Careers Bulletin 12 December
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Here is this week’s edition of the weekly Careers Bulletin; it will only be useful if students are proactive! Please take a look at the opportunities that are of interest to you. If you need any help, please pop into the Careers Office which is in the Business Block or simply drop me an email:
ewooller@littleheath.org.uk
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
Berkshire Opportunities https://www.berkshireopportunities.co.uk/employers-and-educators/opportunities-for-you-to-share/
Student Finance – Martin Lewis
The five things students need to know.
https://blog.moneysavingexpert.com/2025/09/five-student-need-to-knows/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR61KGBkvS3ccXcmQGniCe31MoRTEE9-gdQ3BGt8NXiGfyFJD1X_38vvP7lmgQ_aem_uEv1UD4IPEVMmNG99I-12w
Medics & Lawyers
The Medic Portal is a renowned resource for aspiring medical students, offering comprehensive preparation for UCAT, BMAT, and medical school interviews. It's recognized for its quality support and proven track record, having assisted thousands of applicants each year. With a wide array of courses, tutoring, and free resources, The Medic Portal is dedicated to helping students navigate the challenging journey of medical school admissions.
https://www.themedicportal.com/
The Lawyer Portal is a comprehensive resource for individuals considering a career in law. It offers a wide range of information and services, including guides on different pathways into the legal profession, workshops, and events like mock trials and summer schools. The portal is in partnership with key legal institutions such as the Law Society, the Bar Council, and CILEx, and is supported by The University of Law. It's designed to assist aspiring legal professionals at every stage, from students to practicing lawyers, providing them with the tools and knowledge necessary to succeed in the legal field.
https://www.thelawyerportal.com/
Employment
Higher & Degree Apprenticeships – Updated Live Listing
https://www.amazingapprenticeships.com/higher-degree-listing/
Mishcon de Reya: Solicitor Apprenticeships - Recruiting Now
Mishcon de Reya is a prominent, independent, full-service law firm based in London, known for its high-profile, complex, and cross-border work, advising dynamic individuals and businesses in areas like Corporate, Dispute Resolution, Real Estate, Private Wealth, and Employment law.
The Mishcon Solicitor Apprenticeship is a six year Level 7 programme at the end of which you will qualify as a solicitor. All of your tuition fees will be paid and you will earn a salary whilst you are studying for your degree, undertaking training and gaining your qualification.
https://www.mishcon.com/careers/solicitor-apprenticeships
IBM: Consulting Public Sector Digital & Technology Solutions Degree Apprenticeship - Recruiting
IBM is a leading global technology company that helps organisations transform their businesses with innovative solutions and expertise. We are seeking a highly motivated and ambitious individual to join our Consulting business as a Digital and Technology Solutions Degree Apprentice. You
will be working at IBM on a Public Sector client facing project. You will also spend some of your time studying for your Digital and Technology Solutions degree apprenticeship at one of IBM’s university partners.
https://ibmglobal.avature.net/en_US/careers/JobDetail?jobId=79550&source=WEB_Search_EMEA
Unilever: Apprenticeships - Recruiting Now
Unilever are a global company with a global purpose – ‘to brighten everyday life for all’. With a history of over 100 years, and now as global business leaders, they are known for their brands and their belief that doing business the right way drives superior performance. They offer office
based Business and Technology roles or if you are looking to get stuck into the world of Research & Development from a lab, they offer those too. Their programmes range from Level 3 – 6 and cross a wide variety of functions including Finance, Sales, Marketing, HR, R&D, Supply Chain and Technology.
Nestle: Advanced, Higher and Degree Apprenticeships – Recruiting Now
Nestle apprenticeships offer a distinctive route to both education and career growth. They offer a range of programmes — from Advanced Apprenticeships (Level 3) to Higher Apprenticeships (Level 4) and Degree Apprenticeships (Level 6). Each combines academic study with practical, on-the-job experience, allowing you to earn a salary while working towards a nationally recognised qualification.
Earn, learn, and grow — with real experience, in-demand skills, and no student debt!
https://www.nestle.co.uk/en-gb/jobs/nestle-academy/apprenticeships
Leonardo: Apprenticeships - Recruiting Now
Each year, Leonardo seeks to attract enthusiastic people to join one of their highly regarded apprenticeships programmes. They are a large employer of engineering, business, and cyber apprentices in the UK, with over 400 graduates and apprentices in training at different facilities across the country. Many of the company’s senior leaders began their careers as apprentices, and a significant number of apprentices go on to undertake degrees and achieve graduate status. Various opportunities open across the UK.
