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Discover Virtual Work Experience with the Government Finance Function! with Springpod

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Discover Virtual Work Experience with the Government Finance Function! Virtual Work Experience powered by Springpod

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The Asda Leaders programme is a high-impact, real-world programme that

brings GCSE and A-Level Business to life while inspiring future talent.

Students work on genuine challenges from Asda’s ESG strategy, applying

their learning to build critical thinking, problem-solving and data analysis

skills. They also gain valuable insight into retail careers and develop key

employability skills.

Each team is supported by an Asda colleague who mentors them throughout,

ensuring ideas are grounded in real business thinking and providing direct

industry exposure.

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Work experience is a fantastic way to gain an insight into a wide range of career opportunities and we have many exciting options available within the Trust.

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Sign up to the Careers People Newsletter

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Bridging the gap
between students
and their futures.

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The UK's #1 career app for young people looking to upskill & get experience in the creative industries. Thousands of internships, apprenticeships, events, courses, training schemes and more.

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Library Hub — ERIC | Creative Career App

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This is your invitation to attend Careers 2026 and Beyond on Tuesday 15th September 9:00am - 3:00pm 2026 at the Mercure Great Danes Hotel. Do not miss your chance to be part of this event this year, sign up today using the link below 👇

New workshops and new speakers but the same great venue! The Kent and Medway Careers Hub team are excited for this year's event, and we know you will leave feeling the same positivity for the year ahead that you did last year.

The event will set the scene for the new academic year, giving attendees the opportunity to hear from national partners about most recent updates to statutory guidance and a summary of key white papers. There will be a number of interactive and informative workshops as well as opportunities to network with fellow careers professionals.

The event is suitable for careers leaders, careers coordinators, careers coaches and WEX coordinators. We are limited on numbers with 150 maximum attendees, sign-ups do need to be individual, no repeat emails please.

🎉Please register to attend using this link: https://kent-medway-careers-hub.eventcube.io/events/96266/careers-2026-and-beyond/🎉

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Understand how the City really works • See what City lawyers actually do • Explore routes into law, including apprenticeships • Start building skills for a future City

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Kent and Medway Labour Market Information CPD for schools and colleges.

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Kent and Medway Labour Market Information CPD for schools and colleges.

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Watch the recording here from the recent Bitesize CPD session co-facilitated by Camilla Maurice, LSIP Project Manager at the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce and the Kent and Medway Careers Hub

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Webinar - Linking Curriculum to Careers with Bob Neame

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Webinar - Linking Curriculum to Careers with Bob Neame

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Linking Curriculum to Careers: Practical Approaches for Every Subject (Gatsby Benchmark 4)

Join Bob Neame for a practical, subject-specific session on Gatsby Benchmark 4: Linking curriculum learning to careers. You’ll leave with realistic strategies and ready-to-adapt examples that help students see the purpose of what they’re learning—without adding unsustainable workload.

Who it’s for: Subject teachers and Heads of Department (all subjects) who want careers learning to be relevant, achievable and impactful.

What we’ll cover (with classroom-ready examples):

What Benchmark 4 is asking for (and what it can look like in day-to-day teaching)

Simple ways to make explicit links between your curriculum, skills and real pathways (study, apprenticeships and work)

How to deepen impact over time—moving from one-off ‘careers moments’ to consistent, planned practice

What evidence can look like for departments (quick wins, mapping opportunities, and capturing impact)

Useful resources you can reuse immediately (templates, prompts and signposting)

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Who can apply?
To apply for an award from SCF, applicants must:

be a school, college, or other mainstream-based educational provision in England, and

work with young people with autism who are on the roll of a mainstream secondary school or college. For further information please read more about the young people we support.

What activity will we consider?
We are looking for innovative, creative solutions.
SCF will consider funding activity that will help young people with autism access mainstream school or college.

We fund activities that:

help autistic young people fully take part in mainstream activities where statutorily funded support is not enough

help autistic young people participate in after-school or outside-college activities or study support

improve autistic young people's mental health and well-being.

We don't want to replicate support or interventions that are, or should be, statutorily provided. Instead, SCF funding will help those working with autistic young people to set up and run projects that will make a significant difference in conjunction with what is already on offer. See some examples of the type of activity that SCF funds here.

What SCF will not fund:

To help us make as much impact as we can, we apply very tight criteria to the type of activity that we are able to fund.

We do not fund the following type of activity:

funding which will be passed on to other establishments, for example within an academy or health trust

requests where a statutory agency (such as a local authority or health service) has assessed a need and has a responsibility to fund but has failed to so

projects which promote religion

bursaries, sponsored places, fees or equivalent

political activity or campaigning

individuals (unless an eligible organisation is applying on their behalf)

general appeals or endowment funds

help with budget shortfalls or debt repayments

projects with unspecified expenditure

organisational overheads or running costs which the organisation would incur whether the project was running or not - although we will consider funding support costs incurred as a direct result of running the project.

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SCF funds activities that will help young people with autism access mainstream school. Read who can apply & types of activity we will consider

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The Big STEM Challenge - Social Enterprise Kent

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Kent Science, Technology, Engineering, and Maths (STEM) school competition! We want to see your amazing projects that showcase the best of STEM challenge

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Higher Level Maths Achievement Programme with AMSP

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Higher Level Maths Achievement Programme with AMSP

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Higher Level Maths Achievement Programme - AMSP

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Support for disadvantaged students with high KS2 attainment to excel at GCSE maths and continue with maths post 16.

