Careers Bulletin 9 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 Sixth Form or simply drop me an email: ewooller@littleheath.org.uk

Events this term:

17/09/26 – Y13 Reading University – Personal Statement Clinics

23/09/26 – Y13 Winchester University – Personal Statement Clinics

29/09/26 – CV Clinics

30/09/26 – Y13 Royal Holloway University – Personal Statement Clinics

01/10/26 – CV Clinics

07/09/26 – Y13 Pathway CTM/AWE Assembly

08/10/26 – Y11 Destination Expo Trip to Newbury Careers Fair

16/09/26 – Y12 Mathematics – Noether Tour Outreach Workshop on problem-solving

20/10/26 – Y13 Portsmouth University – Personal Statement Clinics

21/10/26 – Y8 Computer Science Trip to Bayer: Code in Motion – Robotics & Logic with Lego Spike Prime

22/10/26 – Y8 Computer Science Trip to Bayer: Code in Motion – Robotics & Logic with Lego Spike Prime

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 – Applications Open 12 October

AWE Apprenticeship Roles: Apprenticeships – AWE

AWE apprenticeship applications open on 12th October, so please encourage those that are interested in applying to start preparing for this. Please see the Patheways CTM information below which supports students to make great applications!

Police constable degree apprenticeship (PCDA)

This route into policing enables you to learn on the job while you study. Your off-the-job learning will be provided jointly between your force and a higher education institution.

Main features

You will receive a degree in professional policing on completion of your three-year programme.
You will specialise in your final year in either response, neighbourhoods, investigation, intelligence or roads policing.
Your experience working in the role will contribute to your degree qualification, minimising the need for additional assessment.
Focused on reinforcing knowledge and skills needed in the workplace.

Apply directly through your chosen force. Find out more here: Police Apprenticeship and Traditional Entry | Join The Police

Insight Events & Work Experience

Application Support for Students

Sign up for our support (1:1 mentoring, application help, careers resources) which is for AWE as well as other employers. Register here: Registration - Pathway CTM

To find out about Apprenticeship Roles at AWE, click here: Apprenticeships – AWE

Here are links to a number of online practice tests:

Discover Creative Careers

Interested in a career in the creative industries? Find out about the range of roles, the prospect of work and where to go for further information.

Creative careers. No one path. No one type of talent.

Whether you're interested in gaming, music, design, film, fashion, technology or something else, there are more ways into creative careers than ever before.

Discover Creative Careers is bringing together young people, educators and industry across the UK to open doors, build connections and create new pathways into the creative industries.

Find out more here: Young people | Discover Creative Careers

TheatreCraft26: Live - Friday 6 November 2026

Bookings open on 19 October 2026. What happens when you step beyond the stage?

TheatreCraft brings together the people, places and opportunities that make a career in off-stage theatre possible — all across the iconic Royal Opera House and venues throughout the West End.

From hands-on workshops and backstage tours to 1:1 careers advice and our exhibitor marketplace packed with theatres, training providers and industry experts, there’s plenty to discover — whether you’re taking your first steps or looking to take the next one.

TheatreCraft events provide an opportunity for you to discover the breadth of offstage careers, connect with industry professionals, and leave with clear ideas, inspiration and next steps.

Find out more here: TheatreCraft | Beyond The Stage Careers Events

Y10 – Y13 Students Interested in Healthcare – Free Support Available

If you are interested in exploring medicine or dentistry as a career, and have not yet had the chance to enrol in the free virtual LIVE Get into conferences yet, please have a look at the information below:

Our next Get Into Medicine Conferences are:

Saturday 24 October, 9am - 1:30pm
Sunday 25 October, 9am - 1:30pm

Our next Get Into Dentistry Conference is:

Saturday 17 October, 9am - 1:30pm

These conferences offer tailored advice for medicine and dentistry, covering a range of crucial topics:

Tactically choosing universities
Personal statements
UCAT
Medical & Dental school interview skills
Medical Leadership
Awards Programmes
Extracurricular activities
Work experience
Applying for scholarships

Students will be awarded a certificate of attendance, which can be listed on their UCAS applications for ‘activities that support higher education’. Students must have a functioning camera and microphone for the session. Having a parent or guardian (aged 21 or older) present at these conferences is essential for providing valuable insight and guidance, ensuring students are well-supported on their journey toward medical or dental school.

