A-Z Exhibitor Guide University of Central Lancashire
Thursday 21 st November 2013, 11am-3pm 53 Degrees & The Students’ Union, Preston
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Thank you to everyone who contributed to help make this event happen, in particular Emma Lee and Jon Russ from the Students’ Union; Carolyn Stanley and the Postgraduate team; Becky Steel from the Centre for Volunteering; Jan Lee for designing and producing the exhibitor guide, and everyone throughout the University who has supported this event. A special thank you to all the employers and exhibitors here today. Wishing you all a successful event, Julie Cullen UCLan Careers and Employability Service
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Contents Exhibitor Profiles A - Z
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CV Clinic
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UCLan Postgraduate Study Fair
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Floorplan
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Exhibitor Profiles APPSENSE………………………………………………………….Stand 34 Computer software
3300 Daresbury Park, Daresbury, Warrington, WA4 4HS 0845 223 2100 caroline.hamilton@appsense.com www.appsense.com
Cheshire,
AppSense is the leading provider of enterprise workspace management solutions that enable productive, secure workforces across mobile and desktop environments. VACANCIES: Year in industry placements – Software Engineers / Testers, Graduate Software Engineers, 1st Line Customer Technical Support Engineers, Inside Sales Representatives.
ARDMORE LANGUAGE SCHOOLS……………………….Stand 35 Education
BCA College, Burchetts Green, Maidenhead, SL6 6QR 01628 826699 info@theardmoregroup.com www.ardmore-language-schools.com
Ardmore Language Schools are experts in providing educational travel courses to junior students from all over the world. VACANCIES: Fully qualified EFL Teachers, Activity Leaders and Senior Welfare Leaders. Limited number of management positions which highly qualified and experienced applicants will have the chance apply for.
ARMY…..…………………………………………….……………Stand 54 HM Forces
Armed Forces Careers Office, 54 Fishergate, Preston, PR1 8BH 01772 203030 artd-rg-accprestonsca@mod.uk www.army.mod.uk/join/
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The Army is like no other organisation, modern and highly technical yet retaining a link with tradition. As an officer or soldier you at the forefront of a dynamic and fast paced work environment and work as part of a close knit team, held together by the Army’s values and standards and our inspirational leaders. With over 144 different jobs there really is an option to suit everybody. Are you up to the challenge? If so STEP UP and see what we have to offer.
ASDA………………………………………………………………..Stand 41 Retail
Asda House, Great Wilson Street, Southbank, Leeds, LS11 5AD 0113 8261905 emily.kellett@asda.co.uk www.asda.jobs/graduates
The more we continue to grow, the more graduate talent we need to lead us into the future. This year, we're offering more ways than ever for graduates to join us and become part of the great Asda adventure. PROGRAMMES: Fast-Track Retail, Fast-Track Trading, Fast-Track Rotational, and there are also Direct Entry routes.
ASSYSTEM UK LTD.………………………………………………Stand 57 Technical Consultancy Services
Club Street, Bamber Bridge, Preston, PR5 6FN 0117 987 4004 fsmith@assystemuk.com www.assystem.com
Expertise in a wide range of activities: aeronautics & space, automotive, industries, naval & defence, technologies, energy & nuclear, life sciences, facilities. We are looking for qualified, experienced and motivated graduates to join a scheme with Assystem that will allow them to be trained and developed within a variety of sectors. Graduates will then work within a more specific discipline along a Technical or Project Management career path.
BARNARDO’S………………………………………………………..Stand 3 Voluntary sector
Bradbury House, 453 Leyland Rd, Lostock Hall, Preston PR5 5SB 01772 629470 cindy.ribchester@barnardos.org.uk www.barnardos.org.uk
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''Include Me 2'' work with children and young people who have special needs / disability. Volunteer opportunities are to support the young people in play & leisure activities.
BISHOP RAWSTORNE ACADEMY………………………….Stand 23 Education
Highfield Road, Croston, Leyland, PR26 9HH 01772 600349 ndimmer@BishopR.co.uk www.bishopr.co.uk/teacher-training/school-direct
ASPIRE SCHOOL DIRECT School Direct is a direct route into teaching where successful applicants follow a PGCE with QTS course but are trained predominantly within a school environment. You may also be eligible for a tax free training bursary of up to £20,000, depending on your class of degree and subject area!
BRITISH HEART FOUNDATION……………………………..Stand 58 Voluntary sector
38-42 Friargate, Preston, PR1 2AT 01772 888918 www.bhf.org.uk
Our task is to keep hearts beating and we focus our work on our groundbreaking research. We are the UK's number one heart charity and through 50 years of funding cutting edge research we have already made a big difference to people's lives.
BRITISH TRANSPORT POLICE……………………………….Stand 63 Law enforcement
Recruitment Team, 7th floor, The Axis, 10 Holliday Street, Birmingham, B1 1TF 0121 634 5630 recruitmentteam@btp.pnn.police.uk http://careers.btp.police.uk/
BTP police Britain’s railways, providing a service to rail operators, their staff and passengers across the country. NON-POLICE OFFICER ROLES are in the following departments: IT, Finance, HR, Procurement; Media and marketing; Communications (control rooms); Criminal Justice Unit. On occasions we also recruit Police Community Support Officers, Police Officers and Special Police Constables.
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BUSINESS START-UP SUPPORT FOR UCLAN STUDENTS AND GRADUATES……………Stand 36 Self-Employment, Enterprise, Entrepreneurship UCLan Media Factory, room ME408 01772 895957 Sarah Cullen, Julia Stickley enterprisingstudents@uclan.ac.uk www.uclan.ac.uk/enterprise www.uclan.ac.uk/northernlights
The Enterprise Champions programme students and graduates who would like consider self-employment as a career option.
helps to
We work in partnership with the Northern Lights, UCLan’s Business Incubation and Support Programme, providing business start-up help and guidance and access to our state of the art business facilities on the 4th floor of the Media Factory. This activity is supported by the NW Enterprise ERDF project.