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Careers Leads - Meaningful Careers Encounters

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CC Cousins Career Compass event 19th October 2026

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CC Cousins Career Compass event 19th October 2026

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Fully Funded Financial Literacy & Life Skills Football Programme

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Fully Funded Financial Literacy & Life Skills Football Programme

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WizeUp Financial Education offers a fully funded “WizeUp with Football” programme combining financial literacy and sport for vulnerable young people. Running across summer, it covers budgeting, saving and life skills, with football activities and referee training opportunities. Delivered with expert partners, it is free for schools, organisations and participants across London and Home Counties including Kent and Medway.

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It’s time to take control of your future | Springpod

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Springpod is a careers platform where students can experience the world of work and university before they apply. Rated 4.9/5 on TrustPilot.

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The local offer is a website that helps you to find help, advice and services for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). It brings together support from education, health, social care, and local community groups, all in one place

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About the SEND local offer - Kent County Council

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Find out what the SEND information hub (local offer) is and how it can help you.

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A Local Offer is a statutory offer that every local council must provide and publish. It sets out the support we expect to be available for children and young people aged 0 to 25 with SEND. It also gives information and advice for their families.

Medway’s Local Offer is now known as the Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) information hub.

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About Medway’s SEND information hub (Local Offer) | About Medway’s SEND information hub (Local Offer) | Medway Council

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Find out what Medway’s SEND information hub (Local Offer) is about and how it can support children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities and their families.

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Compass evaluations are completed three times each academic year in Terms 2, 4 & 6 . Thank you to all schools and colleges that have completed their recent evaluations. Your participation is greatly appreciated and provides vital information to the Department for Education (DfE), helping to demonstrate the impact of careers education across Kent and Medway and informing future national developments.

System Update

Currently, our recording system for Compass evaluations is taking between 24 and 48 hours to display completed evaluation results. We are hopeful that this will return to an immediate update process soon. The Careers & Enterprise Company team is aware of the issue and is working to resolve it.

Thank you for your continued support and commitment to maintaining high-quality careers provision for young people across Kent and Medway.

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Amazing Apprenticeships - Sharing best practice! 

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Amazing Apprenticeships - Sharing best practice! 

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Getting Started In The Industry

New to construction? Whether you're still in school, recently graduated, or thinking about a fresh start in a new industry, CIOB Aspire is here to support you every step of the way. From discovering what the construction world has to offer to building your skills and confidence, we're here to help you lay a strong foundation for a successful career.

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If you use Compass+ in a school, sixth form, or specialist setting, these webinars are for you. No matter your experience level, everyone’s welcome.

Click here to find out more and register for webinars!

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UK University Apprenticeship Fair 8th October Brighton Amex Studio

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UK University Apprenticeship Fair 8th October Brighton Amex Studio

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https://www.mygreatfirstjob.com/

My Great First Job is a UK‑based non‑profit organisation dedicated to helping young people successfully transition from education into employment. The platform supports students, parents, and schools by offering free careers webinars, school talks, mentoring, and practical resources focused on CV writing, apprenticeships, interview preparation, and career planning. Its mission is to build confidence, clarity, and real‑world employability skills so young people feel informed and ready to secure a great first job

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June intake now open

Register your apprentices today to secure places for our June start and invest in the development of confident, skilled construction professionals.

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Need extra employer or provider support for your careers events this year?

If the answer is yes – please complete our Raise Your Hand Form: https://forms.gle/8uZsRyW2ivxRFh1Z8

For Medway schools: Advertise your school event here

Once you have completed this form, we will share your requests with employers and providers from across Kent & Medway and encourage them to contact you directly if they can support your school or college. By completing this form, you are agreeing for us to share your contact details.

Requests will be sent out termly and highlighted at upcoming Employer Network Forum events.

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Digdata - a Data Inspiration Group programme

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Digdata - a Data Inspiration Group programme

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Classroom resources - Digdata - a Data Inspiration Group programme

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UK University and Apprenticeship Search Autumn Events

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UK University and Apprenticeship Search Autumn Events

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- Brighton Amex Stadium - Thursday 8th October - please see full details here.

- Essex Chelmsford City Racecourse - Thursday 12th November - please see full details here.

Each event brings together Russell Group, red brick, and modern universities alongside apprenticeship providers from leading UK employers, all under one roof, on a single day.

To book or find out more, email max@ukuniversitysearch.co.uk

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Broadstairs: https://www.broadstairscollege.ac.uk/open-days/

Canterbury: https://www.canterburycollege.ac.uk/information/whats-on/open-days-events/

Ashford: https://www.ashfordcollege.ac.uk/information/whats-on/open-days-events/

Folkestone:

https://www.folkestonecollege.ac.uk/open-days/

Dover:

https://www.dovercollege.ac.uk/information/whats-on/open-days-events/

Sheppey: https://www.sheppeycollege.ac.uk/open-days/

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An Open Day is the perfect opportunity for you to visit our College and learn more about what we have to offer.

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The Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) is a strategic initiative designed to address skill gaps and drive economic growth in Kent & Medway.

Led by the Kent Invicta Chamber of Commerce, funded by UK Government and supported by the Department for Education, the Kent and Medway LSIP empowers regional employers to actively influence the skills development of their current and future workforce.

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Placing employers at the heart of local skills systems and facilitating direct and dynamic working arrangements between employers and providers.

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Promoting all pathways enables Careers Leaders to ensure that young people and parents/carers are supported to develop their understanding of key transition points. CEC have resources to support this linked above.

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Promoting all Pathways | CEC Resource Directory

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Promoting all Pathways These resources allow you to develop knowledge and understanding of all available routes at key transition points.

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FSQ ( Future Skills questionnaire)  Learner engagement animation

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FSQ ( Future Skills questionnaire)  Learner engagement animation

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A short 2-minute video has been designed to encourage learners to meaningfully complete FSQ.
It clearly explains the purpose and value of FSQ, along with how easy it is to complete and how learner responses will be used. This video will help drive learner understanding and engagement during FSQ sessions and support learners to get the most out of completing the questionnaire.

