Careers Bulletin 2 October 2026

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

Events this Term

170926 – Y13 Reading University – Personal Statement Clinics

230926 – Y13 Winchester University – Personal Statement Clinics

290926 – CV Clinics

300926 – Y13 Royal Holloway University- Personal Statement Clinics

011026 – CV Clinics

070926 – Y13 Pathway CTM/AWE Assembly

081026 – Y11 Destination Expo Trip to Newbury Careers Fair

160926 – Y12 Mathematics – Noether Tour Outreach Workshop on problem solving

201026 - Y13 Portsmouth University – Personal Statement Clinics

211026 – Y8 Computer Science Trip to Bayer: Code in Motion-Robotics & Logic with Lego Spike Prime

221026 –Y8 Computer Science Trip to Bayer: Code in Motion-Robotics & Logic with Lego Spike

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: boothe46

Berkshire Opportunities

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

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

Employment

AWE: Apprenticeships - School Leaver Programme

AWE recruitment window opens mid October and they have roles across a variety of fields from Project Management to Engineering. Historically these have been extremely popular and they will probably close the window as soon as they have enough interest, so act promptly.

As an apprentice, you’ll get hands-on experience in cutting-edge facilities while learning from some of the brightest minds in the business. Whether you’re into problem-solving, project planning, or precision engineering, they’ve got a path for you.

Bring your brilliance. Share your vision. Be part of a mission that keep the nation safe and secure. In turn, they’ll support your growth, challenge your thinking, and help you build a career that truly makes a difference.

To find out more, visit: Apprenticeships – AWE

PwC: Flying Start Degree Programme

PwC: Applications for their Flying Start Degree Programme - now open

This unique degree pathway lets you combine university study with real-world experience, earning a salary whilst you gain a degree, offering a fast-track into your future career.

As a Flying Start student, you'll be fully immersed in both academic life and paid placements at PwC. You'll be given the chance to work on a variety of projects from day one, in an environment where diverse perspectives are valued and creativity is encouraged.

PwC believe in challenging students, supporting their growth, and helping them thrive. This isn’t just about gaining a qualification – it’s about making an impact for their clients and setting up a rewarding career.

Find out more here: Flying Start | PwC UK Careers

BAE: Apprenticeships

The Recruitment window will reopen for 2027 opportunities in January. Early application is advised.

Be a pioneer, fast-tracking the future of BAE Systems through innovative technology and next-generation engineering feats to tackle complex problems, making a real difference for your career, and the world. With our apprenticeships you’ll earn while you learn and receive job-specific training, experience and recognised qualifications that will shape your career.

Our degree apprenticeships cover many exciting disciplines including Aerospace Engineering, Management, Nuclear Engineering, Project Management, Software Engineering, Information & Technology, and Enterprise Architecture.

Find out more here: Apprenticeships in the United Kingdom | BAE Systems Careers

KPMG: Apprenticeships

The opportunity to earn a salary while working towards a fully-funded qualification is an ideal alternative to traditional university. And that’s exactly what an apprenticeship at KPMG offers. If you join us in Audit or Tax, by the end of your apprenticeship you’ll have the same qualifications as our graduate colleagues, with five years of hands-on experience. You get a real head start in your career, all whilst earning a competitive salary.

Find out more here: KPMG Careers | Apprentice

MBDA: Apprenticeships - Recruitment window opening soon

MBDA are a leading company in the defence industry. We support our nations by delivering essential military capabilities, both for today and the future. Our apprenticeships focus on business, engineering, software and manufacturing. As part of the programme, you’ll move around the company in rotational placements, where you will gain a wider understanding of what we do, build a network within the organisation and define your future career with us.

In addition to being recognised as one of the UK’s Best Places to Work (Glassdoor, 2022), MBDA was awarded Gold status by the 5% Club in response to our commitments to workplace learning programmes.

EDF: Apprenticeships - Recruitment window opening soon

EDF is a forward-thinking energy company, leading the transition to a cleaner, low emission, electric future and tackling climate change, to ensure a sustainable energy legacy for us and generations to come. EDF generates zero carbon electricity from five nuclear power stations, more than thirty onshore wind farms and two offshore wind farms. With a diverse range of early careers programmes, ranging from Nuclear Engineering to Business Administration, Cyber Security to Environmental Management, we offer multiple career paths and we empower you to shape your own journey. At EDF, Success is Personal.

Find out more here: Apprentice Jobs | EDF UK

Insight Events & Work Experience

InvestIN: Engineer Insight Day

The Engineer Insight Day gives students aged 15-18 a chance to test-drive life as an engineer.

Learn from top engineers as they guide you through a series of interactive activities to explore what it means to work in engineering today: map a mission to Mars, take apart a household appliance and delve into materials engineering. You will also get expert advice on how you can break into the field, with guidance on university choices, extra-curricular activities, interview techniques and more.

