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Have a look at last month's DYW events in action!

@StrathScience
@NCLanarkshire
@DYWLED

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Interested in pursuing a career with @ScotRail within their IT department?

Sign up to the online information session below to find out more!

Monday 5th June
19:00
https://eventbrite.co.uk/e/scotrail-it-modern-apprenticeships-tickets-642172905447…

3 Modern Apprenticeship roles will begin in August 2023

IT Service Desk 1st Line Support
https://apply.scotrail.co.uk/vacancies/1461/

Digital Mobile Support Assistant
https://apply.scotrail.co.uk/vacancies/1463/

IT Administration
https://apply.scotrail.co.uk/vacancies/1462/

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April's bulletin is dominated by our successful S4 Skills for Life and Work programme!

Thanks again to our programme volunteers

@GraemeSSDO

@BritishArmy

@saltire_ltd

@LANDEDPeerEd

@skillsdevscot

@firesafety_lan

@forgewoodCC

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Find out the latest DYW news from a busy March here at @braidhurst!

Special thanks to:

@NHSLanarkshire

@NCLanarkshire

@SmartSTEMs

@talent_foundry

@StoryContractng

@myjobscotland

@AmeyLtd

@sectt628

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Looking to leave school this summer, or even sooner?

Visit the Young Persons Guarantee website where you can find more than 35,000 jobs, apprenticeships, courses and volunteering opportunities all in one place

https://opportunities.youngpersonsguarantee.scot

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Please find attached and below some information in relation to a role within the Equans Business Support Centre in Bellshill:

BSC Apprentice – Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm – Age 16-19

The apprentice contract is £14,000.

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Please find attached and below some information in relation to the roles within the Equans Business Support Centre in Bellshill:

BSC Helpdesk Coordinator – Monday – Friday (between 6am – 5pm) would be on a set shift within these hours

BSC Helpdesk Coordinator – Saturday & Sunday – 8am – 5pm

BSC Helpdesk Coordinator – 4 days per week across the 7 days – 5pm – 10pm/7pm – 11pm)

Fixed term 18 month contract whilst completing SVQ in Business Admin

Salary is £24,100.

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Please find attached and below some information in relation to the roles within the Equans Business Support Centre in Bellshill:

BSC Administrator – Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm

Fixed term 18 month contract whilst completing SVQ in Business Admin

Salary is £24,100 and the apprentice is £14,000.

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With a Modern or Graduate Apprenticeship you can learn on the job, get a qualification and earn a wage.

Find a vacancy that suits you in your local area here: fal.cn/3wO0v

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Pupils can still catch up on the DYW Live Sessions from #ScotAppWeek23!

Access the free videos to hear from apprentices and employers about what it's like to be an apprentice in Scotland!

Go to  https://fal.cn/3wKAO

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Join @skillsdevscot careers advisers for a free webinar, 23 March from 6:30 to 7:15pm, for advice and tips on how to have meaningful #careerconversations at home with your young person. Includes a Q and A session at the end. Sign up here  https://fal.cn/3wMUi

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Leaving to start Higher Education in the 2023/24 academic year?

@saastweet are hosting online application workshops that can be attended by pupils/parents/carers

Sessions run from April 4th until June 30th and can be booked here
https://eventbrite.co.uk/e/568210211037

Workshops will outline:

the funding available from the SAAS for those planning HNC/HND/Degree courses

advice on how to register and create a SAAS online account

how to submit a funding application

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Thanks to those pupils in S4 who have already arranged their Work Experience Placements and have contacted Mr O'Toole or Miss McKenna. Here are some of the latest opportunities available within the local area.

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Find out the latest DYW news at Braidhurst for the month of February!

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Find out the latest DYW news from this month at Braidhurst!

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Young Professionals Apprenticeship & Careers Virtual Event

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On Monday 6th February from 5pm - 8pm students from across the nation will have access to the UK’s biggest Virtual Apprenticeship, Work Experience & Careers Expo with over 30 of the world’s biggest employers in attendance!

If you are interested hearing from any of these employers, please use the main registration link below and select which industry sector you’d like to be part of during the evening (don't worry if you are interested in more than one, you will be able to join other industries throughout the evening).

Registration Link:

https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/YP-NAW

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Are you conscientious, self-motivated and enjoy maths?

Due to growth Story Contracting has an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Civil Engineer to join our team.