Sutton Trust Employability Programmes

We are currently recruiting for Pathways to the Professions and Access Apprenticeships. Subjects on offer vary by region and programme but can include Law, Medicine, Vet-Med, Engineering or Banking and Finance.

To apply, students need to register, and then they will be sent a link to an application form.

Pathways to the Professions – free courses in Engineering, Banking and Finance, Law, Medicine or Veterinary Medicine, featuring work experience, the opportunity to be considered for reduced UCAS offers from partner universities* and a free university residential*. Pathways programmes are available online or in person at a range of locations, including Cardiff, Exeter, Leicester and many more.

Access Apprenticeships – free courses in Law, Engineering or Banking and Finance specifically designed for those interested in degree apprenticeships, and featuring visits to apprenticeship providers, tailored application support, industry insight days and more. Programmes are currently available in London and Manchester.

Application closing dates for courses do vary, but all courses close for applications between mid-October and early-November.

Eligible applicants to Pathways to the Professions and Access Apprenticeships will also get access to Sutton Trust Online, our award-winning digital platform featuring a programme of expert-led webinars, resources and more.

Go to: Sutton Trust Online (STO) - The Sutton Trust

Course deadlines do vary, but all courses close for applications between mid - October and 2 November.

Y12 & Y13 – Students Interested in Law – Insight to Linklaters

The Solicitor Apprenticeship Route (Tue 20 October 5pm – 6pm online)

Qualify as a solicitor at one of the world's leading law firms, straight from school.

Save my place by visiting: Insight to Linklaters The Solicitor Apprenticeship Route Virtual Event Survey

University isn't the only way into law.

A solicitor apprenticeship lets you train and qualify as a solicitor while you work, earning a salary from day one with no tuition fees.

We're taking Y12 and Y13 students inside Linklaters, one of the world's leading global law firms, to hear from a partner about the work and scale of the firm, meet current apprentices, try a workshop, and learn exactly how to get in.

What you'll come away with:

01 Partner welcome
- An opening from a Linklaters partner, with an overview of the firm's work and its global scale.
02 Apprentice panel
- Current solicitor apprentices on what the role is really like and how they got there.
03 Interactive workshop
- Get hands-on with the kind of work Linklaters apprentices do.
04 Application hints and tips
- How to get into Linklaters: what they look for and how to make your application stand out.
05 Your questions answered
- Put your questions directly to the Linklaters team.

This is for you if You're in Y12 or Y13, you're interested in law, and you want to know whether an apprenticeship could be a better route for you than university. No prior knowledge of law needed.

Places are limited and expected to fill up, so we encourage you to sign up as soon as possible.

Find out if the solicitor apprenticeship is for you.

Y9 - Y13 Become a Pilot – Live Online Commercial Pilot Preparation

A 10-session, live online mentored programme for young people considering a career as a commercial pilot. With opportunities including British Airways Speedbird Pilot Academy, Jet2 FlightPath and training pathways associated with easyJet and Ryanair, there are several routes into the profession and a university degree is not necessarily required.

As aviation continues to develop into 2027 and beyond, piloting also remains a highly skilled, safety-critical career in which human judgement, leadership and decision-making remain fundamental.

