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Welcome to Careers World Magazine, the premier resource for careers information and guidance.

During the spring term many of you will have time between winter and summer exams to think about what happens next after school or college. Thats where we come in!

In every issue we help you discover more about the most popular career sectors, as well as asking experts and successful young people for their tips and advice for the future. In this edition we pitch our questions to the Dragon himself, Peter Jones, and well see how hes investing in the future of potential entrepreneurs.

Nows the time to get to grips with your future and focus on nding the career thats right for you. The best of the best in your region

tell us about themselves!

We give you the lowdown on all the other sectors out there, which well feature in future issues.

Theres never been a better time to be an apprentice. Find out why with our Apprenticeships feature.

Some contact details we think youll nd useful, including web links, email addresses and phone numbers.

Some handy materials for careers advisors, plus some facts and gures about the world of careers.

Some tools, tips and tricks to help you make those important choices, from our very own editor!

We ask our specially selected panel to tell us what they can o er you!

And now for something completely di erent...

Elliot Gardner, EditorFinance & Law

Health & Social Care

Transport & Logistics

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04Entrepreneur and Dragons Den star Peter Jones shares the secrets of his success.

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School grades, so how did you do then?Academic success wasnt a focus for me because I was more interested in enterprise and making money. I wasnt the biggest fan of my primary school in Windsor and so bunked o at every opportunity to sit in the big chair in my fathers o ce and dream about running a big company one day, even though it often got me into trouble.

I liked my secondary school, Windsor Boys, but was still fascinated by those around me who showed enterprising qualities. An English teacher was the only teacher at school to have a top-of-the-range Porsche and I loved nding out how he did it.

Your website mentions running a tennis schools as the start of your entrepreneurial journey. What else inspired you? My parents hugely inspired me when I was growing up. My father was an expert in air conditioning and worked particularly hard. He motivated me to strive harder and reach the top.

However, I have also been inspired in ways that havent brought me success. Impressed by the movie Cocktail, starring Tom Cruise, I opened a cocktail bar in Windsor which didnt do very well and just cost me money. This episode demonstrated the importance of judgement when pursuing any idea.

Do you think you need a speci c mind-set to become an entrepreneur?There are de nitely particular traits which are more common in entrepreneurs, such as grit, perseverance and determination.

However, I fundamentally believe that entrepreneurialism can be taught and that entrepreneurs are not born, they are made. In 2005 I established my own charity in order to help young people have brighter futures, and in 2008 I set up the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy, which is working to put enterprise at the heart of education in the UK.

The key to the Academy network is instilling a can attitude in our future leaders and giving our young people the con dence they need to ful l their dreams. Putting students in front of people who have been there and done it allows them to see how attainable entrepreneurship can be.

We keep hearing the phrase business acumen, but what does this mean to you?Business acumen is all about being able to make good judgements and quick decisions, which ultimately results in e ective business decisions.

This skill is de nitely not limited by age. My 11 year old daughter, Natalia, always has an opinion about those businesses that I have been given

the opportunity to invest in. And nine times out of ten, she is completely right!

Do you think there are more pros than cons to being your own boss?Absolutely. Otherwise I would have backed out of this game a long time ago. Being an entrepreneur requires huge commitment and a lot of hard work, but the rewards are completely worth it.

It is a challenge but you learn to follow your instincts and begin to really value advice from those who have been there before you.

Describe your ideal business partnerFinding your ideal business partner often happens organically, where you have complimentary skills and talents, but mine is extremely hard working and determined. Plus, they must be visionary and be able to lead by example.

Trust is also incredibly important. They must have faith in my choices and abilities, my team and the potential of a business venture.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of being a TV personality?One of the great bene ts of being famous is being able to get exclusive access to other like-minded entrepreneurs and senior executives, many of whom have some fantastic and interesting ideas. I dont see any disadvantages to that.

Peter Jones is a world-famous entrepreneur and star of the hit TV programme, Dragons Den. Peter is from Berkshire and has a long history of achievement when it comes to business. The Peter Jones Enterprise Academy has been running since 2009, taking on the challenge of making business more accessible to students across the country. Peter talks to our editor about his success, the Academy and just what it is that makes him tick.

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If you werent in business, what would be your dream career?I loved tennis and wanted to be a professional but Id still hand in the towel to be a successful entrepreneur. Being in business is the most exciting and challenging career anyone can have and Im pleased its become my chosen path. I wouldnt change it for the world.

Your lifelong love of tennis, what sparked that o ?At age 12, I was helping a teacher at my school to teach tennis and he inspired me later, when I was 16, to set up my rst business, a tennis academy. As a child I used to play tennis at county level, and I still play regularly with ex-professionals. That was a real watershed moment in my life I think. At the time, I had the chance to improve my game with a view to becoming a professional, but there was something in me that wanted to take that talent and develop a successful business from it rather than, say, win Wimbledon.

As a big family man, what advice do you give to your children about careers?I encourage my children to follow their hearts and to choose a path which they are really passionate about only then will they give themselves the best chance of being successful and nding true happiness. It is very important to me that my children work hard and stand on their own two feet. I have set up an arrangement to incentivise my kids to work hard through a funding platform that doubles their income every day for the rest of their lives.

Youve had more than one IT based company, what brought that on? Are you a bit of a tech head?Yes, I love technology and have always been interested in gadgets. My second business was based around building and selling computers. Whenever gadgets are pitched in the Den, its always me who gets instantly excited.

I always say that entrepreneurship is about being innovative and improving something that already exists. This attitude describes technology to the core, which ts perfectly with my overall business mantra. Being innovative isnt about doing something new its about doing something better than your competition.

What is the next big thing for Peter Jones? Anything up your sleeve?I have got many projects on the go at the moment. Since taking over Jessops last year, that has been a huge focus for me and will continue to be for a while. Im hoping there will be lots of opportunities like Jessops for my investment group in 2014.

In 2012 I founded Tycoon in Schools, a nationwide competition that spearheads my mission of putting enterprise at the heart of all education.

Now in its second year, the competition has been even bigger and better, with over 700 students taking part this year from all over the country. I cant wait to see the achievements of this years high yers, and the inspiring young people who apply next year. We had over 3,000 apply this year, which was fantastic.

This competition continues the work that I started with the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy, where we aim to equip budding entrepreneurs with the skills necessary to start their own business, or act entrepreneurially within one. I am thrilled with the journey the Academy has taken so far, where we have about thirty Academies operating across the country, and cant wait to see it grow even more next year.

Is there anything on Dragons Den you regret not investing in?I dont actually. No regrets. Even when I see some products that I chose not to invest in being successfully launched, I dont have regrets. With Wonderland, YUU World, Woodblocx, Alf Turner, Tiny Box, The Present Club, Bare Naked Foods, Reminiscence Pods and the one and only Levi Roots, who can possibly regret anything? The record speaks for itself!

What is your favourite product from Dragons Den? And what was the worst?All of them are my favourite! Not fair to choose one.

And my worst, Layline Beds. Its basically a sheet with a stitched line down the middle to tell husband and wife that this is my space and this is your space. It is ridiculous. That, or the American Inventor guy who said that spinning bicycle hub cabs will be the next craze. Only in America!

If you were to go into the den as a new entrepreneur, what would your pitch be? And how would you stand out?If I said I could turn 50,000 into 1million would you invest? I would then make sure my idea was good enough to capture the Dragons imagination and get them interested. I would end with Are you in?

I would stand out by wearing a smart, sharp suit and wear the most outrageous stripy socks I could nd!

