Upcoming Events

Lloyds Banking Business & Entrepreneurship Event

Tuesday 4th March, 5–6pm (Zoom)

Lloyds Banking Group is at the forefront of the banking and financial services
sector, committed to innovation and diversity all whilst helping businesses grow. This event is perfect for Year 12 and 13 students interested in setting up their own business and offering a glimpse into the opportunities and pathways available as an entrepreneur.

During this 1-hour session we will do a deep dive into what it takes to become an entrepreneur and how to set up your own business. You will hear from some very successful entrepreneurs from across the bank and how they have grown their side hustles whilst at work as well as Dan Miller, CEO and Founder of the Young Professionals brand.

Here’s what you’ll gain:

• Top skills of an entrepreneur
• How to grow, scale and set up a business
• The importance coming up with an idea and a business plan
• How to access business funding when starting out
• Open Q&A with Dan Miller and business leaders from across the bank

To register, click here.

Horticultural Industry Taster Sessions and work experience

Discover the exciting world of careers in horticulture through a Taster Session at one of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) gardens. Students can gain first-hand experiences of the workplace though:

• Attending a bespoke taster day
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• Shadowing employees during a 1-week work experience placement
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• Signing up for regular youth volunteering sessions to gain practical skills and a better understanding of how a public garden and visitor attraction is run.
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• In addition, the RHS offers a number of apprenticeship opportunities.
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PwC Females of the Future Insight Day Event

Tuesday 11th March, 2–5pm, Manchester

This is a great opportunity for Year 12 female students interested in a career in Business and Accounting to have the chance to come into the PwC Manchester offices to take part in workshops, network with their team, gain a greater understanding of what a career in the industry could look like, and learn about PwC’s
Degree Apprenticeship programmes.

PwC is one of the Big Four professional services firms, supporting businesses across audit, tax and consulting. Their Apprenticeship programmes offer a fully funded pathway into the industry, allowing you to earn while you learn and gain real-world experience at a globally recognised firm.

This event is designed to inspire and empower the next generation of female
professionals by providing valuable career insights, networking opportunities, and practical guidance on the next steps in your career journey.

To apply, click here.

Sellafield work experience opportunity

This is something for Year 12 students to think ahead when applying for work placements in the new year.

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is one of Europe’s largest research organisations supporting scientists and engineers and running experiments around the UK and worldwide. Activities carried out cover a wide range of science, engineering and technology, including materials
science, engineering and instrumentation, particle physics, space science, accelerator-based technologies, information technology and computer
science.

Daresbury Laboratory, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory and UK Astronomy Technology Centre offer work experience placements to students each year, many from local schools and around the country. As far as possible they are placed depending on their interests indicated on the
application form.

This website provides more details about the programme in general.

Year 13 NHS Finance Insights placement scheme

The NHS Finance Insights placement scheme offers paid work experience in NHS organisations to individuals aged 18 and above, who do not plan to attend university and come from low-income families.

The scheme aims to attract diverse talent from local communities served by the NHS into the finance sector. It provides a 12-month experience in an entry-level (band 2) finance role, allowing candidates to develop new skills and gain on-the-job work experience. Upon completion of the placement, each candidate should feel well-prepared to apply for NHS opportunities, including apprenticeships or other entry-level roles, and be confident in transitioning to professional working environments.

To find out more about entry requirements and download the scheme brochure, click here.

Barratt Developments Higher & Degree Apprenticeships 

Could you help build the homes of tomorrow? Barratt’s higher-tier apprenticeships are a great alternative to full-time university study. Explore your potential in the construction, quantity surveying, technical or real estate side of the industry.

As a Higher or Degree Apprentice, you’ll be supported in your learning from day one. And you’ll never be short of career advice.

Barratt combines real-world projects with part-time university study and professional development training. You’ll earn qualifications that’ll come in useful throughout your entire career.

To get more information download the e-brochure by clicking here.

To read the January 2024, Apprenticeships newsletter, click here.

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