Students receive expert tuition and mentorship covering:

Aviation Maths & Physics • Flight Theory • Meteorology • Aircraft Systems • Navigation • Pilot Aptitude • CRM • Airline Competencies • Interview & Application Preparation • Professional Training Pathways

Starts: Sunday 8 November 2026

Age: 14–19 (suitable Year 9 students aged 13 may also join)

Format: 10 live online sessions

For course information and enrolment, visit: The Academy | The Aviation Guy

The Aviation Guy
fly@theaviationguy.co.uk

Y7 – Y11 UK Parliament Work Experience Programme Work experience – UK Parliament

The programme is ideal for students who want to gain more experience in the world of Parliament and is delivered remotely via Waypoint, enabling more young people to gain insight into careers at Parliament. You will get the chance to explore Parliament as a workplace, try realistic tasks inspired by real roles, get personalised feedback to help you grow, and learn about the teams that make Parliament happen.

Find out more here: Work experience - UK Parliament

Y7 – Y11 Civil Aviation Authority Aviation and Aerospace: Spaceport Licence | Springpod

Space is now closer in reach than ever before. Companies worldwide are looking to the skies with the hope of exploring, and being one of the leading stars in the space sector. But, what do they need to get there, and how does the Civil Aviation Authority come into this? Join this Sprint and use your skills to understand the process of preparing a spacecraft launch licence application, and, with the help of expert professionals, you’ll understand key aspects around exploring space.

Find out more here: Aviation and Aerospace: Spaceport Licence | Springpod

Colleges

Activate Learning

Find details of our open days here: 2026-7 Berkshire Open Days

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: Sparsholt College Open Events

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

Royal Holloway University - Y13 Online Personal Statement Review

The process for students is simple. Students are asked to provide their school email address for us to send their reviewed statement back to. Students can submit one version of their personal statement to be reviewed, and the link will be available for Year 13 until the Christmas break, so that they can send it over to us whenever it suits them. This is only available for a small number of schools and colleges, so we ask that the students don't share this link with any friends.

The link for the service is here: RHUL_Personal Statement Review Service 26_LINK

The service is open to all Little Heath sixth formers, regardless of whether they are applying to us or not.

Web: www.royalholloway.ac.uk/schoolsandcolleges | Royal Holloway Schools and Colleges Liaison Team | LinkedIn | Resources for: Parents & Supporters | Upcoming Events: Online and In-person

University Centre Sparsholt

Please could you make your students aware that registrations are now open for University Centre Sparsholt’s next open event on Saturday 7 November 2026, (timings for the event will be confirmed when students book a place). To attend, your students will need to register for this event as soon as possible by visiting: UCS Open Days & Events | University Centre Sparsholt

Black Heritage Students

London School of Economics – Applications are now open for LSE’s Thrive programme!

Give your students a unique first-hand insight into life at one of the world’s leading universities, through a programme designed specifically for students of Black heritage, helping them develop the knowledge, confidence and skills to prepare for higher education.

The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) is inviting Year 12 students of Black heritage to take part in LSE Thrive – a free 10-month hybrid programme designed to help students build confidence, develop key skills, and make competitive applications to LSE and other top universities.

Find out more her: LSE Thrive programme | LSE - LSE

Cambridge University: AI, the Biblical Narrative, and Rival Stories

Tuesday 20 October 2026 - Westminster College

On 20th October at 1pm Prof. Derek Schuurman will give a seminar entitled ‘AI, the Biblical Narrative, and Rival Stories’.

Abstract: Rapid developments in AI have sparked both hopes and fears surrounding AI. Many believe that AI will accelerate progress towards some sort of Utopia. A rival story suggests that advances in technology and AI are inevitable and will ultimately threaten humanity. Each of these visions is informed by a particular worldview story.

Find out more here: University of Cambridge: What's On

Cambridge University: Living Water: A Conversation on Change, Connection and Aquatic Life

Thursday 22 October 2026 -Cambridge University Library

Join us for a special public conversation inspired by the Living Water: Poetry, Art and the Fight for Clean Rivers exhibition at Cambridge University Library and Pembroke College.

