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  Spotlight on Careers Watch episodes Five good reasons to watch our free, high-quality careers content Explore a wide range of industries :  The videos cover a variety of industries, providing learners with an opportunity to explore career options they may not have considered before.  Insights from experts :  The videos feature insights from employers, education providers and role models, providing students with valuable information about what it takes to succeed in different careers, including the skills and qualifications required for various jobs. Engaging and interactive :  The videos are designed to be engaging and interactive, helping to bring careers education to life and make it more relevant to learners. Suitable for different settings :  At 20-45 minutes each, the videos can be used in lessons, tutor sessions, assemblies, or independently by learners.  Free and easy to access:  The videos are free to access and available instantly once registered.

  Friday Focus: UK Space Agency     Watch the video We are proud to sponsor a day in National Careers Week for the first time in our history. The UK Space Agency (UKSA) is an executive agency of the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy (BEIS) and provides technical advice on the government’s space strategy, supporting the UK space sector to deliver the government’s vision. Space is a part of everyday life. Satellites underpin our national economy, from agriculture and banking to aviation and shipping, and support our national security. Space science provides critical data to understand and address global challenges such as climate change, while missions to explore our solar system unite nations and advance humanity’s horizons.  Find lots of great resources to support your students' dreams of a career in the space industry on our Friday page, and on our organisation page too. You can find loads of great career stories, job profiles and more. Visit Our Friday Pag

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Next Steps for Year 12 A joint session with Bath, Cardiff, Keele, Lancaster, Warwick Online conferences on 11th March and 10thJune 2023 aimed at providing information, advice and guidance on what is available and how to apply.  These conferences include the following sessions: * the UCAS process and personal statements, * choosing a course and university, * applying to competitive universities, * panel sessions with admissions experts and current university students from each of the host universities. Details  

  Make the most of National Careers Week  If you haven't given your future much thought so far, National Careers Week is a great time to start asking yourself those big questions: 1. What is the Career Zone for me? From law and accountancy to science, healthcare and even animal welfare, there are loads of industries out there - each one with hundreds of career paths you could pursue. We call these industries "Career Zones" and  we've brought 33 of them together  on our website for you to explore. Check out what jobs you can find in each Career Zone and what you need to do to qualify for your dream profession. 2. Apprenticeship or university? These days,  apprenticeships  offer a real alternative if you want to train and gain qualifications in a paid job. In fact, with a  degree apprenticeship , you can even study for a university degree while earning a wage. However, for certain careers - particular medical professions, for example - you'll need to go to universit

  Essex Careers is our new all-age magazine to support your career path. Discover information on growing sectors, entry level routes and opportunities across Essex Edition 1 – February 2023 View the  digital version  to find out more about construction, health and social care and opportunities in South Essex.

The Defence Nuclear Enterprise (DNE) operates as a top-tier security organisation under the umbrella of the UK's Ministry of Defence. Their robust military forces and strategic partnerships with allies both home and overseas help maintain national security, advance our interests, and protect the prosperity of the UK. As one of the most fulfilling careers in the civil service, working for the government is an exceptional opportunity for school leavers looking to kickstart their working life. On Monday 13 th  March, between 5pm-6pm we will be hosting a virtual Insight Evening with DNE which will be largely focused on DNE's Diversity and Inclusion programmes within the workplace! This will also give you the chance to learn more about the defence industry, as well enabling you to gain some stimulating work experience as there will be an exclusive mini project for you to take part in, giving you an insight into the sort of thrilling projects DNE staff work on day-to-day!  DNE are a

  Download here “The UK’s creative industries generate more than £100bn a year and employ more than 2 million people” ~ The Creative Industries Council. Escape Studios   has thousands of Escapees (alumni) working throughout the creative industries. Read about their success stories and learn how to follow in their footsteps with this  Careers Guide . It’s packed with all the essential information needed to enter this ever-evolving industry full of opportunities. Including:  Industry-relevant information and role breakdowns, from  Runner  to  Creative Director .  Expected salaries and skill requirements needed to break into the industry.    Success stories from award-winning alumni working at amazing studios like  DNEG  and  The Third Floor . Career insights from industry-experienced tutors who have worked at  Disney ,  Warner Bros  and  Sony .

  Thursday Focus: Watch now EngineeringUK Inspiring Tomorrow's Engineers Our ambition is to inform and inspire young people and grow the number and diversity of tomorrow’s engineers. We support employers and the wider engineering community to achieve this collective aim and engage directly with schools via our outreach programmes. Visit our pages on the Virtual Careers Fair to get loads of excellent video content, and some fantastic downloads, including our brand new 'From idea to career' booklet. Visit Our Thursday Page Visit Our VCF Page  

Unifrog Next Steps Student Fair   For Students The Next Steps Fair is a free, unique opportunity for you to compare all your post-school/college options in one place. Hear from Sophie Pender, our keynote speaker, Forbes 30 under 30, and founder of the 93% Club and join live sessions with top UK universities like the University of Manchester and University of Warwick, plus big name employers and apprenticeship providers like the BBC and EY. Ask your questions on entry requirements and what a normal day in different industries looks like. When Wednesday 8 March @ 16:30 UK time Duration 2hrs 30 mins Sign up when logged into Unifrog  

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Register for our informational webinar to find out what it would be like to be part of a team that gets the right equipment to the right place, at the right time and in the right condition. Learn more about the 23 roles to choose from that come with RAF apprenticeships rated Outstanding by Ofsted, available in a broad and diverse range of careers including aviation operations, engineering, hospitality & catering and IT. REGISTER NOW  

  Wednesday Focus:   Careers Whether you’re deciding what to study, taking your exams, planning a career, or just curious, we’re here to explain the world of work, with advice from people who've found the right path for them. BBC Bitesize Careers

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Broadcast talks   Monday 6 th  March 10-10:45am National Careers Week:  My Career as a Scientist- Professor Nessa Carey, Scientist (academic and industrial) and Author   For KS3-5/S1-6 Nessa's path has been varied, showing that scientific expertise can find multiple outlets and opportunities. She left university where she was studying veterinary medicine and became a forensic scientist. Then studied a PhD before beginning a career in the industry. Join Nessa and find out what it's like to be a Scientist out of education and get a chance to ask her any questions you may have about the industry.   Click  here  to register Monday 6 th  March 11am-12pm Food for Thought Campaign:   Marcus Wareing, Chef-Owner of the one-Michelin-starred restaurant Marcus & Judge on MasterChef: The Professionals   For KS3-5/S1-6 We are very excited to announce a broadcast with Celebrity Chef and Judge on Masterchef: The Professionals with Marcus Wareing. Marcus is one of the most high profile and