Shaping Your Future: Careers Fair 2020

SHAPING YOUR FUTURE Careers Fair 2020

Monday 16 March 2020

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British Red Cross

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University of Suffolk — Business Engagement and Entrepreneurship

NHS Professionals (East Suffolk North Essex FT)

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NHS Professionals

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MENTA

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Cambridge University Hospitals

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Children and Family Support Services

Ipswich Fit (Ipswich Borough Council)

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Ipswich Borough Council

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Colchester Teacher Training Consortium

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Inspiration Teacher Training

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Opus People Solutions Ltd

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Suffolk County Council — Teach First

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Suffolk Jobs Direct — Suffolk County Council

Opportunity China

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Home Group

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PACT Training Hub

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Royal Papworth Hospital

Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service

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Suffolk Constabulary

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University of East Anglia — Teacher Training

Her Majesty's Prison and Probation Service HMP Highpoint

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University of Suffolk — Postgraduate

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Genesis Orwell Mencap

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University of Suffolk — Suffolk life Mentor

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Cvent Europe Ltd

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Essex Outdoors

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West Ipswich Teaching School

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Essex County Council

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Orwell Housing

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BT

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

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REED

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Norfolk and Suffolk Community Rehabilitation Company

Department for Education — Get into Teaching

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Educator Solutions

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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital

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Enterprise Rent A Car

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Gotelee Solicitors

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YMCA Childcare Providence

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Student Poster Exhibition

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Army

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Catch22 Suffolk

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Reception

We are always pleased to attract a great selection of local, national and international organisations to our fairs which are open to all University of Suffolk students and alumni, as well as members of the public.

about their organisation, ask about roles that they recruit for and to gain tips and advise on applications and selection processes.

The fair is a fantastic opportunity to find out more about a wide range of different career paths and chat to employers

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Click on a stand on the floor plan that corresponds to one of the organisations attending the careers fair to find out more about them.

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Delegates’ Breakout Area

ORGANISATIONS British Red Cross

S T A N D 1

The British Red Cross helps millions of people get the support they need when crisis strikes.

Types of roles: Fundraising and retail, Research, First Aid Trainers, IT, Finance, HR and Marketing and Procurement.

S T A N D 5

Colchester Teacher Training Consortium Provide the very best Initial Teacher Training and to equip trainees for career in Education.

Find out more

Job vacancies

YMCA Childcare Providence

S T A N D 2

University of Suffolk — Business Engagement and Entrepreneurship Offering support and events to help our entrepreneurial current student and alumni.

S T A N D 7

Work with individuals and families to build better futures through there range of programmes.

Types of roles: Youth Worker, Early Years Educator, Kitchen Assistant and Finance

Job vacancies

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Army

S T A N D 3

Cambridge University Hospitals They improve quality of life through innovative and sustainable healthcare.

Types of roles: Nursing, Midwifery, Support Workers, AHPs, Healthcare Sciences, Admin, Pharmacy, and Medical and Dental

S T A N D 9

The Army are an inspirational employer who embraces diversity, inclusivity and contributes to society in everything that they do.

Types of roles: Soldier, Officer, Army Reserve Soldier, Army Reserve Officer

Job vacancies Job vacancies

S T A N D 4

Children and Family Support Services A Leading provider of high quality, personalised and responsive interventions.

Types of roles: Family Support workers

Job vacancies

S T A N D 1 0

Catch22 Suffolk Catch22 deliver services that build resilience and aspiration in people.

Types of roles: Admin, Caseworkers, Support Workers, Counsellors, Teachers, Tutors, Teaching Assistants, Finance, IT, Marketing, HR and Health and Safety

Job vacancies

S T A N D 1 1

Opportunity China Opportunity China is a gateway for educators, English teachers, university lecturers and graduates to find exciting and enriching opportunities in China.

Job vacancies

S T A N D 1 5

University of East Anglia — Teacher Training Teacher Training Programmes have been developed in close partnership with schools across Norfolk and Suffolk and are offered through our university-led or School Direct routes.

Find out more

PACT Training Hub

S T A N D 1 2

PACT are here to ensure local health and care services will evolve and become sustainable.