CAMP AMERICA………………………………………………….Stand 17 Cultural, Heritage, Leisure, Recruitment Agency 37a Queen's Gate, London, SW7 5HR 0207 5817373 enquiries@campamerica.co.uk www.campamerica.co.uk
Camp America are the market leader in providing the uniquely cultural USA summer camp counsellor experience. Summer camp roles include activity leaders, where participants lead or assist in areas such as sport, craft, music, performing arts, dance, gymnastics, the outdoors and water-based activities. At the end of time spent at summer camp, participants then have the opportunity to travel within the USA for 30 days.
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CAMP LEADERS / SMALLER EARTH LTD……………….…..Stand 70 Travel 24-26 Mount Pleasant, Liverpool, L3 5RY 0151 708 6868 info@campleaders.com www.campleaders.com/gb/
Picture this: a summer packed with fun, sun, travel and friends. Sounds too good to be true? Well, you better believe it! Camp Leaders are giving you the chance to spend your summer at camp in the USA. They will provide everything you need including return flights, food and accommodation. Plus you'll even get paid! All for you to have the summer of a lifetime.
CANAL AND RIVER TRUST…………………………………..Stand 15 Voluntary sector, Environment and Conservation North West Waterways, Waterside House, Waterside Drive, Wigan, WN3 5AZ enquiries.northwest@canalrivertrust.org.uk http://canalrivertrust.org.uk/
We offer unique career opportunities that you’ll be hard pushed to find elsewhere including jobs where you’ll be based outdoors in the fresh air, directly looking after the canals and rivers or roles in our workshop building iconic lock gates. We also have the standard roles that you’ll find in most organisations such as accountancy, legal, IT and HR jobs. Alongside this there are a variety of potential volunteering opportunities available.
CAPULA LTD……………………………………………………….Stand 14 IT Services
Orion House, Stone, Staffordshire, ST15 0LT 01785 827000 tracy.bramhall@capula.co.uk www.capula.co.uk
Capula provides advanced automation, real-time control, and business IT systems for the Energy and Utilities Markets. Belonging to the European Imtech group, Capula has a number of offices around the UK employing around 300 staff; the head-office is based in Stone, Staffordshire.
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CCUSA……………………………………………………………….Stand 52 Summer Camp Employment
Unit 6.04, 6 Morie Street, Wandsworth Town, London, SW18 1SL 07973 162191 callumt@ccusa.co.uk www.ccusa.co.uk
CCUSA provides fun and exciting summer placements in the USA and Canada. Applicants can teach sailing, tennis, climbing, arts and crafts, photography and loads more. Placements range from 7-9 weeks and we have camps in every state in the USA / Canada. CCUSA will be the best summer of your life.
CENTRE FOR VOLUNTEERING AND COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP (CVCL)………………Stand 1 Volunteering
UCLan School of Education and Social Science , Livesey House, room 213, Preston , PR1 2HE 01772 893662 CFVolunteering@uclan.ac.uk www.uclan.ac.uk/cvcl
UCLan’s award-winning Centre for Volunteering Community Leadership (CVCL) is noted for its developing community cohesion and active citizenship projects.
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CENTURUS…………………………………………………………Stand 73 Student Services, IT Services
UCLan Media Factory, 4th floor, Preston, PR1 2HE 01772896228 careers@centurus.co.uk www.centurus.co.uk
Centurus is a software company dedicated to the International Student sector that hosts the world’s only single international student admissions portal. VACANCIES: Sales Manager, suitable for a degree calibre candidate, who is well presented and professional, has had some commercial exposure, and is enthusiastic and target focussed.
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CHILDREN'S SOCIETY………………..……….………………Stand 25 Voluntary sector
30 Ribblesdale Place, Preston, PR1 3NA 01772 256900 / 07734 072066 clare.jackson@childrenssociety.org.uk http://speakoutlancashire.org.uk/
Established in May 2000, we work with children and young people who are or have been in the care of Lancashire County Council. INDEPENDENT VISITOR - Working the children and young people, looked after by Lancashire County Council, an Independent Visitor’s main task is to befriend a child or young person. They will also offer support and advice. We ask for a minimum 2 year commitment from volunteers. This is in order to enable a trusting relationship to develop between the volunteer and young person.
Don’t miss the UCLan Postgraduate Study Fair today in the Atrium
Thursday 21st November, 11am-3pm CIMA - CHARTERED INSTITUTE OF MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTANTS…………….…………..Stand 26 Finance
26 Chapter Street, London, SW1P 4NP 020 8849 2468 bdc@cimaglobal.com www.cimaglobal.com
CIMA is the only professional body that qualifies accountants solely for business. A CIMA qualification is highly regarded by leading organisations worldwide and could be your passport to global employability. The road to CIMA membership is open to all, regardless of your educational background.
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CIVIL SERVICE HR FAST STREAM…………………………..Stand 38 Human Resources
Fast Stream, HMRC Civil Service Resourcing, Room LG69/70, 100 Parliament Street, Westminster, London, SW1A 2BQ FastStream@Parity.net http://faststream.civilservice.gov.uk/the-differentstreams/human-resources/
The Civil Service HR Fast Stream is a specialised scheme which aims to identify and develop future leaders of the Civil Service. It is a demanding three-year programme, which offers graduates the opportunity to train as an HR professional and prepares them for a range of senior cross- government HR roles.
