Council England, British Fashion Council and British Film Institute, amongst other cross-sector organisations.

For our many network partners, the programme helps to address challenges with widening participation, building confidence and engaging young people with subjects that they may not otherwise be aware of, as well as building institutional civic responsibility and local networks with schools, cultural and community organisations.

As a network we engage with over 500 industry partners with every young person taking part in the programme having the ability to meet with industry and better understand career opportunities. Our programmes align with the Gatsby benchmarks specifically around encounters with employers and employees, experiences of workplaces and encounters with further and higher education.

Applications for the 2026-2027 National Saturday Club programme are now open.  In East Sussex, applications are open to join:

· East Sussex College Film&Screen Saturday Club

· The Bright Foundation Film&Screen Saturday Club

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An attendance research report: setting out the national picture on some common predictable absence patterns

An updated attendance toolkit for schools: with a new chapter (8) to help you understand what practical yet proportionate actions you can take

A guide on communicating with parents about attendance: offering ready‑made evidence-based resources, such as animations, an NHS poster on illness decisions and useful templates

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From Innovate her - Built to Scroll Assembly & Survey

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From Innovate her - Built to Scroll Assembly & Survey

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Innovate her are excited to share with you their latest assembly- Built to Scroll: Helping Students Take Back Control of Technology

A free, 20-minute, engaging assembly for all students aged 11–18 exploring how social media is designed to capture attention and how students can stay in control.

Students will:

Explore the positive and negative impacts of social media

Understand how apps are designed to capture attention

Reflect on their own digital habits and behaviours

Learn practical strategies to improve focus, sleep and wellbeing

The assembly is a perfect companion to our student survey, which we would love it if you could share with your students.

This 10-minute survey asks students about their digital lives and the impact it has on them.

And… you and your students will be entered into prize draws to win vouchers from ASOS & Amazon upon survey completion.

Book the Assembly here.

Complete the Survey here.

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Degree apprenticeship vacancy in West Sussex

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Degree apprenticeship vacancy in West Sussex

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Apprentice Public Health Practitioner – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

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We’ve introduced a new way to find and apply for an apprenticeship in England.

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 What Next: University Webinar 10th June 6pm

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 What Next: University Webinar 10th June 6pm

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We will take you through:

What options there are for studying higher education

What place might be right for you

How, what and where you study connects to your future

How to apply

The webinar will start with a talk and then be followed by an opportunity for questions. It is free and open to everyone, but it will be most useful for young people in Years 12 & 13, and their parents and carers and teachers.

To register interest and receive a link to join, please complete the form by clicking here.

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Job Vacancy within East Sussex Careers Hub

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Job Vacancy within East Sussex Careers Hub

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There is a vacancy within the East Sussex Careers Hub, details below. Deadline to apply is 14th June.

If you have any questions, please contact wendy.gorham@eastsussex.gov.uk

If you are keen to help young people in our county thrive and undertake experiences of the workplace, then you may be the perfect fit for our East Sussex Careers Hub Modern Work Experience Co-ordinator in the Employability and Skills team at East Sussex County Council. The Employment and Skills team are recruiting for a Modern Work Experience Co-ordinator to lead the modern work experience agenda within the Careers Hub.

The role will be responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of the programme, from planning and stakeholder engagement to delivery and evaluation, ensuring that outcomes are met and impact is achieved.

It is a full time role until 31st August 2028!

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Farm to Food Walks for Schools @ Hastings Country Park Nature Reserve

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Farm to Food Walks for Schools @ Hastings Country Park Nature Reserve

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Learn about how animals help us to manage the reserve, the importance of hedgerows and encouraging predator insects as a natural pesticide

For more information contact Jill on 07849 095 129 or email jill.tyson@groundwork.org.uk

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Join our Youth Advisory Group | CEC Corporate Web

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Join our Youth Advisory Group | CEC Corporate Web

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Careers and Enterprise Company is looking for young people aged 14–25, living in England, open to sharing their experiences to help improve careers education for all young people. If you work with or know young people ready to make a difference, please share this opportunity.

Applications close Monday 6th July 2026 at 9am.
Join our Youth Advisory Group | CEC Corporate Web

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Project ROUTE - a collaboration between ITS UK and Digdata

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Project ROUTE - a collaboration between ITS UK and Digdata

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Project ROUTE is a collaboration between ITS UK and Digdata, working alongside industry and government partners to address the growing digital skills gap and build clear pathways into future-focused careers. The programme aims to engage 10,000 students through free interactive career challenges, work experience opportunities, and industry-led engagement activities.

Join our launch event on Wednesday 24th June at 4.00 pm, where you will hear from our inspiring keynote speakers,

Sam Rose OBE - Director of Data and Advanced Analytics, Department of Transport

Helen Stone - Principal Data Scientist, National Highways Digital Lab

This session will provide insight into

Free virtual work experience events throughout 2026/27 academic year

Free Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 classroom resources

Free onsite Data Days

Visibility to in person work experience, internships and apprenticeships.

Full Event Details and Registration Here

We look forward to telling you more about this exciting initiative

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Project ROUTE - a collaboration between ITS UK and Digdata

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Project ROUTE - a collaboration between ITS UK and Digdata

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Project ROUTE is a collaboration between ITS UK and Digdata, working alongside industry and government partners to address the growing digital skills gap and build clear pathways into future-focused careers. The programme aims to engage 10,000 students through free interactive career challenges, work experience opportunities, and industry-led engagement activities.

Join our launch event on Wednesday 24th June at 4.00 pm, where you will hear from our inspiring keynote speakers,

Sam Rose OBE - Director of Data and Advanced Analytics, Department of Transport

Helen Stone - Principal Data Scientist, National Highways Digital Lab

This session will provide insight into

Free virtual work experience events throughout 2026/27 academic year

Free Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 classroom resources

Free onsite Data Days

Visibility to in person work experience, internships and apprenticeships.

Full Event Details and Registration Here

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Spear, is a youth employment programme with sessions running from Hastings.

1. Next Programme starts Tues 30 June

Registrations are open for our June/July programme – and the last before September. It’s an important time for young people to develop their confidence, resilience and self-leadership if they’re heading back to college in the autumn.

H. did Spear in Oct 2025 course and has since returned to college and got part-time work. She recently said to us:

“I’m signed off college till September because I passed all my exams, and work’s good. I was accepted for a catering course at college level 1, but they said I’m capable of a level 2 and can move me up as soon as. Thank you a lot.”

Refer now: The best way to refer a young person to Spear is via the online form. Select ‘Hastings’ as chosen centre.

2. Spear Celebration for our current course

Whether you’ve referred a young person to Spear this time or not you’re invited to join us at the next Spear Celebration on Thurs 4 June, HTH Church, Claremont St door, TN34 1HT, 6-7pm (refreshments from 5.30pm). It’s a great way to see how Spear works and the impact it has on young people’s work readiness. Sign up here.

3. Talking of which…. Work Readiness!

You’ll likely be familiar with Spear as a way to build a young person’s confidence, but did you know that we also help them develop in these five key areas?

These indicators have been verified by our national employer partners as the most important qualities they look for in their employees. We aim to get our trainees to ‘Thriving’ in all five of these by the end of Spear Foundation.

4. And finally….Spear in the news

We’ll all have seen how much media coverage youth unemployment is getting now. Let’s hope it leads to the solutions we know are needed!

Spear has been featured numerous times in the past few weeks because of its high impact and national reach. One of our London Spear trainees, Rocky, was featured in the BBC’s Headline news yesterday morning while Spear Hastings were covered on BBC Sussex recently with our past trainee Matthew.

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Drop us a line and find out if the Spear Programme could help you get a job.

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MPCT Schools is an award-winning pre-16 education provider working in partnership with schools across East Sussex to support learner engagement, behaviour, and academic progress. We deliver a structured, vocational and character-based curriculum that blends physical activity with classroom learning, helping young people build confidence, resilience, and essential life skills. Our programmes are designed to re-engage learners, improve attendance, and support schools in meeting performance and inspection expectations, while complementing existing provision and local priorities.

Learning Curve Group | Schools

The MPCT Young Leaders Programme is a structured character education programme designed for KS2 and KS3 learners, focusing on developing confidence, resilience, leadership, and teamwork. For primary settings, it covers all aspects of PSHE for Years 5 and 6, providing a comprehensive and engaging approach to personal development. Delivered through active, instructor-led sessions, the programme helps learners build strong values, a positive mindset, and essential life skills, while supporting schools with measurable impact through character assessments and progress tracking.

