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General help and information
All students will have important decisions to make at various times of the year – whether, for example, it is Options and Pathways choices in Year 8 and 9, Work Experience choices in Year 10, or Post 16 choices in Year 10 and 11 also Post 18 Choices in year 12. There are several internet based careers information and guidance sites that we can recommend to you to use in school or at home during this time and beyond:
https://www.unifrog.org/ - Unifrog is an online platform that supports you with impartial and independent guidance on a full range of career options. It is a one-stop-shop where students can easily explore their interests, then find and successfully apply for their next best step after school.
Learn Live seeks to inspire the next generation through engaging and interactive live broadcasts. Learn Live have worked successfully with companies like The BBC, Balfour Beatty, Gatwick Airport, National Apprenticeship Service, Lancashire LEP, Network Rail, IBM, Health Education England and the NHS since 2015 to deliver careers advice, recruitment opportunities and health awareness broadcasts into schools and colleges across the UK. https://learnliveuk.com/channel/
A growing collection of bitesize videos for young people entering the world of work.
Skillsumo gives young people access to relevant and inspirational careers advice and features videos focussed on work inspiration, 21st century skills, career pathways, professional development and future trends. https://watch.makematic.com/skillsumo
Free and simple to use, the site features over 1000 videos of real people talking about their careers – explaining their job role, career path and how different factors have shaped their choices. https://icould.com/
https://icould.com/ This website has a number of different useful resources including the Buzz Quiz and videos showcasing careers linked to both sectors and subjects. The Buzz Quiz is a short personality quiz based on Myers-Briggs, linking results to recommended careers for consideration.
www.thesource.me.uk – this Suffolk website has a range of information for young people including information about apprenticeships and careers. There is a handy CV building tool which is free to use.
www.icanbea.org.uk - is a local website covering businesses in Suffolk and Norfolk. Students can sign up to receive information from businesses that they “like” on the site.
www.apprenticeships.gov.uk - National website for information on apprenticeship training, here you can find an apprenticeship and register to receive vacancy updates. Apprenticeships are now being offered at higher and degree levels, we have found that different apprenticeships are offered at different times of the year for a late summer or September start. As more information becomes available regarding these qualifications, we will update this website.
www.notgoingtouni.co.uk – this is a national website which has details of apprenticeships and sponsored degrees.
Parent Pack on Apprenticeships This pack gives parents and carers apprenticeship information and advice from employers about what they are looking for. It breaks down questions about the role of training providers, the apprenticeship guarantee and includes other parents’ thoughts on their child doing an apprenticeship.
Students (and carers) can click on the links below to gain access to some fabulous online resources, webinars and courses designed to help students make their choices.
Observe GP- a free interactive video platform, it provides insights into medicine through videos and activities and will be live from 30th April 2020 https://www.rcgp.org.uk/observegp
Learn Live seeks to inspire the next generation through engaging and interactive live broadcasts.
Learn Live have worked successfully with companies like The BBC, Balfour Beatty, Gatwick Airport, National Apprenticeship Service, Lancashire LEP, Network Rail, IBM, Health Education England and The NHS since 2015 to deliver careers advice, recruitment opportunities and health awareness broadcasts into schools and colleges across the UK. https://learnliveuk.com/channel/
For information from inspiring speakers covering different walks to life. So whether you're looking to be motivated by incredible success stories of people like you, or discover practical tips that can improve your employability, Springpod have got a broad range of topics that suit every attendee. https://learn.springpod.co.uk/topics/
A growing collection of bitesize videos for young people entering the world of work.
Skillsumo gives young people access to relevant and inspirational careers advice and features videos focussed on work inspiration, 21st century skills, career pathways, professional development and future trends. https://watch.makematic.com/skillsumo
For other work experience opportunities and advice for your son/daughter, please see further details on our Student Work experience page.
For further information about a variety of post-16 opportunities, please see the information below about upcoming events.