Please view the link below to view the recommended next steps and other resources.

FSQ Engagement Resources

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Welcome to the Kent and Medway Labour Market Information Hub, your go-to resource for insights into local employment trends, career opportunities, and industry demands. Designed specifically for young people and schools, this platform offers valuable information to help guide your career planning and educational choices.

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Work experience at the Met Office

Work experience at the Met Office

An introduction to the Met Office

The Met Office work experience programme consists of two distinct phases. The first is an online work experience. This stand-alone programme is available to all UK-based students aged between 13 and 18, and all who register are guaranteed a place. As part of this programme, you'll explore typical roles in the Met Office through a series of videos, projects and webinars and learn all about the common skills and qualifications needed to pursue a range of careers, from Forecasting, Engineering and Data Science to Cyber Security, and Customer & Stakeholder Management. Following completion of the online programme, you can apply for a second phase of work experience - a two to three day in-person placement, for which limited places are available.

Current in-person opportunities

Forecasting your Future (online work experience)

We've teamed up with Springpod, a specialist careers platform, to offer a fascinating insight into the work of the Met Office. This online work experience is designed to develop your knowledge and skills and provides the opportunity for you to tap into individualised support from Met Office staff across the organisation via an online chat system. The online programme can be completed across a work experience week or at any other time of the year, with the bulk of your time spent on exciting work-related projects. Once you've finished the programme, if you'd like to find out more about a career at the Met Office, we encourage you to apply for our in-person work experience programme.

Ready to get started?
Find out more about the 'Forecasting your Future' online work experience programme by visiting the Springpod website, reading more about the programme and creating an account. Use the link below, click on the 'Start' button and follow the registration instructions.

Register for the 'Forecasting your Future' programme

In-person work experience

In-person placement opportunities are available across the year, with a variety of teams, including Forecasting, Technology, Engineering and Communications.

Am I eligible to apply?
To apply for in-person work experience, you must have completed 'Forecasting Your Future', the Met Office online work experience programme. You'll also be in one of the following academic year groups at the time of the placement:

England and Wales. Years 10, 11, 12 or 13 (up to 31st August)
Northern Ireland. Years 11, 12, 13 or 14 (up to 31st August)
Scotland. S3, S4, S5 or S6 (up to 31st August)

Finally, you must be studying in the UK, either in formal education or being home-schooled.

Current opportunities

The application procedure for an in-person placement is based on our Met Office job application process, to give you experience of what it is like to apply for a job vacancy with us. Please be aware that you'll need to submit all the work-based assignments you completed during the online work experience, as part of your application. So, please make sure you have them downloaded and ready to attach. Our in-person placements are highly sought-after, so the more effort you put into these assignments, the more likely you are to be offered an in-person placement.

Download our guide to making a great application

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Discover the latest information about our upcoming open days and what to expect when you visit.

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Careers Information Advice & Guidance Services for Schools & Colleges

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CXK’s practitioners are qualified to level 6, delivering high quality career guidance in schools and colleges to meet the Ofsted framework.

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The Kent and Medway Careers Hub created a dynamic video designed to engage and inform students, teachers and parents about the diverse career opportunities in construction, architecture, engineering, and related careers in the County.

Produced in partnership with The Ebbsfleet Development Corporation and The Early Careers Show, the “On Your Doorstep” video highlights routes and pathways into this important industry sector.

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On your doorstep videos | Kent and Medway Careers Hub

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Dive into the world of built environment careers with our dynamic ‘On Your Doorstep’ videos produced in partnership with industry leaders.

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MYPATH has a bank of resources and videos to help connect subjects to the world of work.

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The Careers & Enterprise Academy is the online home of careers leadership for Careers Leaders and all those who work with them to plan and deliver strategic, progressive careers programmes.

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The Careers & Enterprise Academy is the new online home of careers leadership for Careers Leaders and all those who work with them to plan and deliver strategic, progressive careers programmes.

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Events | New and Upcoming Activities | North Kent College

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Stay updated on the latest events at North Kent College. Discover open days, student showcases, and community activities.

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KentChoices is the go-to platform for students to discover post-16 pathways—sixth form, college, apprenticeships, and training. Careers Leaders can access guidance, event listings, and resources aligned to the Gatsby Benchmarks, as well as support from the Kent & Medway Careers Hub to strengthen their careers programmes.

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KentChoices is a one-stop shop for young people to find post-16 info and apply to sixth forms, colleges, training providers & apprenticeships.

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Helping parents and carers to talk about the future.

It is widely recognised that parents are the most influential force in a young person's career and education decision making. Talking Futures is a suite of resources to help parents have constructive careers and education conversations with their children...

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Virtual and In person Work Experience Opportunities

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Virtual and In person Work Experience Opportunities

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https://finder.futuresforall.org/

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The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers recognises the UK's outstanding apprenticeship employers

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The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers recognises the UK's outstanding apprenticeship employers

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Coverage of the rankings in The Sunday Times included profiles of the country's top apprenticeship employers, apprentice case studies, and a guide to the different levels of apprenticeships available across the UK.

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The Sunday Times Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers 2025

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Medway Skills Plan & Labour Market Insights: Building a Future-Ready Workforce.

https://www.medway.gov.uk/info/200341/business_for_medway/941/skills_and_employment

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Welcome to Kent & Medways Careers Hub's Padlet board. This board contains the latest news and resources for schools, colleges, and employers.

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This new, interactive quiz helps students to explore different British Army apprenticeships and what is involved in the day-to-day job, as well as how the skills and qualifications gained through the apprenticeships can be applied to tackle real-life challenges.

