Careers News No. 89- 27th February 2019

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CAREER ZONE NEWS 89_2019

Contents New This Week!

Careers Information Jobs & Apprenticeships Higher Education Gap Years Volunteering & Work experience

Careers Appointments We have careers appointments available via Moodle (Careers Zone) or email CEIAG@stbrn.ac.uk You can also drop in for a quick chat in the Careers Office within Cafe Max (drop in sessions available Monday, Tuesday and Friday) but if you want a longer session we advise you to book an appointment.

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Upcoming Events for the Winter Term You will receive more information about these during tutorial and AIP.  

Remember to check your student emails regularly!

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March 2019 12th—UCAS Convention-@ UWE ECC (10.30AM-12.30PM) PLEASE COMPLETE PARENT CONSENT FORM AND MAKE COACH TRAVEL PAYMENT ON WISEPAY NOW!!

18th– Oxford & Cambridge Student Conference @ Liberty Stadium (9.30AM-3.30PM).

PLEASE COMPLETE PARENT CONSENT FORM AND MAKE COACH TRAVEL PAYMENT ON WISEPAY NOW!!

19th—Careers Skills & Employability Day For all 3Y2 students. The event will have a focus on apprenticeships and employment. All students will have the opportunity to sign up for mock interviews and/or employability presentations.

PLEASE SIGN UP VIA THE LINK ON THE JUMP PAGE NOW!!

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New this week!

As part of National Apprenticeship Week, South Gloucestershire Council are opening it’s doors to give an opportunity to meet our apprentices and gain an insight about some of the teams they work in.

Opportunities available in the following areas: 

Public Health (Monday, 4th March 9am-4pm) Badminton Road, Yate

Throughout the day you’ll take part in activities that relate to some of the services such as Drugs & Alcohol, Healthy Lives, Mental Health and Wellbeing. You’ll also find out more about the services Public Health offer and provide to South Gloucestershire Residents. PLEASE BRING LUNCH OR BUY FROM CANTEEN. 

Business Development (Tuesday, 5th March 12pm-3pm) Badminton Road, Yate

Throughout the afternoon, you’ll get to spend some time with our apprentice and the Economic Development team to learn how they support the many small, medium and large employers throughout South Gloucestershire. You will also complete a site visit to the Bristol and Bath Science Park in Emersons Green. 

Health and Social Care (Wednesday, 6th, March 9.30am-12.30pm) Kingswood Centre, New Cheltenham Road, Yate

Throughout the morning, you will get to meet our apprentice and some of the team to learn about the valuable support service they provide to some of our younger residents. You’ll also get the chance to visit some of the places in and around South Gloucestershire that some of these young people access to help them live independently. 

Finance & Business Analysis (Friday, 8th March 10am-12.30pm) Badminton Road, Yate

Throughout the afternoon you’ll get to take part in activities and learn about the day-to-day duties and responsibilities our apprentices have in both finance and business analysis. 

Civil Engineering, Highways Maintenance and Horticulture (Friday, 8th March 8am-3.30pm) Broad Lane, Engine Common Lane, Yate

As part of the day you’ll get to meet our current apprentices and gain an insight as to what it is like to work as a Civil Engineer and in the Highways Maintenance team. In addition, you will also get to meet our other apprentices in the Grounds Maintenance team and discover the work they do and try out some of the horticultural equipment used.

Contact bernice.britton@southglos.gov.uk to book your pace on one or more of the days (limited spaces available).

Places are very limited and are on a first come, first served basis

CURRENT APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE

Government Communications Apprenticeship (Cabinet Office) With a Government Communications Apprenticeship, you will develop skills to begin an exciting career in communications, delivering cutting-edge work for government. Our 18-month apprenticeship combines work in teams across the GCS with academic study.

Apply by 14/03/19 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY, CLICK HERE Civil Engineering Degree Apprenticeship (WSP UK LIMITED) There’s no such thing as a typical day at WSP. Your role will be varied and your learning will be fast paced. One day can be completely different to the next. You may be involved with taking concepts, ideas and designs from an architect or engineer and creating drawings using software such as Autocad to match those given.