Careers & Coffee is back, 12:30 – 13:00 every Tuesday & Thursday Live on YouTube with exciting new guests. Virtual Q&As sessions with local leaders from across East Anglia which give you an opportunity to learn about the world of work. Previous guests include: Non-Executive Director of the FA Premier League, Kevin Beeston, Clare Friel, Managing Director of La Vida Media and Co-Founder of Construction Anglia, and His Honour, Judge Rupert Overbury. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMQWGt6SdsGQF-KJCq7JTwQ
For careers advice and inspiration: Learn Live seeks to inspire the next generation through engaging and interactive live broadcasts. Learn Live have worked successfully with companies like The BBC, Balfour Beatty, Gatwick Airport, National Apprenticeship Service, Lancashire LEP, Network Rail, IBM, Health Education England and The NHS since 2015 to deliver careers advice, recruitment opportunities and health awareness broadcasts into schools and colleges across the UK. https://learnliveuk.com/channel/
'Check out Springpod’s Free 2021 Virtual Work Experience Programmes!
With the events of last year, taking the initiative and being proactive when it comes to laying the foundations for your future career is more important than ever.
If you want to go the extra mile to ensure that you’re still adding to your CV, gathering experience and expanding career prospects, in spite of the limitations, virtual work experience is an invaluable tool you should be using to stay ahead.
If you are looking for free work experience programs that are entirely online, can be completed at times that suit you and provides a certificate directly from the employer that can be used in your CV, covering letters and future job interviews - Springpod is a great option.
Springod have run programmes in partnership with top employers such as Airbus, The NHS, Vodafone, BT, Nestle, HSBC - to check out what programmes they have coming up and submit an application, click here.'
The WOW show Careers Guides aim to give students a real encounter and insight to what it means to take up a career and become part of the army of Allied Health Professionals in the NHS who make a real difference to people’s lives.
The WOW Show video guides take students behind the scenes to learn from near peers who are making their way in these valuable careers – and to hear directly from them about the pathways they took, what the job is really like, and what the opportunities are for the future. These two guides focus on careers as a Therapeutic Radiographer and a Podiatrist. https://www.thewowshow.org/careers-guides/
Allied Health Website and Webinr (search for I See The Difference) Allied Health are bringing you some great content on health careers to share with pupils considering their options. Join them as they explore the benefits of careers in professions such as podiatry, therapeutic radiography, orthoptics, and prosthetics and orthotics.
March 1st-5th. This Week is National Careers Week. If you visit https://nationalcareersweek.com/ you will find A Film About Hope. All feedback shows that this film has resonated with more students, parents, carers and teachers than any film ... over the last 20 years:
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Careers Advice and Inspiration
Careers provision at this stage will help you develop your knowledge and skills and see how they can be used in the workplace. We encourage you to be aspirational and remain open to the worlds of possibility when considering your career path. You will continue to explore different career paths, be inspired and understand the skills, qualifications and experiences you would need to be successful in that career.
The following resources will help you to understand the range of opportunities available to you in today’s economy and how to acquire the skills and qualifications you need to succeed in the workplaces of the future.
You will find relevant and accurate information about future career opportunities as well as information on sixth form applications, college application, traineeships, apprenticeships and employment skills to enable you to make excellent decisions for bright futures.
LIVE EVENT NEWS
For three days of inspirational talks from some of the UK’s biggest employers and influencers, in partnership with BAE Systems. We’ll shine a spotlight on both skills and careers, giving valuable insights into a range of sectors, as well as role models to help you to get the career you want. Each day will feature 30-minute sessions covering a different theme, as well as a special guest presenter.
The National School and College Leaver Show is 1st December 9.30-4.30. Please register now to benefit from dozens of organisations taking part in the event with hundreds of great opportunities for yo.
Careers Information
Thinking about your next steps? Unsure of what career path you should take? Careermag is a high-quality careers magazine which connects students, graduates, their parents and educators to career support and guidance. Careermag is all about helping young people unlock their full potential through telling stories, dispelling myths and misconceptions and sharing insights into employment and qualification routes. Each issue features top employers, hints and tips to help you with your job search, inspiring case studies and sector spotlights so you can make a well-informed decision on what is right for you
The National Careers Service post 16 options You must stay in some type of education or training until you are 18. The National Careers Service helps you explore the many options available when you turn 16, look at what option best suits you and your situation, strengths and interests.