CRCC ASIA…………………………………………………………..Stand 29 Commercial activities, Finance, IT Services, Legal, Media, Research and Development 219-220 Temple Chambers, 3-7 Temple Avenue, EC4Y 0HP london@crccasia.com www.crccasia.com
London,
The CRCC Asia China Internship Program introduces internationally-motivated students and graduates to business culture in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen and Sanya, China. As the leading provider of internships in China, CRCC Asia is partnered with a variety of companies to provide students and graduates the opportunity to further their personal and professional development in a dynamic international setting.
CVVID…………………………………..…………………………Stand 48 IT Services, Employability
Suite 107, Business First Centre, Blackburn, BB1 2QY 07866 510185 yas@cvvid.com www.cvvid.com
Our website provides applicants with the ability to create their own video profile and send to employers. VACANCIES: Web/App programmer, Office Admin Roles, Sales staff, Marketing/PR coordinator
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DEAFBLIND UK…………………………………………………….Stand 68 Voluntary sector
Crawford House, Booth Street East, Manchester, M13 9GH nikki.mather@deafblind.org.uk www.deafblind.org.uk
Deafblind UK’s vision is that people who have a combined sight and hearing loss should have the same rights, access and opportunities as others.
EKM SYSTEMS LTD…………………………………………….Stand 16 IT Services
Unit 6 Arkwright Court, Commercial Road, Darwen, BB3 0FG. 77 Golden Hill Lane, Leyland, PR25 3FF. 08448 588580 nickstansfield@ekmsystems.co.uk www.ekmpowershop.com
ekmPowershop.com, the UK's leading ecommerce solution, is expanding quickly and looking for a Graduate Developer to join us on our quest for world domination. As a member of our development team you'll be working with the latest technologies bringing enhancements and loads of epic new features to the ekmPowershop system. VACANCIES: Graduate Developer
ENSURE LEGAL RECRUITMENT…………………………..Stand 59 Legal
Witton Business Park, Suite 4, Unit 3, Cartmel Road, Blackburn, BB2 2TA haroon.nawaz@ensurerecruitment.co.uk www.facebook.com/EnsureRecruitment
Graduate + Training = Job It’s a simple equation, one that we devised after talking and listening to a variety of law firms over the past year. The Graduate+ programme was conceptualised as a bespoke ‘finishing school’ for legal graduates. The sectors we are currently offering the Graduate+ programme in include: Commercial Law, Industrial Disease, Family law, Conveyancing, Personal Injury, Financial Resolutions, Clinical Negligence, Employment law.
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ENTERPRISE-RENT-A-CAR………………………………..Stand 46 Service, Retail Unit 6 Taurus Park, Europa Boulevard, Warrington, Cheshire, WA5 7ZT http://enterprisealive.co.uk
With a company as successful as ours, it’s easy to start getting ahead of yourself. While everyone at Enterprise starts as a Management Trainee, where you end up will be up to you. Most of our employees choose to stay in rental operations. However, since we promote solely from within, there are opportunities to specialise if you find an area of business that you’re particularly interested in. VACANCIES: Graduate Management Trainee, Internships, Placements, Finance Controller Management Trainee, Campus Brand Manager
EMPLOYMENOW.CO.UK……………………………………..Stand 71 CV, Employability, Recruitment Agency info@employmenow.co.uk www.employmenow.co.uk
Employmenow.co.uk is a new social CV website, where job seekers can profile themselves direct to employers. Employmenow.co.uk is the direct link between you and potential future employers. IT’S DIRECT. IT’S SIMPLE. IT WORKS.
EXPERIENCE TEACHING ABROAD LTD……………………Stand 13 Education, Recruitment Agency Liahona House, 8 Fairfield Road, Fulwood, Preston, PR2 8EL 020 81333885 info@experienceteachingabroad.com www.experienceteachingabroad.com
Experience Teaching Abroad Ltd. is a UK recruitment agency. We are sending great people to fill our teaching positions in Thailand, South Korea, Costa Rica and India, whether through our TEFL Internships or our Volunteer Programs. We pride ourselves on being a small company and Social Enterprise, knowing the names of our recruits, not the numbers!
FDM GROUP……………………………………………………….Stand 42 IT Services
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Westminster House, 8th floor, 11 Portland Street, Manchester, M1 3HU 0161 234 6890 jennifer.standish@fdmgroup.com www.fdmgroup.com/uk
FDM Group is an innovative IT services provider with a unique business model, specialising in seven core service areas: Project Management Office (PMO), Development, Application Support, Software Testing, Infrastructure, Data Services and Training. Using a tailored blend of specialist training and skills development, we select and employ high-calibre graduates to join the unique FDM Graduate Programme.
FISHWICK RANGERS YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SCHEME Voluntary sector, Youth
Preston YMCA, Samuel Street, Preston, PR1 4YE 01772 794103 enquiries@fishwickrangers.com www.fishwickrangers.com
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Volunteering opportunities available in school work, sports & social inclusion sessions. Activities include: Awareness raising sessions, Consultation events, Cricket tournaments, CV & Job advice, Educational development programme, Football coaching, Football league play, Homework Club, ICT & Digital Inclusion sessions Information, Advice and Support, Mosque programmes.
FOREVER LIVING PRODUCTS (PERFECT LIFESTYLES) Network Marketing (Health & Wellbeing) 50 Merewood, Ashurst, Skelmersdale 07733 250742 sharonmarylogan@sky.com www.perfectlifestyles.myflpbiz.com
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Forever Living Products is a 35 year old international company which brings pure, high quality, health and wellness products to both people and animals, while at the same time provides a lucrative income opportunity to help people take control of their lives. We are looking for self-motivated individuals who have the drive to succeed and want to work flexibly from home. Ideal candidates will be confident and possess good people skills to lead their own team and develop their own self-employed business.
