PwC 2023 School and College Leaver opportunities open for applications

We’re delighted to let you know that our 2023 School and College Leaver opportunities are now open and we have many routes through which your students can join us.

 

If you have students looking for opportunities to join us straight from school or college, our full-time School and College Leaver programmes are designed to help them develop their business skills through real client work, while also completing formal training and studying towards qualifications. Explore these opportunities here. https://www.pwc.co.uk/careers/early-careers/our-programmes/join-us-from-school.html

 

Perhaps your students are looking for an opportunity where they can gain a degree and begin their career. Our Flying Start degree programmes offer the opportunity to kick-start a career and go to university at the same time. You can find out more about these here. https://www.pwc.co.uk/careers/early-careers/our-programmes/flying-start-degrees.html

 

Encourage your students to attend our upcoming Virtual Classroom event series where they can learn more about our opportunities, gain top tips for the application process, and find support in writing their UCAS personal statement. We’re also hosting a parent and teacher session to support you to understand professional apprenticeships. Find out more about our upcoming events including our Virtual Classroom series and register here. https://www.careersschools.pwc.co.uk/event-search/

 

Visit our early careers website to explore the different options and apply here. https://www.pwc.co.uk/careers/early-careers.html

 

Insight Webinars with IBM & PwC

• Hear from current apprentices
• Learn more about the organisation and company culture
• Discover apprenticeship opportunities
• PLUS a Q&A session, where you'll be able to ask questions directly to their recruitment teams

IBM Apprenticeships Insight Webinar

12 October 2022 at 6.30-7.15pm

This is aimed at students in years 10 to 13 & parents

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ibm-apprenticeships-webinar-tickets-410313397417?aff=odeimcmailchimp&goal=0_f09eb3b2c8-9651a87956-211995373&mc_cid=9651a87956&mc_eid=7a807bdecc

 

PwC Women in STEM

19 October 2022 at 6.30-7.15pm

This is aimed at parents, career leaders, and students who identify as female in years 10 to 13

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/women-in-stem-at-pwc-tickets-410462593667?aff=odeimcmailchimp&goal=0_f09eb3b2c8-9651a87956-211995373&mc_cid=9651a87956&mc_eid=7a807bdecc

 

EDT (Engineering Development Trust) STEM Opportunities for students

To learn more about all our Programmes and Industrial Cadets levels and to have a look at this year’s programme please click here. https://dd233f6a-c442-4437-a8e1-9e42987b6020.filesusr.com/ugd/4517c8_7da96fbcf6934b4db7a550d5c1a7fdb3.pdf

Webinar: Insight into EDT - Opportunities for students

Date: Tuesday 20th September 2022

Time: 4:00pm - 5:00 pm

 

Registration link https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_W0POwyx7STKyvA5TfxwLtg

For more information: www.etrust.org.uk

 

Careers & University Fair 11^th & 12^th November

Book your free trip to the unmissable event for 15-19-year-olds today! What University? & What Career? Live returns to London Olympia on 11 & 12 November.  Ensure your students are fully equipped to make decisions about their future with access to a wide range of exhibitors including the UK's leading universities and apprenticeship providers all under one roof.

Visitors will be able to speak to representatives one-to-one, as well as careers advisors, CV experts and more! https://news-notgoingtouni.co.uk/4CV9-1EOHT-127B1P-187QMS-1/c.aspx

 

Invitation to Crash BMAT Course

The PotMed BMAT Intensive is a half-day crash course organised by Imperial College London’s Muslim Medics student society. The course is aimed at any students who will be sitting the BMAT examination in October.

The course will consist of students from Imperial College London leading interactive teaching sessions covering each individual section of the BMAT. We will provide advice on how to tackle each section, timed mock questions, answers and explanations.

Event Details

Date: Sunday 2nd October 2022

Time: 09:00 – 13:30

Location: Zoom

Event Page: https://fb.me/e/3Y7rJPMLk

Ticket Link: bit.ly/potmed22-23 (£5)

A Zoom link to attend the event will be emailed to all those who have registered/purchased a ticket nearer to the event date.

 

Agenda

We will start promptly at 9am.