Apply by 31/05/19 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY, CLICK HERE Chartered Surveyor Apprenticeship-Project Management Pathway ARCADIS UK (HOLDINGS) LIMITED Our Project Management Degree Apprentices undergo a BSc (Hons) Construction Management degree (RICS accredited). The role will allow you to access “on and off the job training” gaining knowledge and experience of supporting our Project Management teams in their delivery of exciting construction projects across our sectors.

Apply by 15/03/19 

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY, CLICK HERE

FURTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE AT GOV.UK, FIND AN APPRENTICESHIP AND CREATE AN ACCOUNT TO APPLY

EY Apprenticeship Programmes You don't need a degree to start a successful career in business. If you have finished school and want to jump straight in, you can with our apprenticeship programmes. You will earn a salary from their very first day. Learn from inspirational colleagues on client projects. Do what you are good at. Learn new skills. Get a professional qualifications before your uni-graduating peers – and go just as far.

Opportunities available in each of our service lines; Assurance, Tax and Transactions in offices across the UK. Start Date: Sept 2019 Entry Requirements: Three A-Levels, five Scottish Highers or equivalent by the time the programme starts.

Explore EY Apprenticeship programmes now

EY Business Academy / Work Experience Programme If you are already considering an alternative to university, this programme will help you build the skills you need for a head start on the EY Business Apprenticeship.

The EY Business Academy is a one-week, paid work experience programme that balances on-the-job experience with business skills sessions. It's a great way to work out whether the EY Business Apprenticeship is right for you. If you do well, you will be offered a place on our Apprenticeship for Sept 2020.

Dates: 29th July - 2nd August 2019 Entry Requirements: In Yr12/S5 completing A levels.

Find out more now

A P P R E N T I CE S H I P OPPORTUNITY

Mid September

The University of Leicester is holding a series of events in the week of International Women’s Day 2019.

As part of these events year 12 students are invited to: Launch into Gender & Justice Wednesday, 6th March 2019 9.30am-3.00pm The event is an interactive discussion with a goal to create a manifesto for change that will be shared with the participating students and their schools. This event is ideal for students who are studying or maybe considering studying:  Politics  Sociology  Media  Psychology  Sport  Marketing For further information on events please visit and to register click here

* * *Easter Work Experience Placement Opportunity * * * Are you interested in a career in law and looking to gain an insight into how a national law firm works?

We are offering a number of opportunities for keen and enthusiastic individuals to complete a work experience placement in our Bristol office. This is not paid employment, but an opportunity which offers first hand experience into the day-to-day workings of a law firm. This is a great opportunity for those who are currently studying at sixth form or college and are th interested in developing a career in law. The work experience placements will take place for a week between 8 April th 2019 – 18 April 2019.

What does the work experience programme offer?

You will spend time in several different departments within our Bristol office, shadowing staff in various roles within the business.

Some of the typical tasks you may get to experience during the placement are: • Assisting with research into specific areas of law; • Observing legal claims processes to gain an insight into reviewing legal cases; • Helping with the preparation of court bundles; • Listening to calls to clients and solicitors to gain knowledge of legal terms; • Assisting with admin duties across our support departments.

For those individuals who perform well during the work placement and receive positive feedback on completion of the programme, there may be the potential to complete a paid internship for six weeks during the summer.

Requirements You must be studying at sixth form/college or have just completed your studies and have: • 5 GCSEs grade C or above (or equivalent) including English and Maths; • An interest in law or working within the legal profession; • Good communication skills; • A willingness to learn. th

You must be available between 8th April 2019 – 18 April 2019.

Due to the nature of this programme we will not accept applications from university students or graduates.

Your Application Your CV should contain details of your education and any current or previous employment, along with any extra curricular activities.

In your cover letter please answer the following questions: What are the top three skills you are hoping to gain from this experience?

Please explain how you are hoping for these to shape your legal career?