If I were 15/16 and wanted to be an entrepreneur, what would you say to me?I would encourage you to have a vision and then make that vision bigger, because the bigger your vision the more successful you are likely to be. Dont be swayed from your vision by anyone, and make your own decisions.

Then make sure you do su cient research, nding out not only what your competitors are doing, but also how you can make your product or service that little bit better.

Finally, it is important to have fun, because business is about more than making money. People will be more likely to buy your product or service if you are having fun and enjoying the business.

However, ultimately, I would encourage you to log onto www.pjea.org.uk, to nd out everything about the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy and join our nationwide network!

If you could do exactly what you wanted with the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy, what would you do?I would ensure that every college in the country has an Academy within it and that all young people were given the chance to apply.

I want to continue to ensure that our Academy network continues to put enterprise at the very heart of the UK education system and that the learning by doing method is widely implemented and respected, helping young people to make their dreams a reality.

How much input did you have in setting up The Academy?A great deal. I founded The Academy back in 2008 and our rst intake of students was in 2009. My vision was to create and encourage a more entrepreneurial activity in the UK, based on a philosophy of learning by doing.

All of our pioneering courses have been developed in conjunction with Pearson (Edexcel), as well as education and industry experts, and I had a personal hand in the writing of these quali cations. Im very proud of what we have achieved in such a short amount of time.

How do you think careers advice should be given to students?We deliberately designed the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy to be completely di erent from the traditional academic environment.

We are pioneering a new approach to teaching entrepreneurship by focusing on learning by doing. That means combining business theory with business practice to replicate the environment of the real business world. And ultimately, we believe thats the best way to unlock the potential of the next generation of entrepreneurs.

The best way to learn how to succeed is to work with those who have been there and done it, and to get stuck in and give it a go yourself.

Students receive master classes in entrepreneurship from the best in the business, where they have heard from the likes of Paul Lindley of Ellas Kitchen and David, Vanessa and Jacqueline Gold.

What are the Academys best success stories?There are so many of these it is tricky to keep track! Each year we recognise the most outstanding student across The Academy network, where the National Entrepreneur of the Year is announced.

Our 2012 winner, Rob Nunn is developing his business that aims to encourage people into the aviation industry.

There is no stopping the 2013 winner, Harry Day, who is running a tailoring business and currently working on the development of it in Bangkok!

Who is better at business, you or Alan Sugar?Alan is a great friend of mine and I think very highly of him.

He is a big supporter of the Peter Jones Enterprise Academy and has such a wealth of experience. I think hes better because hes older and wiser!

People love your socks. Do you have a favourite pair?My stripy ones, of course. I launched my own range of socks a few years back, where all the proceeds go to charity. Theyve been very popular.

Duncan Bannatyne, Deborah Meaden, Theo Paphitis: Snog, Marry, Avoid?Wow, what a question! I wouldnt snog any of them. Nor would I want to be married to them. Lastly, Im not saying who Id avoid!

Which actor would you like to play you in a lm of your life? Im guessing not Tom CruisePierce Brosnan.

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Each issue, we ask our editor to give you a roundup of the topics that might a ect you, as well as the choices you need to make about your future. As you can imagine, there are plenty of things going on that tend to stay behind the scenes. Usually, youd have to trawl through pages of information to learn all this, but dont worry; weve done all that for you!

GCSE MATHS & ENGLISH REFORM

Ive been thinking about whether there is some golden piece of advice

that I can o er you in your search for a career, and the number one thought that keeps cropping up in my head is simply do

your research. Its all well and good thinking I want to go to university, but

what course? What job do you want at the end of it

all? There is a career path for all of us but the most di cult step is nding it.

The majority of us dont have a job handed to us on a platter so we need to get out there and look for ourselves! If you dont know what you want to do dont hesitate, start

looking! Get careers advice from your school or college, have a look at all the di erent kinds of

Apprenticeships, rummage around UCAS to nd a uni course that suits you and most importantly, dont dismiss anything based

on what someone else has told you.

Its your career, go nd what suits you!

Maths and English not your strong point? Just going to breeze through your GCSEs without giving it a real go? Looks like youll need to think again.

KEY FACTS GCSEs have changed a lot this year If you dont manage a C grade in

Maths and English, you will have to carry them on until the age of 18

Its because employers want a good understanding of Maths and English. Almost every career has some dealing with these subjects

You dont have to go to college to continue studying, there are many ways to re-do your GCSEs

You wont just be retaking your exams over and over, the focus is on developing your skills

WHATS CHANGED?You might have heard murmurs about changes to the way GCSEs are going to be carried out this year. The big di erence is that students who fail to get a minimum of grade C in GCSE Maths and English will have to carry on these subjects up until the age of 18. What this means is that thousands of pupils will have to take additional courses to get their literacy and numeracy skills up to scratch after they have left school. This might be with a college, training provider or other educational body, but whatever the route, you can be sure its going to have a big impact. In the past you could stick with the grades you received from exams no matter what they were, but the Government has said this isnt good enough anymore.

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BUT WHY DID THEY CHANGE IT?

Its because generally employers like a good understanding of Maths and English more than anything else learned at school. That doesnt mean you should just jack in geography; all subjects are good for something, but these are skills everyone needs in the workplace. The Government have decided the education sector needed shaking up with big changes being made to both schools and exams. Every other

country in the developed world carries on with numeracy and literacy after the age of 16 and our Government is keen to not let the UK fall behind.

In terms of careers, most employers ask for a minimum of grade C in English and Maths no matter the position. What do nurses, engineers, receptionists and shop workers all have in common? (No smart answers please) They all have some dealing with Maths or English; it could be working out discounts on the y or lling out contracts.

If a pupil is leaving without this level of quali cation, they are at a massive disadvantage in the job market.

WHAT DOES IT MEAN TO YOU?

I know that many of you will be worrying about what all this means, but it might not be as bad as you think. While the ideal situation is to pass your English and Maths GCSEs with a C, if you really struggle then dont think you are just going to be re-sitting over and over again.

The focus is on continuous development rather than just grades. This means that you might be able to do an equivalent quali cation thats more suited to your style of learning.

You also dont have to go to college for further education if this wasnt going to be your route after school. There will be other methods of study that you can take part in, so dont think you wont be able to start an Apprenticeship or Traineeship just because your grades werent ideal.

WHAT ELSE IS CHANGING?Surprisingly, changes to Maths and English are not the only things new about exams. Starting this year GCSEs are changing from a modular format to becoming linear. What this means is instead of a few smaller tests at the end of each part of your course, there will be one or two big exams in May/June. You also wont be able to re-sit one particular part of your GCSE if you didnt get the grade in that module that you wanted. You have to re-take every exam in that subject.

For example, if you did fantastically and got an A* in your calculator test in maths, but slipped up and got an E in your non-calculator one, you have to retake both if youre not willing to stick with the overall grade. Bear in mind you also wont have to retake any classroom assessments youve had (For Example timed practical tests in Art or IT).

Theres also going to be a big focus on Spelling, Punctuation and Grammar. For subjects that you have to write a lot, i.e.

English, Geography, History and R.E, there will be quite a hefty amount of marks geared speci cally towards them. So make sure youre not telling examiners about the lives of Jebus and Ghundi.

If youre in Year 10 and thinking about taking A-Levels then you have to watch out. A similar system is coming into e ect from 2015 for further education as well. No more AS and A2 exams, just one big exam period.