• 9:00-9:15 – Overview of the BMAT and how medical schools use it
• 9:15-10:30 – Section 1
• 10:30-10:40 – Break
• 10:40-11:55 – Section 2
• 11:55-12:05– Break
• 12:05-13:20 – Section 3
• 13:20-13:30 – Q&A with PotMed team

*We are able to offer a limited number of free tickets, on a first-come-first-serve basis, to students who meet at least one of the following criteria. If a student is eligible, they should not purchase a ticket via the link and contact us first at mmpotmed@imperial.ac.uk with supporting evidence.

• In receipt of free school meals
• In receipt of the 16-19 bursary
• Attend a non-selective state school and both parents have not attended university
• Enrolled on the Imperial WATCCH programme

 

If you have any questions, please free to contact us at mmpotmed@imperial.ac.uk.

 

NHS Allied Healthcare Virtual Work Experience - 2^nd October

The NHS Allied Healthcare Work Experience successfully invited 12,000 students to participate in the last academic year, making it the largest programme for students who are specifically interested in the following careers:

• Nursing
• Midwifery
• Paramedicine
• Physiotherapy
• Occupational Therapy
• Dietetics
• Radiography
• Prosthetics and Orthotics
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Pharmacy

Applications for this programme are now open, and they will be open throughout this academic year, with the first programme taking place on the 2nd October!

Students can enrol here: https://alliedhealthmentor.org/product/live-virtual-work-experience-programme/

During the work experience day, students will follow 2 patients from their initial presentation to recovery. Students will observe the healthcare professionals as they interact with the patients and each other. They will have an opportunity to ask questions and gain knowledge through teaching.

This will help students to make an informed career decision about their career and give them the opportunity to learn about how healthcare professionals work together as part of a multidisciplinary team. Each work experience day is completely different and students will be able to build on their knowledge of NHS careers as they see different patient cases and healthcare professionals work in a variety of settings, such as hospital and community.

Students will also receive certificates as evidence of having participated in the work experience programme. Those that complete the entire 5-month programme will be awarded a Highly Commended Reference from the Presidents of Medic Mentor.  Students can register individually through the website link below. Places are £10 a day to cover administrative costs and run the tech on the day. Schools can also register groups online.

You can learn more and your students can register for the programme

here: https://alliedhealthmentor.org/nhs-healthcare-careers-virtual-work-experience/

 

Doctors Live – Surgery Live

My name is Veronica, and I am a doctor working for the NHS. I am emailing you from DoctorsLive. We are a group of doctors passionate about inspiring the next generation of students in Medicine, Nursing, and Allied Health Professions. We are thrilled to announce that our popular SugeryLive course is back this academic year. The online course gives a student an immersive insight into the world of Surgery and what it's like to be in the operating room. Students also get their own suturing kit through the post to learn how to suture.

The course is suitable for all students aged 14 and above and counts towards virtual work experience. Certificates will be provided for participation. Below are some further details:

• SurgeryLive - Virtual Surgical Theatre Operating Experience - Saturday 1st October 2022
• Our SurgeryLive course is an innovative and interactive virtual course that gives students a real glimpse of what it's like to be a surgeon in an operating theatre, delivered by practicing NHS surgeons.

The day course includes:

1. A glimpse into the day-to-day life of a surgeon
2. Solving real-life surgical cases, including history taking and anonymized scans
3. Live virtual operations - showing step by step how common surgeries are carried out
4. Learning how to suture with a live follow-along demo (students will be sent their own suturing kit, the same ones used by medical students and doctors)
5. A chance for students to interact with practicing surgeons and doctors

For more information and to enrol please visit the link below:

https://doctorslive.co.uk/surgerylive/

 

Veronica Barry - MBChB MRCS | NHS Doctor

E: info@doctorslive.co.uk / W: www.doctorslive.co.uk

 

INVESTIN: Various WX Opportunities

INVESTIN have launched their autumn term career opportunities which are available in 19 cutting-edge industries. Students will learn directly from some of the world's best professionals - doctors, lawyers, engineers, investment bankers and more - through a series of live, interactive simulations which provide tailor-made professional experience to ages 12-18: 

https://investin.org/collections/our-programmes?filter.p.m.product_filters.age=Ages+15-18