Engagement and Enrichment

We offer Free taster sessions for all schools.

w: www.learningcurvegroup.co.uk

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 How Successful Schools Help Students Secure Degree Apprenticeships

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 How Successful Schools Help Students Secure Degree Apprenticeships

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Join My Great First Job's free 45 minute webinar on Monday June 8th 3.30pm - 4:15pm for teachers, careers leaders and sixth form staff who want to strengthen the support they provide to students considering Degree Apprenticeships.

My Great First Job's will be joined by Judith Howard, Careers Advisor at Northampton School for Boys.

The session will cover:

✅ The key challenges students face when applying for Degree Apprenticeships
✅ What successful schools are doing differently
✅ Practical strategies teachers and careers teams can implement next year
✅ Lessons from a proven school programme that is achieving results
✅ The support students need at each stage of the application journey

My goal is simple: for every teacher to leave with actionable ideas they can take back to their school and use immediately.

Register here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_I0KpkuujQ4mecRjg8b0i_Q

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British Army June Careers Newsletter now available.

Some useful resources from this month include:

LGBTQ+ Voices – ready-to-use lesson and assembly materials to support inclusive conversations

World Music Day (21 June) – great opportunity to share Army music pathways with music teachers and students

New Parent Podcast – real family experiences to help build confidence - please share with parents and colleagues

Get early access to Army Careers info and resources

REGISTER YOUR INTEREST

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival - 30 June 2026
Join us for an enjoyable and inspiring, FREE, 50-minute online workshop to discover and celebrate the world’s leading award for engineers. Come and explore the theme of machine learning with expert guests Yewande Akinola and Ben Money-Coomes. For upper primary and lower secondary (ages 8–14) classes UK-wide, your students will take part in interactive activities, meet inspiring role models and have opportunities to ask their questions.
Sign up now https://www.big-ideas.org/queen-elizabeth-prize-for-engineering-youth-festival/

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival - 30 June 2026
Join us for an enjoyable and inspiring, FREE, 50-minute online workshop to discover and celebrate the world’s leading award for engineers. Come and explore the theme of machine learning with expert guests Yewande Akinola and Ben Money-Coomes. For upper primary and lower secondary (ages 8–14) classes UK-wide, your students will take part in interactive activities, meet inspiring role models and have opportunities to ask their questions.
Sign up now https://www.big-ideas.org/queen-elizabeth-prize-for-engineering-youth-festival/

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival

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Queen Elizabeth Prize for Engineering Youth Festival - 30 June 2026
Join us for an enjoyable and inspiring, FREE, 50-minute online workshop to discover and celebrate the world’s leading award for engineers. Come and explore the theme of machine learning with expert guests Yewande Akinola and Ben Money-Coomes. For upper primary and lower secondary (ages 8–14) classes UK-wide, your students will take part in interactive activities, meet inspiring role models and have opportunities to ask their questions.
Sign up now https://www.big-ideas.org/queen-elizabeth-prize-for-engineering-youth-festival/

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The Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC) update

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The Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC) update

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We wanted to share with you a new report from The Careers & Enterprise Company (CEC) in partnership with the Home Builders Federation - ‘Supporting a stronger pipeline: Growing the next generation of home builders’. This is an example of CEC sector work, bringing together CEC data sets with industry outlooks and employer partners.

The report is a collaboration between home builders, trades, and sector leaders, who have come together to identify good practice and explore how it can be further scaled and embedded in the national careers education system.

Key insights include:

Skills shortages are likely to continue across the home building industry, despite strong and growing interest among young people and a genuine willingness from employers to engage. The challenge is not attracting interest, but supporting young people to enter and remain on this career path.

Evidence from the CEC shows that construction is firmly embedded in young people’s career awareness, and interest strengthens as they move through secondary education, but this is subject to gender and regional variance.

Construction employers are actively engaged in careers education and, in many cases, outperform cross-sector averages but engagement can be intermittent.

The report outlines two core ambitions for further progress:

Converting interest to uptake:  Young people are aware of construction and increasingly consider it as they progress through education. However, persistent skills gaps would suggest this interest is not consistently translating into post-16 choices or employment.

Fixing the “leaky pipeline”: Young people who start training or apprenticeships are falling out of the industry before they complete. Learner data suggests this could be because pathways aren’t always clear or are misaligned with expectations. This highlights the need for better transition support to ensure young people are equipped to thrive in as well as join the sector.

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https://www.eventbrite.com/e/teacher-encounters-engineering-maths-tickets-1989999558248?aff=oddtdtcreator

Teacher Encounters - Engineering & Maths - June 24th 12:00-13:30

Run by construction and engineering companies including national highways and chaffins.

Useful for Maths and DT teachers.

Free to attend

Register on the link above.

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National Money Assembly with Martin Lewis

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National Money Assembly with Martin Lewis

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We’re excited to announce our first-ever live-streamed National Money Assembly at 9am on 15 June, with Martin Lewis CBE (the Money Saving Expert), bringing together secondary schools for a shared start to My Money Week, the national week for financial education in schools.

Sign up here - Young Enterprise's First-Ever National Money Assembly with Martin Lewis CBE | Young Enterprise

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Young Enterprise’s First-Ever National Money Assembly with Martin Lewis CBE | Young Enterprise

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NEW BOOK ALERT! Ed and Bunny Spend Invisible Money

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NEW BOOK ALERT! Ed and Bunny Spend Invisible Money

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This summer Money Heroes is excited to launch a brand-new Ed and Bunny story, Ed and Bunny Spend Invisible Money. Through a fun holiday adventure, children explore cashless payments and how digital money works. Teachers can sign up for a free hard-copy storybook, while parents can download the e-book and activity pack.

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Money Heroes Ed and Bunny Spend Invisible Money

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**Teachers** you can now order this storybook alongside our other Money Heroes books. Please note that hard copies of the new book will not be dispatched until early June. **Parents** scroll down or sign up to read our new e-book. The supporting home activities for this book will be available to download at the end of May. In the meantime, explore our other Ed and Bunny home activities. This new book will bring children’s learning to life as they join Ed and Bunny on a new holiday adventure to learn all about digital money. *Ed and Bunny Spend Invisible Money is published by Scholastic (2026) – text and illustration © Matt Carr.*

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This June, children across the UK can become entrepreneurs, turning £5 into real businesses through the free Fiver Challenge from Young Enterprise, supported by HSBC UK.

Open to ages 5–11, it builds creativity, teamwork and money skills, with prizes of up to £1,000 for schools or clubs. Find out more and get involved today.

Sign up - Register

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Recruitment is now open for our next cohort of Young Clinical Volunteers (YCVs).

If you know someone aged between 16 and 23 who may be interested in volunteering on our inpatient unit, working closely with our clinical team and gaining valuable experience while helping support our patients and their families, please ask them to get in touch.  The programme runs for six months from October and volunteers are required to attend one four hour shift each week, as well as an induction day on Saturday 16th October.

More information and our application form can be accessed using the link below, or by calling 01323 434205.

Young Clinical Volunteers

The closing date for applications is 12th June but we may close early if we get sufficient interest before this date.