Find out more here: Engineering Insight Day (15-18) | InvestIN – InvestIN Education

InvestIN Work Experience Programmes

InvestIN delivers immersive work experience programmes in London for students aged 15-18. With 15 competitive careers to choose from, each programme is delivered by accomplished industry experts to equip students with a 360-degree insight into their respective fields. Autumn weekend programmes now open. Find out more here: InvestIN | The Ultimate Work Experience – InvestIN Education

Aspire: Dentistry Work Experience

31 October 2026

A unique 2 - day session to provide an increased insight into Dentistry as a career! All participants will get a certificate of participation!

We know obtaining work experience, especially for dentistry, can be difficult! That's why we have created a 2-day online work experience course! In this session, we'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. By taking part in this experience, we hope to cover and discuss all the topics and scenarios you would have seen at your real work experience placements.

Find out more here: Aspire's Virtual Dentistry Work Experience Tickets, Multiple dates | Eventbrite

CBRE: Project Management Online Work Simulation – Project Management

A risk-free way to experience work on the job with us at CBRE. Practice your skills with example tasks and build your confidence to ace your applications. Conduct initial project planning for a global manufacturer’s showroom development as part of CBRE’s project management function.

Complete work that simulates life on the job. 1-2 hours and self-paced.

Stand out in your application to CBRE. Show us you're a motivated candidate.

Find out more here: CBRE Project Management - Forage

Medicine Opportunities – Free and In Person – Years 14 - 18

Our free Future Doctors Month begins on 11 October, with four interactive online medical experiences covering A&E, anaesthetics, diagnosis and infectious disease.

Students can join live or watch the sessions on demand from anywhere in the world, and can work towards a certificate of completion.

Future Doctors Month – Free Registration: Free Online Work Experience Sessions. - Premed Projects

For students who would also like to experience medicine in person, we have a number of one-day medical work experience events coming up in London and Manchester:

LONDON

24 October – A&E & GP

London South Bank University

25 October – On-Call Doctor

London South Bank University

7 November – Surgical Skills Explorer

King's College Hospital, London

View the London in person dates here: London Medical Work Experience In Hospitals | 1 Day | Ages 14+

Goldman Sachs – Degree Apprenticeship Programmes

Goldman Sachs are running two in-person Apprenticeship Insight Afternoons, in London and Birmingham. Students will learn about Goldman Sachs' Degree Apprenticeship programmes, find out how to apply, and hear directly from current apprentices about their experience.

It is a strong opportunity for students weighing up university against a degree apprenticeship, and valuable to talk about in personal statements and applications.

Applications are via the Young Pro app only

Please ask students to download the Young Pro app, create an account, and find the Goldman Sachs Apprenticeship Insight Afternoon to choose London or Birmingham.

London: Friday 16 October, 1:30pm–4:30pm

Birmingham: Friday 23 October, 1:30pm–4:30pm

Links to the app here:

iPhone: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/young-pro/id6760890339

Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.youngprofessionals.ypapp

Registration closes Wednesday 7 October.

Students register their interest in the Young Pro app, then are redirected to the Goldman Sachs website to complete a formal written application, including two short motivational questions. As these are in-person events, please encourage students to apply only if they can definitely attend.

Colleges

Activate Learning – Information for Parents and Carers

Post 16 Options

We’re running two upcoming Post-16 Options webinars for parents and carers, and we’d really appreciate your help in sharing it with families at your school.

The session will give parents and carers a clear, practical guide to post-16 options with Activate Learning, including:

The range of courses available across our campuses in Berkshire, Surrey and Oxfordshire
Entry requirements and what students need to apply
How to support their young person through the application process
How to make the most of our open events
Key application deadlines and important dates
Tips and advice to help their young person feel confident about their next steps
Our friendly Schools Team will also be on hand to answer questions and offer practical advice 😊

It’s a great opportunity for parents and carers to get all the information they need in one place, particularly if they’re starting to think about what comes after Year 11.

Activate Learning Parent Webinars Tickets, Wednesday 23 September • 6 PM - 6:45 PM GMT+1 |

Activate Learning Parent Webinars Tickets, Wednesday 23 September • 6 PM - 6:45 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite

Activate Learning Parent Webinars Tickets, Monday 28 September • 6 PM - 6:45 PM GMT+1 |

Activate Learning Parent Webinars Tickets, Monday 28 September • 6 PM - 6:45 PM GMT+1 | Eventbrite

Sparsholt College Group

Our 183 hectare countryside campus and facilities are among the best in the country, offering experiences with technologies such as sonic tomography to detect tree decay, vertical farming that significantly reduces water usage while increasing crop yields, and our fully automated Robotic Dairy. Additionally, our tractor driving and welding simulators and immersive digital technologies offer incredible training opportunities. These resources combined with our strong relationships with over 3,000 employers, ensures that our learners leave us well prepared to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world.

Please register for one of our open events below: https://www.sparsholt.ac.uk/opendays

Saturday 3 October 2026
Saturday 7 November 2026
Saturday 6 February 2027
Saturday 6 March 2027
Wednesday 28 April 2027
Thursday 10 June 2027

Universities

Russell Group Webinars - Tuesday 20th -Thursday 29th October 2026

UK University Search are excited to be collaborating with the Russell Group once again to bring you our popular, informative and inspiring webinars that cover a range of key topics.