 

PREMED: Medical WX

Medical work experience with Premed Projects in the UK or Thailand will give you hospital work experience like no other. Premed Projects arranges hospital work experience in UK hospitals and Thailand hospitals for aspiring healthcare students. Students join for a 1 or 2 week hospital work experience, 1 day, or weekend projects, visiting hospitals and medical schools, learning about life as a healthcare professional:

https://www.premedprojects.co.uk/

 

FUJITSU: WX 24 October - 7 November

Fujitsu is one of the world's largest IT service providers - but what do they actually do? This programme will open Fujitsu's doors and let you see inside. You'll discover smart cities and try your hand at quantum computing. 

https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/fujitsu-workx

 

JLL AND META: Real Estate WX 24 October - 4 November

You’ve probably heard of ‘real estate’, but do you know what it means? In this virtual work experience programme, JLL and Meta will introduce you to the world of real estate and the exciting opportunities within it. Through the lens of written, interactive and video content, you’ll work through a series of online modules to build your understanding of this industry...

https://www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/building-your-future

 

TechGirl 2022 Competition

Applications are now open to find the next TechGirl 2022! A competition for ambitious girls aged 16-18 years old that will inspire and accelerate more females into leadership positions in the tech sector. The winners attend an event at Tottenham Hotspur’s FC on Oct 18th and are introduced to a mentor (see attachment), made up of the UK's most influential female technology leaders.

Closing date is 30 September 2022

 

Aviation Scholarships

The Air League:                                                

Instagram: @TheAirLeague                        

Website: https://www.airleague.co.uk/flying-scholarships

                                                               

The Honourable Company of Air Pilots:

Instagram: @YoungAirPilots                       

Website: https://www.airpilots.org/scholarships/flying-scholarships/

                                                               

Fantasy Wings:                                

Instagram: @FantasyWingsUK                  

Website: https://www.fantasywings.co.uk/

 

Career Magazine for Parents/Guardians

The latest issue of Careermag for Parents is here to help parents, carers and guardians to support their young people along the way!

 

This issue sponsored by NOCN and supported by PiXL, Get the Jump and many more covers lots of tips for post 16 and 18 options, the UCAS application key dates, talking careers with your children and much more!

https://careermap.co.uk/careermag-parents-carers-guardians/

 

Careers in Technology - Thursday 22nd September, from 5:00pm - 7:00pm.

Join us for our kick-off Technology Event of the Season! Meet with world-leading employers whilst taking part in some incredible workshops. You will also discover all the latest Work Experience, Apprenticeship and Insight Events on offer this year!

We have added 2 more employers to the lineup since the last time we shared it with you with Capgemini and Willis Towers Watson joining PwC, Goldman Sachs, BT and World Wide Technology. It's set to be a fantastic event with a range of senior level speakers running various technology focused presentations and workshops.

 

Here is the registration link: https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/Technology-Event-2022

 

Speakers4Schools

Here is the upcoming live broadcasts schedule. Live broadcasts are a great way for students to hear directly from leading figures from a range of industries, and have the opportunity to ask questions via a moderated Q&A.

https://www.speakersforschools.org/inspiration/vtalks/upcoming-vtalks/

 

Opportunity for students aged 11 – 15 years

Narrative Research Survey

Researchers at City, University of London are investigating spoken narrative skills in young people aged 11-15 years. We are looking for participants to take part in our online study - this involves joining a 1 hour Zoom assessment session with a researcher, and in return, participants will receive a £5 Amazon voucher, a certificate, and entry into our prize draw. more details, or visit our website about the study: www.explainingclearly.wordpress.com

 

Anna Harvey - Speech and Language Therapist

PhD student (City, University of London)

anna.harvey@city.ac.uk / 07434649897

 

Norland – Free Babysitting Online Courses - On Demand

This free online course is a brief introduction to the wonderful world and potential of babysitting. It has been designed for teenagers and young adults who are thinking about offering babysitting services for the first time.

https://onlinecourses.norland.ac.uk/courses/course-v1:NorlandCollege+OC0001+2021_Run1/about

 

