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Welcome to the ‘working from home’ editions of Careers News!

Having left our general working from home opportunities in this newsletter for a couple of weeks, we have now moved them into the longer version on the St Brendan’s Careers web page.

As many education and employment providers are adjusting to remote working, we will again be using ‘New This Week’ booklet for career development items that really are ‘New’ this week.

Click here for the latest government advice on the coronavirus

To access all content from previous Careers News, please see the uploaded archive on the college website.

Click the relevant section below for direct access to NEW stuff!  Jobs & Apprenticeships  Volunteering & Work Experience  Higher Education

 Health and wellbeing during lockdown  Careers Information and Opportunities

Jobs and Apprenticeships

Nothing new this week Check the complete Newsletter on the college website for previously advertised opportunities

Work Experience and Volunteering

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Virtual Work Experience Opportunities UK WIDE 

29th June—4th July 2020 Young Academies Group Virtual Work Experience for aspiring Journalists and Story-Tellers Age: 16-18 Application Deadline 29th May 2020

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21st May 2020 Mediacom Virtual Insight Day with a Leading Media Agency Age 16+ Application Deadline 6th June 2020

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6th July—10th July 2020 Jo Cox Foundation Virtual Work Experience at a unique charitable foundation Age 16+ Application Deadline 6th June 2020

Work Experience and Volunteering If you are due to be going out on work-experience in June, please check your Teams communication.

If you have any work-experience related queries, you can email the coordinator at: leanne.england@stbrn.ac.uk If you would like a careers appointment, advice or guidance, please email ceiag@stbrn.ac.uk These email addresses will continue to be monitored.

HIGHER EDUCATION

Here is a link for information about getting the most out of the clearing system

Getting the most from clearing Goldsmiths’ slides and notes available above.

A google account is needed to access this information.

Should you require any assistance please contact

ceiag@stbrn.ac.uk

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Due to popular demand we have added two additional dates to our series of Student Finance Webinars Whether Students have applied to the University of Reading or elsewhere, they are welcome to sign up to the following webinars:

Student Finance Webinar Wednesday, 13th May 2020 12 pm

Student Finance Webinar Thursday, 14th May 2020 6 pm

The Webinars will last approximately one hour and will include a 30 minute presentation, followed by a Q&A

HIGHER EDUCATION Applying to University and COVID-19

This talk equips you with a breakdown of the changes to the UCAS application process due to the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring you provide the most up to date information for students.

It provides students with more information about the categories below in regards to how each area has been affected by COVID-19 

Calculated grade

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Receiving offers from universities

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Firm and Insurance choices

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Confirmation, Clearing and Adjustment

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University course start dates

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How you can prepare for university now

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Where to find out more

HIGHER EDUCATION Applying to University and COVID-19 cont Law Shoosmiths Webinar Wednesday 27th May Working in partnership with Shoosmiths LLP, we are excited to offer this online webinar to aspiring legal professionals in year 12 & 13. This webinar has been designed to enable you to learn more about both Aston University and the skills you will need to develop to become a successful solicitor.

Over 2 hours with webinar will involve a number of engaging sessions, all designed to help you on your pathway to university and beyond. You will have the opportunity to hear from trainee solicitors at the firm and their journey’s into the profession, as well the chance to get hands on with an interactive case study.

Economics and Finance Taster Session Thursday 28th May 1—2 pm This event has been designed for Year 12 & 13 students who are interested in studying Economics or Finance at university.

This session sets out to introduce students to both the macroeconomic and financial environments by showing them how we can measure and compare the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Global Financial Crisis. It explores how economic and financial analysis can be applied to understand their impact on people, governments and business. It shows that while these events can have devastating effects, some sectors of the economy are more resilient that others.

For further information on any of the above please contact SRO@aston.ac.uk

HIGHER EDUCATION Applying to University and COVID-19 cont Mathematics and Engineering Wednesday 10th June This event is for Year 12 & 13 students who are interested in studying Maths or Engineering at University. Students will be able to access short video tasters in Maths, Product Design and Engineering.

The taster will include some live and some pre-recorded elements. There will be interactive activities for students to try at home as well as an opportunity for students to send in any questions they have for Aston academics about the courses

Economics and Finance Taster Session Thursday 28th May 1—2 pm This event has been designed for Year 12 & 13 students who are interested in studying Economics or Finance at university.

This session sets out to introduce students to both the macroeconomic and financial environments by showing them how we can measure and compare the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Global Financial Crisis. It explores how economic and financial analysis can be applied to understand their impact on people, governments and business. It shows that while these events can have devastating effects, some sectors of the economy are more resilient that others.

For further information on any of the above please contact SRO@aston.ac.uk

HIGHER EDUCATION Applying to University and COVID-19 cont Personal Statement Checks Every Tuesday and Thursday, May to June Aston is offering advice on improving personal statements to Year 12’s. Feedback will be given as comments via Microsoft Word and then emailed back to students the same day to participate please email your personal statements, any queries or concerns you have to SRO@aston.ac.uk or use the link below.

