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Hello, we’re Careers World......and this is Careers World magazine, here to help you decide your next step!

Throughout this magazine, you’ll see lots of facts and figures about your region and its sectors. We get them from UK National Statistics, various Sector Skills Councils and industry experts. It’s all official stuff, there’s no Wikipedia where we’re involved!

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With the end of the school year fast approaching it’s an exciting time for school leavers like you, as you take that next step towards your dream career. There are millions of different routes you can take: you could get ahead with an Apprenticeship, get your qualifi cations paid for with employer funded study, discover a vocational course at college, apply for a uni course and much more.

In this issue we will profi le some of the biggest sectors in your region and explain how to take the fi rst step to a career in the ones that interest you. We’ll also explore employment trends in your area, take a look at some remarkable true stories of young people who’ve been successful after leaving school and give you a guide to all of the qualifi cations out there. There’s a lot to sort out before September, so we answer some of the most common questions or concerns you might have in our school leaver problems page.

But Careers World magazine is only the beginning. As new opportunities arise every day the best place to get the latest news is with Careers World online. There’s no excuse to not fi nd out more with our website, facebook and twitter feeds, as well as our fantastic newsletters which fl y straight to your email inbox!

So what are you waiting for? Turn the page, get started and make the most of your summer with Careers World...

The perfect place to start, jump straight to any section that appeals or keep turning the pages and get stuck in – It’s time to find your dream career!

School Leaver Problem Page07

Qualifications Table10See how different qualifi cations add up, and how they compare.

Life Stories12Past and present students tell us all about their experiences and how they succeeded.

Engineering29A varied sector with endless possibilities.

Imagine a Career37We give you a heads-up on the other sectors out there, which we’ll cover in future issues.

Transport & Logistics33A fl eet of careers that keep our world moving forward.

Health & Social Care17If you’ve got a big heart, put it to good use in a caring career.

IT & Telecoms21

Construction25

This cutting edge industry isn’t just for geeks.

Build a successful career for yourself.

The Intro Bits

Careers Insight

There are lots of routes you can take, and lots of potential issues, but after reading our problem page you’ll be ready for anything.

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Here’s how it works

Spotlight: London43All about your region.

Useful Stuff

More Helpful Stuff52Useful links, contact details and more – get in touch with people who can help.

Don’t miss out!54Find out how you can get ahead with the Careers World handy newsletter!

Every term we publish a new issue of Careers World that covers five sectors in detail, giving you a good idea of what a career in these sectors would be like. Don’t worry if the sector you’re keen on isn’t one of the five – you can find a brief overview of all other sectors in the ‘Imagine a career’ article or if you head to www.careersworld.co.uk. We’ll cover five different sectors in detail in the next issue, so look out for us next term.

If there is anything else you would like us to cover, or you just want to say hello, drop us an email at [email protected]. We want to make sure we cover everything you need to plan your future! Happy reading, and hope you have a great term.

Where are you heading?We can help you…The National Careers Service offers millions of young people and adults the chance to develop their potential. We also support the experts who are there to help you.

If you live in England and are aged 13 or older, then you can use our service. What’s more, it’s free. We can offer you plenty of information, advice and support to help you decide what’s best for your future development and help you make the most of your skills.

Whether you’re interested in an Apprenticeship, taking a university degree or simply volunteering, we’re here to help you take that next step.

To find out more, search online for National Careers Service or call 0800 100 900

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Going into sixth form, college, an apprenticeship, university or the world of work? Leaving school is an exciting time but sometimes you might have big decisions or dilemmas along the way, take a look at our problem page to make sure you are prepared...

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9th September 2013New academic year

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It’s also important to check the key dates for whatever specifi c route you’re taking, most education and training providers have

easy to use websites and will warn you of any looming deadlines. Make sure you know when you have to be available. For

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6th June 2013 If all uni/college decisions are received by 9 May you need to reply to offers by now

27th June 2013 If all uni/college decisions are received by 7 June you need to reply to offers by now

In our previous issues we covered some of the common questions you had about which options to take when you leave school and how to apply for them. Now you have a plan it is time to consider some of the problems you may encounter and, more importantly, how to avoid them!

Here are some of the issues students have with the most common school leaver routes. But if you do a bit of preparation and make use of the resources available there is nothing to worry about!

ApprenticeshipsProblem: You’ve heard all about Apprenticeships, and would like to do one so you can get paid and qualifi ed, but you can’t fi nd any vacancies.

Solution: More and more young people are interested in Apprenticeships and we gave you the info on how to apply for an Apprenticeship in our last issue. Obviously your fi rst port of call should be

www.apprenticeships.org.uk and the online vacancy matching service, which lists all of the available opportunities. You don’t have to leave your search there though, why not do some networking?

Ask your friends, relatives, teachers and careers advisors, if they know any local employers or providers who can help you fi nd an Apprenticeship. Alternatively if you have a part-time job you could always ask your current employer to take you on as an Apprentice! It sounds strange but lots of people who do Apprenticeships already have jobs, because of the benefi ts to the employee and the employer. You get qualifi ed and your employer doesn’t have to pay anything for the training if you’re 18 or under.

Dilemmas,concerns& problems...

Speak to your school careers advisor This seems obvious and by this point in the year it is likely that you have already spoken to your school advisor, but even if you know exactly what you’re doing it can’t hurt to get an expert opinion. Your careers advisors are there to help you and going along for a chat may raise issues you hadn’t even thought of.

Consider all the available options Again at this point you’ve probably explored a few different avenues, or have applied for your dream course, but a back-up plan is always useful. For example, if you don’t get the grades you need to get on your course, is there a different type of qualifi cation you can do to get into the industry you want to? There may be other colleges or providers who offer the same course too and it’s fi ne to go to open days at different places even if you’ve already applied elsewhere.

Think about money ‘Money makes the world go round’ is a cheesy catchphrase - but it’s true. Money is a big issue no matter what route you take: if you’re doing an Apprenticeship, you get paid, but need to consider possible travelling expenses; if you’re doing a further education course the old EMA funding system no longer exists; if you’re going to university you will be in control of your own household budget! Many students get part-time or summer jobs to help fund their studies, could this be an option for you?

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Solution: There are funding options available for further and higher education through government bursaries and scholarships; however many students who don’t qualify for these still have money worries. A popular option for many students is a part-time or a summer/temporary job.

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UCAS and UniversityProblem: You’re worried you won’t get the grades you expected and may have to go through clearing.

Solution: Every year A Level results day is all over the news with the clearing process in complete pandemonium and gazillions of disappointed students. However in reality the process is really straightforward. If you’re unsuccessful with your fi rst choice off er, but meet the conditions for your second choice, you will be accepted there. If you fail to meet the conditions for either choice you can get a place through Clearing. Even if you miss your required grades its worth checking if the institutions that off ered you places

will accept you anyway, especially if you’re just short of the mark.

Going through Clearing allows you to look at all of the courses that still have places. You may use Clearing if you didn’t receive any off ers, missed your grades or want to turn down the off ers you have received. Through Clearing you can speak to as many universities and colleges you want, so you can decide what course you want to do, but you can only accept one course. Clearing is nothing to be scared of; thousands of students get places through the system every year! Alternatively you can always ask your teachers about repeating your A Levels or even getting them re-marked.

College EnrolmentProblem: You’ve got places at several colleges but you’re not sure where to go, or how to enrol.