 

College Information

Reading & Bracknell College - recent school leavers opportunities

We hope that your recent school leavers were happy with their GCSE results and are comfortable with the next stage of their education. However, if you are aware of any of your school leavers who are yet to choose a course or college, or perhaps are reconsidering whether school sixth form is right for them, we are offering ‘Clearing’ sessions at our colleges. These sessions will take place throughout September and will allow students to have a chat with subject specialist tutors who can help them decide on what the next steps could be. For more information and to book an appointment click on the links below or contact us on 0800 612 6008.  It’s not too late to apply, as we still have places available to start this term:

 

Bracknell & Wokingham :  https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/BracknellandWokinghamCollegeClearing2022@ActivateLearning.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

 

Reading College:

https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ReadingCollegeClearing2022@ActivateLearning.onmicrosoft.com/bookings/

 

University Information

USA College Day - London

23^rd & 24^th September

• Students can meet 120+ American universities at this fair
• Students can explore studying in the USA and their options

Venue: ILEC Conference Centre, London (47 Lillie Road, SW6 1UD)

Tickets: must be booked in advance. FREE to those who register.

View confirmed exhibitors on our website: https://www.fulbright.org.uk/events/who-will-be-at-college-day-2022

Register now for free tickets!  https://www.fulbright.org.uk/events/usa-college-day-2022

 

City, University of London:

City, University of London has six specialist Schools made up of excellent academic departments, faculties, and research centres. These include: Bayes Business School, The City Law School, School of Science & Technology, School of Health & Psychological Sciences, School of Communication & Creativity and the School of Policy & Global Affairs.

 

With the new academic year, we are especially excited to welcome Urdang, the prestigious performing arts school to City, which has joined our School of Communication & Creativity. You can find out more about the range of courses we offer on our courses webpage or by following the button below. https://www.city.ac.uk/prospective-students/courses?utm_source=UK+Recruitment&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=13466119_Schools+Liaison+Termly+Newsletter+September+2022&utm_content=City+Website+%27Courses%27&dm_i=O4X%2C80MIV%2CSYRFVR%2CWSJB1%2C1

 

University of Hertfordshire - Upcoming virtual events

Join us at the University of Hertfordshire to have your questions answered. Be inspired by taster lectures, industry talks, masterclasses.

• Getting started: The application process

29 September 2022, 16:30 - 17:15

• Nutrition & Dietetics: Do you know what you are eating?

05 October 2022, 17:00 - 18:00

• Geography & Environment: Probably the best subjects in the world!

06 October 2022, 17:00 - 18:00

• Personal Statements: How to write an excellent one

06 October 2022, 16:30 - 17:15

• Philosophy Masterclass: Meditations on Descartes

13 October 2022, 17:00 - 18:00

• Parent/Guardian information evening: Application & student finance

20 October 2022, 19:00 - 19:45

• Study skills: Academic writing and referencing

27 October 2022, 16:30 - 17:15

• Nutrition & Dietetics: How do you know you are healthy?

02 November 2022, 17:00 - 18:00

• Geography & Environment: Green Belts

03 November 2022, 17:00 - 18:00

• Study skills: Research Methods

10 November 2022, 16:30 - 17:15

Find out more and book any of the above events on our website. https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/open-days/undergraduate-events/virtual-events

 

 

University Centre Sparsholt – Open Day 081022

Sparsholt is one of the leading providers of undergraduate courses for the land, environment and conservation.  Registrations are now open for University Centre Sparsholt’s next open event on Saturday 8 October 2022. This is an on campus, in person event.

To attend, your students will need to register for the event as soon as possible here: https://www.sparsholt.ac.uk/ucs-opendays/

 

Phil Allen - Schools Liaison & Outreach Co-ordinator

Sparsholt College Group (incorporating Andover College, University Centre Sparsholt & Sparsholt College Services) Sparsholt | Winchester | Hampshire | SO21 2NF

Direct Line: 01962 797563

Sparsholt Reception: 01962 776441 | Andover Reception: 01264 360000

Email: phil.allen@sparsholtcollegegroup.ac.uk |web: www.sparsholt.ac.uk and www.andover.ac.uk