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CV Clinic
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Make sure your CV stands out in content and in presentation. Bring a printed copy of your CV and get feedback in a 15 minute one-to-one consultation at the CV Clinic. The CV Clinic is open throughout the duration of the Careers Fair, from 11am to 3pm. This is a first-come-first-served basis, no appointment necessary. If you haven’t brought your CV, or you need advice on how to get started, the CV Clinic is open every weekday from 12pm2pm in Foster Building, ground floor foyer.
www.uclan.ac.uk/futures
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FOUR FINANCIAL RECRUITMENT……………………….Stand 18 Finance, Recruitment Agency Unit 14 Hamil House, 112a - 116 Chorley New Road, Bolton, BL1 4DH 2 D Cotton House, 12-18 Queen Street, Manchester, M2 5HS 0161 834 3479 laurashields@4recruiting.co.uk www.4recruiting.co.uk
Four Financial Recruitment is looking for graduates to join the company on a Trainee Consultant basis. Vacancies are in both Manchester & Bolton offices. VACANCIES: Trainee Consultants
GENERAL MILLS UK LTD……………………………………….Stand 64 Food
Harman House, 1 George Street, Uxbridge, UB8 1QQ 01895 201214 zahid.usmani@genmills.com www.generalmills.co.uk
General Mills is one of the world's larger food companies, with offices or manufacturing facilities in more than 30 countries. Our UK Office is based in London. Our global brand portfolio includes Haagen Dazs, Nature Valley, Green Giant, Jus Rol, and Betty Crocker & Old El Paso. VACANCIES: Supply Chain student placement
GRAD DIARY……………………………………………………….Stand 40 Finance, IT Services, Legal, Technical Consultancy Services
4 Station Road, Radlett, Hertfordshire, WD7 8JX 0207 1933209 joseph@graddiary.com www.graddiary.com
Grad Diary is a student information site that supports students through all aspects of their applications, from the initial application form up until their final interview. We provide tools and content that helps students to enhance their job applications and give themselves the best chance of getting the most of the applications that students submit.
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GRADCRACKER……………………………………..……………..Stand 56 Science, Engineering, Technology, IT Services, Utilities, Energy October House, 94 Long Street, Easingwold, York, YO61 3HX 07772 697055 angela.lockhart@gradcracker.com www.gradcracker.com
Gradcracker is the careers website for science, engineering & technology students. Whether you’re looking for a work placement during university or a graduate programme to join when you finish – you’ll find it here! We have jobs, graduate programmes, work placements and internships with over 170 employers. Register with Gradcracker it’s free, then you can – use our follow feature to keep up-todate with all of a company's latest content and opportunities.
GYM MANIA GYMNASTICS…………………………………Stand 51 Education, Sport
Unit 4 Copse View Business Park, Henderson Road, Fleetwood, FY7 7HP 07731 338122 gymmania2004@aol.com www.gymmania.co.uk
Gym Mania is a voluntary run gymnastics club based in its own dedicated facility in Fleetwood. Volunteers can train with us as coaches. No gymnastics experience is necessary as full training and qualifications will be given, making it ideal for anyone wanting to pursue a career in sport, teaching or working with children.
HAYS RECRUITING EXPERTS WORLDWIDE…………..Stand 5 Recruitment
107 Cheapside, London, EC2V 6DB 0203 465 0202 chloe.muir@hays.com www.hays.co.uk
A career with Hays is like no other. At Hays, we are the experts in recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people. We believe the right job can transform a person's life. And the right person can transform a business. VACANCIES: Trainee Recruitment Consultants
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Find your postgraduate inspiration at UCLan Discover the wealth of postgraduate programmes in full-time, part-time and elearning study formats, available to you at UCLan to further enhance your skills, knowledge and career prospects.
Postgraduate study and research at UCLan
At UCLan, our postgraduate programmes and research opportunities are underpinned by world-leading research, innovative approaches and real-world experience. Based in the heart of North West England, with excellent transport links, we offer state-of-the-art facilities and a friendly and supportive environment. Choose from our exciting range of postgraduate programmes and research opportunities, professional doctorates, continuing professional
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development (CPD) courses and a growing range of short courses in a wide variety of disciplines.
With a postgraduate qualification from UCLan, you can expect to: -
enhance your career opportunities get an edge in the competitive jobs market increase your earning potential (source: Sutton Trust) gain new personal and professional skills
You can even decide to change direction – a number of our postgraduate taught programmes offer you the chance to gain a postgraduate qualification in a different field to your undergraduate degree.
Visit the UCLan Postgraduate Study Fair TODAY in The Atrium Thursday 21st November, 11am-3pm Once you’ve started your career Once you’ve been working for a few years, you or your employer might decide that it’s time to gain further functional or management skills. At UCLan, you can study for a wide range of professional development programmes on a part-time, and increasingly e-learning or blended learning, basis. Whether you’d like to climb the management ladder and consider studying for an MBA, brush up your
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skills with a short course or further specialise in your chosen area, check our website to see what UCLan has to offer. Remember, if you are a UCLan graduate, you may be eligible to receive discounts on course fees, making further study more affordable.
www.uclan.ac.uk/pg
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HEADWAY PRESTON & CHORLEY……………………....Stand 32 Voluntary sector Newlands House, 60 Chain House Lane, Whitestake, Preston, PR4 4LG 01772 789323 headwayprestonandchorley@gmail.com www.headwayprestonandchorley.com
We are a registered charity dealing with people who have suffered acquired brain injury and their families and carers. We hold regular drop in meetings and workshops for service users which include art, IT, talking therapies and relaxation. We hold events and fundraisers. All voluntary roles associated with these activities are available.