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An interactive quiz exploring different British Army apprenticeships and what is involved in the day-to-day job, as well as how the skills and qualifications gained through the apprenticeships can be applied to tackle real-life challenges.

To find out more about apprenticeships with the British Army, click here.

Share this:

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Understanding Army Job Roles Quiz - Amazing Apprenticeships

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Partner Resources, Quizzes, armed forces, army, job roles, quiz

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InterviewBot -  The go-to place for interview practice

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The Interview Practice Channel is a series of free YouTube videos with interview questions across multiple different subject areas. This includes a School Leaver interview specifically to help 16-18 year olds talk about themselves.

You can share this with your students for self practice or use it in the classroom, pausing between questions to discuss possible answers as a group.

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Free interview practice website offering interviews in numerous subjects. Candidates can record and play back their interviews, and an AI coach will point out areas for improvement.

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Tech She Can Free live lessons & assemblies

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Tech She Can Free live lessons & assemblies

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Assemblies & Lessons - TechSheCan

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We have a wealth of careers teaching materials which use case studies and examples from our professional networks, demonstrating geographers using their geographical skills and knowledge in the workplace.

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Geographical careers resources from the Society

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We offer a wealth of careers teaching materials, embeddable activities and guidance as to how you can embed careers education into your teaching.

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The Institute of Engineering and Technology have a range of free STEM teaching resources on their website linked above.

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STEM teaching resources for secondary school teachers - posters, videos, handouts, lesson plans, teaching ideas and worksheets

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© 2024 The Institution of Engineering and Technology. The Institution of Engineering and Technology is registered as a Charity in England & Wales (no 211014) and Scotland (no SC038698)

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Developed by the Careers Hub team in East Sussex in conjunction with specialists, this resource contain lesson plans and accompanying resources to support embedding careers within Science, English and Maths curriculums:

Science Lesson Plans

Maths Lesson Plans

English Lesson Plans

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Find an apprenticeship website has had a refresh, with many new exciting features and functions.

The registration process has also changed, with a new authentication requirement when you log in.

This brand-new guide provides step-by-step support to set up an account. Use it to support students or individuals to create an account and start searching and applying for apprenticeships today.

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Day in the Life of a Support Worker Video

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Day in the Life of a Support Worker Video

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Chailey Heritage Foundation have produced a short video about the day-to-day role of a Support Worker to help with career discussions about working in the social care and education sector.

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Bank of England Future of Work Presentation

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Bank of England Future of Work Presentation

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Bank of England have produced an interactive presentation about the future of work and the impact of technology on careers such as robotics and A.I.

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This teaching resource will help you explain how technology such as robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) is changing the kinds of jobs we do. It's aimed at students who are aged 16+.

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You be the Judge is an interactive resource that lets students experience a court case and learn about careers in law.

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Morrisby have a bank of posters on their website which link to careers to subject courses.

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Careers Guidance & Subject-Specific Posters by Morrisby

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Access a bank of 120+ posters to brighten up your notice board! Highlight career opportunities and spotlight roles to inspire and motivate...

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4Schools have a bank of resources to connect the curriculum to careers in the television and media sector.

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By registering your school, you’ll get access to an exclusive range of resources including presentation slides and practical activities to reinforce students learning. Display in class, print, email or present, the choice is up to you! Our resources are always being updated, keep an eye on the website for new resources for you to download and keep.

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Further Education and Apprenticeship Resources

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Further Education and Apprenticeship Resources

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The Youth Employability Service (YES) have produced resources for young people about further education and apprenticeships:

Apprenticeship Guide

FE Guide

Work-Ready Checklist

Skills and Qualities Prompts

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This handy guide provides top tips on taking your next steps into employment, education or training. In this article we explore:

Job searching is the first component to securing your first job. That's why it's important you know where to search:
Indeed - Is a free resource that allows you to search and apply for jobs listed. You are also able to search by area and upload CVs to application forms. We use Indeed at YES to produce the weekly Jobs & Apprenticeships List.
Charity Job - Search through 2,000+ jobs, volunteering opportunities and courses to find something right for you.
Love Local Jobs - Get local jobs, advice and inspiration - upload CV's, receive job notifications.

CVs are needed for most job applications and it's important your CV stands out. CXK has put together How to Write a Good CV which breaks it down into 7 manageable sections. It's important you use Action Verbs when creating your CV, here are 139 Action Verbs to Make Your CV Stand Out. We've also got CV Advice - Top Tips if you'd like further guidance with your CV.

We've found a video on how to write a CV if you learn better from video content.

Volunteering is a fantastic way to develop skills and experience for your first job. 3VA is an organisation that empowers, supports and develops social and voluntary action in East Sussex covering Eastbourne, Lewes District and Wealden. HVA is working to improve the quality of life for people in Hastings and offer various volunteering opportunities.

Do you know what career you're interested in? If you do, do you know how to achieve it? If the answers no, that's okay! Here are some useful tools to get some career inspiration and to find out how to achieve your career goals. You can Explore Careers to find out the average salary, typical working hours, how to become, what it takes, what you'll do and career paths & progression of many different jobs. You can also use Prospects - Job Profiles to find similar information. Both are useful tools and should be used in conjunction for best outcomes.

Once you've secured an interview, it's very important that you're prepared! That's why CXK have put together some Typical Interview Questions you may be asked, and how to best answer them. We've also got some further Interview Advice that we recommend, it looks at the entire interview process as a whole.