My Future showcases your future careers and enterprise options all under one virtual roof. If you are using a mobile or tablet we recommend that you download the app from m.appbuild.io/myfuture
For information about applications and events for Suffolk New College, and also West Suffolk College and Colchester Institute, please click on the links.
icould.com uses the power of personal stories to inform and inspire young people’s career choices. As part of the Education and Employers charity, we help draw links between school subjects and jobs. We encourage young people to discover opportunities they may not have known about before. And we show what is possible in the world of work. Free and simple to use, the site features over 1000 videos of real people talking about their careers – explaining their job role, career path and how different factors have shaped their choices. https://icould.com/
iCould Buzz Quiz-
In under 5 minutes, discover what your strengths are and what makes you tick. There are 16 possible results, each one linked to an animal. https://icould.com/buzz-quiz/
Allied Health Website and Webinr (I See The Difference)
Allied Health are bringing you some great content on health careers to share with pupils considering their options. Join them as they explore the benefits of careers in professions such as podiatry, therapeutic radiography, orthoptics, and prosthetics and orthotics. https://iseethedifference.co.uk/join-us-for-our-summer-webinar-series-register-for-free/
Step into the NHS Over 350 careers to choose from within the NHS. Explore the site for videos and careers and work experience advice. https://www.stepintothenhs.nhs.uk/careers
The Mullany Fund A Social Mobilty Charity
The Mullany Fund is a registered charity committed to promoting, enhancing and providing opportunities for all young people to achieve regardless of background. We've asked some of our fantastic Mullany e-Mentors to talk to us about what life is like in their professions. Hopefully, they'll provide some useful insight into specific careers and help to give our students a 'virtual experience' of a day in the life of a relevant job. https://themullanyfund.org/en/what-we-do/virtual-work-experience/
icanbea.... has recorded Virtual Tours with a number of key employers in Ipswich including Morgan Sindall, Suffolk County Council and Ipswich Building Society. These tours are available online via the icanbea... website. The Virtual Tours gives you an opportunity to learn about Labour Market information and local employers from your home. https://www.icanbea.org.uk/virtual-tours/
Teen Tech Innovation Days at Home are live virtual sessions that offer students insight into world class science and technology organisations and the opportunities that lie within them. You can ask questions and develop your own solutions to global challenges and learn more about different careers. https://www.teentech.com/innovation-days-at-home/
Learn Live seeks to inspire you through engaging and interactive live broadcasts from companies like The BBC, Balfour Beatty, Gatwick Airport, National Apprenticeship Service, Lancashire LEP, Network Rail, IBM, Health Education England and The NHS. Check out the wide range of videos covering content such as CV writing, RAF live, Flood and Coastal Engineering.National https://learnliveuk.com/channel/
The WOW Show. This Careers Guides aim to give you a real encounter and insight to what it means to take up a career and become part of the army of Allied Health Professionals in the NHS who make a real difference to people’s lives. The WOW Show video guides takes you behind the scenes to learn from near peers who are making their way in these valuable careers – and to hear directly from them about the pathways they took, what the job is really like, and what the opportunities are for the future. These two guides focus on careers as a Therapeutic Radiographer and a Podiatrist. https://www.thewowshow.org/careers-guides/
Youth Employment UK Thinking about what you want from life? And how to get it? Youth Employment UK is here to help you develop your skills, provide careers support and tools to fulfil your potential. You can build your careers confidence with free training or find out about different routes in to careers you are interested in.https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/employment-help-young-people/
Makematic (Skillsumo) Skillsumo gives you access to relevant and inspirational careers advice and features videos focussed on work inspiration, 21st century skills, career pathways, professional development and future trends. Check out their growing collection of bitesize videos for young people entering the world of work. https://watch.makematic.com/skillsumo
PLEXUS Plexus Law offer a wide variety of legal and professional support roles to cater for people with different skill sets, academic achievements and career ambitions. Read on for a snapshot of the routes in to and roles within Law, the pathways and opportunities that you could follow. https://plexuslaw.co.uk/plexus-pathways/opportunities/
