Events this Term

• 200426 – Y9 Healthreach Child Development Workshops
• 220426 – Y12 & Y13 Economics students - Bank of England presentation
• 270426 – Y12 Apex Building Trip
• 280426 – Y7 Girls Computer Science Club Visit to Bayer Pharmaceuticals
• 070526- Y10 Post 16 Options Workshops
• 120526 – Y10 Post 16 Options Workshops
• 130526 – Y10 Post 16 Options Workshops
• 210526 – Y12 Psychology Workshops with Healthreach

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.

Visit eCLIPS here: eCLIPS - Login using password: naisti27

 

Berkshire Opportunities

Find valuable resources, career insights, and essential information on Berkshire’s thriving economy here: Berkshire Opportunities - The Skills and Business Hub

 

Student Finance – Martin Lewis

The five things students need to know: Martin Lewis: Five Student Need to Knows

 

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.

Find out more here: Get Into Medicine | Trusted UCA & Interview Prep

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.

Find out more here: The Lawyer Portal | The Resource for Aspiring Legal Professionals

 

Free support from the Sutton Trust to help students apply for and succeed at university or an apprenticeship

We have an exciting opportunity for your students – our award-winning and completely free digital programme Sutton Trust Online has now opened for applications.

By joining Sutton Trust Online, students will have the opportunity to:

• Ask questions to current university students and apprentices using STO chat
• Enjoy expert personal statement support based on what universities are looking for
• Get admissions test and interview support
• Attend webinars and taster lectures delivered by universities, including admissions staff
• Learn about university and apprenticeships with our expert resources
• Become a Sutton Trust Alumni and gain access to exclusive opportunities for years to come.

Applying only takes about 15 minutes, and the programme is self-directed and designed to fit in around studying.

Please click on the link to find out more information: Sutton Trust Online (STO) - The Sutton Trust

Employment

Higher & Degree Apprenticeships – May issue

Degree apprenticeships offer a dynamic blend of academic study and practical work experience.They provide a unique pathway to kickstart your career while obtaining a valuable university qualification. By engaging in real-world projects in professional settings, apprentices gain hands-on experience, develop industry specific skills, and build a network of contacts early in their careers. Please click below to see the National vacancy listing: Higher and Degree Listing - Amazing Apprenticeships

 

Inpress Precision Ltd: Chartered Management Degree Apprentice

Chartered manager (degree) (level 6) Chichester University

Inpress Precision is a family-owned business who manufacture and assemble technically refined, durable plastic, injection moulded and blow moulded products for the medical, health, and industrial markets.

As a fast-growing SME, Inpress offers unique opportunities for development, where the you will have a great opportunity to develop your knowledge of the business and gain skills that relate to all aspects of management. You will have the space to evolve and make the function your own.  You will begin your journey in an administrative role that will develop as you further your career at Inpress, into a more tailored role and possibly a managerial role further down the line.

Find out more here: Chartered Management Degree Apprentice – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

 

MinsterFB Ltd: Digital Marketing Apprentice

Digital marketer (integrated degree) (level 6) Nottingham Trent University

MinsterFB is a specialist Amazon agency on a mission to accelerate, simplify, and humanise success for brands selling on Amazon. They work with iconic brands—including Grenade, Bisto, Yorkshire Tea, McVitie’s and Cadbury—to grow their Amazon business. The apprenticeship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in digital marketing.

Find out more here: Digital Marketing Apprentice – Find an apprenticeship – GOV.UK

 

 

Insight Events & Work Experience

 

UCAT Exams  - Medicine & Dentistry

My goal is to ensure that aspiring students in Years 12 (S5/NI13) and reapplicants in Year 13 (S6/NI14) have the best resources and knowledge in preparation of the UCAT - a crucial part of a student’s UCAS application. This exam can determine their chances of receiving an offer to study medicine or dentistry. At our Free Virtual UCAT conference, your students will gain the guidance needed to confidently tackle their UCAT.

Students and parents can register their place at the Free Virtual UCAT Conference on Saturday 30th May or Sunday 14th June from 10am - 12pm here: UCAT GIM - Medic Mentor

During the conference we will guide your students through everything they need to know about preparing for the UCAT this summer, including:

• How the UCAT is structured and scored
• What medical and dental schools are actually looking for in UCAT performance
• A breakdown of the sections: Verbal Reasoning, Decision Making, Quantitative Reasoning and Situational Judgement
• Question walkthroughs so you can see how high-scoring students approach the exam
• Practical strategies for handling time pressure
• How to structure your UCAT preparation timeline
• The most effective preparation resources

Students will hear from top 10% UCAT scorers who have gone on to mentor hundreds of successful applicants, giving direct insight into the exact strategies that consistently lead to high scores and medical or dental school offers.

 

InvestIN Work Experience Programmes

InvestIN is a London based organisation providing students aged 12-18 with an immersive experience of their dream career, offering programmes in London, Manchester and Dubai.  They have programmes in Medicine, Investment Banking and International Politics to name a few. Find out more here: InvestIN | The Ultimate Work Experience – InvestIN Education

 

Springpod: Accounting Experiences

These short, flexible programmes give you real insight into life in the industry, and you’ll walk away with a certificate you can add to your CV, UCAS or apprenticeship application.

