USEFUL WEBSITES
- Unifrog - One stop shop for post 16 planning and career research
- www.careerpilot.org.uk – choices at 14, 16, 18. Different qualifications and routes and job information. Also has labour market information for the South West.
- www.nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk- National Careers Service gives information, advice and guidance for learning, training and work.
- www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship- National apprenticeship service, provides listings for vacancies and useful search tool by area and level of apprenticeship.
- www.ucas.com– options at 16, 18 and alternatives to University. Applying for University, personal statements, applications.
- www.sacu-student.com– good for job market information and for those considering Higher Education.
- www.icould.com– over 1000 video stories form people working and their roles.
- https://www.omio.com/travel/gap-year - gap year ideas for volunteering, working abroad, travelling.
- www.notgoingtouni.co.uk– make informed decisions about non university choices such as apprenticeships, Higher and Degree apprenticeships, gap years, job opportunities.
- www.vinspired.com/card- UK Youth volunteering 14-30yrs volunteering opportunities.
- www.barclayslifeskills.com– useful interactive CV builder, cover letters, job quizzes.
- https://careermap.co.uk/careermag-parents - Careermap is a useful resource which is used in many schools and colleges.
- https://careermap.co.uk/careermag-students-teachers/ - This CareerMag spotlights the different opportunities and paths for the students leaving school
- https://www.futurelearn.com/courses/career-planning-and-your-degree - Identify your strengths and learn how to use your time at university to explore career options and prepare for future job roles.
- https://successatschool.org/ - Success at School is the place for young people to explore careers, get the lowdown on top employers, and search for the latest jobs, courses and advice.
- https://apprenticeshipguide.co.uk/
- What's new? Market research executive : Students interested in the way a business works and how it can grow through research and analysis should consider this level 4 apprenticeship.
- New apprenticeship vacancies to apply for : We've put together a list of new apprenticeships currently available across the country, including private detective, landscape gardener and events assistant.
- Apprenticeships to consider if your favourite subject is maths : If you enjoy juggling numbers and working with data, there is a range of careers open to you, from actuary to air traffic controller.
- Employer focus: National Highways : Each month we will look at companies and learning providers who deliver apprenticeships and see what they can offer your students. This month it's National Highways.
- NAW news: Leeds College of Building showcases virtual reality construction training : We hope you enjoyed the events of this year's National Apprenticeship Week. Here is a some exciting developments from Leeds College of Building.
- Tfl showcases the range of opportunities open to apprentices : As part of National Apprenticeship Week, Transport for London highlighted what it had to offer across the organisation and its supply chain.