Make sure you get involved over twitter, follow @Apprenticeships and check in on #NAW2014. If you are considering an Apprenticeship but cant nd one to suit you then chances are you are about to have your eyes opened. Dozens of employers post vacancies during the run up and throughout the week. Really its the best possible time to consider an Apprenticeship.

Yes, this might sound like one big advert but if youre even considering an Apprenticeship in the slightest then the week can be a really important time of year for you, so stick it in your calendar and try to get involved with as much as possible.

The variety in events is huge. You could attend a careers event at your local college, or an employer might be o ering work experience for the week. Its not just schools that get involved. Big businesses like British Gas see how useful it is to inspire young people to consider becoming an Apprentice. Get over to apprenticeships.org.uk to have a look whats going on in your area.

Dont forget, its National Careers Week at the same time as Apprentice Week, but over at Careers World we believe that any week of the year can be a careers week. I mean except Christmas. Who wants to be thinking about jobs at Christmas? Thats presents time...

THEY REALLY ARE A BIG DEALRecently there has been a study focusing on education in 30 countries. It has found that vocational education (thats education thats focused on a speci c eld of employment to you and me, e.g. Apprenticeships, BTECs, etc) is much more likely to get you a job than just a general education. Not only this, but the people on vocational courses have a better chance to wind up with a long-term position, not just a short starter job, and a much higher starting wage than young people who have just gone through a standard route of education.

It has also been found that individuals who took part in a practical work-based course, like an Apprenticeship, were even more likely to nd a job than those who did classroom based courses like BTECs. This is because the courses are designed in partnership with the employer, meaning they know exactly what skills the students have, and can gear the course more towards relevant areas. And honestly, its much easier to keep on an Apprentice that you have already trained than nding someone new.

Dont get worried if work-based courses arent for you. The research showed that even work experience is enough to give you an edge over other candidates, so get going and do all you can to gain as much experience as possible.

NATIONAL APPRENTICESHIP WEEKA huge success in past years, National Apprenticeship Week, set up by the National Apprenticeship Service, is returning in 2014 and is fast approaching. Designed to celebrate and increase awareness of Apprenticeships, NAW is a great event that promotes Apprenticeships of all levels to students, employers, schools, colleges, training providers and the media. Loads of good stu goes on all across the country so youre guaranteed to nd something you can get involved with.

This year NAW takes place on 3rd-7th March and there are over 900 events to attend across the UK (no, that isnt a challenge). Apprenticeships are becoming a big deal. Last year Prime Minister David Cameron said he wanted to make Apprenticeships, alongside university, the new norm for pupils leaving school.

HOW WILL IT BE DONE?Youll be able to rest a bit easier knowing that the number of students who havent managed to pass before leaving sixth-form or college will be reported in that schools performance tables, meaning that it is in schools and colleges interests to provide the best possible education to encourage you to pass. Some schools in the past have entered pupils into easier quali cations so they dont have to show low grades to the public, but the new rules will put a stop to this; everyone will be educated to the same level. The funding of colleges will also be changed. Basically if they dont have great English and Mathematics departments, they wont get as much cash.

WHO IT AFFECTSThe new rules have already come into e ect. Meaning if you are gearing up to do your GCSEs next term you might be staying on a bit longer than you thought, but only if you dont get the right grades. Of course this only matters to you if you dont pass your Maths and English exams rst time around. It can be seen as a little push to try your best in your exams, but lets be honest you should be doing that already, and you really dont want additional subjects looming over your head when youre trying to think about where you want your career to go. Post 16 study is hard enough without having to think about left-over GCSEs as well!

The change goes hand-in-hand with the Raised Participation Age of education (discussed in the previous issue of Careers World) which means school-leavers are required to stay in some form of education until they are 17, which is soon to be extended to 18.

FINAL THOUGHTSWhile this new system may seem unfair to a lot of you, it really does make sense. If you could see the amount of job listings out there that say must have English and Maths GCSE Grade C or equivalent your collective jaws would drop. Its not just courses and careers where youre required to write or add up; employers like to know that if they hand you any task that crops up, youll be able to handle it.

The most important thing to take away from it is that even if the work is that bit tougher now, in the long run it will be good for you. Youll be able to apply for tonnes more jobs and the satisfaction youll get from knowing that you passed is worth all the extra e ort.

Employing over 80,000 people, across the East Midlands, the NHS is a very large employer able to offer various training and development schemes; where our nationally recognised Apprenticeship programmes are seen as beneficial in attracting new and young staff into the NHS; currently available in over 80 frameworks relevant to health, they provide on the job training and qualifications for anyone over the age of 16 and are a route for providing fully skilled and flexible employees that progress through the organisation and are motivated to make a career in the NHS.

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Really surprised at the level of skills, maturity and enthusiasm our Apprentice already had when they came into the office environment, even though she had limited work experience previously

It would be ideal for us to always have at least one Apprentice in our team so that we can support developing the skills of young people locally and develop skills in our team. Hopefully they will want to stay with us in our department and develop a career with us.

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The Apprenticeship is helping me to improve and expand my skills and giving me the confidence to tackle different projects

I feel it will give me the opportunity to progress and learn more skills

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CAREERS AND EDUCATION CHOICES CAN BE SCARY! HOW SHOULD APPLICANTS MAKE THEIR DECISION?

As a starting point I would say speak to their parents, teachers and anyone that they know in a position or profession that interests them.

After that, research is the next key activity I would recommend. The applicant should ensure they have a sound and thorough understanding of their chosen path; the internet is great for getting information and is a vital tool in discovering more about a career that interests you. I would also suggest work experience as this is another excellent way to nd out if your planned career is de nitely for you, it can provide you with valuable hands-on experience of a workplace.

WHAT LEARNING ENVIRONMENT CAN SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS EXPECT WITH YOU?

One that is supportive and committed to lifelong learning. We provide protected study time and track progress to ensure that we can provide for anyone who is having di culties. We are dedicated to providing a fantastic level of support to our applicants and do all we can to facilitate this. We do this in partnership with our education providers and this has led us to having an excellent pass rate.

WHAT SUPPORT DO YOU OFFER SUCCESSFUL APPLICANTS TO HELP THEM ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS?

We provide as much support as is needed; from help with completing any application forms, to interview practice, to time o to attend interviews. The assistance we provide is tailored to the individual and we bring in expertise from across our organisation so that the applicant has the bene t of the experience and fantastic level of knowledge and know-how contained across our network.

WHY SHOULD CANDIDATES PICK YOU?They should pick us for a variety of reasons. First of which is our proven track record of success. Applicants can expect an encouraging environment committed to helping them pass with ying colours. Secondly, we o er genuine support for applicants, helping them achieve and grow. Finally, it is important to note how many of our previous applicants have gone on to permanent jobs with some already climbing the careers ladder and making a name for themselves.

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Ask the Experts

Are you frustrated by all the choices you face? Dont you wish there was a way to compare all your options, or to have those key questions answered? Well, weve done it for you. Weve put together a team of experts from your area to give you an insight into what kind of experiences, bene ts and future they can o er you. Weve asked the same questions to each expert, to help you decide on the right choice for you.

The Employer


De Montfort University (DMU) is committed to giving its students an education that will propel them into successful careers, while equipping them with vital life skills.Web: www.dmu.ac.uk


Once you have decided that university is an option for you, the rst step is to research which courses are available. You are ideally looking for courses that you will enjoy, but also that will allow you to go into a career you are interested in. The UCAS website is a great place to start, before moving on to universities websites and prospectuses as your research progresses. We also recommend going along to open days to see what the campus is like and what facilities the university has to o er.