The Student Room is the UK's largest online student community. Here you will find discussions and advice on revision, personal statements, careers, preparing for sixth form, and ideas on what to do next. https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/
Norfolk & Norwich Festival Want to find out more about creative careers? Norfolk & Norwich Festival plan to release a new film at the beginning of each month that focus on interviews and features with professionals in particular artforms. They are designed to inspire you and give you an insight into creative career options. The first video profiles three musicians with East Anglian connections: musical director Greg Arrowsmith, composer Cheryl Frances-Hoad, and broadcaster Tom McKinney. https://nnfestival.org.uk/festival-bridge/schools-education/creative-careers/creative-careers-resources/ctf-live-films/
Success at School have put together this comprehensive guide to routes into the different types of careers. Find out all about different areas of work, the jobs on offer and how to get them, and see what the experts have to say. https://successatschool.org/careerpaths
All about Law is the site you need to find the latest training contracts and vacation schemes at the best law firms in the UK. Get all the info you need, click and apply. Find out about tons of fantastic ways for school leavers to enter the legal profession. Find and apply for a legal apprenticeship right here, right now. Find out everything you need to know about a career in law, apprenticeship and university routes. Get stuck in https://www.allaboutlaw.co.uk/
All about finance careers If you’re studying for your GCSEs at the moment, and you’re already looking for advice on how to get into the world of finance, good on you! It’s a fantastic idea to start early. Find out what you can be doing now to get off to the very best start. If you’re currently studying for your A-Levels or Advanced Highers, it’s time to start making some big decisions about your future. That means you’re going to need all the advice you can get! Don’t worry, we’ve got your back! https://www.allaboutfinancecareers.co.uk/stage#school-college
Neon FuturesENGINEERING Bringing STEM to life through real-world engineering
Brilliant experiences, inspiring career resources and stories that showcase modern engineering We've brought together these featured experiences and resources to inspire you. https://neonfutures.org.uk/
LIVE EVENTS
Careers & Coffee is back, 12:30 – 13:00 every Tuesday & Thursday Live on YouTube with exciting new guests. Join virtual Q&As sessions with local leaders from across East Anglia which give you an opportunity to learn about the world of work. Previous guests include: Non-Executive Director of the FA Premier League, Kevin Beeston, Clare Friel, Managing Director of La Vida Media and Co-Founder of Construction Anglia, and His Honour, Judge Rupert Overbury. All past sessions can be accessed on the New Anglia Local Enterprise Partnership YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMQWGt6SdsGQF-KJCq7JTwQ
EMPLOYERS information
‘We strive to provide our students with encounters of the workplace and employers. If you would like to promote opportunities such as: Mock Interviews, Volunteer Work, Employability workshops or other opportunities for our students to get involved in, please contact:
Mrs Jenna Witting
Work Experience Administrator
Copleston High School
01473 277240 Ext: 715
07485 315665
In the office Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9.30-12.30
Pathway Careers Training & Mentoring. Pathway CTM have opened their digital programme to all students aged over 15 in the UK. Their digital programme includes daily webinars, virtual employer events, access to their workshops covering everything from How to Create a CV to their LinkedIn Masterclass. You can attend these live events via phone, tablet or laptop and you will also receive a link to listen to the recording as and when you want. https://pathwayctm.com/webinar-and-virtual-event-sign-up/
One Step Closer @ West Suffolk College Our Talent Coaches are available to work with you to get the best out of your application or CV, and they can guide you further by completing practice online interviews. Please email the One Step Closer team to ask for support. onestepcloser@wsc.ac.uk
Personal Statement Template Download our free worksheet and personal statement template that will help you plan and write an original personal statement that is honest, positive, engaging and sets you apart.. https://bridge-u.com/blog/resources/personal-statement-template/
PwC Employability Hub PwC are focussed on helping you to achieve your full potential. That’s why they've created the Employability Hub - a place where you’ll find useful virtual tools to support you to develop key employability skills. Explore our different resources below. https://www.pwc.co.uk/careers/student-careers/employability-hub.html