Please note that applications submitted without a covering letter will not be considered for the shortlist. th

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The application window is open from Tuesday 26 February to Tuesday 12 March 2019

University of Bristol Students Union are hosting a panel discussion on Thursday, 14th of March (6-8pm) at Bristol Students Union on How to get into the creative industry (open to all students and the public) The discussion will showcase the expertise of industry professionals working for the BBC, Channel 4, VICE & Elle Magazine. They will be sharing their experiences, perspectives and advice. The panel discussion will be followed by a networking reception with FREE pizza, drinks and refreshments!

If this is of interest, please register to attend here

SGS Level 3 Production Arts Technical Theatre Showcase 21 March, 12.45-2.00pm SGS College, WISE Campus, New Road, Stoke Gifford, Bristol BS34 8LP. An excellent opportunity to come and see a technical theatre showcase that includes an installation of ‘The Tempest' and a tour of the set of our production of ‘Mary Poppins’. There will also be opportunities to speak with current students and tutors.

Course Information: The technical theatre courses cover a wide range of disciplines and skills required for employment within the performing arts and live events industries. SGS Performing Arts provides the ideal opportunity for students interested in all aspects of technical theatre to apply their skills in a professional setting with over 35 productions each year. The college has amazing resources including ‘Studio 22’ an 80 seat studio theatre equipped with an ETC Nomad digital lighting desk, a 16 channel analogue sound desk and projection mapping facilities. Our main theatre ‘The Olympus’ is a 250 seat theatre with a state of the art ETC Ion digital lighting desk which controls our in house stock of generic lighting and our Mar-tin and Robe automated lights. We have a 32 channel analogue Allen and Heath sound desk as well as a 32 channel Yamaha LS9 digital sound desk, these control our audio features which include radio microphones and a fully equipped band area.

INTERESTED IN:

APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITY FOR 3Y2 STUDENTS JOB TITLE:

CENTRE ASSISTANT (APPRENTICE)

HOURS:

40

SALARY:

NATIONAL MINIMUM WAGE (DEPENDING ON AGE)

LINE MANAGER:

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR (KINGSWOOD)

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: To provide friendly and efficient reception service to wide mix of staff, visitors, tenants, young people, contractors etc To take room and studio bookings and to prepare rooms/studios for events as appropriate.

To undertake diary management, making appointments, booking meetings and making travel arrangements.

To open and distribute post and ensure outgoing post is franked and posted daily.

To assist the Centre Co-ordinator with office administration including bookings, activity calendars, filing, staff sick and holiday records, copying and collating papers including for the student houses.

To administer recruitment including updating website for new posts, providing applicant information, sending out and receiving job packs, sending out letters, following up references and other tasks as required To stock check and make orders for cleaning and stationery supplies and other essential items at the Kingswood Estate.

PERSON SPECIFICATION : Excellent IT skills Well organised with good time management Able to multi-task in a busy office environment and prioritise effectively Some experience of running efficient office administration systems Good communication skills Responsible, helpful and friendly A good team worker Able to work on own initiative within set procedures Experience of relating to young people Ability to deal with people in a diplomatic and supportive way Be flexible to changing demands of the post

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY CLICK HERE

PAID ENGINEERING PLACEMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR YR 13 STUDENTS The Year in Industry (YINI) scheme is delighted to again be working with this Exeter based independent, design and production engineering company, to offer a paid engineering placement starting this Summer for 12 months.

Suitable for Year 13 students who are keen to gain relevant paid work experience in either; 

Electronics, Electrical Engineering – Full Placement description

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Production/ Manufacturing Engineering – Full Placement description

NB: To be considered for the role, students must register with YINI via our website: HERE THE PLACEMENT COMPANY The company has grown and is continuing to grow in a competitive environment. It employs 15 engineers developing and manufacturing innovative drilling and control equipment for the oil-field industry. With a market in specialist and bespoke equipment, it mainly produces small quantity products specifically designed and precision engineered to withstand extreme environmental conditions.

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You will be working in the manufacturing area, testing and assembling.

Opportunities will also arise to work within other areas.

The successful student will be able to combine planning with practical tasks.

You will have a passion for real “hands on” engineering.

You will be mathematically inclined, enjoy problem solving/providing solutions and being analytical.

Interviews will be held in Feb/March 2019.

