Opportunities Bulletin | Summer Term, Week 6 | Date: 24 May 2024

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In this weekly round-up you will find information about a huge range of careers and further/higher education opportunities, including university open days, work experience, careers taster sessions, apprenticeship vacancies and lots more. The Careers section is followed by the Higher Education section.
We hope you find it useful!

Webinars and events taking place during school hours are aimed at Sixth Form students only. 

CAREERS / WORK EXPERIENCE / APPRENTICESHIPS

Sunday 2 June, 8.30am - 5pm

Years 10 - 13

Paediatric Pathways

The NHS Virtual Allied Healthcare Work Experience offers a unique opportunity for aspiring healthcare professionals. It's a rare occasion for students to hear from an exceptional guest speaker with a wealth of knowledge and insights to share, to better the understanding of the allied healthcare field.

Our speaker will provide invaluable guidance to help these future professionals embark on their dream healthcare careers. Following the talk, students will have an intimate look at the healthcare industry in the LIVE virtual work experience, delving into the many roles allied healthcare has to offer and taking an in-depth look at patient care by following the journeys of two patients from incident through to treatment.

The NHS Allied Healthcare Work Experience is the largest programme for aspiring healthcare professionals, having successfully invited over 12,000 students to participate in its programme last academic year - many of which have gone on to study:

Nursing
Midwifery
Paramedicine
Physiotherapy
Occupational Therapy
Dietetics
Radiography
Prosthetics and Orthotics
Speech and Language Therapy
Pharmacy

Places are £10 a session to cover administrative and technological costs, or £50 for the full 6 months (rolling programme).

Find out more and register

Step into the world of sports with us as we dive into a session featuring Victoria Monk, sharing insights from her remarkable career including her record-breaking Atlantic Ocean rowing journey.

Tuesday 4th June | 02:00pm - 03:00pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Explore Virginia Rammou's architecture and education journey, leading at Glasgow's Mackintosh School, focusing on health, wellbeing, societal, cultural, and economic influences.

Wednesday 5th June | 02:00pm - 03:00pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Empower your students with financial literacy insights from David Sproul, Starling Bank's Chairman. Learn budgeting, saving, and gain invaluable insights to confidently manage personal finances.

Thursday 6th June | 02:00pm - 02:45pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Explore architectural history with Anna Keay, director at the Landmark Trust, uncovering hidden stories and preserving cultural heritage. Join us for insights into this captivating field.

Monday 10th June | 10:00am - 10:45am | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Dive into the aviation industry with Nive Sivanathan, delving into Cyber Security & the Civil Aviation Authority. Discover his career journey, industry expectations, and essential skills.

Tuesday 11th June | 02:00pm - 03:00pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Broadcast an enlightening session on Engineering pathways and Aviation/Aerospace careers with Stuart Rankin from the Civil Aviation Authority. Explore the future of flight.

Wednesday 12th June | 02:00pm - 03:00pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Join us for an online event celebrating creativity in the screen industries with BAFTA. Hear from industry experts, explore diverse voices, and celebrate Pride. Stay tuned for speaker reveals!

Thursday 13th June | 10:00am - 11:00am | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Discover insights from Nadine Pfeifer, NHS Senior Manager and HopStair App Founder, in our industry spotlight session. 

Tuesday 18th June | 02:00pm - 03:00pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Join us for an inspiring talk with Sowmya Pulle, Senior Marketing Manager at SSCL, as she shares her unconventional career journey from drama to marketing, defying family expectations.

Monday 24th June | 10:00am - 11:00am | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Meet Carl Austin-Behan, LGBTQ+ Ambassador in Manchester and RAF Veteran. Despite discrimination, he advocates for equality. Learn from his journey, inspire change for inclusivity.

Wednesday 26th June | 10:00am - 10:45am | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Introducing Rachel Grant, a versatile actor, entrepreneur, and former Bond girl. She's on a mission to empower students by sharing invaluable career insights. Join the talk and get inspired.

Monday 1st July | 02:00pm - 02:45pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Curious about journalism routes and the industry's landscape? Join Alan Jones in this Industry Spotlight, sharing his journey and insights into the journalism world.

Tuesday 2nd July | 02:00pm - 03:00pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Uncover the realm of Law in this Industry Spotlight Talk featuring Helen Chapman, Barrister and part-time Judge. Explore her journey into Criminal Law and navigating the industry as a woman and parent.

Monday 8th July | 02:00pm - 03:00pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Don't miss Marco Ndrecaj's remarkable story! As SSCL's Director of Contact Centre Services, he shares his journey from a young immigrant to a successful leader.

Wednesday 10th July | 02:00pm - 03:00pm | KS3-5 / S1-6

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Find out more and register

 

FURTHER & HIGHER EDUCATION

Find out more

Open days and events
  • Personal Statements: How to write an excellent one
    30 May 2024, 16:30 - 17:15
  • Clearing Session: Everything you need to know
    13 June 2024, 19:00 - 19:45
Subject taster sessions 

Medic Mentor's virtual work experiences provide students with valuable insights and opportunities that may be otherwise difficult to access. Developed in collaboration with Birmingham University Hospitals Trust, this virtual work experience has proven to be transformative for thousands of secondary school students over the past year. It goes beyond being just an alternative to in-person shadowing; it is a crucial step in preparing students for their upcoming physical placements.

Medic Mentor have designed a 6-month medical e-learning work experience programme, focusing on one specialism each month, allowing students to set their own pace of learning. From structured teaching to direct interaction with doctors and healthcare professionals, the programme ensures students not only observe procedures but also gain a broader understanding of roles within the medical field.

Covering everything from ethics to procedures and broader team roles, this virtual work experience provides an overview of students' desired career paths and the skills that medical professionals are looking for, thereby enhancing their UCAS applications.


Find out more and sign up