Solution: If you’ve been unsure about what course you want to do, or where you want to do it, you may have places at more than one college, or a place at sixth form and college available. This is completely normal and colleges understand that your situation may have changed since application, especially if you applied for your course in the autumn term of year 11. Once you have decided which course you want to do contact

the college(s) you won’t be

attending and inform them of your decision.

It’s really important that you enrol on your chosen course in time, as enrolment days at colleges can be hectic. Once you have been off ered a place most colleges will send you a letter telling you what you need to enrol and when enrolment is. Though each college is diff erent you may need photo identifi cation, references, loan/fee payment information and qualifi cation documents with you when you go to enrol. Most colleges have phone hotlines or email addresses you can contact if you are unsure about what you need and where you need to go.

A Levels and Sixth FormProblem: You’re not sure you’ve made the right choices for your A-Levels, and you don’t know whether to stay at your schools sixth form or go elsewhere.

Solution: After getting your GCSE results, or just having a change of heart, you may want to do diff erent A Levels from the ones you have previously chosen. Sometimes the best thing to do is allow time to adapt and get used to the course. However if you have the necessary GCSE grades you should be able to change before term starts without any problems. Most schools and colleges don’t

allow you to change after a certain point in the term, but if you really want to change the best thing to do is talk to your teachers.

As mentioned in the college enrolment section it is common to have off ers from more than one place. Hopefully you will have been to both college and sixth form open days so you should have a good idea of what both are like. It’s really a choice between the size and independence of a new college, or sixth form, or staying where you already know the teachers and have friends. There is no set answer about which is best, it really depends on what you think is best for

your future.

Did you know that completing an Advanced Apprenticeship is the same as getting an A level? There are lots of different qualifications – here is how they compare. Remember, within any one level, qualifications can cover a wide mix of subjects and take different amounts of time to complete.

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Jessica Hyde, 2nd yr National Diploma in Art & Design (Graphic Design) @ Fashion Retail Academy“Fashion has always been a large interest of mine, so when I heard through a friend and student of the FRA about the Academy I was impressed by the variety of courses they offered within a fashion retail context. The vocational emphasis and links to the fashion industry led me to apply for the BTEC in Graphic Design as an alternative to A levels- keeping my options open for either work or higher education. “Now in my second year, I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the course and at the Academy with it’s excellent resources and friendly atmosphere. Teachers offer great work support and help is always given if needed. The wide ranging course structure allowed me to develop as an independent learner and has also helped me to determine what area of design interested me most to pursue further. “Having been intrigued by the history of art and fashion during contextual studies, next year I hope to continue my education and study for a BA in the History of Art at university.” The Fashion Retail Academy offers free full-time vocational courses for students aged 16-19 to develop the skills and experience required to make them ‘job ready’ for an exciting career in the world of fashion retail. Forthcoming Open Day 15th May 2013. For further information visit our website:www.fashionretailacademy.ac.uk

Collete Gibson, Apprentice in Administration Level 3Collette Gibson, aged 20 is an apprentice and administrator in the Training for London department of Barnet and Southgate College. Collette started her apprenticeship on a 12 month contract. After completing a very successful apprenticeship, Collette was offered a permanent role as an Administration Assistant within the Training for London team at the College which she accepted and is now enjoying her new role.

Collette says: “I wanted to work in administration but not having past experience in the sector I found it diffi cult to get into. The apprenticeship was a good way of me gaining experience as well as a qualifi cation towards my chosen career. I was on my gap year whilst I applied for the apprenticeship as I was unsure as to whether university was the right move for me.

“Ideally I would like to work up the ladder, for example becoming a head administrator. I enjoy what my job entails. Gaining invaluable experience and another qualifi cation can only benefi t you in your future career, and getting paid to do it is a big bonus. The beauty of doing an apprenticeship is that I can still go to university after I have completed my apprenticeship, although I am now working permanently in the College, it’s still an option - but unfortunately once you have completed a degree you are ineligible to do an apprenticeship (unless it is an advanced apprenticeship).”

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Life Stories

Super Software Engineering ApprenticeLewis Park has been getting ahead as a Junior Software Engineer with Capgemini, here’s his story...

Why did you apply to Capgemini?“I applied to Capgemini as I wanted a guaranteed career after my studies. I didn’t want to join the thousands of students & graduates who struggle to gain employment after university.”

What is your favourite aspect about Capgemini?“My favourite aspect of Capgemini is the fact the organisation is built around people and innovation. If you have an idea you would like to see put into practice, Capgemini is the place to do it.”

Why would you recommend Capgemini as an employer to other apprentices?“Capgemini pay a great amount considering how fresh you are when you join the company. Even the most senior people will speak to you on your level, and everyone is always more than happy to help. I would recommend this to anyone who is considering a career in the IT industry.”

What is the best thing you have learned during your time at Capgemini?“I have been taught the foundations of many different technical skills in my fi rst few months at Capgemini. However, I feel the best thing I have learned so far is the value of professionalism. It really gives you an insight into the best practice to get on in any industry.”

What is the best part about your apprenticeship?“We have quite a close-knit community of apprentices and graduates within Capgemini. Everyone supports one another, and many people have made friends within the organisation too. It is such a big organisation, so you are constantly meeting new people.”

www.uk.capgemini.com

Nissan Apprenticeship in Engineering DesignThree students from West Thames College are currently on an engineering apprenticeship with top car manufacturer Nissan. They will get hands on experience and develop the skills necessary to become a clay modeller for the automotive industry. Clay modellers are hugely in demand and an apprenticeship in this area is certain to open up career opportunities for them.

Joanna Bond explains why the apprenticeship is right for her:

“This Apprenticeship is giving me the opportunity to get my qualifi cations and go straight into work. In such tough economic times, it’s hard to fi nd a job, but this scheme gives you the best of both worlds – the theory and practice all in one.

“Clay modelling is a very specialist role and not a job you can just walk into. This scheme gives you all the skills you need to fulfi l the role, plus lots more.

“I am determined and anxious at the same time. You are representing a global brand – it doesn’t get much better than that.”

For more information call 020 8326 2000or visit www.west-thames.ac.uk

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(L-R) Sanny Kumar, Joanna Bond, Robert Bennett

George Ioannou,Horticulture Level 3George Ioannou got into gardening from a young age, helping out his family with their gardens, which led to paid work from friends and neighbours. On leaving school George headed to Capel Manor where he enrolled on to a level 1 diploma in horticulture and after completing level 2 as well, he is now working towards a level 3 diploma. George was awarded distinction grades for his level 1 and 2 courses and Student of the Year twice, all of this whilst continuing his private gardening work in his spare time.

“I always knew I didn’t want to carry on at school, sitting in a classroom, I prefer being outside. Before I came to Capel Manor I thought horticulture was just about gardening but I’ve seen that there are so many career opportunities out there. I’d like to work as a head gardener at a private gardens, so I can work in pleasant surroundings and become involved with many different projects. After my level 3 diploma I’d also like to do the RHS Master of Horticulture qualifi cation, which is like a degree. Capel Manor is such a nice place to come and learn, it’s friendly and the teachers really support you.”

Capel Manor College have centres in north, south east and west London.

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Hillingdon Training - helping young people get aheadHillingdon Training Limited (HTL), established in 2003, matches over 150 young people with an employer every year. Peter Sale, Director of HTL, comments: “The beauty of an apprenticeship programme is that at the end of it, the apprentice will have qualifi cations as well as industrial experience. I think it is a very valuable alternative to other education routes and offers a distinct advantage when it comes to seeking employment in today’s challenging job market.”