At Story you will be supported by a welcoming and inclusive team to gain experience of a variety of Construction, Railway and Civils projects. As a Trainee Civil Engineer, you will be learning on the job whilst being a valuable member of the team responsible for assisting in engineering disciplines whilst learning from our site team and will have the opportunity to manage and build client relationships.

Apply here:
https://www.storycontracting.com/job/trainee-engineer/

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Police Scotland is recruiting now!

Police officer applications are accepted all year round, although they have four main intakes each year.

They are keen to receive applications from people in under-represented communities. Police Scotland also want to hear from people willing to work in remote locations i.e. Highland and Islands and Argyll.

You need to be at least 18 years of age to work with Police Scotland but can apply from 17.5 years of age.

Use the link below to apply:

https://www.scotland.police.uk/recruitment/police-officer-recruitment/apply-now/

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BBC Data Science Graduate Apprenticeship

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BBC Data Science Graduate Apprenticeship

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AI and Machine Learning help us select tailored content that is relevant and engaging for our BBC iPlayer and BBC Sounds audiences, so if you fancy a career at the cutting edge of new technology read on! The BBC is looking for the next generation of Data Scientists with a passion for maths and coding to help our transition to becoming a more data driven organisation. This fully funded degree apprenticeship lets you earn while you learn on the job and studying for a BSc (Hons). What team you will be based in will depend on what location you apply for but you’ll be surrounded by people who live and breathe innovation so if you’re an ideas person with a love of learning, you’ll fit right in!

Start date: September 2023
Duration: 4 years degree programme
Salary: £19,500

Location: Glasgow

To apply, click on the link below:
https://careerssearch.bbc.co.uk/jobs/job/Data-Science-Degree-Apprenticeship-Glasgow-Level-6/63583

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Job Introduction

We're the home of the BBC iPlayer, some of the latest augmented reality apps and an extensive TV and Radio archive stretching back 100 years. The BBC is looking for the next generation of Data Scientists with a passion for maths and coding to help develop the AI and Machine Learning applications of the future and our transition to becoming a more data-driven organisation. So if you fancy a career at the cutting edge of new technology supporting our editors to create great content read on! This fully funded degree apprenticeship lets you earn while you learn on the job and by studying for a BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering with Data Science at the University of Glasgow.

Based within the Archives Technology and Services Team or Product Data Group, you'll be surrounded by people who live and breathe innovation so if you're an ideas person with a love of learning, you'll fit right in!

Start Date: 18th September 2023

Duration: 4-year degree programme

Salary: A starting salary of £19,500 and potential pay increases

Location: Glasgow

Typically leading to: Permanent role as a Data Scientist or Data Engineer

This advert is for Glasgow, we also have this role available in Salford and London. If you are interested in applying for Salford or London, please apply via the advert HERE

Role Responsibility

You'll be joining a team of Data Scientists, supporting the team in a number of areas including:

Data Analysis

Data Processing

Data Cleaning

Machine Learning algorithms (primarily Recommendation Engines) development

Algorithm evaluation

This is a great opportunity to learn on and off the job as part of an exciting BBC team alongside your degree programme at the University of Glasgow and modules like:

Practical Algorithms

Data Storage & Retrieval

Data Science Fundamentals

Database Systems

Big Data: Systems, Programming & Management

Information Retrieval

Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence

Recommender Systems

Introduction to Document Analytics

Deep Learning

Robotics Foundations

Computer Vision Methods & Applications

More information about the degree programme can be found HERE

Are you the right candidate?

If you love using mathematics to solve problems and want to feed your enthusiasm for AI and Machine Learning you're exactly what we're looking for! We're recruiting for people with plenty of ideas and great communication skills to join our team of Data Scientists and Engineers. We're not expecting you to run before you can walk, that's why it's an apprenticeship! But with support from our teams and the University of Glasgow, we'll help you to fulfill your potential so be sure to tell us how you're good at this lot:

Collaboration

Flexibility

Mathematical Problem Solving

Awareness & Understanding of Software Programming

Practical Application

Resilience

Time Management

Communication

Who we're looking for:

You'll have Maths & English National 5 or GCSEs at 9-4 or A-C equivalent

Scottish Highers at BBBB or above including mathematics and two sciences or A-levels at AAB-ABB including maths or equivalent qualifications

The legal right to work in the UK

Resident in UK, Channel Islands or Isle of Man with settled status for at least 3 years prior to the apprenticeship start date

Package Description

A starting salary of £19,500 and potential pay increases

A flexible 35-hour working week, 26 days of annual leave days (with the option to buy an extra 5 days)

Access to training and development across the BBC supported by a formal degree programme at the University of Glasgow

Academic and developmental support with a dedicated BBC line manager supported by a Scheme Specialist at the BBC Academy

BSc (Hons) in Software Engineering with Data Science

A fun place to work, competitive salary, a defined pension scheme and a range of discounts including dental, health care and gym membership.