To Apply: Complete an online application via the YINI website: http://www.etrust.org.uk/the-year-in-industry/apply-now Email your interest to Ellen Pugsley on e.pugsley@etrust.org.uk Stating your interest, full name and this vacancy reference 091MPSW-A/B.

Y12 Medicine Taster Days Friday, 21 June and Saturday, 22 June 2019 @ Heath Park Campus

Are you planning to study Medicine?

A Medicine Taster Day can help you choose where and what you want to study Full-day Student Programme covering key elements of becoming a doctor, with talks on our selection process, life as a doctor, funding for your medical degree, Case Based Learning and a Q&A panel, as well as workshops covering Clinical Skills, Simulation Suite, life as a medical student, Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs) and writing your personal statement.

Tickets are free but do need to be booked CLICK HERE Lunch will be provided and there will be plenty of opportunity to talk to students about what medical school is really like.

Aardman are looking for 16-25 year olds to help shape a brand new project. We want to hear about your experiences living in the 21st century, for us to better understand what it's like to be you!

Aardman would like to run a series of small workshops and we believe we would need 90 minutes of your time for these sessions. There will be a small fee for your time.

During the workshops, we will discuss the challenges faced by young people, although we will still aim to keep the sessions fun and positive! We hope to schedule these workshops in over the next few weeks.

Please note sessions will be recorded via audio capture. The sessions will allow Aardman to draw inspiration for a series of animated films, however we won’t be using extracts from your audio or any personal stories that identify you.

To register your interest, please click below:

CLICK HERE

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Careers Information

AUDITION WEEKEND Audition for a range of feature films shooting this year - Fri 8th and Sat 9th March

DO YOU WANT TO BE IN A MOVIE? As part of our ongoing partnership with the brilliant film-makers of Screenology in Bristol, we wanted to let you know about this excellent opportunity for actors, of any age and experience.

In their own words: At Screenology, as part of our brand new Actors Programme (see here), we'll be running a suite of workshops, masterclasses and Acting for Camera weekends during 2019 as well as offering real experience, shooting real feature films.

The first AUDITION WEEKEND takes place on Fri 8/Sat 9 March at Screenology HQ in Bristol, where you can find out the programme as well as audition for many of the films they'll be making in 2019.

To book your two-hour slot at the audition weekend, please click here or visit http:// www.screenology.com/actors for more info.

CLICK HERE

Training opportunities available now!

Are you looking for high quality flexible training with outstanding resources?

Then choose Reflections Business Development Training!

Reflections Training offer work based learning apprenticeships which means learners are earning money whilst attending training sessions at Reflections on a regular basis.

Reflections Business Development Training will meet your needs and interests through: 

Excellent teaching in small groups.

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Interactive and interesting sessions that inspire you to participate fully.

A Tutor team that consists of excellent role models in both their expertise and standards demonstrated.

High-quality training facilities and resources including information and learning technology.

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What’s on Offer?

Apprenticeships:     

Customer Service Practitioner (Level 2) Customer Service (Level 3) Business Administrator (Level 3) Leadership & Management (Level 3) Operational/Department Manager (Level 5)

Additional Services:  Recruitment and Interview preparation         

Bespoke workshops designed to support your organisational needs Bespoke management day workshops Telephone & email etiquette workshops Presentation planning & development Learner enrichment activities Work experience/employability skills ICT skills English & Math's workshops End Point Assessment preparation workshops

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CLICK HERE

Apprenticeship Programme / Insight Evening / Work Experience Opportunities - 2019

Launch Pad – Level 7 School Leaver Apprenticeship Programme – Summer 2019 Aimed at ambitious school leavers, Launch Pad is our exciting new Level 7 apprenticeship programme that offers a real alternative to going to university. The role will enable students to train to be a chartered accountant within 5 years through the studying of the ICAEW CFAB and ACA qualifications. Students will be rotated around our Business Services, Audit and Tax departments to give them maximum experience to aid their career development. The roles will start in September 2019 and we have vacancies across multiple offices including our Bristol and Bath offices. To find out more and to apply students will need to visit.