Rachel Snooks, 16, from Eastcote, is a Business & Administration apprentice at HTL. For her, an apprenticeship programme was a clear choice after leaving school. Rachel comments: “I didn’t really feel like going to college after secondary school, so I went to my careers adviser who suggested an apprenticeship. I’m a really hands-on type of person and I enjoy working more than studying. I think apprenticeships suit people who want to be out there in the working world.”

Simon Rudd, 18, from Hayes, is doing a Children’s Care apprenticeship. He said: “I’ve always wanted to work with children. I fi rst started an art course at college, but it wasn’t for me. I got this apprenticeship through HTL and absolutely love it.”

HTL offers apprenticeships in Business & Administration, Children’s Care, Customer Service, Health & Social Care, IT and Supporting Teaching & Learning, as well as a Foundation Learning programme to help those thinking about a job and preparing for an apprenticeship.

To fi nd out more call Hillingdon Training on 01895 671976, or visit www.hillingdontraining.co.uk

George Ioannou,

Hillingdon Training apprentices celebrate their success with Lee McQueen (front left), winner of The Apprentice.

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Are you lookingfor a rewarding,long-term careerin a growingsector?An Apprenticeship in social care couldbe the answer – earn while you learn!

Social care is a growing sector and one that offers increasing opportunities for progression.

Skills for Care’s career pathways e-tool lets you explorewhere an Apprenticeship in health and social care can leadand see case studies from those who work in the sector.Go to www.skillsforcare.org.uk/careerpathways

For more information visit:www.skillsforcare.org.uk/apprenticeships

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Ollie, Oaklands Community Care

Ollie left school at the age of 16 and was unclear about which career path to take. It was only when he heard about the Apprenticeship scheme in care at Oaklands that he realised this opportunity was too good to miss.

Oaklands Community Care delivers care and support services to people with learning disabilities and mental ill health, enabling them to live where they choose and have access to education, employment and social activities.

Ollie already had some personal dealings of the impact of mental health on a family member, so was aware of the difference that care could make. He was excited at the prospect of being able to work and train, whilst being paid.

Ollie’s tasks vary and can include escorting service users to medical

appointments, helping them to shop and cook, or just offering emotional support over coffee.

He works with a range of adults with varying needs, across different age groups. He feels a sense of achievement helping vulnerable adults back into the community and loves meeting people from different backgrounds.

Ollie realises that through continual training and hard work, he can go as far as possible in the care sector.

For more information about social care Apprenticeships visit www.skillsforcare.org.uk/apprenticeships.

If you’ve got a big heart and want to work with people, then a career in health and social care could be for you. This sector is about keeping people healthy, happy and looked after – and it takes all sorts of job roles to do this, from nurses and care assistants to administrative assistants and IT specialists.

Healthcare is an essential part of our society, which means that there’ll always be jobs on offer for qualified people. In fact, this is one sector that continues to thrive during recessions. Here are some of the main areas in the sector, along with the entry-level job position that could be your first step on the career ladder.

Allied Health Professions

People who specialise in a specifi c area, like speech and language therapists, radiographers, occupational therapists and psychologists. The work of these professionals varies greatly depending on their skills, whether you’re good at science, the arts, sports or psychology, there is something for you.

Childcare

Childcare is an important career. Workers in this sector have to have the necessary skills to help children grow emotionally, physically and socially. As with most sectors job roles vary greatly, from managerial positions to hands on assistants. The typical working day for someone in this sector will largely depend on the age of the children they care for and whether or not they are based in a school, day-care centre, or at the childs home.

Healthcare Science

The scientifi c side to it all – includes pharmacists, biomedical scientists and laboratory assistants. Healthcare scientists play a vital role in the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of a range of medical conditions. Technological advances make this a very exciting area to work in.

Health Information

The people who help process, store and analyse patient information and medical records – medical records clerk, clinical researcher, IT professionals. This is one of the fastest growing areas in the NHS as technology improves and more emphasis is placed on keeping accurate records of patients.

Social Care

Social care workers and personal assistants help a variety of people, ranging from those with disabilities to the elderly. They assist these groups in maintaining their independence and living fuller lives. Many of these workers visit patients in their own homes and provide support in a variety of settings.

Wider Healthcare Team

The NHS is a huge organisation that has to make sure all hospitals and health centres are well maintained, and that those in their care have all of their needs met. The wider healthcare team includes all the other jobs that keep the NHS running smoothly, like technicians, porters, gardeners, caterers, cleaning staff, etc.

Dental

There are a range of roles that are important to the dental team. Dentists, dental nurses, hygienists, technicians and therapists are all vital to providing dental care. Some will be employed or partners in a dental practice or based at NHS hospitals. With the growth of private dental care many working in this area are very well paid.

Nursing & Midwifery

The largest group of staff in the NHS, nurses play a vital role in assisting doctors and consultants. A caring persona is vital as the nurses have to reassure and care for patients. Midwifery is one of the most rewarding job roles in the healthcare profession due to the key role they play in assisting mothers before, during and after birth.

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There are around 388,000 health and social care employees here. Even

though the sector is one of London’s smaller employers, its large population

means that London still accounts for nearly 15% of England’s health

workforce. Areas of this sector that you could work in include hospital activities, general medical practice activities and

dentistry.

Start Learning!If you want to fi nd a learning provider or course related to this sector head

to our useful links pages at the back of this magazine or fi nd out more at

www.careersworld.co.uk.

Fast Facts• Around 50% of care workers in London are from minority ethnic

groups.• 18% of health and social care employers here have vacancies.

• Employees in this sector tend to have a higher level of qualifi cation than most

sectors.

Useful Linkswww.skillsforhealth.org.uk – Skills for

Health.www.skillsforcare.org.uk – Skills for

Care.www.nhscareers.nhs.uk – NHS

Careers.www.stepintothenhs.nhs.uk - Step

into the NHS. www.socialcarecareers.co.uk - Website on careers in social care.

ApprenticeshipsIf you’re aged 16 or over, you could take an Apprenticeship in health and social care and get a job with an employer. You’ll do half of your learning on the job and half in the classroom with a college or training provider. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 2 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:• Health and Social Care • Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians • Support Services in Healthcare

Advanced ApprenticeshipsAdvanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships help you become more qualifi ed whilst gaining employment experience. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 3

qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:• Dental Nursing • Health and Social Care • Pharmacy Assistants and Technicians

A Levels A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree. Most employers and universities will value subjects that demonstrate you have solid base level knowledge and would be able to develop skills relevant to the industry. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction:• Biology (Human) • Health and Social Care • Physical Education

Foundation DegreesYou can also do a Foundation Degree in health & social care. A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualifi cation which combines academic study with practical hands-on experience. Designed

jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment.

They are university-level qualifi cations and are equivalent to the fi rst two years of an honours degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are diff erent from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college.

College CoursesA college course can also be a great route into this sector. To see which colleges have relevant courses in your region check outwww.careersworld.co.uk.

Get into the SectorThere are lots of pathways to a career in this sector – relevant work experience is one of them…

VolunteeringThere are lots of volunteering opportunities in health and social care, and this type of experience could qualify you for a fulltime position or boost your application for a course. Visitwww.volunteering.org.uk orwww.do-it.org.uk to search for opportunities near you.