The University

Develop Training is a leading training course provider of compliance based Health and Safety interventions to a wide range of sectors including Facilities Management and the UK Utilities Industry comprising of the Gas and Water sectors.

Web: www.developtraining.co.uk


The career path should always come rst. When an applicant understands what they want to do and more importantly, what they would enjoy doing as a career, they can then align their training to support their education and quali cations, which will in turn then underpin their application with the relevant quali cations and result in being successful in obtaining role.

The Training Provider

New College Stamford o ers education and training to over 4,000 students every year providing a huge range of courses Apprenticeships, A Levels, Diplomas, part-time courses and higher education theres something for everyone.

Web: www.stamford.ac.uk


Theres nothing to be scared of because theres lots of help available! We generally make choices based on our likes and dislikes, our skills and abilities, and our thoughts of what we want to achieve, so this are a good place to start. Once you have some ideas, share them with your family, friends, teacher, etc. to get their input. If you are over 18, The National Careers Service can also help you. Next, consider all your options and do your research; nd out about sixth form, college, employment, work-based training and other opportunities that are available to you. Contact those you are interested in and make the most of any open days, taster

The College



At De Montfort University (DMU) we have invested around 200 million in providing award-winning facilities which include industry standard equipment, studio spaces, a 24 hour library, specially designed workshops and a wide range of places for you to play sport, relax and enjoy yourself.


DMU o ers a range of support for all students, from academic assistance to help

you achieve everything you want to during your studies, to advice and guidance from our Careers and Employability Team to help you accomplish your occupational goals.

We also have a dedicated Student Support Team whore always there to help you make the most of your time at DMU, and assist with any queries you have during your time with us.

WHY SHOULD CANDIDATES PICK YOU?With a 90 million campus transformation project in progress and the recent launch of #DMUglobal, now really is an exciting time to study at DMU.

We are committed to ensuring our students

graduate ready for the world of work, so our courses are designed with employability in mind. Not only are more than 170 of our courses professionally accredited, but we also provide 1,850 work placements with companies such as Caterpillar, 3M and PepsiCo.

Our new initiative, #DMUglobal aims to give the majority of our students an international experience while studying with us, ultimately enhancing their CV and giving them a competitive edge. The placements will be tailored to your academic needs and provide rewarding life experiences. It could be anything from a week of intensive language training, to a whole year abroad working at a global company.


Our learning environment is varied, ranging from hands on experience where candidates can have a go themselves and really get to grips with the material they will be dealing with in the work place, to a more formal classroom based educational environment, where all of the latest technology and learning implements are used to make the experience a focussed and enjoyable one.


We dont just o er a theoretical learning experience, we also make sure our training can be transferred into the work place, enabling us to support our candidates throughout their placements, through direct mentoring and assessment of competence. We also support many of our distance learning trainees with electronic work books or portfolios where candidates can upload supportive documentation and evidence that can be reviewed by an assessor remotely over the internet.

WHY SHOULD CANDIDATES PICK YOU?We o er a diverse range of training products, along with an in depth level of experience from our training team. Our courses are presented by trainers that have extensive industry experience and who are experts in their eld, this is re ected by the standard of education o ered, and is supported by excellent delegate feedback from candidates who have previously chosen Develop as their preferred supplier of technical training.

events or other opportunities to visit, and go armed with any questions you may have. Dont forget to consider transport, nance and any additional support you may need before making your nal choice.


A professional and friendly one, with state-of-the-art facilities and industry-led teaching standards. Our aim is to ensure all our students are ready and able to successfully enter the job market and achieve in their chosen careers. Our links with local employers, community groups and other stakeholders creates an employment focused learning environment

that incorporates industry site visits, guest speakers and work-related projects that will help prepare and support our students future progression.


There is lots of support during the application process and this continues once you are at New College Stamford. As well as our teaching sta , we have student advisors, counsellors, chaplains and careers guidance advisors to ensure every student progresses to the best of their ability and achieves their goals.

WHY SHOULD CANDIDATES PICK YOU?Because we put our students rst. Our reputation for student support and achievement, coupled with superb facilities, resources and industry links, provides an exceptional learning environment with fantastic progression opportunities. We are in the top 5% of all schools and colleges in the UK and DFES Performance Tables have rated us as Lincolnshires Best Performing College.

For more information about New College Stamford and our range of courses, visit www.stamford.ac.uk or to receive a 2014/15 Prospectus call 01780 484311.

Earn While You Learn Level 2/Level 3 apprenticeships available in:

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Riseholme College apprenticeships are designed for people who know what they want to do and cant wait to get into work.

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TraineeshipsTraineeships are a new programme for young people aged 16-24 who want to work, but who need extra help gaining an Apprenticeship or job. Traineeships will give these individuals the opportunity to develop the skills and workplace experience that local employers require within their business.

Traineeships will last a maximum of six months. The core content will be a high quality work placement and work preparation training, including a focus on English and maths skills. First College, and a bank of local employers, will ensure these elements are brought together in the best possible way, in order to engage and support individual trainees.

Employers will be at the very centre of Traineeships, o ering rst-rate work placements in

partnership with First College.

Traineeships o er employers the opportunity to shape young peoples training and experience, creating a larger pool of high quality applicants for their sector to draw on. Employers can in uence the design of Traineeships in their local area to make sure they provide young people with the skills and attributes that will bene t their business.

If you are a young person who thinks that you may need a little more support before entering into an Apprenticeship, you would just like to nd out more how a Traineeship could help you, or alternatively if you are a local Employer who would like to be a part of this exciting new programme then please call Jude Ingram on 01507 601122.

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Bridging the Gap between Education and IndustryDaventry UTC o ers students aged 14-19 the opportunity to follow a high quality, technical and integrated course of study, in facilities equipped to the highest standards.

Daventry UTC is ideally placed to take advantage of the strong industrial environment of world-class business partners. Daventry UTC delivers a unique blend of technical specialisations (Engineering, Modern Methods of Construction and Environmental Sustainability) underpinned by traditional values. Students study up to 10 GCSEs plus a Level 2 Technical Diploma in years 10 & 11. In years 12 & 13 they will undertake a Level 3 Technical Diploma as well as having the opportunity to complement this with up to 3 A Levels.

Apprenticeships are planned for the near future.

Industry partners sponsor the technical Challenge Projects that are the backbone of the integrated curriculum. Challenge Projects provide technical assignments that really focus on students skills. Students bene t from working in teams, learning from the experience and knowledge of their industry mentors and university ambassadors. This is all blended with work-based placements where their learning is brought to life in the workplace.

Daventry UTC are successfully bridging the gap to enable their students to transfer between education and industry more easily, thereby giving young people a head start for entering the world of work, or progressing to University.

For more information Tel: 01327 877684Email: [email protected]

Or visit: www.daventryutc.com

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National Design AcademyHere at the National Design Academy we love hearing success stories from our students and we try and keep in touch and follow everyone on their professional journey after graduation. We recently received a lovely success story from a past student, Vicky Wilkins.I set up my interior design business after moving to Devon in 2002. I had worked in the industry in the past, but wanted a quali cation to add credibility to my experience.

Living in Devon limited my options as there was nowhere nearby that o ered an appropriate course. I had previously completed a diploma with NDA, so looked at what they were o ering. I decided to take a Foundation Degree in Interior Design as a distance learning course.During the course I visited NDA to take a Sketch Up class where I met fellow students, which gave me a huge boost.

