Useful Information

Eclips
This is an excellent site with accurate information on over 1400 jobs including live labour market information and a wealth of impartial advice on education and employment choices. eCLIPS helps young people to make informed study and career decisions.
www.eclips-online.co.uk - Login using password: naisti27

 

Careers Companion
Another source of very useful information for all students, parents & carers. This is on the front page of the school website under the “Quick Links” tab.
https://bespoke.careercompanion.co.uk/libraries/index

 

Berkshire Opportunities
https://www.berkshireopportunities.co.uk/employers-and-educators/opportunities-for-you-to-share/

 

Employment

 

STFC - Science & Technology Facilities Council
Take a look at the apprenticeships being offered at Didcot & Oxfordshire:
https://www.careersportal.co.uk/UKRI-careers/jobs/search/2588464

Attend their Open Evening on 12th February at Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Oxford.
Register for a meeting with the teams here:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stfc-apprenticeship-open-evening-rutherford-appleton-laboratory-tickets-1105506873819

 

James Cowper Kreston – Apprenticeships in Accountancy & Business Advisory
If university isn’t the right choice for you, then their School Leavers Apprenticeship Programme offers a practical way to start a career in accountancy. Earn a competitive salary, gain valuable work experience, and achieve a professional qualification.

 

Apprenticeships in Insurance – Y13 Opportunity
Markel International is offering 18-month apprenticeships:

• Data Insights & Propositions Apprenticeship
• Compliance Apprenticeship
• Political Risk Underwriting Apprenticeship

Predicted 96 UCAS points required.
More info and application:
https://link.sanctuarygraduates.co.uk/MarkelInternationalMicrositeAppSchools

 

Dunelm Apprenticeships
A wide range of apprenticeships are now open in Retail, Supply Chain, Buying, Marketing, and more.
More info: https://www.dunelmcareers.com/our-roles/early-careers.aspx

 

Mars: Apprenticeships Apply Now
Mars offers multiple apprenticeship schemes across Operations, Engineering, Field Sales, and Digital.
Details: https://careers.mars.com/uk/en/apprenticeships

 

PwC: Flying Start Degree Programme
Earn a salary and a degree simultaneously with PwC’s programmes in Accounting or Business Management.
Details: https://www.pwc.co.uk/careers/early-careers/our-programmes/flying-start-degrees.html

 

Caterpillar: Apprenticeship Product Design & Development Engineer
Collaborating with WMG University of Warwick, Caterpillar offers hands-on experience.
Details: https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/VAC1000297014

 

Work Experience & Insight Events

 

Chiltern Training – Apprenticeships in Child Care & Business Administration
Open Evening: 13th February, 4 pm – 6 pm
Location: 20 Valpy Street, Reading RG1 1AR

 

Ernst & Young – Y12 Insight Day
Date: Friday 14th March
Time: 9 am – 4 pm
Location: EY, R+ Building, 2 Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1AZ
Register here: https://pages.beamery.eu/ey/page/reading-ey-explore-14-march-2025

 

Thales Insight Webinar
Date: 4th February
Details attached HERE and at bottom of page.

 

InvestIN Work Experience Programmes
Programs in Medicine, Investment Banking, Entrepreneurship, and Fashion (ages 12-18).
More info: https://investin.org/collections/weekend-programmes-1

 

BAE Systems: Engineering Work Experience
Week-long placements in Engineering or Business Administration.
Details: https://www.baesystems.com/en/careers/careers-in-the-uk/gaining-experience

 

College Information

 

Local College Open Days and Events
Details attached HERE and at the bottom of page.

 

Summer Schools

 

Dental Summer Schools (Y11 & Y12)
Free residential and online summer schools for students from under-represented backgrounds interested in STEM subjects and Dentistry.
Deadline: 9th February 2025
More info: https://studyinghealthcare.ac.uk/why-dentistry/dental-summer-schools/

 

Sheffield University Summer Schools

• Access to Sheffield Summer School: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/schools/programmes/summer-school
• Sutton Trust Summer School: https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/schools/partnerships/sutton-trust

 

University of Bristol Summer Schools

• Virtual Summer School: 27th – 29th May 2025
• Insight Into Bristol Summer School: 22nd – 25th July 2025

Apply by 9th March 2025:
https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/outreach/post-16/virtual-summer-school/

 

University Information

 

Bath University - Target Bath (Year 12)
Support programme for Year 12 students of Black heritage.
Details: https://www.bath.ac.uk/campaigns/target-bath/

 

University of Hertfordshire
Sport Taster Lecture on 28th January.
Register: https://www.herts.ac.uk/study/open-days-and-events/undergraduate-events/online-events

 

Swansea University Masterclass
Privacy vs. Public Interest - An exploration of celebrity privacy and legal protection.
Details: https://www.swansea.ac.uk/study/webinar-series/masterclass-series-registration/

 

The Lawyer Portal
Explore resources and events for aspiring law students.
https://www.thelawyerportal.com/