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We are seeking 16-24 year olds to join our In-Patient Unit for a six month programme, volunteering closely with nurses, healthcare assistants, doctors and other clinical professionals to support hospice patients. Where: St Wilfrid’s Hospice, 1 Broadwater Way When: A four hour shift once a week - for a six month period from October 2026 to April 2027 DBS: Enhanced with adult barring check required Closing date: Monday 12th June. Please be aware that we may close application for this role early if we receive sufficient applications before the closing date, therefore if you are interested please consider submitting your application as early as possible. Please note places on this programme are limited, unfortunately we will not be able to offer a place to all those who are invited to an interview. Interviews: On various dates throughout June and July About the role Young Clinical Volunteers (YCVs) are based on the hospice Inpatient Unit (IPU) and volunteer closely with patients, nurses, healthcare assistants, doctors and other clinical professionals becoming part of the IPU team whilst they are with us, there is also the opportunity for participants to shadow ward rounds and clinical procedures. YCVs complete a workbook over the course of their programme which follows the 16 standards of the Care Certificate. YCVs are supported throughout the programme by a mentor and the wider IPU team. Please be aware that we have limited spaces on the programme and cannot accept everyone who applies. What we are looking for: It is essential that our Young Clinical Volunteers are: It is desirable that our Young Clinical Volunteers: Compassionate: St Wilfrid’s volunteers care about others’ wellbeing. They recognise when someone needs help, supporting them irrespective of their own opinions or feelings and putting their needs first
Professional: Volunteers want to use their skills individually and collectively to deliver the best service possible. They take pride in developing themselves and others
Progressive: we are forward looking and thinking
Respectful: We treat people with dignity and respect, always acknowledging and accepting people’s individuality. What makes us different makes us better have considered what it might be like to volunteer in a hospice environment
understand the work of the hospice and have an idea about the role they are applying for
can demonstrate how they have used their initiative to solve a problem or complete a task What you gain from this role: Hands on experience volunteering in a busy, progressive clinical environment
The chance to volunteer with a variety of healthcare professionals and shadow a range of clinical procedures
Careers Event featuring input from a several different healthcare professionals
Professional Reference Apply and more information If this sounds like an opportunity to good to miss please complete our online application form - Volunteer Application Form In addition to the application form please follow this link to answer the below questions - Young Clinical Volunteer Programme - Additional Questions – Fill out form What subject(s) are you currently studying and what are your academic and career ambitions for the future?
Have you ever, or do you currently, do any other volunteering? Why do you want to volunteer as a Young Clinical Volunteer at St Wilfrid’s Hospice and why do you think you would be good at it?
Do you have personal experience of bereavement? If yes, please provide details including how long ago and the relationship to you Please be aware successful applicants are required to attend an Induction Day on Saturday 17th October 2026 and aCelebration Evening on 12th April 2027. Attendance of the first 4 shifts is mandatory and YCVs must maintain at least a 80% attendance rate to remain on the programme. If you have any questions or would like to discuss the role further, please contact the Voluntary Services Team on 01323 434205 or emailvsteam@stwhospice.org Please note this post involves working in Regulated Activity under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 and is subject to an enhanced DBS with Adult Barred list check. It is a criminal offence to apply for or accept a position working with adults at risk and/or children if you have been barred from engaging in regulated activity with the relevant group (ie adults, children or both).

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Thursday 4 June - 3.30 PM

In celebration of AI Awareness Day, we are pleased to offer our AI for All teacher training, a virtual CPD session designed to support all teachers of all subject specialisms, who are curious about AI - as well as those who may feel uncertain or cautious about its role in education.

This practical and accessible session, developed in partnership with Microsoft, will demystify artificial intelligence and help teachers understand how it can be used safely, effectively, and confidently in the classroom.

Sign up here

We also have a dedicated web page for "AI Awareness Day" with all our activities here

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Introducing WEX Tech Week -13–17 July - for KS3

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Introducing WEX Tech Week -13–17 July - for KS3

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In partnership with National Careers Week and our industry partners, Tech She Can is excited to celebrate Work Experience Month this July with a week of virtual work experience for all Key Stage 3 students!

What to expect:

Each morning, students can join a live webinar 9:30 AM–12:00 PM to:
✨ Explore the future of tech
✨ Hear from relatable and inspiring role models
✨ Take part in creative, thought-provoking activities
✨ Reflect on their own aspirations and future pathways

Afternoons will include optional follow-on tasks for students and teachers to continue the learning. No computer? No problem! We’ll provide activities that can be completed both with and without access to technology. Attend the full week or dip into the days that suit you!

Each day will focus on exciting themes, including:

✨Sustainability
✨AI
✨Healthcare in a digital world
✨Digital creativity

The programme also supports a wide range of Skills Builder skills and helps schools work towards Gatsby Benchmarks and Modern Work Experience guidance.

📣 Teachers - get involved!

Register your interest and stay up to date

Save the date in your school calendar and let’s inspire the next generation together!

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AI Awareness Day" - Thursday 4 June

9:15 AM - AI in Our World Assembly (Ages 7–11)

World Environment Day - Friday 5 June

9:30 AM - Tech for Health and Environment Assembly (Ages 9-11)

My Money Week - 15–22 June

Monday 15 June, 10:30 AM - Tech for Money Assembly (Ages 5–7)

Tuesday 16 June, 2:00 PM - Tech for Money Lesson (Ages 7–11)

Dream Big Day - Friday 26 June - Come dressed as your future self!

Monday 22 June, 9:15 AM - AI in Our World Assembly (Ages 7–11)

Tuesday 23 June, 2:00 PM - Space Tech for Human Health Lesson (Ages 7–11)

Wednesday 24 June, 9:15 AM - AI in Our World Assembly (Ages 7–11)

Thursday 25 June, 2:00 PM - Space Tech for Communication and Navigation Lesson (Ages 7–11)

Friday 26 June, 9:15 AM - AI in Our World Assembly (Ages 7–11)

AI Appreciation Day - Thursday 16 July

9:15 AM - AI in Our World Assembly (Ages 7–11)

We also have a few LIVES suitable for last weeks of the term:

Tuesday 14 July, 9:30 AM - Tech for Online Safety Assembly (Ages 5–7)

Tuesday 14 July, 2:00 PM - Tech for Online Safety Lesson (Ages 7–11)

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Register for Tech We Can Live Lessons and Virtual Assemblies and watch pre-recorded assemblies on demand

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Free classroom resources for teachers. Join us for a series of live assemblies where we talk about now tech is used in a range of different areas and future career opportunities.

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The British Army are running a series of “Meet Your Army” events designed to give teachers, parents and students a clear, honest insight into Army careers.

They would love you to register for any of the sessions below and share them with your students who may be interested in a career within the British Army:

May:

Title: Breaking down the Army Assessment

Date & Time: Tuesday 26 May 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now

June:

Title: Serving as LGBTQ+ In the British Army

Date & Time: Tuesday 9 June 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now

Title: Joining the Army Series: Officer

Date & Time: Tuesday 23 June 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now

July:

Title: Joining the Army Series: Soldier

Date & Time: Wednesday 1 July 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now

Title: Virtual Harrogate Open Day

Date & Time: Wednesday 8 July 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now

Why this matters for you and your students

These sessions are a great opportunity for students to:

Explore career pathways and apprenticeships

Hear directly from serving soldiers

Build confidence in making informed next steps

We’d encourage you to join and to share this with students/parents who don’t currently have an active application, as it’s a relaxed and informative way to learn more before making any decisions.

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Some information on Work Experience at Lloyds

Work Experience & Skills Building | Lloyds Banking Group Talent

The following web page will provide some more information on the schemes they run. Apprenticeships | Lloyds Banking Group Talent

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Free online opportunity for students across your school and college networks from young Professionals

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Free online opportunity for students across your school and college networks from young Professionals

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Young Professionals are supporting City Century with the promotion of I in2 cIty: Your 10-hour head start to a City Law Career, a virtual insight programme designed for Year 10, Year 11 and Year 12 students who are curious about law, apprenticeships and careers in the City.

The programme includes 10 live online sessions taking place on Mondays and Wednesdays, 5:00pm–6:00pm, across June and July 2026. Students do not need to know anything about law already. They just need to be curious and willing to join in.

Across the programme, students will:

Understand how the City really works

Learn what City lawyers actually do

Explore routes into law, including apprenticeships

Hear from apprentices and lawyers at leading City firms

Start building skills for a future City law career

Students will hear from a range of leading law firms, including Watson Farley Williams, CMS, Simmons & Simmons, RPC, A&O Shearman, Hogan Lovells, Broadfield, Burges Salmon, Slaughter and May, and Freshfields.

Students can register here:

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/I_in2_cIty

The flyer attached includes further information abut the programme and session themes.

Separately, Young Professionals also has a range of upcoming careers, work experience and employer-led opportunities available for students, including activity during half term. Schools and students can view and register for our latest events here:

https://linktr.ee/youngprouk

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Free, 1-hour CPD webinar - The Career Readiness Toolkit – Book Launch and Q&A 

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We’re running a free, 1 hour CPD webinar that I thought might be of interest to the Careers Leaders you support.

The event is:
The Career Readiness Toolkit – Book Launch and Q&A
27th May 2026 – 5 PM

In this 1-hour webinar, Dave Cordle will answer questions about preparing students for future careers, plus he’ll demonstrate a key exercise that can be used to help students discover exactly where they should focus to feel happier and more fulfilled.

For more information and to sign up, please visit:
https://trotmandigital.co.uk/product/the-career-readiness-toolkit-book-launch-and-qa

Please note: the event is live. However, it will be recorded so it can be watched on demand later.