Work Experience Programme – w/c Monday 8th July 2019 – Bristol Office Aimed at Y12’s and Y13’s, our Work Experience Programme enables students to gain a good understanding of the accountancy profession but also the chance to experience what it’s like to work within an ambitious professional services business. The programme runs for four days and is structured to ensure that students gain maximum benefit whilst spending with us. Places are limited and interested students will need to apply by clicking here

ECG and sim practical session led by Dr Ben Walton & Dr Viky Handford Open to all students with an interest in a healthcare career this hands on session will train you how to treat an unconscious patient

Wednesday 13th March 1430-1600 B208 Limited places available email Jo jle@stbrn.ac.uk as soon as possible to reserve your place Dave Morgan and Alex Cowen - Technicians from the Biomedical Sciences Simulation Centre plus Medical students from the University of Bristol Medical school will be on hand to help you

OR CLICK HERE

Ticket price

ÂŁ25

includes

lunch, refreshments and raffle entry

Places are limited so book your place today CLICK HERE

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Jobs & Apprenticeships

* * * APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES * * * RAF Cyberspace Communications Specialist - APPRENTICESHIP, CAREER, £5000 Golden Hello Cyberspace Communication Specialist (Unified Communication Technician Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship).

Our Cyberspace Communication Specialists are at the heart of everything we do, nothing starts without them.

Imagine a world without your mobile phone, WiFi or social media. Imagine a world where you can’t trust that someone isn’t reading your personal messages. Our Cyberspace Communication Specialists are responsible for maintaining all the communications networks the RAF rely on every day and defending them from being interrupted or seen by the wrong people.

As a Cyberspace Communication Specialist you will be trained to use high-tech tools and equipment and will be responsible for establishing and maintaining systems. You will be responsible for a wide variety of tasks; ranging anywhere from safeguarding our UK-based IT networks from intrusions, coordinating the RAF’s vast array of information, all the way to establishing overseas networks and equipment for Deployed Commanders and Air Traffic Services.

OTHER APPRENTICESHIPS ON OFFER INCLUDE:     

RAF Engineering Apprenticeship RAF Weapon Technician RAF Communication Infrastructure Technician RAF Survival Equipment Specialist RAF Vehicle & Mechanical Equipment Technician

SIGN UP OR LOG IN TO APPLY HERE

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO APPLY CLICK HERE

Reserve Firefighters (casual contract) Based at: Contract: Hours: Salary: Closing date:

Various locations across the Avon area Casual Zero hour contract ÂŁ10.26 per hour Ongoing

We have a number of vacancies for Reserve Firefighters to be trained in basic defensive fire fighting. These staff will only be used to provide resilience support during any periods of unforeseen staff shortages. It is important to note that in most cases there is not an ongoing need to use Reserve Firefighters and therefore there will be significant ongoing periods of time when you will not be called upon to work.

You will be required to attend an initial three day basic training programme (dates to be confirmed) and will receive ongoing refresher training every year.

Training is paid at the standard hourly rate.

Applicants must live within the Avon Fire & Rescue Service area or within a 25 mile radius of our boundary. No travel or accommodation expenses will be paid for work shifts. You must possess a driving licence and have access to your own transport. An LGV driving licence would be an advantage but is not essential.

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR FURTHER DETAILS AND HOW TO APPLY

Apprenticeships & School Leaver Programmes — Engineering, Operations & Business

Apprenticeships & School Leaver Programmes — Engineering, Operations & Business You want to get a head start in your career. To undertake meaningful work in an organisation that will nurture your skills, but that's also big enough to open up all sorts of new possibilities as you develop.

At the same time, you don't want to miss out on the chance to achieve useful qualifications. All of which means you should consider joining Rolls-Royce.

Where could you join us?

Our programmes for people with A-levels (or equivalent) include degree apprenticeships in these areas: Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) Engineering Materials Laboratories Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Supply Chain Management Project Management Commercial Digital & Technology Solutions

What can you expect with us?

Whichever programme you join, you'll undertake live projects, earning as you learn through formal training and practical experiences working alongside our technical or business experts.

You can expect to have a real say in how we do things too – we love fresh perspectives and are big believers that a great idea can come from anyone, at any level. Most of all, you'll have the chance to shape the world we live in. You'll help us to pioneer the power that matters.