Many Young People consider college as an option, that's why we've put together a list of all local colleges in and around East Sussex:
Ashford College is a further education College that's run by the EKC Group and is based in Ashford.
Bexhill College is a 6th form college offering a wide range of A-Levels, Btecs, Level 2s and GCSEs. They're based in Bexhill-on-Sea.
Brighton Aldridge Community Academy (BACA) - Is a coeducational academy based in Brighton, this includes a College too.
BHASVIC is a 6th Form College which offer a range of courses and they're based in Brighton.
Dv8 is a specialist college offering young people personalised, industry-led training in creative sectors. They're based in both Bexhill & Brighton.
East Sussex College Group (ESCG) is a merger between Sussex Coast & Sussex Downs Colleges. ESCG are based in Eastbourne, Hastings, Newhaven & Lewes.
Great Brighton Metropolitan College offers a variety of courses and qualifications including apprenticeships. They're based in Brighton, Shoreham & Worthing.
Plumpton College is a further & higher education college, with courses in a variety of land-based and related subjects. They're based in Lewes.
Varndean College is a 6th form college that offers advanced and pre-advanced academic and vocational courses. They're based in Brighton.
West Kent College offers numerous courses and qualifications, including A-Levels, vocational courses and degree level programmes. They're based in Tonbridge.

You may wish to consider alternative provision too, we've put together a list you may find useful:
Crossland & Dudson offer apprenticeships to all ages. This includes L3 ICT, L3 Childcare, L2 Childcare and more.
Discovery College offers a range of free courses to young people aged 12-20 across different venues and online.
Heathercroft Training Academy offers apprenticeships and traineeships courses and they're based in Eastbourne.
National Citizen Service run fun and engaging programmes for young people aged 16-17, to help improve employability and gain lifelong skills during summer holidays and autumn half terms.
Prince's Trust work with young people to empower them to get into jobs, education and training.
UK Unsigned offer traineeships and work placements, based in Brighton. They offer courses in Music, Maths, English & Employability skills.
Wealden Works give an opportunity for 40 young aged 16-24 in the Wealden area each year, who do not benefit from contacts with the business world and other support networks, to take an important step on their personal journey into employment & contributing citizenship.

Apprenticeships are a great way to develop practical skills in the workplace whilst continuing education. You'll be in a full-time paid job but, you'll also be allowed at least 20% of your working week to study. Go to the Become an Apprentice to find out more.

Once you've researched apprenticeships, and you're certain you'd like to become an Apprentice, you can follow the step-by-step video we put together explaining how to search for an Apprenticeship on any device using the Find an Apprenticeship website.

If you like the idea of an Apprenticeship but feel like you need some more experience first, another option is Traineeships. They're skill development programme that includes a work placement and Traineeships can last from 6 weeks up to a full year. You can find out more on the GOV.UK website.

T-Levels are a new exciting option to consider too! Similar to Apprenticeships, both offer a combination of studies and work placements but, the difference is that T-Levels are based in a classroom 80% of the time with 20% being work placements. Go to the T-Levels website to find out more.

Additional Support for Young People

We work in unison with other organisations to provide the best employment, education and training support possible. Below are some support services that do not focus solely on Employment, Education & Training:

e-motion Counselling offers private and confidential written messages between you and your councillor every week. Or, drop-in every Wednesday from 5 pm - 7 pm if you prefer brief support.
i-Rock has introduced new virtual drop-in services but, they're also offering a limited number of face to face appointments. i-Rock offer support and advice to young people on a range of topics.
Young Minds supports young people who are suffering from mental health.
LGBT Foundation is a national charity delivering information, advice and support for LGBT communities.
NSPCC work with children and young people to prevent and support victims of abuse.

It's also important to consider any funding you might be eligible for to support you as a young person. The 16-19 Bursary Fund is a great way to help with your education-related costs, all the way up until you're 19. You can also use Grant Search to do exactly that, search for grants that you might be eligible for! Money-Saving Expert also has an Education Grants & Courses page which is full of useful information.

For some Young People, travel can be intimidating and stressful. If you stack this on top of other stresses, for example, an interview or your first day in a new job/college, it becomes extremely overwhelming. That's why it's important you have the best tools at your disposal to support your travels.

Google Maps is a very useful tool no matter which method of travel you use, especially if you're travelling somewhere for the first time!

If you travel via bus, you can use the Stagecoach website to check times, prices and types of tickets! If you travel via train, you can use trainline to check times, tickets and hunt for savings! You can even get virtual tickets now, this is especially useful if you lose things easily!
YES is a free service that offers support and guidance to young people in the East Sussex area aged 16-18 who are not in education, employment or training (NEET), or are at risk of being NEET. Visit the YES page for more information about the support available

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This handy guide provides top tips on taking your next steps into employment, education or training. In this article we explore: Job searching is the first component to securing your first job. That's why it's important you know where to search: Indeed - Is a free resource that allows you to search and apply for jobs listed.

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Discover and explore what it’s like to be a chemical or process engineer working in different industries with our virtual work experience programme ‘Engineering a Sustainable World’. Aimed at students aged 14 to 18 years, it’s full of engaging content to get stuck into. Through interactive online activities, students will discover:

different career routes and skills to help employability.

Students can also try a real-world task, called a sprint, and will be guided through the task by an engineer working in the energy sector.

Young people’s link to VWEX: Engineering a Sustainable World - Work Experience with IChemE | Springpod

Young people’s link to the Sprint : IChemE Sprint: Process Engineering in the Energy Sector | Springpod

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Daydream Believers has a bank of free online resources to help students develop their creativity, critical thinking and problem-solving skills within lessons.

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We have created a bank of free online resources suitable for anyone looking to introduce creativity, critical thinking and problem solving into their learning space. Access flexible lesson plans, learn about our partner companies and create a link between teaching essential skills in the classroom with stepping onto the path to a successful career in the future.

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We have created a bank of free online resources suitable for anyone looking to introduce creativity, critical thinking and problem solving into their learning space. Access flexible lesson plans, learn about our partner companies and create a link between teaching essential skills in the classroom with stepping onto the path to a successful career in the future.