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New episode of Let’s make it work: from CEC

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New episode of Let’s make it work: from CEC

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New episode of Let’s make it work: The Podcast is now live 🎙️ From CEC

Episode 4, ‘How modern work experience opens doors for girls’, explores how modern work experience can challenge stereotypes, widen access to underrepresented industries, and help girls build confidence in their future career choices. Host Sian Gresswell is joined by Fiona Millar, writer, journalist, education campaigner and CEC Non-Executive Director; Kathryn Baddeley, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Cisco UK & Ireland; and Isobel Wain-Heapy, Manufacturing Management Trainee at Ibstock PLC and CEC's Youth Advisory Group member.

Listen to the podcast: The Podcast | CEC Corporate Web

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Each episode shares practical insights, real examples and actionable takeaways - including a closer look at equalex, our framework for high-quality, progressive workplace experiences

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New episode of Let’s make it work: from CEC

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New episode of Let’s make it work: from CEC

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New episode of Let’s make it work: The Podcast is now live 🎙️ From CEC

Episode 4, ‘How modern work experience opens doors for girls’, explores how modern work experience can challenge stereotypes, widen access to underrepresented industries, and help girls build confidence in their future career choices. Host Sian Gresswell is joined by Fiona Millar, writer, journalist, education campaigner and CEC Non-Executive Director; Kathryn Baddeley, Head of Corporate Social Responsibility at Cisco UK & Ireland; and Isobel Wain-Heapy, Manufacturing Management Trainee at Ibstock PLC and CEC's Youth Advisory Group member.

Listen to the podcast: The Podcast | CEC Corporate Web

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Each episode shares practical insights, real examples and actionable takeaways - including a closer look at equalex, our framework for high-quality, progressive workplace experiences

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Important Information regarding Co and Life Pilot!

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Important Information regarding Co and Life Pilot!

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Information - Careers Co-pilot and Life pilot for adults- the websites will stop working at the end of this academic year due to funding constraints!

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At the International Centre for Guidance Studies (iCeGS) at the University of Derby, we are pleased to be launching a new course, the Postgraduate Certificate in Career Guidance.  We would be very grateful if you could circulate this information to careers professionals and related colleagues within your networks?

This course offers a flexible, fully online route into the profession, suitable both for those already working in careers, as well as those seeking to enter the field.  Delivered by iCeGS, an internationally recognised centre for research and teaching in career development, this course provides learners with a comprehensive grounding in career development theory and practice.  The course also allows students to apply for Registered Career Development Practitioner (RCDP) status with the Career Development Institute.  Key features of the course include:

Postgraduate qualification at Level 7, designed for professionals working in, or seeking to enter, the careers education and guidance sector

Delivered fully online, offering flexible study alongside work and personal commitments

Taught by expert academics and qualified careers professionals from the International Centre for Guidance Studies (iCeGS)

Practice-focused learning, enabling application within participants’ own contexts

Three 20-credit modules: Career Development Theory; Personal Career Guidance Practice; and The Identity of the Career Guidance Practitioner

Flexibility for future development, as the 60 postgraduate credits achieved can be used to progress to a full Master’s degree.

More information can be found here: https://www.derby.ac.uk/online/education-courses/career-guidance-postgraduate-certificate/

For any queries please contact k.coney@derby.ac.uk

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Career Guidance Postgraduate Certificate - Education - University of Derby

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The Postgraduate Certificate in Career Guidance provides a flexible, fully online pathway into the career guidance profession, designed for practitioners already working in the sector as well as those seeking to move into career guidance for the first time.

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Virtual Work Experience with Boots 7-9 July - Programme for 14-19 year olds

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Virtual Work Experience with Boots 7-9 July - Programme for 14-19 year olds

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Early Careers & Development – Career Opportunities with Boots - Apply here

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Boots Jobs - Career Opportunities with Boots

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Early Careers & Development – Career Opportunities with Boots

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Ready to kickstart your career? Or looking for a new challenge or change of job? Boots have lots of opportunities to shape your career; from apprenticeships to on-the-job training.

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Free visits for schools | Royal Institution

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Engage students, teachers and your local community with a fully-funded visit from one of our professional presenters, and hel

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AI Awareness Day" - Thursday 4 June

2:00 PM - AI in Everyday Life Assembly (Ages 11–14)

3:30 PM - AI for All Teacher CPD (All Teachers, All Levels)

AI Appreciation Day - Thursday 16 July

2:30 PM - AI in Everyday Life Assembly (Ages 11–14)

3:30–5:00 PM - AI for All Virtual Teacher CPD

We also have a dedicated web page for "AI Awareness Day" with all our activities here

We also have a few LIVES suitable for last weeks of the term:

Tuesday 14 July, 9:00 AM - Tech for Online Safety Assembly (Ages 11–14)

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What do geographers actually do? | Webinar

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What do geographers actually do? | Webinar

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Student webinar showcasing the variety of careers pathways available with geography. This webinar focuses on the business and finance sector.

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NFTS Careers Talk & Children's International Film Festival - The Bright Foundation 

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Young people aged 14–19 are invited to attend an NFTS (National Film and Television School) Careers Event as part of the Children’s International Film Festival, https://www.ciffest.org/ , taking place in Hastings for the first time this year on Thursday 18th June 2026.

The festival is a celebration of young people’s filmmaking, bringing together schools from across the area to take part in workshops, screenings, and an awards ceremony recognising their work.

The Bright Foundation are also hosting a dedicated careers session to help students explore pathways into the film and creative industries.

This session is particularly suited to young people aged 14–19 only.

The Careers Event will include:

A Science + Nature film screening

A presentation and Q&A with a director

A short break

An animation screening

A presentation and Q&A with an animator

The session will be hosted by Joe Bradbury Walters, Head of Outreach at NFTS.

Students are also very welcome to attend the Awards Ceremony from 1:30–3:00pm at the White Rock Theatre, where young filmmakers will be recognised across a range of categories.

Event Details:

White Rock Theatre
Thursday 18th June 2026

Careers Event: 10:00 – 12:00
Awards Ceremony: 13:30 – 15:00

Schools and organisations are welcome to bring a group of students to attend.

If you’re interested in attending, please let me know and I’d be happy to share further details and reserve places.

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Festival Date: 6 June, 2025 | Venue: Kingston upon Thames

Inaugural Festival Showcases Best of Young Filmmaking Talent

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Friday June 6th saw more than 1,000 children visit the first Children's International Film Festival with their schools, family and friends. Workshops run by Access NFTS, BAFTA, Into Film and Ciné Schools introduced filmmaking and filmmaking skills to the youngsters.

A sequence of screenings showcased films from all over the UK as well as Ukraine, Cambodia and Nepal to audiences in the Rose Theatre in Kingston.

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The Festival closed with an incredible line up of Awards presenters highlighting the amazing work of the children. They shared their stories of how they got into the film world and ​ announced our winners.

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It was an amazing day and we can't wait to get started next year!

Get Involv ed

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We are always looking for partners. Be you a school, youth club, filmmaker, industry body or business, we would love to hear from you and chat through getting involved with the Festival. Whether it is to join us on the day or support a stream of workshops, please get in touch through our contact page here.

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Showcasing and championing young filmmakers films from around the world. See short films made by children on the Children's International Film Festival big screen and bring your school to filmmaking workshops and more.

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NFTS Careers Talk & Children's International Film Festival - The Bright Foundation 

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Young people aged 14–19 are invited to attend an NFTS (National Film and Television School) Careers Event as part of the Children’s International Film Festival, https://www.ciffest.org/ , taking place in Hastings for the first time this year on Thursday 18th June 2026.

The festival is a celebration of young people’s filmmaking, bringing together schools from across the area to take part in workshops, screenings, and an awards ceremony recognising their work.

The Bright Foundation are also hosting a dedicated careers session to help students explore pathways into the film and creative industries.

This session is particularly suited to young people aged 14–19 only.

The Careers Event will include:

A Science + Nature film screening

A presentation and Q&A with a director

A short break

An animation screening

A presentation and Q&A with an animator

The session will be hosted by Joe Bradbury Walters, Head of Outreach at NFTS.

Students are also very welcome to attend the Awards Ceremony from 1:30–3:00pm at the White Rock Theatre, where young filmmakers will be recognised across a range of categories.

Event Details:

White Rock Theatre
Thursday 18th June 2026

Careers Event: 10:00 – 12:00
Awards Ceremony: 13:30 – 15:00

Schools and organisations are welcome to bring a group of students to attend.

If you’re interested in attending, please let me know and I’d be happy to share further details and reserve places.