https://careers.uk.leonardo.com/gb/en/early-careers/apprenticeships/opportunities
JCB: Engineering Degree Apprenticeship - Recruiting Now
JCB engineers are hard at work redesigning the landscape of agriculture and construction vehicles. This includes a new hydrogen engine that will help drive us towards a zero carbon future. Innovation is vital and that’s what makes engineering at JCB so exciting. You’ll follow the journey of one of their products from the initial idea to the design stage, build, test and ultimately arrive at the finished article. Rotating around the business on six-month placements such as Design, Development, Electrical, Research and more, you’ll settle into a specific department for the final part of your programme. There’s also an opportunity to do a three-month commercial placement outside the business to give you a completely rounded view of a career in engineering. The programme combines on-the- job and off-the-job training, and blocks of days where you’ll study at
university.
https://earlycareers.jcb.com/l6-engineering-degree
Law Opportunities – Trowers & Hamlins (An award-winning international law firm)
Solicitor Apprenticeship (Y13/S5/S6)
Locations: Birmingham, Exeter, London, Manchester
Start: Sep 2026 | Assessment Centres: Mar 2026
Eligibility:
128 UCAS points (ABB) from top 3 A-Levels
6 GCSEs (Grade 6/B+ in English & Maths)
Salary: £23k regional | £26k London
Application deadline: 20 Feb 2026
More info https://uptree.co/opportunities/trowers-hamlins/1079539088/
Online Application Masterclass (Y13/S5/S6)
Date & Time: Tue 27 Jan, 4:30–6:00 PM
Who: Students eligible for the apprenticeship
Agenda: Icebreaker, firm intro, apprenticeship overview, recruitment stages, Q&A
Register: https://uptree.co/events/trowers-hamlins/1391288719/
Insights Webinar (Y12/S4/S5)
Date & Time: Tue 2 Jun, 4:30–5:30 PM
Who: Year 12 students interested in law apprenticeships
Details: Intro to Trowers & Hamlins, routes to qualification
Register: https://uptree.co/events/trowers-hamlins/3356257766/
These opportunities provide excellent insight into the legal profession and pathways into a solicitor career. Please encourage interested students to apply early.
South Eastern Rail - Opportunities
Why rail deserves a second look
Earn while you learn: Apprenticeships mean students get a wage, real experience, and nationally recognised qualifications — no debt, no waiting.
Solid pay & progression: Did you know qualified train drivers can earn £50k–£70k+? And that’s just one pathway — engineering, technology, customer service, and leadership roles all offer brilliant long-term prospects.
Secure futures: With an ageing workforce and a national skills shortage, rail is crying out for fresh talent. Students who join now are stepping into a future-proof career.
Not just “train people”: Rail careers are diverse — from tech-savvy engineers to people-focused station managers, there’s something for every interest.
Career Pathways with Southeastern
- Southeastern offers a wide variety of apprenticeships and early career roles, so there’s something to suit different skills and passions:
- Train Driver Apprenticeships – one of the most popular routes, with excellent pay and responsibility.
- Engineering & Fleet – keeping trains safe, reliable, and running smoothly.
- Customer Operations – station staff, on-board managers, and conductors who are the face of Southeastern.
- Operational Support – from signalling to safety and planning.
- Business & Leadership – apprenticeships in planning, HR, IT, finance, and future management roles.
Who it’s perfect for:
- Students who like solving problems and thinking on their feet
- Reliable, punctual types (vital for safety-critical roles)
- Great communicators and natural team players
- Hands-on tinkerers who love STEM and technology
- People-focused students who want to make a difference every day
What students can do now:
- Focus on GCSEs in Maths and English (and Science/IT if they’re keen on engineering)
- Join STEM clubs or teamwork projects to build problem-solving skills
- Get part-time customer service experience — retail or hospitality is perfect
- Build a simple skills CV and practise scenario-based questions
- Explore Southeastern’s apprenticeship opportunities online and set job alerts Please see attached poster
INSIGHT EVENTS & WORK EXPERIENCE
BioGrad Education: Summer School Courses - Medical
These courses are suitable for pupils aged 16-19 who are currently studying towards their A Levels/IB. They allow you to 'test-drive' your chosen career as well as provide working experience and topics for discussion during university interviews.
https://www.biograd.co.uk/a-level-courses-biograd.php
RSM: Work Experience - Paid
A paid two-day in-person Year 12 Audit Experience Programme where you’ll be immersed into the RSM Audit team.
Think of the Audit team as financial detectives. They dig deep into a company’s numbers, processes, and controls to make sure everything adds up and the financial statements tell the real story. Their job is to give confidence that the information shared with the public is accurate and fair.
You’ll team up with driven students who are already working on meaningful client projects while earning their qualifications, and you’ll learn directly from experienced professionals who are ready to help shape your future.
https://careers.rsmuk.com/uk/en/job/req11404/Audit-Experience-Programme-Guildford-February-2026
Baker McKenzie: Virtual Insight Session
Baker McKenzie works with clients across more than 70 global offices, helping businesses grow in ways that are sustainable and inclusive. With over 13,000 people, including 6,500 lawyers, the firm provides legal advice on complex, cross-border transactions, disputes, and investigations.