Work experienceThe NHS trusts in your area will be able to arrange work experience placements. Simply ring them up and ask to speak to someone in their HR, voluntary services or education and training departments.

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SalariesMost people in this sector work for the NHS, where an entry-level position will earn you between £13,000 and £14,000 a year. With a level 2 or 3 qualifi cation, you could be earning £16,000. The more experience you pick up, the more you’ll earn.

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From mobile phones and satellite TV to broadband and fibre optics, IT & Telecoms is for anyone who wants to work with cutting-edge technology.

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3/4of Brits now shop online,

creating lots of jobs

IT services fi rms have a rising

turnover, roughly

9%per year

There are

469,000IT and

Technology professionals in

the UK

The internet is worth an extra£100 billion

to the UK economy

Despite the recession the demand for IT staff

has been rising by

5%each year

The average salary for a full-time IT

professional is

£38,500

The IT & Telecoms industry contributes

8%of the UKs GDP

There are over

143,000IT & Telecoms workplaces in

the UK

Dominique Fleming,IT Service Desk Analyst Apprentice at Siemens

“I wanted to work but also gain qualifi cations that I will have for the rest of my life. I knew that I wanted this apprenticeship as soon as I spoke to QA; their recruitment team were very supportive and gave me helpful feedback and advice at each stage of my application.

“My job responsibilities include maintaining the IT systems across Siemens and I really enjoy working with customers to solve their problems. If I work hard I know I can progress and I am being trained on some of the same work as my boss!

“I really enjoy the structure of the QA Apprenticeship combining my work and

study. I have made new friends at work and in the training academy.

“My QA Apprenticeship has given me not just IT skills but the ability and confi dence to talk to people at work and do my job well. I now know what I want to do and have the drive to work hard to achieve the best career I can for myself.”

Contact us on 0845 074 7825 or [email protected] or apply online at www.qa.com/apprenticeships

IT & Telecoms are a major part of life – it helps us keep in touch with our friends, stay entertained, conduct business and more. This sector is all about digital technologies and it’s a fast moving area with excellent prospects, whether you’ve got a technical brain or a way with people.

This sector can be broken down into two main areas:

Telecoms Technician

The people who install, test and repair telecommunication systems like telephone and broadband cabling. This can range from installing home satellite systems to working on communications for large companies and corporations.Salary: starting between £12,000 and £15,000.

Customer Service

The people who assist contract holders and users with any enquires, from billing to technical problems. Similarly to helpdesk assistants communication skills are required in order to help people.Salary: starting between £14,000 and £16,000.

Web Designer

These designers use a mixture of technical and creative skills to build websites that look good, function well and are user-friendly. Many web designers work independently but those working in companies may be in a team with programmers and other specialists.Salary: starting between £16,000 and £20,000.

Software Developer

These people design computer programmes and applications that help businesses work more effectively, such as bookkeeping software. Working on anything from business applications to games these roles are highly complex and technical.Salary: starting between £20,000 and £26,000.

IT

Helpdesk Assistant

Offering support to IT users with technical diffi culties. This role requires good communication skills and the ability to explain problems clearly, as well as technical knowledge.Salary: starting between £14,000 and £17,000.

TelecomsAs you can imagine, almost every organisation and business out there uses computers as part of their daily operations. In the UK, 21 million people use IT at

work every day! From hospitals and power stations to charities and banks, IT is found

in all parts of life. The IT industry is all about computers and information systems –

designing them, developing them, making them, selling them and installing them.

Skilled IT professionals are always in demand. There’s a wide range of career paths

on offer and many of them are technical – however, lots of IT jobs involve working with

other people in a team. Here are some of the careers in IT:

Telecoms is a broad term for any technology that transmits information, like phone lines, broadband, TV, mobile phones and satellites. This industry includes internet suppliers, mobile phone companies and the big companies like BT and SKY who offer a wide range of services (phone + broadband + satellite TV) in one package.

It’s a growing sector with lots of different career paths. You could be installing fi bre optic broadband cables, selling contracts in a call centre or assisting customers in a mobile phone shop. Apprenticeships are a recognised way of progressing through this industry.

IT Trainer

These people make courses to teach clients how to use computers and different applications. They train people of all abilities and backgrounds and will generally specialise in a particular area, which could be anything from technical training to general use of applications like MS Offi ce. Salary: starting around £18,000.

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There are plenty of vocational and academic routes into this sector...

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This sector is a major contributor to the London economy and is central to guiding it out of the recession. Beyond that, every business uses computers

so IT skills will make you more employable. The industry forecasts

needing 90,000 new recruits over the next fi ve years…so now’s the time to

get qualifi ed!

Fast Facts• The sector contributes to 10% of

London’s economy.• One in 13 people in London work in

this sector.• The sector is forecast to grow three times faster than another sector in the

UK.




Useful Linkswww.e-skills.com – The Sector Skills

Council for this industry.www.microsoft.com/uk – Microsoft

UK.www.comptia.org – Computer Technology Industry Association

(CompTIA).www.bigambition.co.uk - Big

Ambition.

ApprenticeshipsIf you’re aged 16 or over, you could take an Apprenticeship in IT services & development telecoms. You’ll do half of your learning on the job and half in the classroom with a college or training provider, picking up qualifi cations along the way. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, both of these result in level 2 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:• IT and Telecoms Professionals • IT User

Advanced ApprenticeshipsAdvanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships help you become more qualifi ed whilst gaining employment experience. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 3 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:• Information and Library Services • IT and Telecoms Professionals • IT User

You can also do a Higher Apprenticeship, level 4 qualifi cation, in:• ICT Professionals

A Levels A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree. In this industry demonstrating that you’re handy with computers is an obvious advantage; however technical roles may require other skills too. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction:• Computing • Design & Technology – Systems and Control • ICT

Foundation DegreesYou can also do a foundation degree in Information Technology. A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualifi cation which combines academic study with practical hands-on experience. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment.

They are university-level qualifi cations and are equivalent to the fi rst two years of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are diff erent from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college.


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55%of employees in this sector are

manual workers

Private housing accounts for

13%of construction

output

Supervisory roles can pay as much as

£45,000a year!

790,000people

working in this sector are self-employed

It’s not just for the boys - almost

200,000women work in this sector too

Construction contributes

8%to UK GDP

Over

3,000new construction managers need to be recruited each

year

Construction apprentices earn

around

£8,700in their fi rst year!

Kojo Hurley-Holder

College of Haringey, Enfi eld and North East London Construction student, Kojo Hurley-Holder, is the fi rst student to benefi t from the Haringey Guarantee Partnership, which brings local providers together to create opportunities for young people.

After successfully completing the fi rst year of his BTEC Level 3 in Construction, the College put Kojo forward for a unique placement that would provide him with the skills for an outstanding career.

After a successful interview, Kojo gained a six year training package with Mulalley, a large construction fi rm, becoming a

construction trainee while still completing his Level 3 at College, and then going on to further study at university.

Kojo, who is now in his second year at Mulalley said: “My time here has been great. I’ve learnt so much and my managers have been really helpful and encouraging. I have always wanted to go into construction so I’m doing what I love and I hope to one day become a site manager.”

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Construction is one of the UK’s biggest industries and turns over billions of pounds a year. This sector is responsible for creating the buildings and structures we rely on – the houses we live in, the motorways we drive across, the stadiums we watch matches in, the bridges we cross, and so on.