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Festival Date: 6 June, 2025 | Venue: Kingston upon Thames

Inaugural Festival Showcases Best of Young Filmmaking Talent

​​

Friday June 6th saw more than 1,000 children visit the first Children's International Film Festival with their schools, family and friends. Workshops run by Access NFTS, BAFTA, Into Film and Ciné Schools introduced filmmaking and filmmaking skills to the youngsters.

A sequence of screenings showcased films from all over the UK as well as Ukraine, Cambodia and Nepal to audiences in the Rose Theatre in Kingston.

​​

The Festival closed with an incredible line up of Awards presenters highlighting the amazing work of the children. They shared their stories of how they got into the film world and ​ announced our winners.

​

It was an amazing day and we can't wait to get started next year!

Get Involv ed

​

We are always looking for partners. Be you a school, youth club, filmmaker, industry body or business, we would love to hear from you and chat through getting involved with the Festival. Whether it is to join us on the day or support a stream of workshops, please get in touch through our contact page here.

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You're invited: How to embed essential skills into your careers education outreach

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You're invited: How to embed essential skills into your careers education outreach

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Join us in partnership with Skills Builder to:

Learn how employers can build essential skills into their careers education outreach

Hear employer success stories of successfully embedding skills into their programmes and the tangible impact it has on their talent pipeline. We will be joined by guest speakers: Ian Browne, Lloyds Banking Group and Laura Carter, PwC.

Discover how the newly enhanced Employer Standards (Standard 4) ‘Take Action’ roadmaps can transform your outreach and help you move beyond assessment and start systematically building and articulating essential skills in every interaction with young people.

Webinar: How to embed essential skills into your careers education outreach
Date: Thursday 4 June 2026
Time: 12:00pm-1:00pm London time

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For any further queries, please contact employerstandards@careersandenterprise.co.uk.

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We are so excited to give your students a chance to step into the world of Human Resources in our upcoming virtual event Exploring Careers in Human Resources on Tuesday 19th May 2026, 11:00am – 12:00pm.

This interactive session aimed towards key stage 3 students and above, will explore how Human Resources professionals help organisations build positive workplace cultures, support employee wellbeing, develop talent, and create successful teams.

Meet our HR professionals:
• 👩‍💼 Ayomi S. – Head of HR, supporting people and businesses to create positive workplace cultures
• 🧑‍💼 Stuart Walton – Head of People and Sustainability at Universal Pixels, helping organisations support employees while building a sustainable future
• 👩‍💻 Katie Hoggart – Human Relations Manager, working closely with employees to help teams thrive and succeed

What students will learn:
• How communication, teamwork, empathy, and problem-solving are essential workplace skills
• The different pathways into careers in Human Resources
• How HR professionals support employees and businesses every day
• How skills developed in school connect to real careers and future opportunities

Interactive activities include:
• Fun quizzes and games
• Career insights from real HR professionals
• The chance to ask questions directly to the speakers
• Discussions about workplace challenges and teamwork

This session will help students explore the world of work, discover careers they may not have considered before, and understand how their current skills can lead to future opportunities.

Register HERE for the Exploring Careers in Human Resources Virtual Event

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Training Provider Event - School Communications Support

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Training Provider Event - School Communications Support

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Brightside, an online mentoring charity. They have received funding from the National Lottery to deliver a national mentoring programme for young carers aged 16-18. It’s completely free and aims to support young carers to build confidence and explore their next steps after school/college with the help of a trained mentor.

Apply by 31st May to join this round

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This free, four‑day online programme is open to all Year 12 Sixth form and Year 1 college learners who want to explore university life and feel confident about their next steps. Learners will study a subject they are interested in, complete a short academic project to support their personal statement, and receive guidance on university applications and career routes.

Subject areas include Law, Psychology, Engineering, Business, Politics, Arts, or Social Sciences.

Learners who complete the online summer school, including finishing and submitting the practical project will be awarded with the equivalent of 8 UCAS points, which can be redeemed when they apply to University of Sussex courses only. Please be aware this excludes courses at the Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS), which is jointly operated by the University of Sussex and the University of Brighton.

Tuesday 30th June – Friday 3rd July 2026

Book here

Deadline for applications is 21st June

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Join us for a free four-day online summer school for first-year sixth form and college students. This programme is for you if you're curious about university life, academic subjects and building confidence for your next steps.

Explore university life at Sussex

This immersive online experience, which takes place from Tuesday 30 June to Friday 3 July, gives you the chance to:

explore a subject you're interested in

complete an academic project

receive professional advice and guidance about university from our academics, professional staff and friendly team of Student Ambassadors.

If you complete our summer school, including finishing and submitting the practical project, you'll be awarded with the equivalent of 8 UCAS points, which can be redeemed when you apply to University of Sussex courses only.

The Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) is a joint medical school between Sussex and University of Brighton. Summer school completion is not redeemable or transferable for any applications to BSMS courses.

What to expect

By completing the summer school, you'll gain:

first‑hand experience of university‑level academic sessions

a completed practical project which can be used to support a future personal statement

professional information, advice and guidance about university

connections with peers and ambassadors.

Learn about the subjects you can study

As part of your online summer school you'll have the opportunity to learn about the subject areas you're interested in applying to. You can choose from:

Law

Engineering

Psychology and Neuroscience

Politics

Maths & Physics

Criminology and Sociology

Business and Economics

Global Development

Media

Arts

History

English.

You'll attend taster lectures from Sussex academics and complete a short academic project, with support from our experts, which could enhance your application to university.

Guidance and advice

Over the four days you'll receive tailored information and advice about university life, whether you're an international student or from the UK.

We can help you to:

write a strong personal statement to develop your application to university

explore career pathways associated with your subject of interest.

Connect and belong

Our online access summer school is a great opportunity to meet new people and grow your network.

You'll get to meet current student ambassadors who will be in contact with you each day and build a community with fellow prospective students who share your interests.

Chat to our students and staff on our UniBuddy platform if you have any questions about studying at Sussex.

After the summer school has come to an end we'll keep in touch with you and invite you to come and see our beautiful campus at an Open Day.

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Join us for a free four-day online summer school for first-year sixth form and college students. This programme is for you if you're curious about university life, academic subjects and building confidence for your next steps.

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This on‑campus summer school is open to students in their first year of college or sixth form, studying A Levels, BTECs, T Levels or other Level 3 qualifications. Learners take part in academic lectures and workshops, enjoy social activities, and stay in student accommodation to experience university life first‑hand.

Subject strands include Law, Politics, Criminology/Sociology, Psychology, Neuroscience, Chemistry, Maths/Physics, Media, and Business.

Places are limited and priority is given to learners who are: eligible for a 16-19 bursary, had free school meals or pupil premium at secondary school, have  experience of living in care, are from a Gypsy or Roma Traveller background, are estranged from their parents and guardians, have caring responsibilities, have refugee or asylum status or live in an area where less young people go to university.

Tuesday 14th – Thursday 16th July 2026

Book here

Deadline for applications is 17th May

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Sussex Inspires Summer School - Tuesday 14 - Thursday 16 July : Access Programme : Study with us : University of Sussex

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Learn about our exciting summer events available to those on our Access Programme.

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Running from 1–26 June, The Fiver Challenge, supported by HSBC UK, is a free, national enterprise programme that teachers can run with pupils aged 5–11 to build confidence, creativity and essential life skills.

Pupils receive £5 to create and run their own microbusiness, gaining hands-on experience in planning, budgeting, marketing and selling.   Schools can win up to £1,000 through competitions running across the four weeks.

Teachers are supported with flexible and free, ready-to-use downloadable resources that link across the curriculum. The challenge is Skills Builder Level 3 accredited.

Register at www.fiverchallenge.org.uk to get started.

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Business Language Champions provides face-to-face and virtual language events for secondary school students. Created and delivered by professionals with a wide range of language-related careers, our events explode the myth that the study of languages leads only to jobs in teaching and translating.

As such, our events cover curriculum and sector-based areas such as: languages and STEM, languages and marketing/business, languages and tourism, languages and science communication, languages and journalism, languages and the intelligence services. We also work closely with the RAF, helping them to promote the trade of RAF linguist, and have co-created three events with them to explore the international nature of their work.

The application of employability skills is a key component of all our events which require students to demonstrate key soft skills such as teamwork, time-management, communication, organisation and leadership.

By taking part, students have the invaluable opportunity of practising their languages outside of the classroom within a fun, interactive work-based scenario. All events take the form of a competition between teams with prizes for winners, runners-up and individual merit.