The London office is one of the largest city practices in the firm, giving students and early career talent the chance to work on high-profile legal matters while learning from experts across the firm’s global network.
This event is for Year 12 pupils, interested in finding out more about areas of Law, Baker McKenzie and applying for the BEGINNINGS at Baker McKenzie programme; an 18month development programme for pupils interested in a career in Law.
https://uptree.co/events/baker-mckenzie/2816389084/
STFC Apprenticeship Open Evening at Rutherford Laboratory
Come and join us at our Apprenticeship Open Evening to learn about the range of apprenticeship opportunities available as well as the chance to meet the apprenticeship team, supervisors and current apprentices.
Where: Rutherford Appleton Laboratory, Harwell, Didcot, OX11 0DE
Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026
Arrival between: 5:00pm – 8:00pm
Please see attached advert with the QR code to register, alternatively the following link can be used: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stfc-apprenticeship-open-evening-2026-rutherford-appleton-laboratory-tickets-1975267069979?aff=oddtdtcreator
New NHS Work Experience Placements – Students aged 14+
The Medical and Dental Schools Council acknowledges virtual work experience as an equal alternative to in-person shadowing based on a discovery report conducted by Health Education England. I encourage students aged 14 and over, interested in becoming doctors or dentists to participate in our FREE National NHS Virtual Work Experience programme. We are pleased to offer a variety of medical and dental specialties, with a focus this month on Palliative Care and Public Health & Oral Pathology. This enables your students to gain a well-rounded perspective of working within the NHS.
Medicine: https://medicmentor.org/university-hospitals-birmingham-trust-virtual-work-experience/
Dentistry: https://dental-mentor.org/university-hospitals-birmingham-trust-virtual-work-experience/
Developed in collaboration with Birmingham Universities Hospitals Trust, this Virtual Work Experience has proven to be transformative for thousands of secondary school students over the past year. It also provides a strong foundation of knowledge for students who are preparing to undertake future in-person placements.
This 6-month medical and 4 months dental e-learning work experience programme allows students to set their own pace of learning. Covering everything from confidentiality and ethics workshops delivered by the GMC to clinical procedures, our virtual work experience provides a crucial overview to enhance your students’ UCAS applications.
Signing up is easy – students simply need to fill out the free online application form:
Medicine: https://medicmentor.org/university-hospitals-birmingham-trust-virtual-work-experience/
Dentistry: https://dental-mentor.org/university-hospitals-birmingham-trust-virtual-work-experience/
We look forward to interacting with your students and will provide them with certificates upon completion. Thank you for passing on the details.
Website: medicmentor.org | dental-mentor.org
Enquiry Form: https://medicmentor.org/contact_us/
The University of Law Business School Work Experience Evening
Management, Accounting, Finance and Marketing Event
On Tuesday, 16th December, 5pm - 7:30pm, we have teamed up with the University of Law’s Business School to put on an evening designed to help students learn more about the world of business.
We have some great workshops lined up, and it will be an excellent opportunity for you to have a mini-taster session on the subjects you could be studying at university. We will also be doing a mini session on applying to UCAS and how to make a standout personal statement. This will be great to take part in for the Christmas holiday application prep.
Workshop Overview:
During the event, we will be running three highly interactive workshops on the following:
- Management - Do we really need managers, and what do they do in companies?
- Marketing - Strategies used in businesses to attract customers effectively
- Accounting & Finance - 40-minute workshop session on a live case study
To sign up, please use the link below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ULaw_Wex
College Information
Please see attached for all local college open days and contact details.
University Information
Oxford University – Summer School
Uniq is a free residential Summer School for Y12 students at Oxford University. Applications open on the 15th December – for full details please click the link below.
https://www.uniq.ox.ac.uk/whatisuniq
Cambridge University – Upcoming Events
- St Catherine’s Composition Workshop - https://www.caths.cam.ac.uk/outreach/st-catharines-school-composition-workshop (Deadline - 15 December)
- Exploring Law Conference – https://www.law.cam.ac.uk/access-outreach/exploring-law-conference (residential organised by the Law faculty)
- Public Policy essay competition for 16-18s https://www.thewilberforcesociety.co.uk/the-lord-wilson-tws-essay-prize (deadline – 19 January)
- Languages, Power and Cultures Programme 2026 - Trinity College Cambridge (Deadline – 5 January)
- Women in Computer Science seminar series | Department of Computer Science and Technology
https://www.trinhall.cam.ac.uk/study-with-us/next-steps/open-days-events-and-visits/
(Jan & Feb 2026) - Trinity Hall Cambridge
- Lots of other events also listed here – https://www.undergraduate.study.cam.ac.uk/events-listing
Any issues contact: outreach@corpus.cam.ac.uk
Southampton Solent University: Creative Media Day
This Creative Media Day has been successfully running for several years, collaborating with schools and colleges to provide engaging sessions run by industry professional for pupils who are interested in studying within creative industries, but are unsure of their pathway.