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The Government have produced resources to help Careers Leaders and teachers understand and engage with parents/carers and students about T Levels.

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Resources to help you understand the new courses and be able to engage with parents and pupils about T Levels

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This page brings together a collection of resources that will help to equip you with the information needed to understand the new courses and be able to engage with parents and pupils about T Levels.

The documents are explained below.

T Levels digital toolkit

This guide has been written to support careers leaders, senior leaders and any other person with responsibility for introducing and sharing information and awareness about T Levels with your students, staff, parents and governors.

T Levels student activity pack

This new activity pack is aimed at students in Years 9 to 11 considering T Levels. The interactive pack includes tasks that help students to cover all the T Level basics including what they are, what's available and how it can help them progress.

T Levels guide

A helpful T Level guide for teachers and careers advisers, giving a comprehensive oversight of this exciting qualification.

T Levels poster bundle

Use these 3 eye-catching new staff room posters to help raise awareness of T Levels and prompt some useful discussions and debates amongst your colleagues.

T Levels course outline bundle

Factsheets outlining the different T Level courses on offer.

What are T Levels video

A 6 minute film showing teachers, employers and students explaining T Levels and their benefits.

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CEC have resources on their website to train and support schools with upgrading to the Compass+ system.

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Engineering UK have created a flow map highlighting the progression into engineering careers from 16+.

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Local Government Virtual Work Experience Platform

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Local Government Virtual Work Experience Platform

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Youth Employment UK have created a virtual work experience platform so students can explore careers in local government through videos and resources.

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What is virtual work experience?

Virtual work experience is a great way to build your skills and your CV, and to find out what you could enjoy doing in the world of work. PLUS - it helps you to explore the range of careers out there. What work interests YOU?

1. Download your digital workbook
2. Watch the videos
3. Complete the activities

This virtual guide aims to introduce you to the range of careers in local government. The videos and workbooks on this page are here to complement each other. Inside the workbook you will find questions, quizzes and activities to help you digest and think about what you have learnt from each video. The workbook is yours to keep, remember to download it to your device so that you can save your answers as you go.

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Careers in Local Government Work Experience Guide - Youth Employment UK

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Discover more about work experience for young people in the UK with Youth Employment UK. Get info, advice and more. Know your options!

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NDTi has a bank of resources to introduce young people and parents/carers to internships.

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Resources for employers created or shared as part of the delivery of Internships Work. Support, Information, Resources, Tools about Supported Internships, The Employer Champion Free Training Offer and more for employers wanting to start with supported internships.

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Career Share contains a bank of free resources to support schools with engaging parents/carers with their careers activities.

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Did you know that parents and carers are the biggest influencers on young people’s future aspirations?

Did you know that conversations about careers can have a positive impact on grades, motivation to study and attitude to success?

Did you know by sharing stories about your career and life path parents and carers can make a positive impact on the lives of young people?

We have put together a suite of materials to support schools to engage with their parents and carers so students across the county can benefit from the knowledge, experience and networks parents and carers offer.

Career Share is a collaboration between East Sussex Careers Hub, Coast to Capital Careers Hub and the Uni Connect programme Get Career Confident.

Parents and Carers

If you are a parent or carer in Sussex get in touch with your child’s school to make sure they are aware of the campaign and don’t forget to follow Get Career Confident on our dedicated parent/carer Facebook page @Get-Career-Confident.

Teachers and Careers Staff

Teachers and careers staff in Sussex schools or colleges please use the materials below to run your own Career Share campaign!

Letter, email and newsletter copy (Word doc)

Recommended activities to do with Parents/Carers

Suggested text for School website (Word doc)

Suggested social media messages

Social media post (zip file)

Branded PowerPoint slide (pptx file)

Collecting parents and carer contacts (links and instructions)

Poster (A4 pdf)

Leaflet (A5 pdf)

Pledge Card (A5 pdf)

Logo pack (zip file)

Please tell us if you use any of the Career Share materials by completing this short form at this link.

Career Share is a collaboration between East Sussex Careers Hub, Coast to Capital Careers Hub and the Uni Connect programme Get Career Confident.

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Gain access to expert careers advice and tips, online resources and face-to-face guidance

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Free professional development for teachers, SENCOs,SEND staff and the wider education workforce

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The Careers & Enterprise Company has a fantastic range of FREE resources to support schools and colleges, specifically aimed at teachers, SENCO’s and SEND staff, and the wider education workforce. Their resource directory also contains a range of materials to support you to help every young person find their best next step.

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Talentino! works closely with local authorities, career hubs, and educational settings to create aspirational pathways to employment at every learning level.

Our programmes are based on our Same and Different early career development model, which has also been adopted by the Careers and Enterprise Company (CEC), the national body for careers education in England.

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Shaping inclusive careers education for all young people.

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The Careers and Enterprise Company offer training courses to help Careers Leaders understand their role and to develop the skills required to help strategically and successfully embed a careers programme in their setting.

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All Careers Leaders require outstanding training

Don't miss out! Fully funded Career Leader Training places are still available to all Independent Special Schools careers personnel.

To find out more about the training, please attend our drop-in session on:

Taking place at 4pm, these interactive, open forums are designed to answer your questions about the Careers Leader training programme, clarify any doubts, and guide you to the ideal course that aligns with your professional goals. Register now to book your place and come and meet the team and have any questions answered.
Alternatively please follow the link to book a one-to-one call on a date and time of your choice with our friendly adviser, who will be happy to answer any of your queries.
Our training courses provide a huge opportunity for you as a Careers Leader to accelerate your school, special school or college towards achieving the Gatsby Benchmarks. In order to achieve this, we help you improve your understanding of your role and develop the skills required to strategically embed a careers programme. Whether you are new to the role or highly experienced, there are training courses designed for all levels that will help you ultimately inspire young people to find their next best step.