For more information about the work we do and the events we run, visit our website or contact us: suzannah@blcevents.co.uk or sally@blcevents.co.uk

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TalentXP have launched an interactive work experience programme, giving students a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens at Specsavers and the people who make it all work. There are seven interactive modules covering:

Apprenticeships at Specsavers

Audiology

Finance

Marketing

Optometry

Retail Support and central operations

Technology

Whether students are curious about working in our practices or want to discover the teams driving our success behind the scenes, this programme offers real insight, expert guidance, and a clearer view of what career opportunities there are.

The closing date to complete our work experience programme is 30 th November 2026. To find out more and to register, please visit: Work Experience Programmes | Specsavers - Specsavers Work Experience | TalentXP

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Propel Pathways is our free website for neurodivergent young people and those with SEN — built to help them develop real job skills and the confidence to use them.

It offers practical tools including an easy-to-use CV builder, cover letter support, and workshops on topics like requesting workplace adjustments and self-advocacy. Whether they're heading into employment, an apprenticeship, or further learning, Propel Pathways gives them a supportive place to start.

Find out how it can help your young person at propelpathways.co.uk

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Propel Pathways - Career Development Platform

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Empowering neurodivergent individuals through accessible career development and inclusive employment opportunities.

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Claims Handler Apprenticeship opportunity - Communication to Colleges Parents and Students

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Claims Handler Apprenticeship opportunity - Communication to Colleges Parents and Students

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Flyer containing introductory information about the apprenticeship Claims Handler opportunity.

Any questions please contact Bola Ajani on Bolaajani@hastingsdirect.com

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College Messege Claims Handler Apprenticeship - Hastings Direct

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 Funded transport support for university open days

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 Funded transport support for university open days

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Uni Compare – Funded University Open Day Transport Interest

Uni Compare is currently exploring potential funded transport support for university open days.

If this would be useful for your school, you can register your interest by:

1. Joining the Uni Compare School Network (for free): https://uc.school/network

2. Completing a short interest form for coach transport support: https://forms.gle/5bn5AnpASh2zgeuC7

Registering interest does not commit schools to anything at this stage - it simply helps Uni Compare to understand demand as they enter discussions with universities.

Contact: alison.urban@universitycompare.com

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University of Brighton Undergraduate open days

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University of Brighton Undergraduate open days

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Open days are a great way to get to know more about the course you’re interested in and the campus where it’s based. It’s your chance to explore our campus, see our facilities and meet our lecturers and students. Plus, you can get a feel for our amazing city.

We hold open days at each of our three campuses in Brighton: City, Moulsecoomb and Falmer – each one focuses on the subjects that are taught there. Our 2026 summer dates are:

· 6 June – City campus

· 13 June – Moulsecoomb campus

· 26 and 27 June – Falmer campus

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In June, we have an Accountancy Academy taking place at our Gatwick centre and we want to get the message out to local schools and students.

The Accountancy Academy is a free event for 16-18 year olds being run at First Intuition Gatwick who are wanting to find out about what a career in accounting might look like. It runs from 10am-4pm on 16th June 2026. We will have industry experts and tutors at the event to support and answer questions as well.

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Accountancy Academy A4 Leaflet - Gatwick 1

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 ERIC’s new careers campaign for schools & unis is launching in June!

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 ERIC’s new careers campaign for schools & unis is launching in June!

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National Freelancer Week is the next careers campaign attached to ERIC’s Career Talks library, a Netflix-style hub of on-demand talks and resources designed to help young people understand how different careers actually work.

From 8-14 June 2026, this week-long campaign will focus on helping young people understand and succeed in freelance careers and the creator economy across the creative industries.

Every morning throughout the week, a new batch of videos will appear on the hub for you to dip into and learn from whenever you want.

Through talks, insights and practical resources, this campaign aims to explain freelancing and give young people the tools and confidence to get started.

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Freelance-Week — ERIC | Creative Career App

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Bite-sized, practical talks (10–15 mins)

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Work Experience for students and young adults/NHS careers events

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Work Experience for students and young adults/NHS careers events

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Sussex Partnership Trust has some exciting opportunities for teenagers and adults and we'd be grateful if you could share this information with your networks and relevant organisations.

Please read below and the flyer attached for more information:

Work Experience (WEx)

Our next group cohort of WEx begins the week commencing July 27, 2026.

We offer WEx to people aged 14 plus and to date we have been able to offer over 80 placements in different teams including Psychology, Physiotherapy Communications, Human Resources and Digital, to name but a few.

To find out more or apply (the application window runs from June 1 - June 15) visit: https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/about-us/get-involved/work-experience

There is no upper age limit for people applying for WEx and we are committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments are in place if we are aware of any additional needs or disabilities an applicant may have.

Employer Encounters Events

Following on from the success of last year, the Employer Encounters Events are taking place again in 2026.

This gives students from Year 8 onwards (up to University level) the chance to visit a Trust site and network with staff in a range of both clinical and non-clinical roles. Participants will have the chance to ask questions and find out more about what the role entails.

There are two events planned in November 2026 and if you would like to register your interest, please contact us at: spft.wex@nhs.net no later than July 8, 2026. Please let us know how many spaces you require and we will be in touch as soon as possible with more information and to let you know how many spaces we can offer you. Please note that spaces are limited at these events and we will do all that we can to offer you the maximum number of placements we can, depending on the overall interest received.

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Exciting FREE online events for schools ... Maths and Engineering

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Exciting FREE online events for schools ... Maths and Engineering

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For Primary Schools only!

Celebrating Muhammad al-Fulani, 17 June

Meet Lassina Dembele for the final event in our Celebrating year and discover the mathematics of Muhammad al-Fulani, an 18th-century Nigerian scholar.

A 50-minute event featuring classroom challenges hosted by award-winning journalist, Bilkisu Labaran.

Don't miss this FREE and playful journey into the world of the magic square!

Sign up now.

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Schools Flyer - Celebrating Muhammad al-Fulani

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Exciting FREE online events for schools ... Maths and Engineering

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For Primary and Secondary Schools
STEM with Wings: Sludge, June 23 and 24

Meet the engineer of gooey gunk and discover what happens when we clean our water. Chemical Engineer Nicholas Naymayadenga will share the amazing story of sludge and show his work to create a cleaner greener waste process. Fun, fascinating, fully interactive and FREE with a chance for your class to ask their questions.
Sign up now.

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Nominations now open for the National Apprenticeship and Skills Awards 2026!

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Nominations now open for the National Apprenticeship and Skills Awards 2026!

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The nominations are now open for the National Apprenticeship and Skills Awards 2026 - Award Categories .

There are a number of awards and categories for apprentices, employers (T level and apprenticeships) and skills champion – it would be fantastic to see nominations (and hopefully shortlisted/winner!) from the East Sussex area.  If appropriate, it would be great as a profile-raising opportunity to mention Skills and Employment East Sussex/Apprenticeships East Sussex into any nominations, noting the unique collaborative and partnership working it brings across the county.

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Get ready for university: Support for your students at Brighton

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Get ready for university: Support for your students at Brighton

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A parent/carer talk on getting ready for university - Thursday 14 May, 6-7pm

This talk and Q&A session for parents and carers will discuss the UCAS timeline, receiving and responding to offers and sorting out accommodation and student finance. We'll cover UCAS Extra and Clearing and how they might be of benefit. This session aims to answer your questions and help you feel more prepared to support your young person through this exciting transition.

Clearing talk and Q+A for parents and carers - Tuesday 11 August, 6-7pm

University Clearing is part of the UCAS application process. Whether your young person has changed their mind about what or where they want to study, didn’t get the grades they hoped to get, don’t have any offers, or haven’t applied yet, they can secure a university place through Clearing. Have your questions answered at our live talk and Q+A on Clearing at the University of Brighton

Click here to sign up: Upcoming events

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We are a thriving multi-campus university in the south of England, UK. Explore our subjects and search for undergraduate or postgraduate degree courses

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Careers Hub Parent Carers Guide - Edits 09-03-26 Interactive (Final Version - March 2026 )

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This project is for young people ages 16-25

Launched to celebrate Weald to Waves' 100 Mile Classroom with days at Wakehurst and Knepp Wilding, Growing Futures gives young people the chance to connect with nature and explore the variety of green careers available to them. Participants will hear from various departments around Wakehurst including the Millenium Seed Bank , Wakehurst Marcomms team and our Visitor Experience team and to get hands on with our horticultural and Nature Unlocked teams out in the landscape engaging in interactive workshops.