As you can imagine, it takes a lot of people working together to pull off major construction projects. Whether you like physical outdoor work or drawing technical plans in the office, there is a career path to suit everyone. Here are some of the most popular trades. You can get into all of these areas through a construction Apprenticeship:

There are two types of plastering roles: Solid Plasterers apply wet fi nishes to walls, ceilings and fl oors, and Fibrous Plasterers work in workshops to produce ornamental plasterwork as decoration.Salary Range: £17,000 to £28,000

Plastering

Applying the fi nishing touch to surfaces, like wallpaper, gloss and emulsion; Painter and Decorators can work on construction sites or on commercial and domestic projects.Salary Range: £17,000 to £23,000

Painting & Decorating

As timber is so widely used the building and installation of wood products, such as fl oors, staircases, doors and roof trusses, is vital work. Joiners can work on construction sites and domestic premises – bench joiners work in joiner’s shops on complex wood products.Salary Range: £17,000 to £31,000

Carpentry & Joinery

One of the most popular trades and Apprenticeships, bricklaying is about building and repairing walls, using a range of materials and techniques. It can be really creative work too with you may be called on to produce decorative and interesting effects.Salary Range: £17,000 to £28,000

Bricklaying

Civil engineering is about the design and construction of buildings and other important structures like pipelines, bridges, railways and roads. They provide technical support on construction projects to help turn complex designs into reality.Salary Range: £15,000 to £37,000

Civil Engineering

Building safe working platforms for construction workers to use when working on buildings and other structures. Scaffolders work on a variety of projects, including some very tall buildings.Salary Range: £17,000 to £26,000

Scaffolding

There never seems to be a plumber when you need one. Plumbing is the skilled trade of working with pipes, tubing and plumbing fi xtures for drinking water systems, the drainage of waste and heating systems. It is one of the most varied roles, you could be working on existing pipe work or installing something new.Salary Range: £16,500 to £35,000

Plumbing

Building surveyors give detailed advice on the construction, design and maintenance of proposed or existing buildings. They have to work out the distances and angles between various points of the construction. This job is vital to making sure the building is secure.Salary Range: £15,000 to £37,000

Surveying

Generally, tradespeople with a Level 2 qualifi cation will earn around £325 a week and those with a Level 3 will earn close to £385 a week.

If you choose to do a Construction Apprenticeship, you can expect to earn around £8,700 the fi rst year, £11,600 the next, and £15,350 the third year.

Salaries

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While the recession hit the construction industry pretty hard, things are starting to look up. New housing initiatives have helped the construction sector grow by 2% each year, so now’s a good time to get qualifi cations – you’ll be able to hit

the ground running and take advantage of the new job opportunities.

Fast Facts• The construction sector in London

requires over 1,180 new recruits annually.

• Over the next three years, growth should hit 7%.

• Bricklayers, labourers and fl oorers will be in greatest demand.




Useful Linkwww.bconstructive.co.uk - For information about Construction

careers.

ApprenticeshipsThis is one of the best ways to get into the industry. The construction Apprenticeship scheme is a two-year programme for a level 2 award. To apply, you’ll need to have found an employer that will sponsor you. Get in touch with your local Construction Skills offi ce for job opportunities and vacancies in your area (see useful links box). Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 2 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:

Construction Building• Painter and Decorator • Maintenance Operative (repairs, tiling, plastering) • Bricklayer • Craft Mason • Carpenter • Joiner • Woodmachinist

Construction Technical, Supervision and Management• Team Leader

Construction Civil Engineering• Construction Operative • Formworker • Highways Maintenance • Plant Mechanic • Plant Operator • Tunnelling Operative

Construction Specialist• Scaff older • Roofer • Roof Tiler • Wall and Floor Tiler • Kitchen/Bathroom Fitter • Floor Layer • Dry Liner • Ceiling Fixer • Partitioner • Mastic Asphalter • Plasterer

• Thatcher • Stone Mason • Insulation Installer

Advanced ApprenticeshipsAdvanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships in construction are a one-year addition to the two-year apprenticeship. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 3 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:

Construction Building• Bricklayer • Carpenter • JoinerConstruction Technical, Supervision and Management• Site Technician • Civil Engineering Technician • Work Supervisor

Construction Civil Engineering• Plant Mechanic

Construction Specialist• Plasterer • Roofer • Stone Mason • Wall and Floor Tiler


A Levels A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree. Most employers and universities value practical and scientifi c subjects; these demonstrate that you would be able to understand how things work. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction:• Biology • Chemistry • Design & Technology • Electronics • Maths • Physics

Foundation DegreesA Foundation Degree is a higher education qualifi cation which combines academic study with practical hands-on experience. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment.

They are university-level qualifi cations and are equivalent to the fi rst two years of an honours degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are diff erent from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college.

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From making aeroplanes fly to maintaining sophisticated machinery, engineers are behind the greatest achievements of mankind. Get into engineering and you’ll be on one of the most exciting career paths out there!

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UK engineering exports are valued at

£137 billioneach year

After an engineering Apprenticeship you

could be earning

£20,000a year!

Around

354,000employees will be

required in science, engineering and

manufacturing by 2016

108,200people work in the aerospace industry in the

UK

Roughly

20%of engineering employees are

female

Engineering makes up

1/5of the UK economy!

Students showcase new engineering innovations to HRH Prince Philip at the Royal Academy of Engineering

Nine students from Lambeth College took part in the Royal Academy of Engineering event, to formally open the Academy’s public space named in Prince Philip’s honour, competing in three tough engineering design challenges.

Students were asked to design and test a specially adapted wheelchair to be used by athletes in the next Paralympic games, build a robot from a kit supplied by robotic design system manufacturers Vex and use a super capacitor charged by a solar panel to drive a model vehicle.

Showcasing their talent, students had the opportunity to demonstrate and talk about their work and career ambitions in front of Prince Philip and leading

industry experts and fellows throughout the day.

Student Yasmin Harris Boadi said “We worked very hard as a team to ensure we were prepared for the challenges set. Extensive research went into the successful completion of the projects and each member of the team was designated a specifi c task. We were determined that everything worked correctly in front of the Prince.”

Student Alex Scoltock said “The Prince asked me what I would like to achieve and where I saw myself in ten years’ time. I told him that I am aiming to work on a large construction project, similar or even better than The Shard.”

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Engineering industries

employ

815,600people in the

UK

Science industries employ an estimated

191,000people in the UK

At the heart of every technological advance is an engineer. In fact, an engineer has played a role in almost every aspect of our society. Chemical engineers create new fuels to keep vehicles moving; civil engineers design our railways and roads; and aerospace engineers design the most modern aircraft.

Engineers use problem solving, creativity and imagination to come up with answers to problems. The main challenge is doing more with less. How can they make something cheaper, quicker and more effectively than ever before?

Engineering is one of the most varied sectors out there. Here are some of the main areas:

Chemical

The processing of raw materials into fuels, chemicals, plastics and pharmaceuticals. Chemical engineers are often researching new materials or helping to develop the plants that turn these materials into the fi nished product.

Mechanical

Designing motors, machinery and other engines. Mechanical engineers can work on small component parts or even extremely large machinery or vehicles. This is one of the most diverse engineering roles.