Cyber Girls First Virtual Event Females make up 50% of the UK population, yet only about 12% of the IT/coding and cyber workforce is comprised of women.

Aston University are working with Cyber Girls First for this virtual event.

Girls aged 11-14 from local schools are being invited to receive a pack of digital resources and a competition around IT, coding and cyber security, with talks by women who have attained high levels in management in these fields.

For further information on any of the above please contact SRO@aston.ac.uk

HIGHER EDUCATION

https://www.scrubbed-up.com/

This is a newly created website by medical students that gives UK university students’ insight into their experiences of medical school.

This site also contains tables of information about BMAT/UKCAT requirements for different universities

HIGHER EDUCATION

With 30,000 undergraduate courses available to choose from, you may be wondering where to begin.

To help, here is a second homework pack which includes a series of activities designed to get you thinking about uni and the things which matter to you the most.

Students can start to register for UCAS as from 19th May using the buzzword stbrendans21 — guidelines, support and advice will be provided through out the summer term.

Download pack

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Every Wednesday at 12:00 Don’t miss out on advice and tips from university and apprenticeship experts from across the UK, as we explore Student Finance, Taking and Apprenticeship and Life at University. To make sure you have all the support you need to plan your future at this difficult time there will be a live Q&A session.

Our webinars are incredibly popular so be sure to register ASAP! We also live-stream all of our webinars onto our YouTube channel, you can subscribe here (turn on our notifications so you never miss a session). All our webinars are recorded and available on our YouTube channel 24/7

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BSc Psychology Taster Day Online

We would like to invite you to come along to our next online undergraduate Psychology Taster Event 20th May 6-8pm

Register Here *Our University of London campus has not closed our application round to study in

the coming academic year. This means you can still apply to us through UCAS for our full-time BSc and Foundation Year degrees—or via our website for our part-time degree. Our degrees are accredited by the British Psychological Society.

This event is for you if you are interested in studying psychology and/or exploring a career as a professional psychologist, a research scientist or other employment within a psychological setting.

During our live taster event, there will be an introduction to course leaders for different degrees and opportunities will be provided opportunities for break-out sessions with Q&A. You can check out the new Taster Experience Video Library. Information will be shared with you about psychology courses, student support and experiences, careers advice and you will also be able to sample lectures.

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Virtual Open Events on Further Education Tours

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Bath College Thursday 14th May 2020 between 1 and 4 pm You need to register to then receive a link https://www.bathcollege.ac.uk/event/virtual-open-event

City of Bristol College Wednesday 3rd June 2020 between 1 and 4 pm Use the booking form on this page to tailor your sessions to your terests  First choice sessions with start at 1pm  Second choice session will start at 2 pm  Third choice sessions will start at 3 pm What should I expect from the digital open event?

You’ll be able to get the information you need about your next steps.

This is your chance to:  Speak to teachers and lecturers about college programmes  Book one-to-one meetings about finance, support or careers  Get Support with your application

Registration deadline: 9am on Wednesday 27th May https://www.cityofbristol.ac.uk/digital-open-event/

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Health and Well being during Lockdown

Nothing new this week Check the complete Newsletter on the college website for previously advertised opportunities

Careers Events, Information and Opportunities

Spotlight on : Engineering Careers This week we are shiining the spotlight on Engineering. You may be surprised to hear that there opportunities for budding engineers whether you plan to go to university or straight into the world of work.

Complete the worksheet to consolidate your learning Once you have read the email, please complete the worksheet to apply what you’ve learnt to your own future career path.

What’s Engineering all about?

Engineers are professional miracle workers, designing the amazing things we use in our every day lives.

Smartphones and computers, robots and racing cars, railways and wind turbines, even foods—these are all designed by engineers.

Engineers use a logic, maths and scientific principles to design and improve technology, buildings and all sorts of other things.

Check out this article to learn what makes a great engineer.

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What jobs are out there?

Here are some of the main types of engineers: 

Civil Engineers work on the built environment around us—that means houses, office blocks, bridges, roads, railways and tunnels.

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Mechanical Engineers design machinery, from dishwashers to wind turbines to the machines that build our products.

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Chemical Engineers figure out how to mix raw chemical materials to make them perform useful functions—working in the manufacture of food, medicines, materials and nuclear science.

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Environmental Engineers create systems that protect the environment such as structures that stop the coast from eroding.

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Biomedical Engineers design technology that provides medical solutions, such as artificial body parts or devices that aid medical specialists in their work.

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Electronic Engineers develop circuitry to make our gadgets smaller, more powerful and more efficient.

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Software Engineers design computer applications like the mobile app or internet browser you’re reading this email in, as well as programs that run behind the scenes or inside products.

Read more about these and other types of engineers in our in-depth article Am I cut out for it?

Whatever engineering pathway you go down, you’ll tend to need the same bunch of skills: 

Problem-solving skills

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Time Management

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Is a career in engineering future proof?

The more advanced our technologies get, the greater the need for specialist engineers to design them. The development of machine learning means that a new generation of robotics engineers will make robots behave less like computers and more like people.