At Knepp, a trailblazing 3500-acre rewilding project, participants will find more about the Weald to Waves 100-mile nature recovery corridor, the many roles and jobs that support that effort, as well as exploring Knepp's brilliant biodiversity, from storks to purple emperor butterflies. Once inspired by nature on the doorstep, participants will workshop a real-life nature challenge to drive meaningful change.

This opportunity is open to young people ages 16-25. The programme will run twice on select days in the May half term and August Summer holidays. If you are interested in attending there is no need to apply please just register by completing the form below letting us know which dates you wish to attend.

Please be aware that registering is essential as spaces are limited.  Growing Futures - Wakehurst to Knepp 2026. Sign Up Form – Fill out form

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FREE Sunday intensives (with food) at Vincent Dance Theatre

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FREE Sunday intensives (with food) at Vincent Dance Theatre

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East Sussex Apprenticeship Roadshow - Book Your Free Stand

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East Sussex Apprenticeship Roadshow - Book Your Free Stand

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SCTP is delighted to invite you to take part in our Apprenticeship Roadshow events this summer. We are working in partnership with the East Sussex Careers Hub to run two roadshows taking place on:

Monday 29 June (16:00 – 18:30) at Kings Centre, Eastbourne

Thursday 9 July (16:00 – 18:30) at White Rock Theatre, Hastings

The events will bring together employers, training providers, adult jobseekers, young people and their parents/carers, providing up-to-date information on apprenticeships, from pre-employment through to higher and degree apprenticeships. Find out more here.

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Henrietta Valler – Still, Business Development Partner at Ambitious about Autism would like to invite employers to this event.

Supported Internship Celebration on Friday 8th May at the University of Sussex. Supported internships provide autistic young people with meaningful work experience, helping them gain skills, confidence, and independence as they transition into employment.

This event will bring together employers, local partners, and autistic young people to highlight the impact of supported internships in the Brighton area. Attendees will have the chance to hear directly from young people about their experiences, and to see how supported internships are creating opportunities for local employers and communities.

Event details:
Date: Friday 8th May 2026
Time: 10:30am - 1:30pm
Location: University of Sussex

Contact hvaller-still@ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk if you would like to attend mentioning you heard of this via the East Sussex Careers Hub

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National Apprenticeship Week 2027 planning webinars

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National Apprenticeship Week 2027 planning webinars

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National Apprenticeship Week is the BIGGEST week in the apprenticeship calendar – and in 2027 will celebrate its 20th anniversary. Whether you're an employer or a school or college, join us and the Department for Work and Pensions for free webinars in June to find out how to get involved and begin preparing for NAW 2027. Each year, we support thousands of employers, apprentices, training providers and schools to celebrate the week and get involved in activities and opportunities. Let us help you to begin preparing and planning for an excellent week of celebrations.

Events - Amazing Apprenticeships

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Local and national news, updates and commentary from across the sector

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Understanding Money, Markets and Risk – Financial Literacy Programme for Post-16 Students

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Understanding Money, Markets and Risk – Financial Literacy Programme for Post-16 Students

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An exciting opportunity at F4S where they are delivering in partnership with the LSEG Foundation and Goldman Sachs.

F4S have partnered to launch Understanding Money, Markets and Risk — an applied financial literacy programme designed to give post-16 students practical experience in making informed financial decisions. While financial literacy is a vital life skill, too often young people leave school having studied money concepts without ever applying them in a real-world context. This programme aims to bridge that gap.

Students will:

Build and manage a £100,000 virtual investment portfolio

Simulate trading across FTSE 350 stocks, ETNs, and top 100 ETFs

Analyse historic market data, company news, and financial reports

Develop understanding through real-world market scenarios and decision-making

The programme is delivered through modular learning supported by:

Short mentor videos explaining key concepts

Structured resources, group activities, and presentation slides

Benefits for teachers and providers

Fully curriculum-aligned, PSHE-ready, and mapped to the Young Enterprise Financial Education Planning Framework

Flexible, ready-to-use modules with built-in progress tracking

Supports both independent and collaborative learning, building confidence, critical thinking, and leadership skills

Delivery windows

We are currently offering two flexible cohorts:

8–26 June

29 June–20 July

There is no cost to take part, and all content is delivered via the F4S platform for ease of implementation.

We would love to see Careers Hubs support schools in your regions to take part in this opportunity.

If you would like to learn more or register students, please contact me directly at kiran.momi@f4s.org.uk. I've also attached the programme brochure.

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Have you ever wondered what goes into the design of buildings or spaces we use every day? If so - then this 2 day summer school might be for you! Join the Ravensbourne Architecture and Built Environment team to explore designing spaces for young people and communities. You'll be working with the tutors to experiment collaborating with 2D and 3D designs and model making

If you are 16+ and interested in future study or careers in Architecture or the Built Environment, this project is for you. No previous experience is necessary, just an interest and enthusiasm.

Day 1 - 7th July 10am-3:30pm

Day 2 - 8th July 10am-3:30pm

You don't need to bring anything with you apart from lunch or money for lunch.

The project has been designed to benefit people looking to experience a University, learn new skills and take a project away for their portfolio.

Architecture & Built Environment Summer School | Ravensbourne University London

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Study an undergraduate architecture degree at Ravensbourne University London and discover architecture and interiors courses that prepare you for industry needs

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Following the success of the East Sussex Growth Hub’s Start Smart, Grow Strong programme, we’re excited to be back with a new series - Stay Smart, Grow Strong - running across East Sussex from May to July.

A big thank you again for your support last time - your help in sharing the programme made a real difference in reaching local businesses.

We’d really appreciate your support once more by including this new programme in your upcoming newsletter.

To make it easy, I’ve attached a short copy-and-paste newsletter blurb you can drop straight in. You'll also find a Newsletter Header attached too.

Stay Smart, Grow Strong is a series of fully funded, half-day workshops for sole traders, micro and small businesses, covering key areas like sales, marketing, finance and growth - ideal for those looking for clarity, a reset or next steps.

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Students who wish to explore Street and Documentary Photography and Studio/Editorial Photography, this 2 day project is designed to support them. Work with professional Photographer, Nico Froehlich to get creative and make work for their portfolios.

10am-3:30pm

8th & 9th July

Cameras and all equipment will be provided - you just need to bring your energy, enthusiasm and interest. You will also need to bring lunch or money for lunch with you for both days.

The project has been designed to benefit people looking to experience a University, learn new skills and take a project away for their portfolio. Photography Summer School | Ravensbourne University London

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Join us on a 2 day Photography summer school event, learn new skills and enhance your portfolio.

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Your 2028 careers roadmap: Navigating the DfE review

The 2028 education standards represent a major shift. With the introduction of the Every Child Thriving and Achieving White Paper, the role of careers education as a “golden thread” across learning is more important than ever.

How can your school or college stay ahead? Join Skills Builder’s Head of Policy, Ben Gadsby, at the first Accelerator Discovery Webinar on 23rd April (3.45pm), to break down the Curriculum and Assessment Review and what it means for your setting.

Why this matters for your 2026/27 planning:

Oracy as employability: Turn essential skills like  Speaking and Listening into measurable career skills to meet the new DfE mandates and Gatsby Benchmark 4.

The "golden thread": Embed essential skills across your curriculum, creating a future-proofed, whole-school approach.

Data over anecdote: Use the Universal Framework to build a data-led story of how learners are thriving on your careers programme.

Don’t navigate the transition to 2028 alone - let’s build your roadmap together.

💻 Register for the discovery webinar here (please share with colleagues!).

🚀 Find out more and apply for the Accelerator here.

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A 3 day summer school for students interested in Games, Animation, Character Design or Art & Design.

Students will work with Ravensbourne Games tutors and students to explore narrative, shape language to create playful characters that break the norm!

This summer school is free and open to anyone aged 16+ who wishes to explore the possibilities of a future in character design, concept art, cosplay, games design or development. The project can be used in your portfolio for application to creative courses at University.

10am-3:30pm

30th June, 1st July & 2nd July

Free to attend

Games and Character Design Summer School | Ravensbourne University London

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Join us for a 3 day free Games and Character Design summer school and explore the possibilities of concept art, cosplay, games development and much more.

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Monday 6th - Friday 10th July 2026

We are delighted to announce that The Inspirational Learning Group will be partnering with NatWest Thrive this summer to deliver a full week of work experience, aligned to the new Equalex framework.