Water shapes our planet, sustains life, and connects people, places, and ecosystems. Yet rivers, lakes, wetlands, and oceans are undergoing unprecedented change. This event brings together researchers from the University of Cambridge's Water and Life Research Focus to explore how water supports life, how humans relate to aquatic environments, and how research is helping us understand and respond to a rapidly changing world.

The discussion will range from the origins and future of aquatic life to the cultural importance of water and the challenges posed by environmental change. Panellists will share insights from their research and reflect on how their work has shaped their own understanding of nature, resilience, and our relationship with the living world.

This is an opportunity to hear directly from leading researchers, engage with ideas inspired by the Living Water exhibition, and join a wider conversation about the future of our waters and the life they sustain.

Find out more here: University of Cambridge: What's On

Bristol University: Online Seminar

Bristol University: Environmental change and cognitive decline: The role of heat and particulate matter exposure

21 October 2026

The Cabot Institute for the Environment and the Elizabeth Blackwell Institute for Health Research invite you to attend the next Climate Change and Health seminar.

In this seminar, Wendy Fang and Tim Leeder will explore how climate change and air pollution may be shaping the global rise in dementia, from long-term international trends to emerging evidence on the potential role of airborne metal particulates in triggering neurodegenerative disease.

Find out more here: 2026: Environmental Change and Cognitive Decline - CC&H seminar | Cabot Institute for the Environment | University of Bristol

Exeter University: Research Seminar

Exeter University: Competing for Olive Oil at the Games of a Warrior Goddess: Sport in Democratic Athens

The Classics, Ancient History, Religion and Theology department is hosting a research seminar in the Classics and Ancient History discipline with guest speaker David Pritchard (Queensland).

Thursday 22 October 2026

The Olympics were not actually the biggest Games in ancient Greece. This honour went to the games that the ancient Athenians staged for their patron goddess, Athena. But the Great Panathenaea – the name of these local games – had three mysterious features: winners got many thousands of litres of olive oil as prizes, there were unique sporting events that not even the Olympics had, and many other events were extremely warlike or involved the actual armed forces. This paper attempts to solve these three mysteries by exploring the decidedly colourful myths about this famous warrior goddess within the broader context of the rich sporting world of ancient democratic Athens.

Find out more here: Classics and Ancient History events | Events | University of Exeter

Leed University: Life Sciences Taster Day

Our Life Sciences Taster Days are tailored campus days for Year 12 students interested in – or undecided between - studying Biosciences, Medicine, and Healthcare courses.

Students will take part in a series of practical activities designed to give hands-on insight into the degree and career paths available to them in the area of Life Sciences.

Thursday 3 December 2026 (9am - 4pm)

During this event, students will be able to explore the differences between areas such as Neuroscience and Psychology, and Pharmacy and Pharmacology. They will also have the opportunity to explore a wide array of other STEM and Healthcare-related courses, hearing from a range of academics and student ambassadors from across the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences.

The event is free of charge and lunch will be provided. There will also be the opportunity for students to explore the University's campus and facilities.

Find out more here: Life Sciences | Access and Outreach at Leeds

Glasgow University: Undergraduate Information Session

Are you thinking of applying to study for an Undergraduate degree at Glasgow?

Join our virtual Information Sessions led by a member of staff to discover what makes Glasgow, the university and the city, a great place to study. During the session we can answer questions on our degree programmes, study abroad opportunities, accommodation and life in Glasgow.

Sessions will take place on:

Wednesday 4 November, 4-5pm
Wednesday 2 December, 4-5pm

Find out more here: University of Glasgow - Explore - Visit us - Undergraduate events - Meet us online - Information Sessions - UG Applicant Info Sessions (UK and Ireland)

Labour Market Information

UK Space Industry

The UK space industry directly employs around 55,550 people, with employment growing by nearly 7% in a single year (2022/23). When supply chain and wider supported jobs are included, the sector supports around

Follow this link to learn more: Size and Health of the UK Space Industry 2024 - GOV.UK

Eileen Wooller
Careers Leader

ewooller@littleheath.org.uk