In the future, civil engineers will need to evolve too as they increasingly link smart devices—from fridges and toasters to road signs and even rubbish bins—to the built environment.

How do I get there?

Apprenticeships/school leaver programmes A bunch of new engineering apprenticeships means you no longer have to go to university to become an engineer. With an apprenticeship, you will train alongside experienced colleagues within a paid job, wihile working towards relevant qualifications which give you the knowledge and understanding to do your job better.

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Environmental

Some are available at advanced level, which means you could train after your GCSEs as an alternative to A-levels. Others are higher apprenticeships, which means you’ll work towards a qualification equivalent to a foundation degree or higher.

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Engineering apprenticeships

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What is an apprenticeship?

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Should I apply for an apprenticeship or university?

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University What can I study?

You can study many forms of engineering at university—as well as the generic engineering course which allows you to specialise as you progress, you can choose from chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, electronic engineering, aerospace or aeronautical engineering, and others.

What are the entry requirements?

To study engineering at university, you’ll need to have an A-level/equivalent in Maths, and at least one other STEM subject, with some unis specifying physics. You should of course find out what subjects are required for your specific branch of engineering—for example, chemical engineers will be expected to have a chemistry A-level/equivalent.

Careers Events, Information and Opportunities

#DreamBigger NatWest have launched #DreamBigger to broaden students’ career horizons and develop their awareness of entrepreneurship as a possible future career

Female students aged 16+ are welcome to join DreamBigger’sweekly online workshops: 

Introduction to Entrepreneurship—every Tuesday @ 11 am

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Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset—every Wednesday @ 11 am

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Defining Entrepreneurial Purpose—every Tuesday @ 11 am

DreamBigger provide lots of learning materials, exercises and followups for both students and teachers.

Sign Up Now

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Careers Events, Information and Opportunities EDF Energy Offer

Find out more here, about EDF Energy’s offer of training programmes in Generation, Renewables, New Nuclear, Customers or Corporate business areas and be part of the energy for change.

Learn Live UK Offer

Learn Live UK are offering virtual employer encounters, great for Gatsby Benchmark 5! Log on here.

Supporting SEND learners in Transition in COVID 19

Some advice and guidance on how to prepare SEND Learners for transition here

SEND Excellence Gateway Offer

SEND Related resources for Employability, Supported Internships, Gatsby Benchmarks, TLevels can be found here

Healthy Young Minds

Healthy Young Minds have created a series of fun projects to open your children's imaginations and get them interested in STEM subjects by having a go at tackling some of society's biggest issues.

Find out more here

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Paws in Jobland

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Paws in Jobland is an interactive online program that helps learners to explore a variety of different jobs.

Ideal for developing ICT skills, raising aspirations, knowledge and in prepare them for career-related learning. More info here

Scape Group WEX Offer

Learning in lockdown! 30 hours of free virtual WEX. Learn more here.

Future Bright – For Parents

Future Bright – still here for you during the coronavirus outbreak Future Bright offers free career coaching, training and support to local people in work and receiving benefits or tax credits. Our coaches can help you to access training, improve your skills and connect to support available. During this difficult time, we have widened access to Future Bright to include local residents who:  Have been made redundant or laid off  Are at risk of redundancy  Have had their hours significantly reduced, and therefore have a reduced income  Are self-employed and whose income or ability to earn has been severely impacted  Are furloughed employees, if their reduced income means they are eligible for Universal Credit

To find out more and get in touch, visit www.futurebright.org.uk

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Careers Events, Information and Opportunities Catalyst Change ( (LMI)

Catalyst masterclasses: ZERO-CARBON PATHWAYS & GREEN CAREERS Our new free online masterclasses are for young women (16-24 years).

If you would like to more information about our masterclasses please email traci@catalysechange.com. Catalyse also provide recordings to teachers, schools and other educators. www.catalysechange.com

Onsite Apprenticeships

To book click here Information and guidance on current apprenticeships in Bristol for both employer and learners. More info here

Indigo Careers Resources for Teachers

A selection of free infographic posters, worksheets and extracts from some of Trotman’s best-selling books. To access click here

Bath College

Bath College are running accredited distance learning courses. If you would like to apply, they should complete the form and send it to distancelearning@bathcollege.ac.uk, courses details here Bath College are also offering an Highways Engineering distance learning course. If there is anyone interested, can they please contact highways@bathcollege.ac.uk

Bristol City College (Suitable for SEND if appropriate) CDI Careers Policy

Bristol City College are delivering an digital open event on 3rd June, 1pm till 4pm, to sign up click here.

CDI Briefing on Developing a Careers Policy aimed at Careers Leaders here!

Upcoming Events for the Spring Term 

You will receive more information about these during  tutorial and AIP. 

Remember to check your student emails regularly!

Having assessed our position in relation to guidance set out by Government, we are taking the decision to close the College to all th students from Wednesday 18 March at 2:30pm.

This means that from this point onwards, no lessons will be running at College and no students will be permitted to be on College site until further notice.

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Please email all queries to: CEIAG@stbrn.ac.uk This inbox will be monitored during standard college hours.