Taking place from the 20th to 29th October, we have five 90-minute sessions each featuring five or six expert panellists who will offer clear, impartial guidance for students looking at taking the next step in their educational journey.

In each session the Q&A function will be managed by other member universities from the Russell Group who will be able to answer specific questions and provide further information.

Find out more here: UK University Search Fair Russell Group Webinars | UK University Search

Aston University: Subject Tasters

Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering Taster Event

Wednesday 4th November 2026, 12:45-15:40

Discover the connection between Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering at Aston University. Designed for Year 12 and 13 students, this experience will give you an insight into studying mathematics at university level and explore how mathematical principles are applied in engineering.

You will take part in a hands-on mechanical engineering workshop, and work through real-world engineering challenges. The event also includes a tour of our engineering laboratories, providing a first-hand look at where Aston students learn, design and create.

Find out more and register here: Mathematics and Mechanical Engineering Taster Event (4th November) | Aston University

Civil Engineering and Chemical Engineering Taster Event

Wednesday 17th March 2027, 12:45-15:40

Designed for Year 12 and 13 students who are interested in sustainability and engineering. Students will take part in hands-on Civil and Chemical Engineering workshops, applying engineering principles to real-world challenges while developing their problem-solving skills. The event also includes a tour of our specialist engineering laboratories, providing a first-hand look at where Aston students learn, design and create.

Find out more and register here: Civil Engineering and Chemical Engineering Taster Event (17th March) | Aston University

Escape Studios: Taster Day

Test Drive the Escape experience.

Take your seat in the studio and complete an interactive session in Animation, Games or VFX.

Our expert tutors will guide you through a creative project using industry-standard software, adapted from what we teach on our undergraduate degree programmes.

Find out more here: Undergraduate taster days | Escape Studios

Hertfordshire University: Creative Arts Experience Days

University of Hertfordshire Creative Arts University Experience Days for UVI

We are excited to invite Year 13 students to step inside our multi-award-winning School of Creative Arts this November. We have an action-packed line up of free, deep-dive sessions, covering a range of creative degrees. Our expert tutors are sure to develop the creative passions you have already inspired in your students, as they think about their futures.

Durham University: Archaeology MOOC

Archaeology and the Battle of Dunbar 1650: From the Scottish Battlefield to the New World

Discover how science, history and archaeology unlocked the stories of the soldiers from the Battle of Dunbar 1650.

In November 2013 archaeologists observing building work near Durham Cathedral in England made an unexpected discovery: skeletons in two mass graves. Over the next two years, researchers worked to establish the identity of the human remains. Today we know them to be Scottish prisoners who died after the Battle of Dunbar on the coast of Scotland in 1650.

On this course you will learn how the latest archaeological science techniques revealed how and why these men disappeared from history. You will join researchers seeking to solve a 350 year old mystery, and explore the resulting controversies.

Find out more here: The Battle of Dunbar 1650 - Online Course - FutureLearn

Leeds University: Futures Programme

Leeds Futures Arts and Humanities Outreach

Leeds Futures gives Year 12 students the chance to explore a subject they're passionate about, learn about university life, and receive expert advice on UCAS, accommodation, and student finance, all through a flexible programme delivered mainly online.

Leeds Futures Arts & Humanities offers two pathways: Leeds Futures | University of Leeds

English/History – focus on English, History, or explore both here: https://accessandoutreach.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-futures/leeds-futures-english-history/
Creative Industries – choose from Music, Theatre and Performance, or Creative Arts. Find out more here: https://accessandoutreach.leeds.ac.uk/leeds-futures/leeds-futures-creative-industries/

Students can register their interest using our online form and we’ll contact them when applications go live on 23rd November.

Priority will be given to those pupils meeting the Widening Participation criteria but this shouldn't discourage you from registering your interest.

University for the Creative Arts – UCA

Upcoming Open Days

17^th October – UCA Canterbury, Farnham, & Maidstone TV Studios

7^th November – UCA Epsom, Farnham & Maidstone TV Studios

18^th November – UCA Farnham (Afternoon)

There will be:

Specialised talks: Sessions introducing UCA, creative careers, portfolio advice and more
Bespoke campus visits: Tailored visits to Canterbury, Epsom or Farnham
Taster sessions: Course- specific workshops where students can gain hands-on experience and explore their creative interests

For more details please visit: Outreach | University for the Creative Arts

Labour Market Information

In some countries, the salary gap between bilingual and monolingual workers is wide enough to match a full promotion worth up to £25,913 more in earnings each year.

Japanese, Portuguese, and Italian are among the top languages linked to higher earning potential for bilingual careers.

Follow this link to learn more: Bilingual career & salary study: Do bilingual jobs pay more, and which languages are the most valuable?

Eileen Wooller
Careers Leader

ewooller@littleheath.org.uk