Mid degree, in 2010, I had a baby and she su ered some medical problems. I didnt think I was going to be able to complete my course, but my tutors at NDA were

so understanding that they extended my dates and in 2011 I completed my degree.

Since then the business has gone from strength to strength and in June I submitted a project for a restaurant refurbishment to the SBID Interior Design Awards 2013. I was delighted to be shortlisted as one of the last 4 nalists in my category Intelligent Design. Of those 4 we are the only UK Company.

To get this far feels like we have already won and I wouldnt have been able to do this without NDA.

Web: www.nda.ac.ukTel: 0115 9123 412

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Award success for Riseholme College apprenticesHard work paid o for students James Chantry and Edward Brown, both of whom received awards at the Lincolnshire and Rutland Skills Awards 2013.

James was awarded Apprentice of the Year in Engineering and Manufacturing Technologies, while Edward was Runner Up Apprentice of the Year in Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care.

The Apprentice of the Year Award seeks to acknowledge and celebrate apprentices achievements and exceptional contribution to their workplace.

James, from Gainsborough, studied Land-based Engineering at Riseholme and works for machinery servicers and suppliers, Platts Harris in Tuxford, Nottinghamshire. He will now be entered into the national nal which takes place in

London later this year. He said,

I am extremely pleased to have won this award. After putting a lot of time and e ort into my quali cation it is nice to get recognition for the e ort! I am grateful to my employers for supporting me with time and guidance. I had other options as to where to study but choosing Riseholme was a wise decision.

I decided to do an Apprenticeship because I was tired of sitting behind a school desk. I wanted to continue learning but get work experience, using my hands, doing a job I love and have grown up with.

He is passionate about the Apprenticeship scheme, saying:

The impact on me has been incredible. The Apprenticeship has boosted my skills, my knowledge and my con dence, its brilliant! Choosing an Apprenticeship was the best thing I ever did.

PLEASE BOOK onto one of our Open Days to nd out more about the College and its courses. Call 01522 895359.

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Innovate Post-16 careers support and life skillsIf youre aged 16-19 and think you could bene t from some extra support in taking the next step in your education or career, then Innovate is for you.

Innovate is a short, intensive careers support programme, which is available to young people across Derbyshire. The programme includes:

Support nding a job or an Apprenticeship

Assistance in nding voluntary and work experience placements

Help creating a professional CV and writing cover letters

Mock interview practice Life skill sessions (such as

money management) Interactive team building

and enrichment activities Enterprise opportunities for

budding entrepreneurs

Youll also have the opportunity to attend a weekly job club and access support from an

Innovate coach until you secure employment, education or training.

Innovate 14-16 Enterprise programme for schools

The Innovate team will also be working with schools across Derbyshire to enable KS4 students to develop business and employability skills, and ensure they positively progress into their chosen post-16 option. The schools project involves learners working as a team to create products that will be sold to raise money for their chosen local charities. This is an excellent opportunity for young people who would like to develop their creative and practical skills and experience running a small business. Innovate will include IAG in all sessions and support careers delivery sta .

Both Innovate programmes are delivered by Acorn Training Consultants: a Derbyshire based training provider that has been helping local people ful l their potential for over 17 years.

Would you like more details? Please contact us at:Tel: 01773 747 377

Email: [email protected]: www.acorn-training.com

QE: Turning Aspiration in to ExcellenceWyggeston & Queen Elizabeth I College, known as QE, is a successful Sixth Form College in Leicester. Attracting students from Leicester City, the County and beyond, we specialise in advanced level education, o ering a wide range of AS/A-level subjects, and Level 3 BTEC in Sport.

QE is a great place to learn, with high quality facilities in all areas. In recent years we have made signi cant improvements to our teaching and learning resources, ensuring that all classrooms, laboratories and private study areas are equipped to a high standard.

Its not all about studying though! QE is well-known for its extensive enrichment programme. Students have the opportunity to choose from a host of courses and activities

designed to support, extend and o er a contrast to their main quali cations. We also provide a range of dining and social spaces giving students the opportunity to take a break from studying, catch up with friends, and meet new ones.

A comprehensive range of support is available for all students including personal tutors, academic coaches and subject tutorials. Our Student Services team provides support and advice on nance and welfare issues, and academic support is provided on an individual basis for students with speci c needs.

Students at QE consistently achieve high levels of academic performance meaning that they are well prepared to move into a wide range of Higher Education and professional employment areas.

If you would like to nd out more about QE please visit our website or get in touch with us.

Web: www.wqeic.ac.ukTelephone: 0116 247 2887

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WHATS THE FINANCE AND LAW SECTOR ALL ABOUT?

Finance is all about cash. How its made, whos making it, who isnt making enough and why. If a company isnt making a pro t, how can you improve their situation? On a smaller scale, its about paying people their wages, working out expenses and giving out nancial advice to people. Law is pretty much as it says; it covers our legal system, from legal secretaries and lawyers right the way up to the judges that deliver verdicts.

WHAT KIND OF SALARY CAN I EXPECT TO EARN?

With regards to law, the starting salaries are quite high; usually between 14,000 and 17,000, Finance will be a bit lower to start with, between 10,500 and 13,000, but progression can be fairly quick and people in the nance sector usually earn high bonuses on top of their basic pay, which is over 30,000 when you become fully quali ed in your eld.

WHAT KIND OF ENVIRONMENT WOULD I BE WORKING IN?

In the Finance sector, youll probably be based in an o ce environment when you rst start out. As you progress, youll nd the building around you gets bigger and

posher. If you give nancial advice, you might even nd yourself working from home! In the Legal sector, you might be in an o ce sorting case notes, or in the court room where the action is!

HOW DOES THIS SECTOR COMPARE TO OTHERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY?

This sector employs 1 million+ people in the UK and takes on more than 70,000 new starters a year. Its also one of the highest paying; a fully quali ed accountant could earn in excess of 50,000 a year! In the Law sector, 250,000 people make up the work force, of which almost half is made up of solicitors and barristers!

WHERE IS THE WORK MOST CONCENTRATED?

You will generally nd both sectors are based in the big cities. You might see a few private law rms in smaller villages and towns, but the bigger companies prefer to be based in the main UK cities, such as London, Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham. As Finance also covers banking, its worth pointing out that banks usually have branches in smaller places to accommodate the town population.

Making money; youve got to love it. But do you know how that money is made? Why some companies make more than others? Perhaps you want to defend somebody in court or play the other side and send somebody down? This sector will show you how you can get a career started doing just that.

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THE REAL WORLDEmmaCooper Parry Group Ltd, DerbyThroughout school I was unsure of the career path I wanted to take. After research into possible careers and deciding not to go to University, I contacted a local accountant and found out what accountancy was really about. The combination of nance and understanding more about business really appealed to me.

I chose the ACA quali cation because it is so widely respected and I could undertake the quali cation whilst learning on the job. I quali ed as an ICAEW Chartered Accountant last year and am now working towards an Assistant Manager position.

I have been working at Cooper Parry for six years now and am currently an Audit Associate. I typically lead a team of two to ve people out of the clients premises. We undertake their annual audit, whilst aiming to understand their business and add value to the client wherever possible. My most challenging moments have been managing client expectations during a group debt reorganisation, and having a di cult conversation with an underperforming team member. Both were extremely worthwhile the client was grateful for the help and the team member was able to develop and improve.