HEALTHIER LIVING WITH HIV @ RENAISSANCE…...Stand 37 Voluntary sector, Health and Social Care 2 Union Court, Union St, Preston, PR1 2HD 01772 253 840 tmulcahy@druglinelancs.co.uk www.druglinelancs.co.uk
Offering support to those living with and affected by HIV. The service aims to enable each person to manage their diagnosis and to reach their goals - be they securing employment, housing, further education or emotional wellbeing. The service is committed to raising HIV and sexual health awareness. We support access to condoms, counselling and volunteering opportunities.
HM REVENUE & CUSTOMS……………….....…..………Stand 76 Public sector, Government
The Crescent Centre, Temple Back, Bristol, BS1 6HR 03000 522672 holly.steele@hmrc.gsi.gov.uk www.gov.uk/tax-professional-development-programme
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is responsible for collecting more than £468 billion of tax from UK businesses and individuals. We administer National Insurance, Student Loans and make sure workers are paid the National Minimum Wage. VACANCIES: Tax Professional Development Programme
ICAEW………………………………………………………..…..….Stand 7 22
Professional Membership Organisation, Accountancy and Finance
Metropolitan House, 321 Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 2FZ http://careers.icaew.com/
ICAEW (Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales) is a professional membership organisation, supporting over 140,000 chartered accountants around the world. Through our technical knowledge, skills and expertise, we provide insight and leadership to the global accountancy and finance profession. You can become an ICAEW Chartered Accountant by taking our professional qualification, the ACA. You don’t need an accountancy or business-related degree, so come and talk to us about kick-starting your global career in accountancy, finance and business.
INSTITUTE OF EXPORT…………………………………………Stand 43 Commercial activities, Education, International Trade
Export House, Minerva Business Park, Lynch Wood, Peterborough, PE2 6FT 01722 404400 institute@export.org.uk www.export.org.uk
As a professional body we are proud to be of assistance in giving advice and support to those considering a future in one of the many facets in International Trade. We have an extremely wide range of jobs advertised on our website and will, wherever possible, help to provide you with impartial advice on career options. Please feel free to stop by and have an informal talk. Even if your career ideas are only in the development stage, we will be delighted to meet you.
INTACT……………………………………………………………….Stand 65 Voluntary sector, Health
49 Whitby Ave, Ingol, Preston, PR2 3YP 01772 760760 helen.dixon@intact-preston.org.uk www.intact-preston.org.uk
Intact is a youth and community centre that has been serving the community for 20 years. Volunteers are required to support young people activities and sporting activities. Health is an expanding area requiring volunteers in to do health checks, support smoking cessation clinics, weight management sessions, walking club and a range of adult sporting activities.
INTERNCHINA……………………………………………...……Stand 60 Cultural, Education, Finance, IT Services, Legal,
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Manufacturing Industries, Media, Recruitment Agency Innospace, 2nd Floor, Minshull House, 47 Chorlton St, Manchester, M1 3FY 07793 144989 jamie.bettles@internchina.com www.internchina.com
InternChina are not like other internship agencies. With InternChina you will be matched with and will be able to get to know your potential host company before deciding whether to sign up to our internship programme! With our office in central Manchester and through our position as an approved supplier for the British Council’s Generation UK campaign, we aim to make our unique opportunities available to many more students from UK universities.
IT WORKS RESOURCE GROUP LTD………..…….…….Stand 28 IT Services, Recruitment Agency
Artis House, Fairways Business Park, Pittman Way, Preston, PR2 9LF 01772 278 050 enquiries@itworksrec.co.uk www.itworksrec.co.uk
Fulwood,
We are a leading IT recruitment group operating in very niche markets from the Preston area. The company is now looking for its next generation of leaders - people who have the entrepreneurial attitude it takes to develop their own market and become the leader in their field.
JD WILLIAMS……………………………………….…….….….Stand 31 Retail
Griffin House, 40 Lever St, Manchester, M60 6ES 0161 2382000 www.jdwilliamsgroup.jobs
Based in the heart of Manchester, we're the UK's largest independent multi-channel Home Shopping retailer. Our expansion and success continues to create opportunities in our Head Office, Logistics Operations and our contact centre. So if you're looking for a career with the development and rewards that you deserve, in a team that enjoys a fantastic culture and a great working environment, then JD Williams is the perfect home for you.
KAYA RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL………….…………….………Stand 8
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Cultural, Heritage, Leisure, Environment and Conservation, Health and Social Work, Media, Research and Development Arch 28, North Campus Incubator, Sackville Street , Manchester, M60 1QD 0161 87062612 marketing@kayavolunteer.com www.kayavolunteer.com
Kaya Responsible Travel offer volunteering placements and internships abroad in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Volunteers can work in a number of areas, including healthcare, social work, childcare, education, sports coaching, wildlife and more. Placements are from 2 weeks to 6 months and we accept volunteers throughout the year.
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#uclancareersfair LANCASHIRE CONSTABULARY………………….…………Stand 62 Law Enforcement
Police Operating Centre, Lancaster Rd North, Preston, PR1 2SA 01772 209782 zahid.dudhia@lancashire.pnn.police.uk www.lancashire.police.uk
VACANCIES: Special Constables (unpaid volunteer police officers) Our Specials work alongside neighbourhood policing teams across the county performing the same duties as regular officers. Special constables receive the same high level training and uniform and have the same powers and authority as regular police officers.
LANCASHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL VOLUNTEER HUB……………………………….……………….Stand 74 25
Volunteering
Peter House, Peter Street, Chorley, PR7 2RP lccvolunteering@lancashire.gov.uk www.lancashire.gov.uk/volunteer
The Volunteer Hub supports volunteer activities for Lancashire County Council, signposting prospective volunteers to the most appropriate service to meet their needs. The Hub represents all services offering volunteer activities within Lancashire County Council, which includes Adult and Community services, Care services, Children and Young People services, and the Environment directorate.