Application Process
During the application process we want to learn more about your skills and interests. For further information about the application process please click here
Support with your application:
We are proud to be a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer and if you require any reasonable adjustments in order to apply or interview for a role with the BBC please visit our Early Careers Recruitment page

About the BBC

We don't focus simply on what we do - we also care how we do it. Our values and the way we behave are important to us. Please make sure you've read about our values and behaviours in the document attached below.

Diversity matters at the BBC. We have a working environment where we value and respect every individual's unique contribution, enabling all of our employees to thrive and achieve their full potential.

We want to attract the broadest range of talented people to be part of the BBC - whether that's to contribute to our programming or our wide range of non-production roles. The more diverse our workforce, the better able we are to respond to and reflect our audiences in all their diversity.

We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.

To find out more about Diversity and Inclusion at the BBC, please click here

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Data Science Degree Apprenticeship - Glasgow - Level 6 | Jobs and careers with BBC

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We're the home of the BBC iPlayer, some of the latest augmented reality apps and an extensive TV and Radio archive stretching back 100 years. The BBC is looking for the next generation of Data Scientists with a passion for maths and coding to help develop the AI and Machine Learning applications of the future and our transition to becoming a more data-driven organisation.

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Celtic FC Foundation - CashBack Gateway to Employment

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Please see the opportunity below, provided by Celtic FC Foundation:

We are offering a great opportunity to meet new people to get back into a good routine in a supportive and friendly environment. Young people will engage in a vast selection of workshops including, employability, personal development, goal setting, experiential learning, mental health and wellbeing as well as our afternoon physical activity sessions with our experience coaches. This project supports young people on a pathway into positive destinations such as Volunteering, Education, Training or Employment and participants will gain continued support throughout from our designated Employability Adviser, Trauma Counsellor and Coaches, including aftercare. As well as personal development and employability, our project incorporates physical activity as well as health & wellbeing to help increase participants motivation, confidence and self- esteem giving individuals the opportunity to progress personally.

We are currently recruiting for two CashBack projects for 16-24 year olds week beginning 16th January 2023 one will be every Monday & Tuesday and the other every Thursday and Friday.

Each young person will be provided with a lunch and travel via bus or train which will be reimbursed once travel ticket/receipt has been presented.

If you would like to register or have any questions please contact Shannon McMinn direct by email smcminn@celticfc.co.uk

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Our Mock Interview evening for S4 pupils has been confirmed for Wednesday 18th January 2023 19:00 - 20:30. All S4 pupils have been issued with an information letter which should have been passed to parents/carers.

We are delighted to confirm that Motherwell FC, NHS Scotland, Scottish Fire and Rescue, JP Morgan and Saltire have agreed to support this event.

Pupils must complete a CV before the event and will be issued with their interview time slot nearer the time.

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Here is the brochure from our recent Careers Fair. You will be able to find details about each employer who attended and a link to their website. For further contact details, please speak to Miss McKenna or Mr O'Toole.

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JP Morgan are hosting an Open Evening for any S5/6 pupils interested in finding out more about technology careers.

24th January 2023
17:30 - 19:30
Alhambra House, 45 Waterloo Street, Glasgow, G2 6HS

JP Morgan have over 2,000 technologists developing and supporting global systems using cutting-edge technologies and by attending this event you can find out the different ways in which you could be part of this outstanding team.

There will be the opportunity to submit questions for a Q&A panel featuring some of the current Software Development Apprentices/Graduates alongside networking with senior leaders from a range of different technology business areas.

The Emerging Talent Team specialist will also be on hand to answer questions about the application process and provide hints and tips on how to make your application stand out.

Entry Criteria: Attendees should currently be in S5 or S6, have a keen interest in technology and be studying towards/obtained a Higher qualification in Maths, Physics or Computer Science.

To register, click on the link below:

https://jpmc.recsolu.com/app/collect/event/8UP7UOfk8Vyh8mykUmMJCQ

JP Morgan will be in touch no later than one week prior to the event to confirm if they have been able to offer you a place.