ACCOUNTANCYAccountancy is all about crunching numbers and keeping track of both companies and individual peoples nances. Every company has an accountant, no matter what trade its in and you might be tasked with anything from pro t forecasts (how much money the company is expected to make) to calculating how much tax is owed to the government (how much money the company is expected to pay in tax. Obviously.)

FINANCIAL ADVICEEverybody needs nancial advice at some point; whether its getting a mortgage for a new house, making a big purchase (a new car or big holiday) or planning for a baby, people need to know how to manage the funds they have to get the most out of their money. Youll be giving out advice to a whole host of clients, from individuals and families to multi-national corporations.

BANKINGBanking is a broad term for everything to do with personal and corporate nances. Its a huge sector that comprises 3 di erent sectors; Commercial Banking (local banks such as HSBC, Lloyds and Natwest), Corporate Banking (for businesses) and wholesale banking (for the government and other international banks). Youll be tasked with managing money, approving loans, exchanging foreign money and paying in/cashing cheques.

LEGAL ADMINISTRATIONA court of law isnt just a judge, council and jury; there are lots of people working behind the scenes to make sure the legal process is as smooth as possible. You could be arranging evidence for a case, making sure reports and studies are all in order and even taking notes in the court room on a hearing.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT TO EARN?Salaries in the Finance sector vary depending on how quali ed you are. Starting salaries are usually between 10,500 and 13,000, but in some sectors, such as banking, you receive yearly bonuses which increase as your salary goes up. Legal salaries tend to start a bit higher, somewhere around the 14,500 mark and then tend to go up based on your role and quali cation. The average fully quali ed legal administrator earns around 27,000.

Careers ChoicesFinance and Law is a very important sector; it runs the numbers and makes the rules that we live by. From working out tax deductions for a company to passing sentence on a criminal, Finance and Law is a truly diverse area to be in. It covers a lot of different job roles, so we couldnt possibly list them all! Here are all the main ones for your enjoyment

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REGIONAL FOCUSFinance is big business in this

region. Several large banks and credit card companies

have made this area the base of their operations. Barclaycard is based in Northampton and the

American company Capital One has its EU headquarters

in Nottingham city centre.

The University of Nottingham is often named as one of the countrys best universities for

Law, making Nottingham a great city to get started in a legal career. Because of the regions links to London, the East Midlands have become

a great hub for jobs in the legal trade.

APPRENTICESHIPSThere are a few Apprenticeships you can undertake to get you into this sector. Apprenticeships count as a Level 2 quali cation and you it will take the form of an NVQ, Diploma or BTEC.Accounting Payroll Marketing and Communications Providing Financial Services

ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPSThese are the equivalent to A-Levels and can usually be joined after completing the associated Intermediate Apprenticeship. They are ideal for people who want a practical role as they learn while gaining valuable employment experience. People with Advanced Apprenticeships tend to progress up the ladder a lot quicker than those without, as the skills they learn are more suited to management and supervisory roles. Here are some of the Apprenticeship Frameworks for this sector and all of these will result in a Level 3 quali cation such as a BTEC, a Diploma or an NVQ.Accounting Advising on Financial Products Payroll Providing Financial Services Legal Services

A-LEVELSA-Levels are the most popular gateway into university and are sought after by employers. Here are some of the relevant A-Levels for this sector:Maths Economics Business Studies Law Accounting Statistics

FOUNDATION DEGREESA Foundation Degree combines university lifestyle with practical, hands on work. Its sort of like a cross between an Apprenticeship and an Honours Degree. They are often used as gateway quali cations to a full time Degree as they count towards the rst two years of an Honours Degree. They usually take two years to complete and youll be both in the work place and on the university campus.

EMPLOYER FUNDED STUDYIf you dont fancy going to uni but still want to be an accountant, you can train through organisations such as ICAEW and PwC. KMPG are ideal for school leavers and o er a 6 year course which will result in an internationally recognised award instead of an honours degree.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONSYou can also undertake short courses to boost your credentials and specialise in a certain area of the Finance and Law sector. For example, to work in investment banking you could gain a CISI Introduction to Investment award.

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PEOPLE OR LESS

MANAGERIAL ROLES ACCOUNT FOR

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Where to beginIf you think this is the sector for you, read on to learn more about how you can kick your career off

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There are a huge range of jobsavailable in adult social care, such as...

front line care workers, therapists, activity organisers, managers, administration

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For more information about adult social care Apprenticeships:

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WHATS THE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE SECTOR ALL ABOUT?

If you couldnt have guessed by the name, its about helping people who have fallen ill, hurt themselves or have problems at home. The medical side of this industry is vast; doctors, nurses, healthcare assistants, physiotherapists, dentists, psychiatrists and many more roles help keep this country in top working order. The Social Care side helps people with more domestic issues, like fostering children, working with people with learning disabilities and helping families deal with issues.

WHAT KIND OF SALARY CAN I EXPECT TO EARN?

The average starting salary in this sector is around 13,000, but will quickly increase as you become more experienced and quali ed (this is especially the case with nurses). A fully quali ed nurse will earn upwards of 27,000 and doctors can earn anywhere between 38,000 and 63,000 depending on their speciality. Social workers usually start on 19,000 but can easily be on 35,000 when they become fully quali ed and experienced.

WHAT KIND OF ENVIRONMENT WOULD I BE WORKING IN?

This depends on which area of the health sector you go into. If you work in Social Care, you will be out and about helping people in your remit. Some areas of

responsibility are rather large, so you might need to travel a lot. A more of a medical environment awaits those in the Health sector; healthcare assistants can work anywhere from A&E to maternity, whereas doctors and nurses might be based in local surgeries or in hospitals.


As you can imagine, this is a huge sector in the UK. There are more than 1.52 million healthcare workers and over 1.56 million social care workers in this country, so itll come as no surprise that the UK National Health Service (NHS) is the largest employer in all of Europe!

WHERE IS THE WORK MOST CONCENTRATED?

Every town or city has a hospital. If it didnt, people would get very stuck very quickly. Doctors surgeries can be found in smaller towns and villages, with some surgeries covering more than one village if the area isnt particularly built up. Social Workers work closely with the local authorities helping people in that particular area, but you do also get private rms which cover larger areas of the UK.

Health & Social CareEverybody gets sick at some point, its just the way it goes. To help us get better, we need the very best in doctors, nurses, dentists and other medical sta . It could be a strong bout of man u or a bump on the head from falling down the stairs; whatever it is, these guys have got you covered. If you want to be on the side that saves and improves lives, then youve chosen wisely!

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THE REAL WORLDOllie,Oaklands Community CareOllie left school at the age of sixteen and was unclear about which career path he wanted to take.

Then he heard about an Apprenticeship at Oaklands Community Care, who deliver care and support services to people with learning disabilities and mental health issues. Ollie felt this might be the career for him as he already had experience within his family of the positive impact supported care can have.

At Oaklands he was treated like a member of the team from the outset. Initially he began shadowing project workers, getting to know service users and taking on his own responsibilities. All this support helped Ollie gain con dence.

Every day is di erent for Ollie. His tasks are varied and can include escorting service users to medical appointments, helping them to shop and cook, or just o ering emotional support over a cup of tea.

Ollie works with a wide selection of adults with varying needs across a range of di erent age groups. He feels a sense of achievement every day, helping vulnerable adults back into the community and supporting their needs.

After school, Ollie didnt think that he would be studying again, but it is clear to him now that being an apprentice is the ideal work-based route to a long term career, supported by on-going work training.

Ollie said: I would de nitely recommend the Apprenticeship programme to those who want to gain experience in care whilst training and studying. Its a brilliant programme and the training is second to none.