We also have a fully funded training course led by nine high quality training providers, which will equip you with all the knowledge you need across leadership, management, co-ordination and networking.

Fully funded Careers Leadership training

Over 2,000 C areers Leaders have completed the training and are using it to improve and develop their careers programmes.

Choose from distant, face-to-face or blended learning courses.

Network and make new connections with other Careers Leaders.

Improve your knowledge of the role and gain access to a qualification (up to level 7).

All Careers Leaders are eligible to apply for a fully funded training place*.

How Careers Leader training can fit into your routine

We're aware how the demands of completing Careers Leader training can have an impact on your daily routines and overall work/life balance. We therefore recommend you choose from one of our learning methods from above to suit your circumstances, as well as speak directly with your chosen training provider and line manager in advance of beginning your course. They will provide all the support and advice you will need to complete the course on time.

Please note: Our training courses focus on Careers Leadership. While they won't qualify you directly as a Careers Advisor, select accredited courses can offer credits towards a Level 6 Careers Advisor Qualification. In addition our Level 7 courses can lead to a postgraduate diploma or a Master's with the professional award of the Qualification in Career Development (QCD).

How it works

To register for a fully funded place, first explore each of our training providers to decide which course is right for you. Use our alternatively you can watch an overview video of each course.

Once you've selected the course, follow the link to each individual training provider for full details of their course content. You can speak directly to the provider about any queries you may have regarding their course. You'll be able to register directly from the training provider's course page.

On completion of the course, you will receive £1,000 to spend on furthering your CPD or Careers Programme. For more details on how the funding works, please read the
*Terms and Conditions
The eligibility criteria is for careers leaders in all state-funded secondary schools and colleges, including SEN and AP.
If you already know which course and Training Provider you wish to enrol with then you are all set to register for a funded training place! Register now.

If you have any questions about the training and/or bursary, please contact careersleaders@careersandenterprise.co.uk

The benefits of Careers Leader training

Jennie Cole at Hailsham Community College, a former Careers Leader, speaks about her experience of completing Careers Leader training. We also hear from the principal about the wider impact of the training on the college and its young people.

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Our training courses help Careers Leaders understand their role and develop the skills required to strategically embed a careers programme in their school or college.

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The National Careers Service offers free and impartial careers information, advice and guidance for young people aged 13 and over.

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Careers advice - job profiles, information and resources | National Careers Service

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The National Careers Service can help you with your career, learning and training choices. Find out more about us and the different ways we can support you. This service is available to people who live in England.

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The British Army Internship Programme is an opportunity to experience a challenging and rewarding year with the Army in the role of an Army Officer for 12 months before, during or after University. Find out more through the link above.

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Ready to learn how to overcome physical and mental challenges? And develop leadership qualities and management skills? Join us as an Officer Intern. You'll have unique, exceptional leadership training and experiences, as well as an unrivalled insight into the life of an Army Officer. You'll have the same world-class leadership training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst as our Officers and then further training afterwards, depending on your role.
After training, you'll spend 6 to 18 months attached to a regular Army unit, in the UK and on routine duties around the world, shadowing the daily role of an Army Officer, learning to lead a team of up to 30 soldiers. You can take up an internship before, during or after you go to University. You'll be paid throughout and take part in sports, Adventurous Training and military training exercises but you will not deploy on operations. As an entry-level Officer, you'll start your career in a position of management, commanding responsibility for your team of soldiers. You don't need any experience to apply - through world-class training at the Royal Military Academy in Sandhurst, you'll develop the transferrable leadership skills and qualifications you need to motivate and support your team. Outside the Royal Military Academy, you'll continue to learn and grow. Being an Officer is a global adventure, whether you're leading expeditions, running operations abroad, or delivering humanitarian aid to communities in need. During your training at Sandhurst, you'll be an Officer Cadet, earning over £27,818 a year. As you progress through our ranks, this will rise to £42,849 for a Captain, and £53,975 when you become a Major. You'll also receive 38 days' annual leave every year (plus bank holidays and extra leave after operations), free medical and dental care, cheaper living costs, and free gym and sports facilities. And unless you're away on operations or training exercises, you'll normally work 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

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Develop leadership and management skills as an Officer Intern! Join us for top training at the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.

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EDF Free Virtual Work Experience Programme

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EDF Free Virtual Work Experience Programme

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EDF have a virtual work experience programme for anyone aged 14+ to learn about working in the energy sector and employability skills.

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This programme is open to anyone aged 14+ based in the UK

Certificate of completion

Over 6 hours worth of content

Overview
EDF is Britain's biggest generator of zero-carbon electricity, and they've pioneered a number of innovative and groundbreaking projects to get there... curious to know how you'd fit in?
What's Included
From an introduction to EDF to an exploration of the exciting careers you could pursue at the company - this programme will teach you it all! Dive into the importance of renewables, discover the importance of technology and innovation, and learn what employability skills will make you stand out.

Commercial, Finance & Supply Chain

Frequently asked questions

I have a question about my application or programme eligibility

When will I hear back if I have been successful with my application?
Once you have applied for your programme, you will receive a confirmation email. You will be notified about the outcome of your application via email at least 3 days before the programme start date. Good luck!
Can I apply to multiple programmes?
Yes, you can sign up to multiple programmes with us. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any potential clashes.
Who can take part in the programme? (Age limits, some programmes have location constraints but most don't etc.)
Most of our programmes require students to be in school/college. Some programmes require students to be based in specific regions of the UK, this is stipulated by the organisations themselves, and is not defined by Springpod.

However, the ages mentioned on our programmes are more of a guideline than a strict limit. As such, we more than welcome older students to apply as well!