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SDS are providing webinars for parents/carers to outline Foundation, Modern and Graduate Apprenticeship opportunities and explain how work-based learning can open the door to a wide range of careers

19/01/23
18:30 - 19:15

To book, click below:
https://eventbrite.co.uk/e/overview-of-scottish-apprenticeships-tickets-481645393337

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Scottish Apprenticeships webinar for pupils and parents

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Street League have a new 10-week employability programme beginning on the 16th of January in Wishaw.

Participants – 16-24 years old (not in education or employment)

Start Date – 16th January (10 weeks)

Venue – Wishaw Sports Centre & Rivals Boxing Gym

Day/Time – Monday – Thursday 10am – 1pm

The programme will include -

Training Allowance of £55 per week for those eligible

Paid travel expenses

SQA Qualification

Daily employability sessions

Interview Preparation

Help with searching and applying for jobs

Support from our Modern Apprenticeship team

Employer Talks

Daily sports sessions – Multi Sport 2 days per week and boxing/fitness other 2 days (Optional)

This offer is aimed at pupils who are looking to leave school at Christmas. Please speak to Miss McKenna or Mr O'Toole if you are interested.

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Please see attached the latest vacancies within North Lanarkshire Council promoted by Skills Development Scotland.

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Amey Plc are looking for young people in North Lanarkshire to express their interest in an upcoming taster session, for insight to the industry leading to work placements and apprenticeship opportunities.

An expression of interest is required, (preferably a CV, detailing in the Personal Statement) as they need to sift for the right candidates. These candidates will have the opportunity to undertake an apprenticeship, possibly modern or graduate.

Expressions of interest must outline why you wish to work in this area of Civil Engineering (and any relevant subjects): Road planning/design, Traffic Analysis, CAD etc, Project Management, Quantity Surveying.

There will be only 8 spaces, so dates will be decided once selection has taken place. Any pupils that are not successful this time will be placed on a database for next run, as other employer opportunities will be available soon.

Make sure you include the following information:

Name

School

Age

Email address

Contact number

If you wish to apply for this opportunity, send your CV with the following information to acairney@dywled.org

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Please see attached full details for pupils interested in the next free NHS Careers Event on Thursday 2nd March 2023. This event will be returning as a face-to-face event for the first time since 2019 and so hopefully it will benefit you.

The event will be split into three available timeslots 4.30pm – 5.15pm, 5.30pm – 6.15pm & 6.30pm – 7.30pm.

There will be a maximum of 100 tickets available for each timeslot, so please be quick to book your slot for anyone interested in a career in the NHS.

To book, click here:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nhs-lanarkshire-nextgen-career-information-event-2nd-march-2023-tickets-431676284387

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BAE Systems Maritime Naval Ships team are offering a one week work experience placement and the opportunity to earn a Silver Industrial Cadet Award. Placements will take place Monday to Thursday (8.30-15.30) for pupils aged 16 -18 at either their Scotstoun or Govan sites. You will spend time learning about BAE System’s apprentice programmes, the business and spend time in a workshop environment creating a project that you will then be asked to do a short presentation on.

On this one week programme, you will develop your skills and experience through live face to face sessions and activities devised and delivered by their apprentices and engineers. From combat systems to environmental engineers, project managers and steelworkers, you will learn with experts in their fields, illustrating the impact they are making on the future of ship design and the wide range of career pathways open to you when you leave school.

You will work on an individual project and spend time with our early careers experts who will help you explore your strengths as well as school leaver opportunities. While you will have an opportunity to experience a range of BAE functions and crafts on all WEX programmes, the Scotstoun programmes will have a larger focus towards electrical, plumbing, pipe welding, sheet metal design and fabrication crafts. The Govan programme will have a larger focus towards steelwork, welding, burning and fabrication crafts.

23 -26 January 2023 (Govan)

6 -9 March 2023 (Scotstoun)

15 -18 May 2023 (Scotstoun)

12- 15 June 2023 (Scotstoun)

4 – 7 September 2023 (Govan)

9- 12 October 2023 (Scotstoun)

6 -9 November 2023 (Govan)

Key Summary points:

Placements will be delivered over a one week period at either our Scotstoun or Govan site (Mon – Thurs 8.30-15.30)

Pupils will asked to arrive no later than 8.40am each morning and will be responsible for arranging their own transport to sites

All PPE will be provided & Lunches will be provided (Mon – Thurs)

Please speak to Mr O'Toole if you wish to apply for this opportunity.

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Find out the latest DYW news from December!

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Find out the latest DYW news in the world of Braidhurst!