Foundation Apprenticeships Information Evening – 21st April 2021 – 6:30pm

After the great success of the last event the Glasgow Consortium are hosting another Information Evening for Foundation Apprenticeships on the 21^st of April aimed at all S4 and S5 pupils!

The event will include a live presentation on the offering, they are going to have some employers speak who have experience with the FA student placements online and in person, to provide students and parents with confidence to find out more about the programme itself and the adaptations that have been made during the current government guidelines.  They will then offer a live Q&A session to give students and parents the opportunity to ask any questions about the programme. 

The Glasgow Consortium invite you to a Foundation Apprenticeships Information Evening.

This event will be held on Microsoft Teams and a link is included on your registration ticket.

Foundation Apprenticeships are a work-based learning opportunity for senior-phase secondary school pupils. You will spend time out of school at college or with a local employer, and complete the Foundation Apprenticeship alongside your other subjects like National 5s and Highers. It’s a chance to get valuable work experience and gain an industry recognised qualification. It also lets you try out a career you are interested in while you’re still at school.

The Glasgow consortium would like to invite you to attend The Foundation Apprenticeships Information Evening on Wednesday 21^st of April at 6:30pm.  The event will include a live presentation from Tracey Parker representing Glasgow Kelvin College, City of Glasgow College and Glasgow Clyde College and guest speakers representing employers invested in the FA programme to inform parents/carers and young people about the Foundation Apprenticeship opportunities available to Senior Phase school pupils in Glasgow in 2021.

The evening will conclude with a live Question & Answer session.

If you would like to attend the event, please register your details on the link below:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-glasgow-colleges-foundation-apprenticeships-information-evening-tickets-148753940039

Once Registered the link for the event can be found by clicking View Event Details on your confirmation ticket then Access the Event and then click The Glasgow FA Information Evening Microsoft Teams Link

If you have any issues registering for this event please speak with Mr McCarthy.

More top UK employers are now offering vital work experience opportunities that can help students develop those workplace skills that employers prize so highly.

Please apply as soon as possible to any listed below to have the best chance of accessing these wonderful opportunities.

 New Virtual Work Experience Opportunities Recruiting Now:

·        Army Headquarters Scotland – Morning

·        Army Headquarters Scotland – Afternoon

·       Dates: 18 May 2021 ( 9am – 12pm)

·       Eligibility: 15 – 19 year olds interested in learning about the skills and activities the army offers.

·       Application Deadline: 04 May 2021

·       Work in Nuclear: Virtual Work Experience at Dounreay

·       Date: Fridays 30 April – 21 May 2021(1pm – 3pm)

·       Eligibility: 14 – 19 year interested in the range of opportunities and roles available within the nuclear sector.

·       Application Deadline: 09 April 2021

·       Royal Air Force Careers Insight – Access All Areas

·       Royal Air Force Careers Insight – Access All Areas

·       Dates: 17 May & 18 May 2021 (10am – 3pm)

·       Eligibility: 15 – 19 year olds interested in finding out more about opportunities in the Royal Air Force.

·       Application Deadline: 20 April 2021

·       Virtual Work Experience with the national tourism board – VisitBritain/VisitEngland

·       Date: 2 – 4 June 2021 (10am – 3pm).

·       Eligibility: 16 – 19 year interested in learning what opportunities working in tourism could provide.

·       Application Deadline: 2 May 2021

·       BRINGING CONSTRUCTION TO YOU (Scotland & North England)

·       Dates: 10 – 12 May 2021

·       Eligibility: 15 – 19 year old with an interest in construction.

·       Application Deadline: 23 April 2021

·       A day with Greencoat Capital – The UK’s largest financial investor in renewable energy

·       Dates: 27 April 2021

·       Eligibility: 15 -19 year olds who are keen to gain insight into financial markets and the role that fund managers play

·       Application Deadline: 31 March 2021

·       National Grid – Thinking about a career in energy ?

·       Dates: 27 – 29 April 2021 (4pm – 5pm)

·       Eligibility: 16 – 19 year interested in employability opportunities at the National Grid.

·       Application Deadline: 8 April 2021

·       WGSN: The world’s #1 fashion trend forecaster

·       Date: 24 May 2021(4pm – 6pm).

·       Eligibility: 16 – 19 year olds interested in helping brands to stay relevant and secure their place in the future.

·       Application Deadline: 26 April 2021

·       Green Skills National Competition with Anglian Water

·       Dates: 26 May 2021 (09am till 15:00)

·       Eligibility: 14 – 19 year olds keen to fight climate change.