Aimed at students in Years 8–10, the week will include a blend of online activities, in-school engagement from NatWest colleagues, and opportunities for selected schools to visit NatWest hubs across the country.

We are now inviting expressions of interest from schools wishing to take part in the programme this July. All schools who register their interest will be guaranteed access to the digital programme for the week.

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The Census is open to anyone aged 11–30 living in the UK. It’s completely anonymous, and there are no wrong answers. Participants can share their experiences and opinions on life, work and education, helping to inform real change for young people across the country

The survey takes around 10–45 minutes, depending on responses, and progress can be saved and continued at any time

I’ve attached the flyer and full details below. We’re hoping to reach as many students as possible this year to build a much larger data set.

Survey link: https://survey.alchemer.eu/s3/91044376/dabbble

More information: https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/youth-voice-census/

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Knepp Wildland Foundation - Bursary Opportunities 

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Knepp have successfully secured funding for 10 bursary places on our residential field courses again this Summer. The programme is in its sixth year and is designed to provide participants with a broad range of skills related to rewilding, wildlife conservation, species recovery and habitat assessment. These courses are run by Operation Wallacea, a conservation organisation that focuses on monitoring biodiversity and conducting scientific research around the world.

The weeks we still have spaces availability are between the 14th June to the 25th July 2026.

The Knepp Wildland is a unique conservation project in West Sussex, England, that aims to restore biodiversity and promote sustainable land use through rewilding. The project covers over 3,500 acres of former farmland, which has been transformed into a diverse landscape of woodlands, wetlands, and grasslands. The site is home to a wide range of rare and endangered species, including purple emperor butterflies, beavers, white storks, nightingales, and turtle doves. The course is designed to give a brilliant overview of conventional conservation methods compared to rewilding, as well as practical field skills for different UK survey types.

We believe that everyone should have access to the opportunity to develop their skills and gain hands-on experience in wildlife conservation and nature restoration. Although open to everyone over 16, we are committed to increasing diversity and inclusion within our programme and encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. This bursary is intended to support individuals who may not otherwise have the opportunity to participate in a week-long residential field skills programme. Each bursary is for the value of £1,000 and covers the full fees for a one-week course, your travel to and from Knepp, from within the UK and all meals and camping accommodation for the duration of your stay. The bursary also covers some additional camping and outdoor kit to ensure you are comfortable and able to participate in all aspects of the programme.

Please use the following link to find the application form:

https://forms.gle/j3hsAqHBUehpB71m6

We will require a letter of recommendation for each applicant. This could be from teachers, mentors, or community leaders who can attest to the applicant's suitability for the programme and alignment with the criteria outlined above.

Please share with anyone you feel might be interested, suitable and would really benefit from this opportunity. Applications must be received by Sunday 19th April 2026. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Ryan Greaves Ryan@kneppwildlandfoundation.org

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Help us share new funded research opportunities with 16-19 settings

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Help us share new funded research opportunities with 16-19 settings

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Education Endowment Foundation( EEF) is an independent charity committed to breaking the link between family income and educational achievement.

EEF have announced two newly launched research projects aimed at improving outcomes for learners in 16–19 education.

Please see the attachment above for more info.

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Accountancy Academy A4 Leaflet - Gatwick

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Careers Poster from Headteacher Mr P Reilly at Ocklynge!

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Careers Poster from Headteacher Mr P Reilly at Ocklynge!

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UCB Work in Science Week - Application Form (14th - 17th July 2026) (Page 1 of 4)

This week-long programme is designed specifically for Year 12 & 13 students who are eager to gain an in-depth look into the exciting world of pharmaceuticals. Over 4 days, experience in-person work experience where you will work in the labs in UCB and take part on workshops on Bio-Processing & CADD.

Key Details:

Date: 14th – 17th July 2026

Timings: 9:00am – 5:00pm

Location: Slough, England (four days) - plus a one-hour virtual induction

Deadline: Sunday 14th June

Sign up here:

UCB Work in Science Week - Application Form (14th - 17th July 2026) (Page 1 of 4)

Plus more opportunities below following this link!

Cibyl Survey | School leaver survey

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Launching our Technical Summer Academy | Chichester Festival Theatre

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A new Technical Summer Academy is coming to Chichester Festival Theatre this summer, offering participants aged 18-30 a rare chance to step behind the scen

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CEC's Digital Hub - New response in Opportunities from External Providers

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DigData: Opportunity for your students to get involved in something meaningful and future-focused.

Project Route is currently seeking enthusiastic and open-minded young people (aged 15–25) from across the UK to join our virtual Youth Advisory Group. The Group will bring together diverse voices to help shape the future of careers in the transport industry. It offers students a unique chance to develop new skills, build confidence, and collaborate with industry professionals while contributing their ideas to a real-world project.

Importantly, students do not need any prior knowledge or experience in transport. We are keen to hear from those who are simply curious, willing to learn, and interested in exploring new opportunities.

We are particularly looking for students who:
🚆 Are aged 15–25
🚗 Are interested in discovering new career pathways and developing skills
🚌 Would value the opportunity to make an impact and engage with industry professionals

By participating, students will have the opportunity to:
⛴️ Share their perspectives and have their voices heard
✈️ Contribute to meaningful discussions and projects
🚗 Gain insight into careers within the transport sector

We are committed to inclusivity and welcome applications from all backgrounds - every perspective is valuable. We would be extremely grateful if you could share this opportunity with your students.

Students can find out more and apply here!

If you have any questions or would like further information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Rachel Keane

rachel@digdata.online>

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St Michael's Hospice Education & Awareness event - Volunteer to Career and Placement opportunities

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St Michael's Hospice Education & Awareness event - Volunteer to Career and Placement opportunities

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This follows on from one of the topics that will be shown at the Education and Awareness Event for Healthcare Professionals event.

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St Michael's Hospice Education & Awareness event - Volunteer to Career and Placement opportunities

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St Michael's Hospice Education & Awareness event - Volunteer to Career and Placement opportunities

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Please join our Education and Awareness event to learn more about our Volunteer to Career and student placement initiatives.

Date: Tuesday 28 April

Time: 9.00am - 2.00pm

Location: Arthur Easton Centre, St Michael's Hospice, St Leonards on Sea

Register! Free to attend, book your place here. Refreshments and a sandwich lunch are provided.

This is the fourth event in our education and awareness series which is open to all healthcare professional working in our local community.

As this day includes a focus on our programmes for students, we are sharing with you as it may be of interest when discussing careers with your students.

Background on the Volunteer to Career Programme

The Volunteer to Career development programme is designed to help individuals gain valuable experience to kickstart a career in health and social care. The eight-week programme suits dedicated individuals who can commit to three to six voluntary hours per week. In return, participants will receive a unique opportunity to gain specialist hands-on experience within a healthcare setting.

The key benefits for participants include:

Gaining specialist hands-on experience in a clinical setting.

Enhancing CVs and receiving a reference from the Hospice.

Developing essential skills for a career in health and social care.

Making a positive impact in the local community.

No qualifications or prior experience is required, and the programme is tailored to anyone aged over 17 who is interested in starting a career in health or social care.

Please take a moment to watch the supporting videos: Volunteer to Career 1, Volunteer to Career 2, Volunteer to Career 3

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British Army Insights: A Guide for Parents & Guardians Webinar

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British Army Insights: A Guide for Parents & Guardians Webinar

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Supporting Your Young Person: Exploring a Career in the British Army

Tuesday 28 April | 18:00 – 19:00 | Online

We’re hosting a free online session for parents and guardians to provide clear, trustworthy guidance on how they can support their young person if they’re considering the British Army.

Why does this session matter?
Recent research with over 600 parents and guardians showed that only 27% felt fully confident supporting their young person through the Army application process. This session is designed to help change that by bringing reliable information together in one place.

During the session, parents and guardians will:

Get a simple overview of the journey into the Army

Hear from other parents

Learn about the support available, including:

Brand new parent-focused resources

Opportunities to sign up to our monthly newsletter

A new webpage designed specifically for parents and guardians

If parents or guardians want to feel more informed and confident about the options available, we’d love them to join us. Teachers are also welcome to attend to support their understanding and conversations with families.

👉 Register for the event: https://britishar.my/AParentsPerpectiveEvent

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Meet Your Army | British Army Insights: A Guide for Parents & Guardians

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Join us for an informative session designed to give parents & guardians clarity, support and confidence about the opportunities the British Army offers young people.