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. 

By listing providers or employers HGS is not endorsing them, so we recommend that you do your own research to ensure it's the right thing for you.

Sunday 1 December, 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).

The CMS Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship is designed for non-law graduates, offering a unique pathway to become a fully qualified solicitor within just 36 months.  CMS is a leading international law firm, and this programme blends real-world experience with academic study, allowing participants to "earn while they learn." Students will work four days a week across various practice areas and spend one day studying with the University of Law, preparing for their Solicitors Qualifying Exams (SQE).

Comprehensive Training: Students gain hands-on experience in areas such as corporate law, litigation, and finance, with full support from mentors, supervisors, and a junior lawyer buddy. Competitive Salaries: Starting salaries are £36,500 in London, £31,000 in Bristol, and £28,000 in Manchester and Sheffield. Career Pathway: With a clear route to qualification, students are well-supported in developing skills essential for a successful legal career.

Deadline: 5th December 2024

Digdata is thrilled to announce free virtual work experience events with National Highways. These career challenges are designed to develop key employability skills such as problem-solving, data literacy, storytelling and presentation. Hosted on Microsoft Teams, the sessions take place outside of school hours, making them easily accessible.

First Step - for students in Year 7, 8, 9

Wednesday 27 November at 4.30pm (45-minute briefing session on MS Teams)

Gain virtual work experience with National Highways!

How did the hedgehog cross the road?

Register Now!

Next Step - for students in Years 10,11,12,13

Wednesday 11th December at 5pm (45-minute briefing session on MS Teams)

Gain virtual work experience with National Highways

Where there is Wi-Fi there’s a way!

Register Now!

 

Unilever - Unilever's diverse apprenticeship programmes offer hands-on experience and nationally recognised qualifications across various fields. With opportunities from Level 3 to degree apprenticeships, students will gain valuable skills and support while shaping their future. Apply now for September 2025.
Learn more about Unilever and their apprenticeships
 

Airbus - Airbus pioneer safe and sustainable aerospace from passenger jets to satellites. Their 2025 apprenticeship opportunities are now live and offer valuable practical training from Level 3-6 at sites across the UK. Roles on offer include electrical, mechanical and design engineering, craft and business apprenticeships. Learn more about Airbus and their apprenticeships
 

BBC - Apprenticeships are now open for 2025 applicants! From degree apprenticeships in digital user experience and data science to Level 5 journalism and Level 3 broadcast and media systems, the BBC has a role and location to suit all students. A second wave of opportunities will launch in December including business, marketing and production opportunities. Salary starting from £21,840.
Learn more about the BBC and their apprenticeships
 

British Airways - These apprenticeships are designed to give students the best possible career launch into British Airways' Customer, Business, and Operations teams. From Aspiring Leader and Business Professional programmes to Aircraft Engineer and Customer Service apprenticeships, there's opportunities at different qualification levels. Salaries range from £16,916 to £26,900.
Learn more about British Airways and their apprenticeships

Applications now open for 2025 apprenticeships - find out more

 

New Scholarships for 2025/26

The University of Bedfordshire is offering generous new scholarships for 2025/26 to help students achieve their dream career. Our two main scholarships are: ·Excellence Scholarship worth £7,500 over three academic years ·High Achievement Scholarship worth £1,500 over three academic years More information here

Higher Education Choices Open Evening On Wednesday 4 December from 4pm until 6.30pm the university will be hosting a Higher Education Choices Open Evening at our Bedford & Luton campuses. The evening is slightly more informal than the usual open days, but will give students the chance to meet academic staff and explore the facilities. We also have a programme of talks designed to support students and their parents/carers with their decision-making around university and higher education. Throughout the evening there will be talks about: ·Why Higher Education? ·Degree & Higher Level Apprenticeships (Luton only) ·Postgraduate Options ·Student Finance More information here

De Montfort University - Y11-13 students are invited to the Futures Fair, a dynamic interactive marketplace event to learn about courses, speak to current staff and students from across the DMU community, and begin their exploration of potential study and career paths. Students can register here (17 Dec)

Aston University - Heads of sixth form, teachers, head teachers, careers advisers, and all staff involved in post-16 education are invited to Aston University's 30th Annual Admissions and Higher Education Guidance Conference. Learn invaluable insights on supporting post-16 students, from speakers including UCAS, the Student Loans Company, the University of Cambridge, Jaguar Land Rover, Propel Charity, and more. Book your place (10 Jan, 9:30–15:00)

Sheffield Hallam University - The Sheffield Business School Teacher and Adviser Network is an opportunity for business teachers to engage with peers, meet academics from across Sheffield Business School and participate in CPD opportunities. Upcoming meeting dates: 20 Nov 2024 (16:00-18:00) SHU City Campus, 19 Mar 2025 (16:00-18:00) MS Teams, and 24 Jun 2025 (16:00-18:00) SHU City Campus. They also host other teacher networks in Health and Creative Industries. Email to join a meeting or find out more

Leeds Arts University - Discover Leeds Arts University, the North's only specialist arts university. Students can attend an open day to explore award-winning facilities, visit accommodation and hear from expert tutors.
Students can book an open day (30 Nov)

 

Join the University of Hertfordshire online to have your questions answered, be inspired by taster lectures and get advice from experts.

• Introduction to Social Work: What does a Social Worker really do? 
  27 November 16:30 - 17:15
• Study Skills: Research Methods 
  5 December, 16:30 - 17:15
• Creative Arts: Portfolio and interview advice 
  5 December, 16:30 - 17:15
• Personal Statements: How to write an excellent one
  9 January, 19:00 - 19:45
• Study Skills: Academic Writing and Referencing
  23 January, 16:30 - 17:15
• Mental Health Nursing: Therapeutic Communication in Mental Health
  23 January, 16:30 - 17:15
• Sports Taster Lecture: Learning Musculoskeletal Anatomy for Sports courses
  28 January, 16:30 - 17:15

Find out more and book any of the above events online

The next open day will take place on Saturday 23 November  - you can register your interest to attend here.

What to expect at an open day:

• subject sessions
• experience our campus in action
• tour our fantastic facilities and accommodation
• speak to teaching staff and current students.

https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/open-days-and-events/undergraduate-events/open-days