·       Application Deadline: 12 May 2021

·       M&S Insight Session – Understanding Social Action

·       Dates: 2 June2021 (10am – 11:30am)

·       Eligibility: 16 – 19 year interested in learning about social action and routes into M & S.

·       Application Deadline: 12 May 2021

·       Green Skills in Consulting & Construction with Jacobs

·       Dates: 28 April 2021

·       Eligibility: 15 – 19 year old with an aptitude for STEM subjects.

·       Application Deadline: 8 April 2021

For a full list of placements –  sign in here to search and apply.

If you have any questions about the placements or experience any issues signing in to your account, please do not hesitate to contact us at experience@speakersforschools.org.

Following a very successful recent webinar, SDS is hosting another webinar for parents of pupils in S4-S6 who are planning to leave school this year. It is running on Thursday 22 April, 6:30-7:15pm and will cover the SDS support available to these young people and how to help them make decisions.

More information and how to register can be found in the link below

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/school-leavers-help-for-parents-and-carers-tickets-147529955067

Cassiltoun Housing Association have exciting opportunities on offer through their Community Benefits programme in conjunction with one of their main contractors, Cruden Homes.

On offer are *PAID APPRENTICESHIPS* ranging from 12-24 month contracts and the possibility of being kept on upon successful completion.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS is 12pm Noon, Friday 2nd April.

The following apprenticeship opportunities are on offer:

• Bricklayers
• Joiners
• Painters
• Plumbers

Only the Plumber opportunity has an age restriction of 20 & under, the rest are open to ANY age.

Although there are no formal qualifications required, candidates will need to pass Cruden’s literacy and numeracy test.

Any pupil interested in applying should send a CV and covering letter outlining why you are interested in the  position to housing@cassiltoun.org.uk. Cassiltoun HA will shortlist the applicants and pass them to Cruden for progression to the next stage.

Start date is 9th August.

If any pupil requires assistance with their application, please contact Agata, the Trinity Careers Adviser, on:

Tel: 01698 688 954

Mobile: 0777 067 8028

agata.swiderska@sds.co.uk

Alternatively, you can speak with Mr McCarthy for further advice and assistance.

Good luck!

There’s just over one week left to apply for an ICE Scotland Into Civil Engineering Award. Applications are open to young people applying for a college or university course in civil engineering starting September/October this year and they could be awarded £4500 per year for up to 4 years.

 Previous award winners have said;

 “Receiving the award enabled me to achieve things that I wouldn’t have otherwise had the opportunity to on my own. I was lucky enough to study a year abroad in Malaysia where the award allowed me to travel to countries all around Asia and take in experiences I never expected to have at university. The award was most beneficial in my studies where I was able to focus on studying without having to juggle employment at the same time. I am extremely grateful for the opportunities this award has given me and would urge anyone thinking about a career in civil engineering to apply”.

and

“The Into Civil Engineering Award has given me much appreciated financial support throughout my degree course. It has reduced the pressure on my family and myself. The award has…been a great opportunity to make connections and gather links which should help me in my future career”

If this is of interest to anyone, please check the attached details and complete the application form below. This should be returned to lynn.dow@ice.org.uk by 31^st March.

Into Civil Engineering Details 2021 (2)

2021 Into Civil Engineering application form (2)

As part of the My World of Work Live programme, they are offering virtual Meet the Expert sessions for young people.

Experts from a range of sectors are taking part in the 40-minute sessions where young people will get the chance to gain valuable insight to the role.

Here’s a list of what’s coming up:

• 17 March 2021 – Virtual Meet the Expert: Fife Fabrication Ltd, Engineering Services – Hear from Managing Director John (who started off as an apprentice) and current Modern Apprentice, Hannah.
• 18 March 2021- Virtual Meet The Expert – Orbex – Space industries – Learn all about the exciting opportunities in Scotland in the space industry! Could you be working on launching satellites in the future?
• 23 March 2021 – Virtual Meet the Expert: Investment 20/20, Aberdeen Standard Investments and Franklin Templeton Learn more about Investment Management and ask our experts about their day to day tasks.
• 25 March 2021 – Virtual Meet the Expert – NHS – Healthcare Support Worker – Learn more about this vital role and ask our experts on how their roles support all aspects of the healthcare system.

 Log in and find out what it’s like to work in these industries from the experts. Information can also be found on the School Careers Google Classroom.