Metals

Metal engineering contributes around £15 billion to the UK economy each year. This area is all about the fabrication, welding and creation of metals. Because more metals are now recycled than ever before, metal engineering is on the rise.

Electrical

Designing and making electrical systems and components. This can range from small, individual, circuits and components to helping design and manage an entire electrical network, grid, or power station.

Aerospace

Designing and maintaining aircraft, missiles, weapon systems, satellites and space vehicles. (The UK’s industry is the second largest in the world, behind the USA.) Aeronautical engineers also work on individual components that make up these different vehicles and devices.

Marine

Designing ships, boats and other watercraft. This is a large sector in the UK because we are an island nation. Marine engineers may also work on offshore oil platforms and supply vessels.

Salaries

Defence

Designing and maintaining aircraft, navigation systems, rockets, satellites etc for the Ministry of Defence. Many engineers working for the government would fi t into one of the above categories, depending what their speciality is.

If you get an Apprenticeship, you can expect to start earning a minimum of £2.65 per hour - this will increase as you train. Currently, many skilled people in the engineering industry earn over £400 per week - that’s over £20,000 per year.

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Around 1,800 people are recruited into the engineering industry in London

every year, this makes your potential prospects good as the industry is growing. There are a number of

colleges here that offer qualifi cations in engineering based subjects. These

include Kingston College, Bromley College of Further and Higher

Education and the College of North West London.

Fast Facts• The engineering sector in London

employs 44,200 people.• The most popular qualifi cation

for this sector is NVQ in Performing Engineering Operations.




Useful Linkswww.apprentices.co.uk – Search for

Engineering Apprenticeships here.www.tomorrowsengineers.org.uk – This website has lots of info about

engineering careers.www.thecareerengineer.com –

Website for engineering jobs.www.semta.org.uk - Sector Skills

Council for science, engineering and manufacturing.

ApprenticeshipsAn Apprenticeship in engineering off ers the best possible preparation to becoming a trained operator within the industry. Because the engineering industry is so big and varied, the type of work you do will depend on your employer and the engineering pathway you choose – this could be mechanical, fabrication and welding, electrical or electronic. You might work on the production of products or service and repair production machinery in many industries. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 2 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:

• Engineering • Engineering Construction • Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • Industrial Applications • Marine Industry

Advanced ApprenticeshipsAdvanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Historically Advanced Apprentices have progressed signifi cantly in the industry and many have gone on to become

supervisors or managers, because of the hand-on practical nature of the sector this is a good route to take. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 3 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:• Engineering • Engineering Construction • Heating, Ventilating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration • Marine Industry

You can also do a Higher Apprenticeship, NVQ level 4 in:• Engineering Technology

A Levels A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree, but which ones are right for you depend on what role you want to do. Most employers and universities value practical and scientifi c subjects; these demonstrate you are able to understand how things work. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction:• Biology • Chemistry • Design & Technology • Maths • Marine Science • Physics

Foundation Degrees

A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualifi cation which combines academic study with practical hands-on experience. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment.

They are university-level qualifi cations and are equivalent to the fi rst two years of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are diff erent from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college. They are available in a range of subjects; you can even do them in aircraft engineering.


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It’s all about movement – passengers travelling from A to B, goods being transported across the country, letters being sent across town, imports arriving in our ports from other countries…it’s truly a fast-moving industry!

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The passenger transport sector

contributes around

£23.6 billionto the UK economy

Logistics employs

2.27 millionpeople in the UK

15%of transport

employers have vacancies

Railway operations

employ around

120,000people

Logistics is the

5thlargest sector in

the UK

Passenger transport

accounts for

735,000jobs

There are almost

200,000taxi drivers in

the UK

The average salary of HGV drivers in the

UK is

£25,000per year

Charlotte Court, Serco

Serco provides high quality apprenticeship programmes across a wide range of occupational areas at our contracts across the country. Our apprenticeship programmes range from aeronautical engineering and contact centre operations through to leisure management and transport services.

Charlotte Court joined Serco two years ago after leaving her cashier job at Waitrose. She began working as a Mobile Operative for the Barclays Cycle Hire contract, which Serco delivers on behalf of Transport for London, but wanted to further develop her skills.

“A little while after I started I realised that I wanted to develop different skills and get more involved in fi xing bikes so the Mechanic role really interested me. Serco sponsored me through an apprenticeship and I am now a Mechanic in the workshop at Penton Street in Islington”, she said.

To fi nd out how Serco could support you through an apprenticeship, email us at [email protected]. Alternatively read our Plotr Employer Profi le by visiting www.plotr.co.uk/organisations and clicking on Serco.

This diverse sector deals with the efficient movement of people and goods. It can be broken down into two major areas: ‘transport’, which covers the people moving side of things like buses, trains, taxis, aeroplanes and the Underground; and ‘logistics,’ which covers the movement of goods and products across the country and abroad.

The UK transport industry is absolutely huge – it employs over 560,000 people across the different subsectors. Our logistics industry is worth £14.5 billion and employs around 2.3 million people in over 195,000 companies. Both transport and logistics industries require skilled mechanics to keep the vehicles running, drivers to operate the vehicles safely, and organised people behind the scenes keeping the whole operation running to schedule. Here are some of the main areas within this sector:

Rail Transport Operations

It’s no simple feat to keep our railway network running to schedule – we need people to drive the trains, take fares, assist customers, operate the signals and more. You could work for the Underground or above ground. With new high speed rail systems being proposed by government there will be more opportunities in this area in the future.Earnings: Salaries start around £13,000 a year.

Airports

It takes more than pilots to keep plane passengers safe – air traffi c controllers help planes land safely and baggage handlers make sure luggage reaches the right destination. This sector is continually growing, with more and more fl ights every year. There are also lots of customer service roles throughout airports.Earnings: Salaries start between £14,000 and £17,000 a year.

Engineering & Maintenance

Transport and logistics rely heavily on vehicles – trains, buses, aeroplanes, vans, cars and motorcycles – so the sector needs people with the skills to keep them running. You could learn how to service sections of rail or fi x lorries, depending on your interests. Maintenance specialists are also vital to our railways and motorways.Earnings: Salaries start between £16,000 and £19,000 a year.

Mail Services

This deals with the collection, processing and delivery of mail and packages. The Royal Mail is the largest employer, but there are lots of other specialist mail providers like FedEx who have grown with the popularity of internet shopping. You could sort in a processing centre or be out and about, making deliveries.Earnings: Salaries start between £12,500 and £17,000 a year.

Driving & Carrying Goods

This covers the transport and delivery of goods by both light vehicles (like motorcycles and van) and large goods vehicles (like lorries). Large goods vehicle driving requires a special type of driving license. There are over 300,000 HGV (Heavy Goods Vehicle) drivers in the UK.Earnings: Salaries start between £10,500 and £12,500 a year.

Warehouse & Storage

An essential part of transport and logistics, this area deals with the movement and storage of goods. It involves more than just lifting and moving things around – it takes organisation skills to manage inventory and specialist skills to operate forklifts and other machinery. Many roles in warehouse & storage are admin or management roles.Earnings: Salaries start around £13,000 a year.