LIFELINE PROJECT……..………………………………….…….Stand 49 Voluntary Sector, Drug / Alcohol Recovery 7 Lune Street, Preston, PR1 2NL abbey.barcroft@lifeline.org.uk www.lifeline.org.uk
We work with individuals, families and communities both to prevent and reduce harm, to promote recovery, and to challenge the inequalities linked to alcohol and drug. VOLUNTARY ROLES: Peer Support Mentor, Community Outreach Volunteer, Programme Support Volunteer, Programme Delivery Support Volunteer
MAGMA DIGITAL LTD……………………………………..….Stand 30 IT Services
Derby House, 12 Winckley Square, Preston, PR1 3JJ 0845 241 6460 info@magmadigital.co.uk www.magmadigital.co.uk
Magma Digital Ltd is a bespoke web development company specialising in building systems that sit at the core of a business to improve processes and efficiency. VACANCIES: We are currently in a period of growth and are on the lookout for PHP Web Developers. Over the past year, we have advertised for other various roles including PR, Design and Project Management. Currently, we do not know what roles will be available in November - please come and enquire at our stand!
MAKING SPACE………………………………………….…….Stand 53 Voluntary Sector, Mental Health
Lyne House, 46 Allen Street, Warrington, Cheshire, WA2 7JB 01925 571680 business.support@makingspace.co.uk
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www.makingspace.co.uk
We are an organisation providing support via housing, residential, hospitals, outreach, carer support centres for people with mental health problem, disabilities and dementia. VOLUNTARY ROLES: Befrienders, Social Inclusion staff Support Workers
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MATALAN……………………………………………….………Stand 55 Retailing, Art and Design, Finance, IT Services, Media Gillibrands Road, Skelmersdale, West Lancashire, WN8 9TB 01695 552 602 graduaterecruitment@matalan.co.uk www.matalan.jobs
Matalan is the family retailer of choice offering unrivalled combination of products, quality, value and service! Our Head Office based in Skelmersdale is the nerve centre of our operation. This is where our buyers, merchandisers and designers plan our collections and keep our stores buzzing with the latest fashions. It’s also home to several key departments including finance, store operations, HR and marketing. Come and see us! We’re on the lookout for great talent!
MC2…………………………………………………………….……Stand 21 Marketing
The Boardwalk, 21 Little Peter Street, Manchester, M15 4PS 0161 236 1352 maryw@mcmc.co.uk www.mcmc.co.uk
MC2 is more than just a PR agency, a marketing consultancy or a creative studio. MC2 is an ideas business. Founded in Manchester in 1999, MC2 specialises in providing strategic and creative solutions for our clients. We pride ourselves on informed insight, big thinking and an entrepreneurial edge, which help us create impact globally and really change the businesses we work with. We work with a range of clients across the property, financial and professional services, technology and consumer brand sectors, including Krispy Kreme UK, Deloitte, Mondelez International and NCC Group. VACANCIES: Graduate Recruitment Programme
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MXDATA…………………………………………………………….Stand 66 Technical Consultancy Services
Alderley House, Alderely Road, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 1AT 01625 526644 kdoyle@mxdata.co.uk www.mxdata.co.uk
At mxData we're not new to developing mobile apps, in fact we've been writing them since 2003, initially on the first camera smartphone, the Sony Ericsson P800 and our award-winning Tube Map app is the world’s leading Underground travel app available on all platforms. We are always on the lookout for individuals that are energetic, excited and above all else really enjoy developing or testing code. You must be flexible in approach with a constructive and positive outlook in work. Most importantly we are looking for someone who enjoys working in a team to create great apps and websites.
NHS LEADERSHIP ACADEMY…………………..….………Stand 19 – NHS GRADUATE MANAGEMENT TRAINING SCHEME Public Sector 6th Floor, 157-197 Buckingham Palace Road, SW1W 9SP 020 7871 4730 Mary.Figueira@leadershipacademy.nhs.uk www.nhsgraduates.co.uk
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OVER 60 YEARS OF LOOKING AFTER BRITAIN AND STILL GOING STRONG. The NHS is going through an unprecedented period of change. The UK population is living longer, our services are needed as much as ever, and we have to achieve efficiency savings of £20 billion over the next few years. If you find a challenge like this exciting and think you have the skills we need, come to our stand to find out more. VACANCIES: Specialisms available in Finance Management, Health Informatics Management, Human Resources Management, General Management.
PAYMENTSHIELD LTD…………………………………………Stand 75 General Insurance
Southport Business Park, Wight Moss Way, Southport, Merseyside, PR8 4HQ 01704 518522 Vicky.Grisenkova@paymentshield.co.uk
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www.paymentshield.co.uk
We are a 300+ staff business based in Southport. We are very fortunate to have a number of in-house departments such as Finance, IT (Development & Infrastructure), Product, Customer Service to name a few. We have on going recruitment in all of those areas depending on the needs of the business.
PLACE REC USA…………………………………………………Stand 44 Cultural, Leisure
37 Elm Grove Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 1JW 01722 338837 info@placerecusa.com www.placerechub.com
Place Rec USA Ltd was set up in 2011 dealing with paid work placements in the hotel and theme park industry of the following countries: USA, Australia, New Zealand, Portugal and Spain. 12 MONTH PLACEMENTS / SUMMER WORK: Front Office, Food and Beverage, Housekeeping, Recreation.