Check out the Careers Google Classroom for more details on all NHS Apprenticeships.

They include:

Modern Apprenticeship Vacancies

Live Vacancies

MA Practitioner Clinical Technologist Medical Equipment Management (Electronic Engineering) 

MA Joiner (Craftsperson)

MA Plumber (Craftsperson)

MA Mechanical Fitter (Craftsperson)

MA Electrician (Craftsperson)

Modern Apprenticeship Programme

What are you recruiting for?

We will begin advertising Apprenticeship opportunities in a range of disciplines from March 2021.

Live Vacancies – Click to view 

• Apprentice Practitioner Clinical Technologist -Medical Equipment Management
• Apprentice Plumber (Craftsperson) – Estates Team
• Apprentice Joiner (Craftsperson) – Estates Team
• Apprentice Electrician (Craftsperson) – Estates Team
• Apprentice Mechanical Fitter (Craftsperson)  – Estates Team

Our second phase of recruitment for 2021 will include:

• Apprentice Trainee Dental Nurses
• Apprentice Trainee Pharmacy Technicians

Vacancy Information Sessions

We will be hosting  a number of on line information sessions about our vacancies. These information sessions are your opportunity to find out more about the NHSGGC Apprenticeship Programme, learn more about the department you will be working in and to meet our teams.

You can book your space at a session once your chosen vacancy goes live.

How do I find out when you are recruiting?

Keep checking this website or join our mailing list for vacancy alerts when posts go live.

Click the link below to hear what it’s like to work for the NHS as an Apprentice.

https://youtu.be/mqmJIYs0p30

Visit STV Careers to find a range of  creative media and IT support opportunities.

Be aware some of the closing dates are during Apprenticeship Week, 01 March-05 March 2021

STV is Scotland’s home of news and entertainment.

People are at the heart of our business and our aim is to be a magnet for creative talent and an agile, creative and fun place to work.

Creativity and innovation are key to our success and we offer exciting career opportunities for talented people across a wide range of roles.

If you believe you have what it takes to play a part in our future success, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply for any of the roles listed below, please send a copy of your CV, detailing any relevant experience and qualifications, to hr@stv.tv. Please ensure that the subject line of the email contains the job title you are applying for. Alternatively, you can use the email hr@stv.tv button within each job description.

Design Intern (12 months Fixed Term Contract) (Glasgow)

Closing date: 05 March 2021

STV Creative are STV’s award-winning creative agency. Our in-house division work closely with STV’s marketing team to deliver big idea based marketing campaigns that bring our brand to life. We also provide brand support and guidance across the wider STV business.We have an exciting opportunity for a 12 month paid internship within our design team, working across a variety of projects and briefs.

IT Support Assistant (Glasgow)

Closing date: 07 March 2021

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an IT Support Assistant to join us on a 4 month fixed term contract. The IT function at STV strives to ensure that our technology and systems run efficiently and helps develop new processes in response to changing business requirements. Based in Glasgow this role will be responsible for assisting with the Office 365 rollout across the business.

Trainees in Scripted Drama, Glasgow (Glasgow)

Closing date: 08 March 2021

Are you looking to kickstart your career in the media? Do you have a passion for TV drama? Do you identify as disabled, coming from an under represented ethnicity or from a lower socio-economic background? Then the paid trainee roles on our new drama production might be for you. STV Studios are looking for 3 trainees to join the team on SCREW, a new 6 part drama series we are producing for Channel 4, shooting in Glasgow from May 2021. The full time paid training roles will run for between 6-12 weeks (dependent on department) between April and July 2021, and will be based in Glasgow.

Junior Creative (Glasgow)

Closing date: 5 March 2021

STV Creative is looking for a passionate, hardworking Junior Creative to join our award winning team. If you love coming up with ideas for advertising then this is where to do it. We deliver razor sharp campaigns for our clients that cut through and stand out in the Scottish marketplace. TV is our bread and butter, but we work across a range of STV platforms and beyond: spot advertising, channel sponsorship, digital, experiential, print and OOH. We are experts in STV and use our insider knowledge to help clients harness the power of our platforms and our huge advertising reach. Sound interesting? Keep reading . .

Team Assistant (Glasgow)

Closing date: 9 March 2021

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Team Assistant to join the Commercial Team on a 9 month Fixed Term Contract to provide a professional, organised and efficient sales support service to the STV West Business Development Director and Sales Team.

School Leavers Chartered Accountant Programme