ADULT SOCIAL CARECaring for adults is all about helping people who want to go out and live life, but for varying reasons couldnt do it by themselves. Its not about being a form of babysitter; its about helping people live their lives with dignity and independence. Some people are full time carers for family members, or look after several people during the course of their week. Salaries vary depending on your role and, perhaps more poignantly, when in the week you work. Night shifts, bank holidays and weeks usually pay much more than regular working hours, but normal starting salaries are around 13,000.

ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONSThis covers some of the more specialised career paths within the health sector; radiographers, therapists, dieticians, psychologists and optometrists all come under this section. Your average starting salary is around 17,000 21,000 and will increase as you progress in your eld.

CHILDCAREChildren require plenty of care; if left unattended they can draw on themselves, drink paint, catch re and fall victim to any number of problems. Childcare is all about making sure children are looked after in a safe, friendly and fun environment; the variables of this are dictated by the age of the children you are caring for. Your day might involve planning activities, providing meals, monitoring playtimes and leading basic educational sessions. You can expect to start on around 10,000, but after experience you can earn more and push on for a managerial role, which can earn you upwards of 22,000.

DENTALGoing to the dentist isnt everybodys favourite thing to do, but dental hygiene is very important to our overall health. The human mouth acts as a gateway to the rest of our body, so if its not working properly, then our body wont act properly either. The dental industry is a highly skilled trade to be in, so therefore you need to have good attention to detail and a good, reassuring nature (not to mention a steady hand!). Dental nurse salaries start out at around 16,000, where as fully quali ed dentists can earn upwards of 30,000 in their rst year.

HEALTHCARE SCIENCEMedicines, vaccines and other medical related chemicals are all created in a laboratory somewhere by our top healthcare scientists. This is less about surgery and patients and more about working in a lab with chemicals and data, which can be exciting if you enjoy chemistry. This also covers the pharmacists you get medicine from; they are responsible for choosing the right amounts of the right medicines that are prescribed by the doctors. Most starting salaries in this area are around 21,000 and will increase with experience.

HEALTH INFORMATIONResearchers, analysts, IT professionalsthe list of people required to store the vast amount of health information is huge. These individuals are responsible for keeping a record of literally everything that goes on in the hospital, from prescriptions and surgeries to patient records and medical histories. A hospital without health information would be absolute chaos; this is for those who want to work in a medical environment but dont want to do anything science related. Your salary depends on your role, but it will usually start at around 15,000, at the top end of the ladder you could expect to earn over double that.

NURSING & MIDWIFERYNurses assist doctors with complicated procedures, while also tending to the needs of the patients. In some situations, patients will be referred to nurses for simple surgical procedures or for blood sample collection. So it goes without saying that with all this patient interaction youll need to be smiley and approachable so that people feel safe letting you poke and prod them. Midwives are responsible for patients who are about to have (or have just had) babies. This involves both the patients and the babys well being, so if you love being around babies, this is de nitely the career for you. Salaries usually start between 15,000 and 20,000, but can rise to 30,000 and beyond.

SOCIAL CARESocial workers work closely with young people and families helping with various issues such as behaviour, parenting, education and fostering. They also work with people just released from prison, helping them integrate into society. You might be working in hospitals, prisons or anywhere in the local community. Salaries can range from 19,000 to 22,000 when you start out, but most quali ed social workers are on 32,000 and over.

WIDER HEALTHCAREAs with the Health Information team, the hospital wouldnt run without the various caterers, porters, maintenance sta , gardeners and cleaners. Hospitals have to be kept clean to avoid infection spreading; many cleaning sta undertake courses to become sterilising specialists who clean down rooms and equipment. Salaries start out at around 12,000 and will increase with experience and added responsibility.

Careers ChoicesKeeping people healthy has never been more important; were always looking for ways to protect ourselves from disease, improve our wellbeing or just lose a couple of pounds for the summer season. This sector covers everything from physical medicine and therapies to more specialised areas like psychiatry, fostering and child care.

The Healthcare sector is huge; there are so many job roles that keep this industry ticking that we couldnt possibly list them all. We just couldnt. What we can do is show you the most popular areas that people go into and which job roles you might encounter when in that area.

Health & Social Care


REGIONAL FOCUSThe East Midlands have

been home to a great deal of medical innovation with the MRI and CT scanner both

being invented in the region. Its probably because of this

that the largest teaching hospital in all of Europe,

Queens Medical Centre, is located here.

There is a variety of Social Care organisations spread throughout the region. Care

Training East Midlands o ers courses based in Nottingham, Leicester

and Derby and EMCARE represents private social care

throughout the area.

APPRENTICESHIPSIf you are aged 16 and over you could enter an Apprenticeship, which would teach you the skills you need while you work and earn a salary. Youll spend half your time in the classroom and half out on the job. Listed below are the apprenticeship frameworks for this sector, which when completed will give you a Level 2 quali cation in the form of a BTEC, Diploma or NVQ:Health and Social Care Health (Pharmacy Services) Health (Informatics) Health (Healthcare Support Services)

ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPSThese are the equivalent to A-Levels and can usually be joined after completing the associated Intermediate Apprenticeship. They are ideal for people who want a practical role as they learn while gaining valuable employment experience. People with Advanced Apprenticeships tend to progress up the ladder a lot quicker than those without, as the skills they learn are more suited to management and supervisory roles. Here are some of the Apprenticeship Frameworks for this sector and all of these will result in a Level 3 quali cation such as a BTEC, a Diploma or an NVQ.Health and Social Care Health (Allied Health Profession Support) Health (Clinical Healthcare Support) Health (Dental Nursing) Health (Healthcare Support Services) Health (Maternity and Paediatric Support)

A-LEVELSA-Levels are the most popular gateway into university and are sought after by employers. They will be useful to getting into this sector, especially science based quali cations. Here are the relevant A-Levels for this sector.Physics Biology Chemistry Health and Social Care IT English

FOUNDATION DEGREESA Foundation Degree combines university lifestyle with practical, hands on work. Its sort of like a cross between an Apprenticeship and an Honours Degree. They are often used as gateway quali cations to a full time Degree as they count towards the rst two years of an Honours Degree. They usually take two years to complete and youll be both in the work place and on the university campus. There are a wide range of Foundation Degrees available for this sector, such as Health and Social Care and Nursing.

COLLEGE COURSESA college course is another way to get into this sector. For more information, check out www.careersworld.co.uk

VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONSVocational quali cations, such as BTECS and NVQs, are a great way to get straight into the speci c areas of this industry that wouldnt be covered by other quali cations.

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WHATS THE TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS SECTOR ALL ABOUT? With more transactions taking place online, retailers are relying more on logistics companies to deliver the products to the customers, instead of the consumer having to come and collect it. In fact, we can buy just about everything we need without leaving our homes! The process of delivering products involves packaging, storing, sorting, loading, transport, unloading, ling, recording and a whole host of jobs that you wouldnt even think of!

WHAT KIND OF SALARY CAN I EXPECT TO EARN? Theres a large range of salaries in this sector; you can progress quickly if you move into a management or supervisory role. A starting salary is usually between 10,000 and 17,500, but youll nd progression is just as easy in smaller companies as it is in larger, better known ones, such as Network Rail or Royal Mail.