PLACES FOR PEOPLE……………………………...……………Stand 20 Built Environment, Cultural, Heritage, Environment and Conservation 4 The Pavilions, Port Way, Preston, PR2 2YB 01772 897247 hayley.lawrenson@placesforpeople.co.uk www.placesforpeople.co.uk
We are one of the largest property management, development and regeneration companies in the UK. We own or manage 143,000 homes and have assets in excess of £3 billion. Building homes is just the start. New schools, shops, leisure facilities, job opportunities and training for support services make a place thrive. And we don't stop there: we manage places so they're sustainable in the future. This year we achieved a platinum award in the Corporate Responsibility Index - making us the leading company in our sector. VACANCIES: We have careers available in Admin, IT, Finance, Social Care, Leisure, HR, Customer Services and many more.
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PROJECTS ABROAD………………..………….………………Stand 4 Overseas Voluntary Work Placements
Aldsworth Parade, Goring, West Sussex, BN12 4TX 01903 708300 info@projects-abroad.co.uk www.projects-abroad.co.uk
Projects Abroad is the leading global organiser of overseas voluntary work placements. We have a huge variety of projects available, including: Teaching, Care, Conservation, Culture & Community, Sports, Medicine & Healthcare, Electives, Journalism, Business, Law & Human Rights, Archaeology, Veterinary medicine, Animal care and Language courses. With placements in Latin America, Africa, Asia, Eastern Europe and the South Pacific; volunteers can enjoy adventurous foreign travel and make a positive contribution within a developing country.
ROYAL AIR FORCE……………………………..…..…………Stand 45 HM Forces
AFRSC Liverpool, TA Barracks, Long Lane, Liverpool, L9 7AT 6644 afcoliverpool-sclo@mod.uk www.raf.mod.uk/careers
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The Royal Air Force defends the UK and its interests abroad and helps deliver humanitarian aid. VACANCIES: Pilots, Air Traffic Controllers, Airspace Battle Managers, Personnel Officers, Logistics, Doctors, Engineers and other specialisations.
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ROYAL NAVY……………………………….……..…..……….Stand 27 HM Forces
M-IS, Old Electrical Works, Reynard Mills Business Park, Windmill Road, Little Ealing, London, TW8 9LY 08456 075555 isabel.wood@m-is.com www.royalnavy.mod.uk/careers
There are well over 5000 jobs available in the Naval Service and the variety of opportunities is immense. From Weapon Engineer to Mine Clearance Diver and from Logistics Officer to Royal Marines Commando, there might well be the perfect job for you.
SEA CADETS…………………………………………….…………Stand 67 Youth Charity
NRHQ Merseyside, East Brunswick Dock, L3 4DZ 07711 369328 chamer@ms-sc.org www.sea-cadets.org
We are part of the UK’s largest maritime youth charity supporting around 14,000 young people by giving them an opportunity to challenge and grow in confidence through outdoor activities. We are a uniformed youth organisation based on the traditions of the Royal Navy. We offer a wide range of activities from sailing and canoeing, rock climbing, engineering, IT and communications, to music and cookery. VOLUNTARY ROLES: Sea Cadet Youth Leaders, and Committee Members
SERVICE CARE SOLUTIONS…………………..….…………Stand 72 Recruitment Agency, Health and Social Work, Legal, Voluntary sector 1st floor Marshall House, Ringway, Preston, PR1 2QD 01772 555530 james.mcgann@servicecarehealth.org.uk www.servicecare.org.uk
We recruit for an extensive range of vacancies across the UK, in Social Care, Social Work, Social Housing, Legal, Private and NHS Healthcare and Substance Misuse. Service Care Solutions offers a referral fee of £250 for anyone you may know. Once they are placed and complete their probationary period you receive a £250 bonus!
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S K INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES (SKILS)…….…Stand 47 Voluntary Sector, Health and Social Work Prospect Mill, Platt Lane, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 3PA 01942 522333 / 07872 180162 printroom@skilscic.co.uk www.skilscic.co.uk
We specialise in providing an alternative quality community service for people aged 18 + with support needs, to enhance life skills and strengthen quality of life through positive thinking and creative activity. We have two bases in Wigan area, one in Hindley and one in Orrell. We are passionate about personalising our service for each individual!
SOUNDSKILLS…………………………………………………….Stand 11 Voluntary Sector, Creative Media
7-9 Langcliffe Road, Brookfield, Preston, PR2 6UE 01772 705912 soundskills@live.com www.ouralison.com
Soundskills is a creative media community centre and has been in operation since 2003, and works for the benefit of residents on the Brookfield Estate. Student Volunteers can gain 'real world' experience of life on a council estate and explore a creative environment. VARIOUS VOLUNTARY ROLES: Working with children or adults in group sessions, website development, Facebook/Twitter support, general admin, funding bid writing, film reel editing, ukulele club support, producing backing tracks for urban/popular music, support for a portrait photography project.
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can receive Careers Advice in a face-to-face appointment, over the telephone, or by email www.uclan.ac.uk/careers
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TANGERINE HOLDINGS………………………………………..Stand 9 Agriculture, Animal Health, Manufacturing Industries, Research and Development Docklands, Dock Rd, Lytham, Lancashire, FY8 5AQ 01253 667420 sarah@tangerineholdings.co.uk www.tangerineholdings.co.uk
Tangerine Holdings is a group of 12 independently operating companies headquartered at Lytham St Annes. They own a large and diverse product portfolio within the area of Animal Health. The main product areas are Animal Health & Nutrition, Veterinary Products and “Nutraceuticals" The group was recently awarded The Sunday Times Best Companies “One to Watch” accolade for 2012. Within the Group are Agri-Lloyd, VetPlus, Carr & Day & Martin, and Farmsense.