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ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships are the recommended route into this sector. You’ll get a job with an employer and do half of your learning on the job, and half in the classroom with a college or training provider. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 2 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:• Aviation Operations on the Ground • Cabin Crew • Driving Goods Vehicles • Mail Services • Passenger Carrying Vehicles Driving – Bus and Coach • Purchasing and Supply Management • Rail Transport Engineering • Rail Services • Traffi c Offi ce • Transport Engineering and Maintenance • Warehouse and Storage

Advanced ApprenticeshipsAdvanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships help you become more qualifi ed whilst gaining employment experience. Here are the

Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these result in level 3 qualifi cations such as NVQs, BTECs or Diplomas:• Driving Goods Vehicles• Logistics Operations Management• Purchasing and Supply Management• Rail Transport Engineering• Transport Engineering and MaintenanceYou can also do a Higher Apprenticeship, level 4, in:• Purchasing and Supply Management

A Levels A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree. As many of the skills needed in the industry are developed ‘on the job’, there aren’t specifi c A Levels that are essential for employment. However if you’re interested in management aspects here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction:• Business Studies • Economics

Foundation DegreesA Foundation Degree is a higher education qualifi cation which combines academic study with practical hands-on experience. Designed jointly by universities, colleges and employers, they should give you the right skills to be ready for employment.

They are university-level qualifi cations and are equivalent to the fi rst two years of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are diff erent from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college. They are available in some interesting subjects, such as air transport management.


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Armed Forces

Britain’s armed forces – the Army, Royal Navy, RAF and MoD – all invest a lot in their personnel to give them an education that’s relevant in the civilian world as well as in the services. They all offer Apprenticeships so recruits can earn nationally recognised trade qualifi cations alongside their regular training. For example, a cook for the Royal Navy could also complete a chef Apprenticeship. Each organisation offers different schemes, so visit their websites for more details. Salary: Starting around £13,400 the fi rst year, with excellent benefi ts and progression. Qualifi cations: The armed forces offer Apprenticeships in many areas, including Engineering, Fitting, Maintenance, Cookery, IT, Admin, Marine Engineering and more.

Business & Finance

This sector is about money – saving it, borrowing it, managing it and most of all, making lots more of it. It’s the UK’s most global industry and covers a wide range of services and products that everyone uses like bank accounts, mortgages, pensions, credit cards and insurance. The perk of working with money is that salaries tend to be higher than average. Job roles: Accounts assistant, payroll assistant, admin assistant, bank cashier, trainee accountant. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £20,000. Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships in Business & Admin and Financial Services; A-level Traineeships; Foundation Degrees.

This sector covers a range of exciting and creative careers in TV, fi lm, graphics, publishing and journalism. Production assistants help out on television and fi lm sets; graphic designers create adverts and billboards; journalists write news stories; publishers print books and magazines; and photographers shoot and edit images. If you thrive on a creative buzz, there’s no better industry to be in. Competition for jobs is high so work experience is highly recommended. Job roles: Graphic designer, web designer, production assistant, editing assistant, photographer assistant. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £17,000. Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships in Creative and Digital Media; Foundation Degrees from Creative Writing to Animation.

Creative, Digital & Media

This broad sector offers lots of opportunities to make a difference to the planet, from farming and protecting wildlife to looking after parks and conservation. The main areas within this sector are: Horticulture & landscaping, Agriculture, Animal care, Environmental conservation, and Land-based engineering.Salary: Starting between £12,000 and £18,000. Landscape engineers make between £20,000 and £26,000 a year. Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships from Animal Care to Agriculture; Foundation Degrees.

Environmental & Land-based Food & Drink

Food and drink is one of the largest industries in the UK. This sector is about taking what’s grown by farmers and transforming it into our favourite foods and beverages. It takes a lot of people working together to make this happen, which means loads of career paths on offer. You could be processing ingredients, fi xing machines on the production fl oor, processing meat, baking cakes or testing quality. Job roles: Production operative, bottling operative, baker, warehouse worker. Salary: Starting between £11,000 and £17,000 a year. Qualifi cations: Food Manufacture Apprenticeships; Foundation Degree in Food & Drink Management.

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Hair & Beauty

This industry is all about helping people look good and feel better about themselves. It’s a booming sector that makes billions each year. There are many different paths within this sector – hairdressing, nail services, beauty therapy, spa therapy – and all of them require common skills: creativity, the ability to work on your feet for long hours, good hand-eye co-ordination and up-to-date knowledge of what’s in (and what’s out).Job roles: Hairdresser, spa therapist, beauty therapist, aromatherapist Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships from Hairdressing to Beauty Therapy; Foundation Degree in Salon Management.

Any business that wants to be successful has to make its customers happy. From helping a shopper fi nd the right size at Topshop to answering customer queries at a BT call centre, customer service jobs come in all shapes and sizes. Another thing businesses can’t function without is effective admin. Administrators are responsible for running the daily operations of the offi ce. They answer the phone, input data, type up letters and anything else that needs to be done. Since administration and customer service are needed in most organisations, you could work across many different sectors.Job roles: Admin assistant, offi ce junior, personal assistant, customer service representative.Salary: Starting anywhere between £13,000 and £18,000 per year. Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships in Customer Service and Business & Admin; Foundation Degree in Customer Service Management.

Customer Service & Admin

This essential sector deals with the utilities we rely on: water, electricity and gas. It also covers waste management and alternative sources of power like nuclear energy, wind power and solar energy. Careers in this sector cover the distribution and supply of gas; the generation and transmission of electricity; the collection and purifi cation of water; the treatment of sewage; and nuclear fuel processing. Apprenticeships are a recognised route into this industry and offer excellent career progression. Job roles: Gas network engineer, gas service technician, wastewater plant worker, process operator, decommissioning operative. Salary: Starting anywhere between £12,000 and £20,000 a year. Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships in Gas, Nuclear and Utilities; Foundation Degrees, including Power Distribution.

Energy & Renewables Entrepreneurial

An entrepreneur is someone who starts their own business or enterprise, they’re the boss! Entrepreneurs are amongst the most successful people in the world but they have to work hard, be very determined and of course have a money making idea. Businesses created by entrepreneurs are vital to the UK’s economy.Job roles/Salary/Qualifi cations: All of these things depend on the individual. The beauty of creating your own business is that you don’t need any special qualifi cations. You might need some help in setting up a business though so head to www.careersworld.co.uk to see what’s out there to support young entrepreneurs.

Manufacturing

From the cars on the motorway to the clothes in your wardrobe, many of the things we rely on have been manufactured. This sector is all about making things on a massive scale: cars, TVs, clothes, aeroplanes, fuel… it’s a very important industry. There are many career paths in the sector, from operating machinery that makes plastics or testing the quality of fi nished engine parts. Job roles: Production and process engineers, technicians, maintenance engineers, welders and machine setters. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £18,000 a year. Qualifi cations: Manufacturing Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees.

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Maritime

Maritime basically involves every industry where business takes place in harbours, at ports or on vessels. Marine engineering is also an area in this sector, which has plenty of job opportunities. This involves designing and constructing both ships and equipment to be used at sea or on the water. This sector remains vital to our economy as the sea remains the best way to bring products and materials into the country.Job roles: Commercial sea fi shing, marine leisure, maritime search and rescue, merchant navy, ports and harbours.Salary: Starting salary after completing a marine industry apprenticeship can be anywhere between £12,000 and £17,000.Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships in Maritime Occupations and Marine Industry; Foundation Degrees.