WHAT KIND OF ENVIRONMENT WOULD I BE WORKING IN?Because this industry involves transporting goods and people, you could be in a variety of di erent locations. The rst thing to consider is how the transportation is going to take place; it could be by road, rail, sea or air. Storage, packaging and sorting takes place in a warehouse, which could be at a business park if the delivery is by road, a port if its by the sea or an airport/airstrip if its by air. If youre working as part of a passenger transport company, you could nd yourself working on a train, plane or even a ferry to di erent countries!


The logistics sector currently employs over 2.3 million people across the UK, contributing 96 billion to our economy. This makes it the 5th largest sector in the UK. Because logistics is relied so heavily upon by other sectors, theres an ever increasing demand for skilled workers by 2020 900,000 new starters will be needed.

WHERE IS THE WORK MOST CONCENTRATED? Again, this depends on which part of the industry you work in. Transport by air will probably see you based at a major airport, many of which are found in the London area. Marine focused logistics will see you based at a port, such as Southampton, Portsmouth, Liverpool or Dover. Land based logistics companies are scattered across the country, but youll tend to nd them closer to major motorways such as the M1 and the M25 because its quicker to get the goods out across the country. Many logistics companies are international, so theres a range of opportunities and travel to work abroad.

Transport & LogisticsImagine sending a letter to the USA; what happens after you pop it in the post box? That letter could travel by rail, sea, road or air or all of them! Transport and logistics is all about the movement of goods and people from one place to another. The man who delivers your mail in the morning isnt just a postman, hes a logistics technician. His work involves planning, organising, troubleshooting, communicating and management. Whether its somebodys order from eBay, a freighter full of oil or a plane full of passengers, the process of transporting goods and people is much more complex than what we see as consumers.

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RAIL SERVICES & OPERATIONSRail Services covers passenger and freight transport, as well as the maintenance of the tracks they run on. Trains can carry any number of things, from people to plutonium and running the network so that the two dont collide is a di cult task. You could be working on the trains themselves, or repairing the tracks and signals that they rely on. Starters in this line of work can expect to start out on around 13,000 for passenger rail services, while you can expect to begin with between 10,000 and 14,000 in rail freight job roles. With advancement in both industries you could be on double that in no time.

PASSENGER SERVICESWe probably take public transport for granted, but without it millions wouldnt be able to get around. Driving buses and coaches isnt easy; it takes plenty of training to be able to manoeuvre a vehicle of that size. Its certainly a job that gets you satisfaction and if youre a people person, then youll really enjoy it! Starting salaries are usually around the 13,000 mark, but overtime or extra shifts will get you more.

WAREHOUSE & STORAGEWhen you order something o the internet, chances are its coming from a warehouse somewhere in the world. Warehouses are used to store goods before they are shipped out to customers. Theyre found all over the place, but mostly near areas that have access to various forms of transport, such as ports, motorways and airports. The sta in warehouses require training to use machinery, such as forklifts, but there are also admin and management roles available. Starting salaries are usually around 10,000 to 14,000 for oor sta , but with training and experience you can expect to earn well over 20,000.

GOODS TRANSPORTATIONWeve all seen lorries on the motorway, probably without giving much thought as to what theyre carrying. Drivers travel all over the country delivering loads and carrying products from one area to another and if youre a fan of travelling youll really get a kick out of this career. You could also nd yourself behind the wheel of a van, or delivering by bike or motorcycle. If youre in a truck, theres also a strong possibility that youll have to drive to somewhere in Europe, such as Holland, Belgium and France, as the UK relies on international logistics to import its goods from elsewhere. You can expect to earn around 11,000 when starting out, but the salary for a fully quali ed HGV tanker driver is 35,000.

MAIL SERVICESThis isnt just being a postman (sorry, logistics technician). While the delivery of products is an important part of this industry, its not the only part. Post has to be sorted, processed, and security checked before it is delivered and there are job roles from the sorting oor to right up to your front door! Salaries usually start out between 10,000 and 15,000, but jobs in the sorting o ce tend to o er a little bit more (around 14,000 to 15,500) and have better prospects for advancements.

AIR FREIGHT & TRANSPORTEverybody always thinks of pilots when they think of airlines, but cabin crews are just one cog in the smoothly oiled machine that is an airline company. Ground support sta , baggage handlers, air tra c controllers and customer service sta all work in unison to make sure passengers (and their luggage!) get to their destination on time safely. Moving freight by air is also a huge part of logistics, especially for high value goods such as ne art, machinery or even animals! Salaries start out between 10,000 and 15,000, rising to between 15,000 and 24,000 when youre fully quali ed.

SEA FREIGHT & TRANSPORTAs well as air, road and rail, goods can be moved by sea, both across the UK and around the world. People in these industries will work closely with port authorities to make sure the valuable loads keep moving and arrive on time. You could work as a crane operator moving heavy containers or as a port operative helping with the movement of passengers and cargo. Salaries start at around 12,000, but experienced operatives can earn in excess of 20,000 a year.

REMOVALS & MOVING HOUSEWhen the time comes to make a big move, youll be hard pressed to get everything in the back of a Ford Fiesta. This is why we have the removals service, who load up our possessions carefully and transport them to a new location. Salaries usually start out around the 12,000 mark, but increases with experience.

Careers ChoicesIts probably fair to say that logistics is one of the most important sectors in the country; without it business couldnt get their products out to their customers, clients couldnt travel to important meetings and the country as a whole wouldnt function. The 2012 London Olympics was one of the biggest logistics operations the UK has ever seen; 17,800 athletes from 205 countries competed, with more than 590,000 people coming to the UK to cheer them on! Everything from rail networks and delivery companies to commercial airlines are covered in this sector, so if you want to a career thats going places, look no further!

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REGIONAL FOCUSTransport and Logistics is big business in the East Midlands because of the region being in the centre of the country. Around 9% of all jobs in the region are related to Logistics. There are approximately 140,000

heavy good vehicles making journeys throughout the East

Midlands every day! East Midlands Train Service is one of the biggest rail companies in the country and provides

links to most of the UK, including London. The River Trent also provides transport links to the Humber region.

APPRENTICESHIPSIf you are 16 or over then you can enter an Apprenticeship, which would teach you the skills that you need while you work, youll also earn a salary. On your Apprenticeship, your time will be split between doing the job and learning in the classroom. Listed below are the Apprenticeship frameworks for this sector, which when completed will give you a Level 2 quali cation in the form of a BTEC, Diploma or NVQ: International Trade and Logistics Operations Warehousing and Storage Logistics Operations Rail Services Rail Engineering (Track) Rail Infrastructure Engineering Driving Goods Vehicles Bus and Coach Engineering and Maintenance Commercial Moving Mail and Package Distribution Port Operations Tra c O ce

ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPSThese are equivalent to A-Levels and can usually be joined after you complete the associated Intermediate Apprenticeship. Advanced Apprenticeships are perfect for those who want a practical role as they learn while gaining relevant employment experience. People with Advanced Apprenticeships often progress up the career ladder faster than those without, because the skills that they learn are more suited to management or supervisory roles. Here are some of the Apprenticeship Frameworks for this sector, completing any of these will result in a Level 3 quali cation such as a BTEC, NVQ or Diploma.Warehousing and Storage Logistics Operations Rail Services Driving Goods Vehicles Bus and Coach Engineering and Maintenance Rail Traction and Rolling Stock Purchasing and Supply Management

A-LEVELSA-Levels are the most popular route into University and are sought after by most employers. The following A-levels provide a great path into this sector:English Language Maths IT Geography Business Studies Foreign Languages Chemistry Physics Technology

FOUNDATION DEGREESA foundation degree combines the University life

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