I have a question about my assignment

How long does it take for assignments to be reviewed?
Assignments can take up to a week or longer to review and be marked complete. Rest assured, it will be reviewed soon and your certificate will be generated once your programme has been marked as complete.
What do I do if I upload the wrong file?
If you make a mistake when uploading a file, please email hello@springpod.com. We will be able to make a note on our system. Don't worry, the outcome of your programme will not be affected by this.

I have a question about the programme dates, deadline or workload

How long will I have to complete this programme?
There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).
When does the programme start?
Our programmes have various start dates, you can find the exact date on the programme website page. These are available here: https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/search

You will be notified if your application has been successful, 3 days before the programme start date.
What happens if I can't finish the work experience in time?
All programme material will remain accessible after the end date of the programme. Students can continue to work through their programme after the official end date. Although, if possible, we would strongly encourage students to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions.
How much work is required for these programmes? (Will I be able/should I complete more than one programme at a time)?
There is around 10 hours worth of work in total, spread across a two week period. The live talks will be available as recordings, so you can catch up on any work whenever possible.
When do the programmes run? (programme structure etc.)
Once you have access, you can view and complete the material as and when you can, within the time frame of the course in question (for example, within a two week period). In total, there is around 10 hours worth of work. The live talks will take place during weekday working hours. However, all live talks will be available as recordings and the courses can be completed at your own convenience. . There is no specific cut-off deadline for completing your programme (although, if possible, we would encourage you to complete all the work within the time frame, alongside the live webinar sessions).

I have a question about the live talks

What happens if I can't make a live talk/webinar?
All live talks will be available as recordings. You can access these at the same link used to access the live event. So don't worry if you can't attend a live webinar, a recording will be available for you to access through your programme within 24 hours of the live event finishing.
What software is required for the live talks?
We use a piece of software called BigMarker. It is a cloud based video hosting software. It requires no installations or downloads on your end, and will provide everything you need to join the live webinars through one simple link.
Will I be able to ask questions/do I have to have my microphone on?
You will have a chance to ask questions at the end of each webinar. These questions are typed out and then read to the presenter by the host of the live talk. There is no need to speak, and all student microphones will be muted for the duration of the live webinar.

I have a question about the certificate

Will I receive a certificate on completion of the programme?
You will receive a certificate on completion of your programme. It will be made available to download whenever your programme is marked as complete.

I want to delete my account

How can I delete my account?
You can delete your account following the below steps

Can you please ensure you log into your account at the following link: https://www.springpod.com

Once logged in, click on your name in the top right-hand corner, select settings and then 'delete account'.

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Energise Your Career & Develop Key Skills with Work Experience from EDF

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Barclays Life Skills is a free programme to help young people develop the skills they need to enter the world of work.

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Upskilling young people through educators and specialist charity partners

"I have been able to identify and build skills I would not have thought about. I have been able to use my learning to become a school ambassador and have won an award at an Enterprise Event".

Male, 15-16 years, secondary school, England

"The [resources] were easy to put together, there was a logical flow, and there was a massive range of activities. So, tutors can pick and choose, as long as it meets the learning objective of the lesson".

Head of PSHE - Secondary school, England (South East)

Connecting adults with work

"Nathan was homeless and had recently left prison. His Job Centre Work Coach, referral partner and Barclays' charity partner collaborated to help Nathan find employment. He was supported with CV and interview preparation, training courses as well as a voucher for interview clothes. Nathan settled in well to his new employment and was subsequently promoted".

Barclays LifeSkills Charity Partner

Find out more about the charities that Barclays LifeSkills works with, to help support adults and families who are facing barriers getting into work.

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LifeSkills | Developing work and life skills

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LifeSkills, created with Barclays, helps young people get the skills and experiences they need to enter the world of work.

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Ambitious about Autism has a hub of resources to help young people with autism and their parents/carers make informed choices about their future employment opportunities.

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Toolkits

Welcome to our Employ Autism resources hub.

We have designed a collection of toolkits to help more autistic young people access sustainable and meaningful employment opportunities.

The resources will help employers to develop their awareness and understanding of autism. They will support the hiring and retaining of talented autistic young people.

These resources are also relevant for autistic young people, their parents/carers, teachers, and other relevant professionals to support a young person to make informed choices about their future employment opportunities.

Sign up today to receive updates on work opportunities and resources for autistic people in your area.

The resource has been co-produced in partnership with Ambitious about Autism Youth Patrons as experts by experience and expert partners Creased Puddle, utilising best practice and up-to-date research, the Autism Education Trust, and the Department of Education.

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Ambitious about Autism is the national charity for children and young people with autism. We provide services, raise awareness and understanding, and campaign for change. Through TreeHouse School, The Rise School and Ambitious College we offer specialist education and support.

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Discover creative careers | The UK’s home for creative careers.

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Discover Creative Careers is for young people exploring their future, the people who support them, and the employers shaping what comes next.

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Supported Internship Online Learning Course

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Supported Internship Online Learning Course

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The National Children's Bureau have created an e-learning course to introduce employers to supported internships.

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Careers Fair Dates

COMING SOON

Please share any upcoming careers fair dates/open day events with your Careers Consultant.

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St John Ambulance- Young Responders programme

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St John Ambulance- Young Responders programme

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The St John’s Ambulance Young Responders is a free programme designed to give young people aged 11–25, including those with SEND the confidence and practical skills to respond to real-life emergencies through our “Street First Aid” sessions.

If you’re interested in arranging a session for your young people or have any queries, please contact Claire Ferguson - claire.ferguson@sja.org.uk

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A mapping tool for career friendly schools, colleges and businesses

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The UK's #1 career app for young people looking to upskill & get experience in the creative industries. Thousands of internships, apprenticeships, events, courses, training schemes and more.