FIND OUT MORE AND APPLY

Legal apprenticeship RPC Paralegal Apprenticeship Scheme in Bristol will help build the foundations of a successful career as a solicitor, with the training and support you’ll need to excel.

Do you have a strong drive to use your personality and skills to make a difference? You may be the right fit for RPC

The paralegal apprenticeship takes two years to complete by combining a wide mix of on-the-job and off-the-job training, you’ll gain a qualification (level 3) that can lead you to apply for our solicitor apprenticeships (level 7) or other opportunities at RPC, including qualified paralegal and business services roles.

What are the basic requirements? 

Being in year 13 or beyond

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GCSE Maths & English: grades A-C

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A Levels: ABB (predicted or obtained) or BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at Distinction, Distinction, Merit, ideally in relevant subjects or non-law undergraduate degree

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It’s not essential to have studied law before but high academic credentials are essential as well as an appetite to learn and progress

Applications are now open!

For further information, please visit and APPLY NOW !!

Applications close 22/03/19

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Higher Education

* * * Advice on Accepting UCAS Offers * * * Congratulations to all students who have already received offers for their university choices.

Please read the advice in the link below (click here) or come and speak to one of the Careers Advisers in Career Zone if you are unsure about how to accept or which is the right choice for you. https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/after-you-apply/ making-right-decision? utm_source=advisersnewsletter&utm_medium=email

If you have used all five choices and aren’t holding any offers, you can use the UCAS Extra (click here) service to add another choice, from 25th February. https://www.ucas.com/undergraduate/after-you-apply/typesoffer/extra-choices

School and colleges 2019 events A range of opportunities for students to experience what it is like to study at university and find out more about the subjects on offer. FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CRITERIA AND TO APPLY, PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINKS BELOW: INSIGHT INTO BRISTOL - APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN Insight into Bristol is an innovative residential summer school that gives students from a diverse range of backgrounds access to the University of Bristol’s academic expertise and facilities Deadline 07/03/19

SUTTON TRUST SUMMER SCHOOL - APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN The Sutton Trust Summer School offers you the opportunity to experience student life in one of the UK’s most exciting cities at one of the UK’s top universities.

REGIONAL TASTER DAYS Our Regional Taster Days provide students with the opportunity to attend stimulating taster lectures, experiencing what it might be like to study at the University of Bristol.

WRITING WRONGS YEAR 12 PROJECT The School of Humanities is running an exciting writing and research programme for local year 12 students interested in studying an essay-based subject at university.

MODERN LANGUAGES OUTREACH A-Level students studying French, German or Spanish are invited to visit the School of Modern Languages to discuss a film that they are studying with an academic member of staff.

LIFE SCIENCE TASTER DAYS The days are designed to give sixth-form students a taste of undergraduate teaching as well as some laboratory practical experience, with a variety of sessions from each of the five subject areas; Biochemistry, Cellular and Molecular Medicine, Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience, Experimental Psychology & Biological Sciences.

PARTICLE PHYSICS MASTERCLASS Sixth-form students with a keen interest in physics are welcome to join us for our annual Masterclass workshop.

Students will interact with our knowledgeable scientists by running computer simulations, designing detectors and testing their general particle physics knowledge

Applications for the University of Surrey’s 2019 Residential Summer Schools are now open!

DO YOU WONDER NOT SURE AB OUT TH WHAT IT’S REALLY LIKE BEING AT UNIVERSITY?

COURSE YOU WOULD LIKE TO STUDY?

The University of Surrey offers Year 12 students a five day residential summer school, providing the opportunity to experience life at a top university 1 JULY - 5 JULY

8 JULY - 12 JULY

22 JULY - 26 JULY

22 JULY - 26 JULY

Arts and Social Sciences

Health Sciences and Psychology

Engineering and Physical Sciences

Biosciences, Sport & Veterinary Science

French

Nursing

Physics

Sciences

Spanish

Midwifery

Maths

Sport and Exercise Science

Business

Operating Department Practice

Chemistry

Veterinary Science

Law

Paramedic Science

Civil Engineering

Biosciences

Media & Production Skills

Psychology

Mechanical Engineering Sciences

English & Creative Writing

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Hospitality & Tourism

Computer Science

Each subject strand will combine an exciting mix of theory and practical work, providing you with the opportunity to explore and develop your knowledge, skills and interests. You will attend a variety of lectures, seminars and tutorials delivered by our academic staff, who are leading experts in their fields.