💡 Hear directly from people working in Accounting today

🧠 Learn practical skills you can actually use

📜 Get a certificate that proves your commitment and initiative

Find out more here: Springpod Virtual Work Experience Search | Springpod

 

NHS Allied Healthcare: Virtual Work Experience

The upcoming NHS Allied Healthcare Virtual Work Experience session on 7th June, will focus on Paediatric Pathways. This session is particularly useful for students who are interested in understanding how healthcare delivery differs when working with children and young people.

Find out more here: Interactive Virtual NHS Healthcare Careers Work Experience Programme - Allied Healthcare Mentor

 

Business & Accounting: Virtual  Experience

Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th May, 10am - 4pm

This two-day online event will take place during the May Half Term and feature some of the world's biggest companies, including KPMG, BDO, Grant Thornton, S&W, and more.

Find out more and register your interest here: Young Professionals: Business 2-Day Work Experience Survey

 

British Airways Careers: Your Flying Future Workshop

If you're considering a career in the flight deck, join BA on an upcoming Your Flying Future workshop. These workshops are hosted at their head office in Heathrow, and are run by their pilot community to inspire you as the next generation into a flying career. Held four times a year, the interactive workshops are 3-hours long. You will meet pilot role models, and pick up the key skills you need to become a pilot, as well as an insight into the recruitment process and more.

Find out more here: careers.ba.com/work-experience

 

Morgan Stanley: Early Insights

Want to learn more about Morgan Stanley’s exclusive learning opportunities for students? This is a great place to start. Find out what qualifications they are looking for and information about their work experience opportunities.

Find out more here: Frequently Asked Questions | Morgan Stanley

 

Aspire: Dentistry Work Experience

A unique 2-day session to provide an increased insight into Dentistry as a career!

Obtaining work experience for dentistry, can be difficult! That's why Aspire have created a 2-day online work experience course! In this session, they'll be covering multiple dental-related topics. This session is designed primarily for those wishing to pursue dentistry at university in the UK and this should serve as an initial ‘taste’ to fuel your interest.

Book a place here: Aspire's Virtual Dentistry Work Experience Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite

 

The Big Bang: STEM Careers Event

The Big Bang Fair inspires the next generation with hands-on activities, experiments and workshops. The UK’s biggest celebration of STEM for young people takes place at the NEC in Birmingham 9-11th June 2026.

Find out more here: The Big Bang - The Big Bang

 

Meet The Army Insight Events

May:

Title: Breaking down the Army Assessment

Date & Time: Tuesday 26 May 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now: Breaking Down the Army Assessment

June:

Title: Serving as LGBTQ+ In the British Army

Date & Time: Tuesday 9 June 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now: Serving as LGBTQ+ in Today’s Army Webinar | Army Jobs

 

Title: Joining the Army Series: Officer

Date & Time: Tuesday 23 June 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now: Joining the Army Series: Regular Officer Webinar | Army Jobs

 

July:

Title: Joining the Army Series: Soldier

Date & Time: Wednesday 1 July 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now: Joining the Army Series: Regular Soldier Webinar | Army Jobs

 

Title: Virtual Harrogate Open Day

Date & Time: Wednesday 8 July 18:00 - 19:00

Register Now: Army Foundation College Harrogate Virtual Open Day | Army Jobs

These sessions are a great opportunity for students to:

• Explore career pathways and apprenticeships
• Hear directly from serving soldiers
• Build confidence in making informed next steps

 

 

College Information

 

Please see here for all local college open days and contact details: College Open Days

 

Universities

 

Oxford University: Supercurricular Hub

This supercurricular hub brings together a range of digital resources designed to support academic enrichment, independent thinking and subject exploration. Whether you are discovering a subject for the first time or looking to deepen your understanding, the hub provides opportunities to engage with ideas through lectures, articles, podcasts, videos, interactive challenges and more.

Find out more here: Supercurricular hub | Oxford University

 

SOAS: On Demand

Nothing can replace the experience of visiting in person, but the virtual open day is the next best thing. Here you'll find tailored content for undergraduate studies, and it's all available on-demand.

Immerse yourself in the SOAS experience and discover everything you need to know about your course or subject. You can also find out about what it's like to live in London, what support services are available to you, from employability to budgeting, as well as connecting with students, academics and other experts through the Unibuddy community.

Find out more here: SOAS On Demand | SOAS

 

St Mary's Twickenham: Business & Communications Masterclass Day

Wednesday 10^th June

St Mary’s University is thrilled to invite sixth form students to their Business & Communications Masterclass Day. Join to explore their degree pathways, including Sports Management and Marketing.  Get a taste of what life is like as a business student at St Mary’s. This interactive day is designed to give you first-hand experience of academic life, with plenty of opportunities to ask questions and connect with their lecturers! Taster sessions on Business Management & Sports Management  and Marketing & Communications.

Find out more here: Business and Communications Masterclass Day | St Mary's University, London | St Mary's University, London

 

Southampton Solent: Law & Business Taster Day

Wednesday 10^th June

The School of Business, Law and Society is pleased to announce another flagship event for individuals and college groups to take part in, all of which are expert-led.

The day will give you an authentic insight into the real world of business. All of the sessions, listed in the booking form, will be interactive and hands-on, exploring real-world challenges to develop your practical industry skills.

Find out more here: Law and Business Taster Day

 

 

Eileen Wooller
Careers Leader

ewooller@littleheath.org.uk