TAYLOR PATTERSON GROUP……………………….…….Stand 50 Financial Services
Lanson House, Mount Street, Preston, PR1 8RY 01772 555073 louise.potter@taypat.co.uk www.taypat.co.uk
Taylor Patterson is a leading financial advisory firm providing wealth management, financial planning, employee benefits and pensions services to businesses and individuals in Lancashire.
TRADEWIND RECRUITMENT…………………………...Stand 6 Education
Manchester One, Portland Street, Manchester, M1 3LD 0844 327 1275 tradewindsanza@twrecruitment.com www.twrecruitment.com
Tradewind Recruitment is the premier provider of Teachers and Support Staff to Schools, Colleges and Nurseries. Our clients include mainstream state schools and independent schools in London and the Home Counties, as well as Birmingham and the West Midlands, and Manchester and the North West.
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TRELLEBORG OFFSHORE UK LTD……………….….…..Stand 12 Engineering, Manufacturing Industries, Project Management, Supply Chain & Logistics Stanley Way, Stanley Industrial Estate, Skelmersdale, WN8 8EA 07824 143117 sue.catlow@trelleborg.com www.trelleborg.com/jobs
The Trelleborg Group, a company with over 20,000 employees operating in more than 40 countries is a global engineering business creating high-performance solutions that seal, damp and protect in demanding industrial environments. We believe innovation and technology is a key part to the success of our business and so we’re looking for talented graduates who want to take their career and our vision to the next level. We are looking for graduates in the following disciplines: Mechanical/Civil Engineering, Materials Science, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, and Logistics.
UK-TEFL LOCAL………………………………………………….Stand 33 Education
24 Fylde Road, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, FY8 4BB 01253 667575 deborah.birch@uk-tefl-local.com www.uk-tefl-local.com
UK-TEFL Local offers training courses in teaching English as a foreign language. Taking one of our courses, which are internationally recognised, qualifies you to teach all over the world. UK-TEFL Local is a brand new branch of UK-TEFL, a national TEFL training provider that has been going since 2006. We offer a Standard course (over 2 or 3 days) which will give you all the basics of TEFL teaching. Our Advanced course (2-day) is aimed at those who have a standard qualification or previous teaching experience.
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UNITE WITH BUSINESS……………………..………………Stand 10 Internships UCLan, Media Factory, Preston, PR1 2HE 01772 895958 jesummers@uclan.ac.uk www.unitewithbusiness.co.uk
The Unite with Business programme provides paid work experience opportunities within North West small to medium sized businesses until 30th September 2014, through supported knowledge exchange utilising graduates and undergraduates to deliver skills, knowledge and resource into business in the form of short term business engagements. The programme is open to graduates, postgraduates and final year undergraduate students who reside within the North West area.
VAUXHALL MOTORS……………………………..…...…..Stand 69 Manufacturing Industry
GMM Ellesmere Port Plant, North Road Industrial Estate, North Road, Ellesmere Port, Merseyside, CH65 1AL 0151 3502219 jessica.bray@vauxhall.co.uk www.vauxhall.co.uk/about-vauxhall/careers/careers/undergraduates.html
Are you an enthusiastic undergraduate seeking real responsibility? Vauxhall Motors operates a 12 month undergraduate placement scheme for students eager to gain hands-on experience with an industry-leading company. We have opportunities ranging from manufacturing to all support areas. This includes Engineering, HR, IT, Finance, Business Management & Operations and others. Cheshire and Bedfordshire.
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WILL IT WORK?................................................. Stand 22 Direct Sales
45 Rectory Rd, Ashton, Wigan, WN4 0QD 07952 787049 scentsofshona@yahoo.co.uk www.willitwork.me
We retail a number of health and beauty products via events, online and by direct sales. The products include makeup, weight loss and skin care. We recruit Independent Consultants to promote the products, supporting and assisting them to grow a successful business.
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Place Rec USA 44 Places For People 20 Projects Abroad 4 Royal Air Force 45 Royal Navy 27 Sea Cadets 67 Service Care Solutions Experience Teaching Abroad72 13 SK Independent Living 47 FDM Group 42 Smaller Rangers Earth 70 Fishwick 39 Soundskills 11 Forever Living Products 61 Tangerine Holdings Four Financial Recruitment 9 18 Taylor Patterson Group 50 General Mills 64 Tradewind Grad Diary Recruitment 6 40 Trelleborg Offshore UK 12 Gradcracker 56 UK-TEFL Local 33 Gym Mania Gynastics 51 Appsense Unite with Business 10 34 5 Hays Ardmore Language Schools Vauxhall Motors 69 35 32 Headway Preston & Chorley Army, The Will It Work? 22 54 37 Healthier Living with HIV@Renaissance Asda 41 76 HM Revenue & Customs Assystem 57 7 Visit the UK ICAEW Barnardo’s 3 Institute of Export UCLan Postgraduate Study Fair43 Bishop Rawstorne Academy 2365 Intact in The Atrium, Students’ Union British Heart Foundation 58 Internchina 60 British Transport Police 63 28 IT Works Resource Group Business StartUp Support 36 31 JD Williams America 17 8 Kaya Camp Responsible Travel Camp Leaders 70 62 Lancashire Constabulary Canal and River Trust 15 74 Lancashire County Council volunteering Capula Ltd 14 49 Lifeline Project CCUSA 52 30 Magma Digital Centre for Volunteering 1 53 Making Space Centurus 73 55 Matalan Children’s Society, The 25 21 MC2 CIMA 26 66 mxData Civil Service HR Fast Stream 3819 NHS Graduate Scheme CRCC Asia 29 PaymentShield 75 CVVID 48 CV Clinic 77 Deafblind UK 68 Ekm Systems 16 Ensure Legal Recruitment 59 Enterprise rent-a-car 46 employmenow.co.uk 71
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