Our current students are keen to support you throughout your stay and share their experiences of university life. You should be prepared for an intensive week studying a challenging and stimulating curriculum at university level

Each

Applications close on 22 March 2019.

Places are limited.

CLICK HERE FOR ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA AND TO APPLY

To find out more visit:surrey.ac.uk/summer or email summerschools@surrey.ac.uk or call us on +44 (0)1483 689 943

The University of Surrey offers Year 12 students a five day residential summer school, providing the opportunity to experience life at a top university.

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Gap Years

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, PLEASE CLICK HERE

www.independentgapadvice.org

Free and impartial GAP YEAR ADVICE & SUPPORT For Young People WE ARE NOT a company trying to sell gap years.

WE ARE UNPAID VOLUNTEERS, with 20+ years experience of the gap year market, wanting to help post-16 students PLEASE CLICK THE LINKS BELOW FOR FURTHER INFORMATION There are gap year advice sections on planning a gap year, fundraising, travel safety, and the ethics of overseas volunteering

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Volunteering & Work experience

Work experience opportunity at GKN Aerospace in 2019

GKN Aerospace is the world’s leading multi-technology tier 1 aerospace supplier and have work experience opportunities in 2019 at their Filton site during the following weeks: w/c 11th March w/c 8th April w/c 13th May w/c 3rd June w/c 17th June w/c 1st July w/c 15th July If you are interested in applying for one of these weeks, please pop into Career Zone for an application form and return to Bristol.WEX@gknaerospace.com

Work experience opportunity at Airbus in 2019 Airbus is offering a fantastic opportunity for students to gain work experience and help them stand out from the crowd.

Length: 4 days Sites: Filton & Broughton Ages: 14-19 How to apply Email a CV and a covering letter to workexperience@airbus.com.

Include Airbus WEX Broughton or Airbus WEX Filton to the subject line.

Include preferred dates.

Applications open until: * Friday 1 March 2019 for the Summer term dates below * Selection will be based on the application * Successful applicants will be notified after the closing dates 2019 dates: Summer Term Time: 17 June - 20 June (Filton and Broughton) 1 July - 4 July (Filton and Broughton) 15 July - 18 July (Filton and Broughton) Should you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact: Carrie Ford, Wellbeing Coordinator, On behalf of BAWA Subcontractor for Human Resources, (Airbus Operations Ltd) Phone: +44 (0) 117 936 0504

VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES

At hop, skip and jump we provide flexible and wrap around care for children and young adults with additional needs. Our Bristol centre has a large area to explore with a wide range of areas including a dark sensory room, a white sensory room, soft play / ball pit area, a music room, a games room and an art room. We also have a fully working kitchen and a massive outdoor space equipped with climbing frames, swings, slides for all ages and abilities and a lovely sensory area.

We provide a range of different sessions throughout the year which include: Respite sessions: These sessions run every Saturday and during the school holidays (except Tuesday and Thursday mornings), for children and young adults with additional needs and challenging behaviours.

Stay and play sessions: These sessions run every Saturday and during the school holidays (except Tuesday and Thursday mornings) where the service user can come with either their families or carers to use the centre independently. The service user is in full care of their family or carer.

After school club sessions: These sessions are currently run on Wednesday and Friday evenings 3:30- 6:00, offering children and young adults with additional needs and challenging behaviour a safe environment to build social skills and engage in fun activities.

For further details, please call 0117 9677282 and visit

Volunteer vacancies Please contact ginaj@ablc.org.uk for information about general volunteering opportunities at the Law Centre.

Reception/Admin Volunteers We are currently recruiting volunteers to join our busy and friendly reception/ administration team. We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers who are able to give us a regular half-day per week. Please contact the email above, or download the information pack Here