Types of roles: Pre-registration Student Nurse Placements, Training and Education, Workforce Development, Nursing and Apprenticeships

Job vacancies

S T A N D 1 6

University of Suffolk — Postgraduate The University of Suffolk offers a range of postgraduate higher education opportunities including Masters, Postgraduate Diplomas and Certificates, and Professional and CPD courses.

Find out more

S T A N D 1 3

Royal Papworth Hospital Royal Papworth Hospital is the UK’s leading heart and lung hospital.

Types of roles: Admin, Clinical services, Allied Health Professionals, Estates and Ancillary, Healthcare Scientist, Medical, Nursing and Pharmacy

Job vacancies

S T A N D 1 7

University of Suffolk — Suffolk life Mentor The Suffolk Life Mentor Scheme allows students to network and support other students here at the University of Suffolk.

Find out more

Suffolk Constabulary

S T A N D 1 4

Suffolk Constabulary is the territorial police force that is responsible for policing Suffolk in East Anglia, England.

Types of roles: Police officers, Detective Constable Entry Scheme, Direct entry Inspector programme and Volunteers

Job vacancies

S T A N D 1 8

West Ipswich Teaching School West Ipswich Teaching School is a hub of two outstanding and inclusive schools. They have a proven history of developing quality early years practice.

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Orwell Housing

S T A N D 1 9

Orwell provides a range of services including housing, support and care services.

Types of roles: Support worker, Relief Support Workers, Relief Care Assistants, Volunteering Opportunities

Job vacancies

S T A N D 2 3

BT

S T A N D 2 0

BT has something for everyone, you'll find plenty of opportunities to use and develop your skills from Technology to Media and TV. Types of roles: Technology, Customer Service, Security, Sales, Marketing, Media and TV and Engineering

Job vacancies

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital Sixth largest acute teaching hospital in the UK. Their focus is to constantly improve high quality care.

Job vacancies

NHS Professionals (East Suffolk North Essex FT)

S T A N D 2 4

The East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust Bank works in partnership with NHS Professionals (NHSP) to recruit bank staff.

Types of roles: Nurses, Care Support Workers/Healthcare Assistants, Admin and Clerical and Allied Health Professionals

Job vacancies

REED

S T A N D 2 1

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The biggest family run recruitment business in the world. They have expertise in 20 specialist sectors.

Types of roles: Lab Assistant, Research Assistants, Scientist, Technician, Molecular Biologist and Quality Assistants

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Norfolk and Suffolk Community Rehabilitation Company They manage individuals convicted of crimes who are assessed as low or medium risk of harm.

Types of roles: Probation Officer, Administrative staff, Community Payback Supervisor, Volunteering Opportunities

Job vacancies

S T A N D 2 5

NHS Professionals They work with trusts to reduce their reliance on expensive agencies by developing a ‘bank’ of highly-skilled flexible workers who want to work for the NHS. Job vacancies

MENTA

S T A N D 2 6

MENTA provides business advice, business skills training, bespoke business courses, networking opportunities and events.

Types of roles: Freelancers on short term projects

Job vacancies

S T A N D 2 7

Ipswich Fit (Ipswich Borough Council) They offer sport and physical activity opportunities to everyone.

Types of roles: Training for lifeguards, swimming teaches, coaches, first aiders and life saving

S T A N D 3 2

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Ipswich Borough Council is the borough that covers Ipswich in Suffolk.

Types of roles: Administration, Business Support, Customer Services. Arts, Marketing, Finance, Corporate Support, HR, Facilities Management, Waste Recycling, Sports, Volunteering (parks and countryside, shop-mobility, Museums).

Inspiration Teacher Training

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They offer personalised, supportive and subject-focused teacher training courses. Their SCITT programme will make you a specialist in your chosen subject and a confident teacher.

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Suffolk Jobs Direct list vacancies in Suffolk and the surrounding area including positions at Suffolk County Council.

Types of roles: Graduate Interns, Environment, Conservation, Management, Admin, Business Support, Customer Service, Social Work, Procurement, Health, Project Management and Teaching

Job vacancies

S T A N D 3 4

Home Group One of the biggest housing associations in the UK with a turnover of over £360m.