This year they have evolved the event to encompass all the subject areas within their Creative Industries School. Presenting to you, two days of interactive workshops across art, design, fashion, beauty, interiors, media, film, and production.
https://www.solent.ac.uk/media-hub/events/creative-industries-week-creative-arts-day
Social Work and Nursing Conference - 29 January 2026 | 09:30 – 13:30
Are your students passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? The Social Work and Nursing Conference at Southampton Solent University is the perfect opportunity for those interested in a rewarding career in either field. This event will provide an exciting, interactive experience that will inspire and inform.
What’s in store for your students?
- Engaging Debates: Dive deep into pressing issues in social work and nursing.
- Hands-on Experience: Try out essential nursing techniques and explore social work practices in action.
- Exclusive Campus Tour: Visit our state-of-the-art facilities, designed to replicate the real-world environments students will work in.
Your students will have the chance to meet our talented academic team, talk with current students and ambassadors, and gain expert advice from admissions professionals. This event is not only designed to inspire but also to support your students' educational journey, helping them make informed decisions about their future.
Why attend?
Gain valuable insight into studying Social Work and Nursing at Southampton Solent University.
Engage with industry professionals and gain hands-on experience. Network with like-minded peers and academic mentors.
Encourage your students to take part in this unique opportunity to explore their future career options in Social Work and Nursing. Book your place today!
Teachers can book spaces via the booking form: https://app.geckoform.com/public/#/modern/21FO00j3skd2o9007foqjhjy15
Students can attend individually and can book via this form: https://app.geckoform.com/public/#/modern/21FO00j3t6lflu00alr978edp3
As always, please direct questions to tasterdays@solent.ac.uk
Brunel University: Brunel Medical Summer School & Webinars
The programme includes five online one-hour webinars covering topics such as the journey to becoming a doctor, UCAT, NHS, financial support, and MMIs. A 3-night residential experience from Tuesday 4 to Friday 7 August 2026, featuring campus tours, team-based learning taster sessions,
clinical skills rotations, and networking with doctors.
EDT: Insight into University – Summer School
Have you ever wondered what it's like to go to university? Are there lots of questions about university going around in your head? Would you like to know what it's like before you take the leap and apply for a STEM university degree? Well now you can - with the Industrial Cadets
Residential Insight into University experiences, you get the chance to try out a STEM degree subject at leading universities throughout the UK.
https://www.etrust.org.uk/residential-insight-into-university
Royal Holloway, University of London: Girls Do Engineering – February 2026
Girls Do Engineering is a celebration of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This free event will give a hands-on introduction to electronic engineering and give you the opportunity to talk to women about their experiences studying and working in Engineering.
https://www.unitasterdays.com/events/event/76493/girls-do-engineering
University of Surrey: Forensic Psychology: Memory On Trial
Think your memory is reliable? Think again! In this interactive talk, Dr Jennifer Murphy explores how easily our minds create false memories, and why these errors matter more than you might think. You’ll discover the factors that can distort what we remember, learn the truth behind common myths about how memory works, and see how these distortions play out in real-world situations.
How to Plan Your Gap Year
Planning a gap year can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Whether you hope to volunteer, master a new language or work at a summer camp, a well-planned gap year can equip you with valuable skills
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/jobs-and-work-experience/gap-year/how-to-plan-your-gap-year/
University of Law
Undergraduate Bursary
Starting university is a big step, and our new Undergraduate Bursary (worth up to £1,500 in the first year) helps ease the financial pressure for eligible UK students.
Check the full details. Please share this with your students and encourage them to take a look.
Personal Statement Workshop - 16th December 4pm - 5pm
This workshop will show you how to make your UCAS Personal Statement stand out by clearly demonstrating your interest in your chosen course and highlighting your skills and experience.
It’s open to students from all subject areas and will give you practical tips to strengthen and elevate your application.
Virtual Real World Lectures
Explore real-world challenges across Business, Computer Science, Criminology, Law and Psychology. A perfect way to gain virtual experience to add to your Personal Statement.
Upcoming Lectures:
- 17th December - What do hackers know about you?
- 7th January - Must Justice be ‘Seen to be Done’?
Student Life Talk - 8th January 4pm - 4:45pm
Get a real insight into what academic life at university is like, from managing workloads to understanding typical timetables.
Hear top tips from current students to help you feel prepared, confident, and ready for your next steps.