Types of roles: Finance, Customer Service, Operations Manager and Support Worker

Job vacancies

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Opus People Solutions Ltd

S T A N D

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Suffolk Jobs Direct — Suffolk County Council

Job vacancies

S T A N D

They have been helping schools build a fair education for all by developing great teachers and brilliant leaders.

Job vacancies

Ipswich Borough Council

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Suffolk County Council — Teach First

They specialise in working with clients to provide high quality, end to end recruitment solutions.

Types of roles: Social Care, Business Support & Admin, IT, Management & Senior Interim and Technical & Professional clients

Job vacancies

S T A N D 3 5

Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service HMPPS carry out sentences given by the courts and rehabilitate people through education and employment.

Types of roles: Probation Officer and Probation Services Officer

Job vacancies

S T A N D 3 6

Her Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service HMP Highpoint Exceutive agency of the Ministry of Justice, responsible for correctional services in England and Wales.

Job vacancies

Essex County Council

S T A N D 4 1

Essex County Council's does a diverse range of work from social care to country parks.

Types of roles: Admin, Finance, Marketing, Business Operations, Commercial Service Design, Customer Service and Planning

Job vacancies

Genesis Orwell Mencap

S T A N D 3 7

One of the largest providers of services to people with disabilities in our local region.

Types of roles: Support Workers, Relief Support Workers (adult and children services) and volunteers

Job vacancies

S T A N D 4 2

Cvent Europe Ltd

S T A N D 3 9

Job vacancies

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust (ESNEFT) provide hospital and community health care.

Types of roles: Admin, Nurses and Midwives, Allied Health Professionals, Scientists, Technicians, Management, Medical, Dental, Directors and Apprenticeships

Job vacancies

Offers web-based software for meeting site selection, online event registration, event management, email marketing, and web surveys.

Types of roles: Account Management, Marketing, Client Services, Financial Analyst, Software and Network Engineers, Sales and Project Management

East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust

S T A N D 4 3

Department for Education — Get into Teaching Their vision is to provide worldclass education, training and care for everyone, whatever their background.

Find out more

Essex Outdoors

S T A N D 4 0

Essex Outdoors has been provides high quality, outdoor learning programmes for schools, groups, individuals and families.

Types of roles: Outdoor activity instructors, Business Administration, Sales and Marketing, Catering and Facilities Support and summer temp roles

Job vacancies

S T A N D 4 4

Educator Soluations Education Job Finder is a specialist recruitment site, with listings of teaching and non-teaching roles in all types of educational establishment.

Find out more

Enterprise Rent A Car

S T A N D 4 5

A global network that covers more than 90 countries, with 100,000 dedicated team members, and more than 1.9 million vehicles taking customers wherever they want or need to go.

Find out more

Gotelee Solicitors

S T A N D 4 6

Gotelee Solicitors LLP is a full service law firm in Suffolk. They act for private individuals, families in business and organisations.

Types of roles: Graduate Solicitor and Solicitors

Job vacancies

TOP TIPS AND QUESTIONS Careers fairs are a great way to meet recruiters, find out more about employers and industries, hunt for jobs, internships, work experience and volunteer opportunities. It is also a great opportunity for you to market yourself to potential employers.

Being prepared is the best way to make a good impression and get noticed. Think ahead and have a strategy. Future Me provides tips to help you make the most of your time, perfect your elevator pitch and make a great first impression.

Start preparing today Navigating careers fairs Find out more Research, Research, Research — Check out who is attending Find out more Prepare — The more you prepare the more confident you will feel.

Find out more Network - Making a good first impression when networking.

Find out more Follow-up Employers appreciate follow-up contact from those that they have met at the fair. Contact those ones that you felt that you had built up a good rapport with: it’s all part of how to impress the recruiter and make yourself stand out.

Top tips Research organisations that are attending in advance and prepare questions to ask.

If you are unsure, consider pairing up with a fellow student or come and see one of the Careers team.

Be prepared to discuss your experience and current studies.

Question you could ask What types of roles are there within your organisation?

What do you look for in a successful applicant?

What makes a good application or CV stand out?

What do you enjoy most about your role?

Please can I have your contact details? It would be great to find out more about...

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Get in touch If you have any questions or require further information please email us on careers@uos.ac.uk /UniofSuffolkCareers @UOS_StuServices

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Debbie Fields