Motor Vehicles

This sector deals with all aspects of cars, vans and motorcycles – selling them, fi xing them, servicing them and even rescuing stranded drivers. There are lots of career paths on offer, from technical to customer service based roles; maintenance and repair; sales; body and paint operations; roadside assistance; and fi tting and selling motor vehicle parts.Job roles: Maintenance and repair technician, sales assistant, fast-fi t technician, body repair technician.Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £18,000 per year.Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships in Motor Vehicles; Engineering Foundation Degrees (Automotive specifi c).

Public Services

In this sector, your work could help other people and improve your local community. Public services are an essential part of our society – education, housing, the police, and the fi re service are all services that the government provides for its citizens (that’s you and us). In this sector, you could help organise a community arts programme, work for a housing association or support a teacher in the classroom. Your local council is a large employer in this sector. Contact them directly for job vacancies. Job roles: Classroom assistant, nursery nurse, admin assistant, youth support worker. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees in Public Services.

Retail

Retail is about the sale of products and services to consumers (that’s people like you walking around the shops). It covers high street shops, supermarkets, independent shops, large national chains and more. It’s also one of the most fun and young industries out there, with more than one third of the workforce under 25 years old. Whether your strengths are creativity of organisation, there’s a role for you in Retail. The main areas are: store operations, buying, visual merchandising, and management.Job roles: Sales assistant, visual merchandiser, team leader, buyer.Salary: Starting between £12,000 and £18,000 per year.Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees in Retailing, Employer sponsored traineeships.

Sport & Fitness

Many people think the only way you can get a career in sport is to become a professional athlete or a PE teacher – but this couldn’t be further from the truth. This sector is about promoting health and fi tness. For example, exercise and fi tness instructors work for gyms and leisure centres and help people stay fi t and healthy. Sports coaches teach skills and techniques at all levels, from beginner to professional. Outdoor activity instructors help people enjoy themselves in the great outdoors and operations managers make sure gyms and leisure centres run smoothly. Job roles: Personal trainer, fi tness instructor, swimming coach, leisure centre assistant, playworker. Salary: Starting around £12,000 and can rise to £25,000 with experience and qualifi cations. Qualifi cations: Apprenticeships in Sports Management, Leadership and Coaching; Foundation Degree in Playworking.

Travel & Hospitality

This sector helps people enjoy themselves during their free time and holidays. People working in this industry arrange our holidays, cook for us in restaurants, serve drinks at the bar, pamper us in salons, and more. It’s a buzzing, exciting sector with many opportunities to work in the UK and abroad. You could be a chef, a spa therapist or even a member of air cabin crew! While working hours often take place when other people are enjoying themselves (evenings and weekends), many prefer escaping the typical 9-5 lifestyle. Job roles: Hairdresser, travel agent, waiter, trainee chef, air cabin crewmember. Salary: Starting between £11,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualifi cations: Travel Services and Hospitality & Catering Apprenticeships; Foundation Degrees in Hospitality Management.

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West London

Total population: 1,477,800Key colleges: The College of North West London, Ealing, Hammersmith and West London College, Harrow College, Richmond upon Thames College, Stanmore College, St. Dominic’s College, Uxbridge College, West Thames College. Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), Brunel University, Middlesex University, St Mary’s University College, University of West London.Key employers: British Airways, Sony Ericsson, AOL, Adobe, Apple, Coca Cola, L’Oreal, Capgemini.Key industries by borough: • Brent – food & drink, transport & logistics, creative, digital & media • Ealing – creative, digital & media • Hammersmith and Fulham – creative, digital & media, IT & telecoms • Harrow – IT & telecoms, business & fi nance • Hillingdon – IT & telecoms, retail, transport & logistics • Hounslow – customer service & admin, IT & telecoms, transport & logistics.

Did you know?West London is a big place for sport. It’s home to internationally renowned stadiums like Wembley and Twickenham!

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4545East London North London

Total population: 1,471,800 Key colleges: Brooke House Sixth Form College, City and Islington College, City of Westminster College, The City College, Duff Miller Sixth Form College, Fashion Retail Academy, Kensington & Chelsea College, Lambeth College, Regents College, Southwark College, Westminster Kingsway College, Working Men‘s College.Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), BPP University College, City University London, Imperial College London, London Metropolitan University, London South Bank University, University of the Arts London, University of Westminster.Key employers: Arcadia Group, Penguin Books, Lloyds Banking Group, Capgemini.Key industries by borough: • Camden – fashion, digital, media & design • City of London – business & fi nance, tourism • Islington – IT & telecoms • Kensington and Chelsea – creative, digital & media • Lambeth – business & fi nance, customer service & admin • Southwark – business & fi nance • Wandsworth – creative, digital & media • Westminster – creative, digital & media, IT & telecoms.

Did you know?Financial and businesses services account for 77% of the total employment in the City of London.

Total population: 2,106,300Key colleges: Barking and Dagenham College,Bexley College, Brooke House Sixth Form College, Christ the King Sixth Form College, East London UTC, Greenwich Community College, Greenwich UTC, Hackney Community College, Hackney UTC, Havering College, Lewisham College, Newham College of Further Education, Newham Sixth Form College, Redbridge College, Sir George Monoux College, Tower Hamlets College.Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), University of East London, University of Greenwich.Key employers: HSBC, Barclays, Amazon, Capgemini.Key industries by borough:• Barking and Dagenham – engineering, motor vehicle, manufacturing, transport & logistics • Bexley – manufacturing, creative, digital & media, transport & logistics • Greenwich – manufacturing, travel & hospitality • Hackney – creative, digital & media, business & fi nance, food & drink • Havering – business & fi nance, manufacturing, customer service • Lewisham – business & fi nance, creative, digital & media • Newham – construction, manufacturing, transport & logistics • Redbridge – business & fi nance, customer service & admin • Tower Hamlets – business & fi nance, IT & telecoms.

Did you know?Almost £2billion was spent on developing London’s Olympic Park, which is in the east end.

Total population: 1,095,200Key colleges: Barnet and Southgate College, Capel Manor College, The College of Haringey, Enfi eld and North East London, Haringey Sixth Form College, Waltham Forest College, Woodhouse College.Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London),London Metropolitan University.Key employers: Coca Cola, Warburtons, Brent Cross Shopping Centre, Capgemini.Key industries by borough: • Barnet – retail, business & fi nance • Enfi eld – food & drink, transport & logistics, manufacturing • Haringey – creative, digital & media, manufacturing • Waltham Forest – manufacturing.

Did you know?26% of North London is open space, such as accessible park land.

Total population: 1,420,900Key colleges: Bromley College, Carshalton College, Coulsdon College, Croydon College, John Ruskin College, Kingston College, South Thames College, Southwark UTC.Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), Kingston University, Roehampton University.Key employers: Nestlé, Bank of America, AIG, Heineken, Capgemini.Key industries by borough: • Bromley - retail, customer service & admin • Croydon – retail, transport & logistics • Kingston-Upon-Thames – retail, IT & logistics • Merton – transport & logistics • Richmond-Upon-Thames – retail, business & fi nance, IT & telecoms • Sutton – health & social care.

Did you know?There are 0.6 mainline tube stations per square mile in South London.

Total population: 1,420,900Key colleges: Bromley College, Carshalton College, Coulsdon College, Croydon College, John Ruskin College, Kingston College, South Thames College, Southwark UTC.Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), Kingston University, Roehampton University.Key employers: Nestlé, Bank of America, AIG, Heineken, Capgemini.Key industries by borough:• Bromley - retail, customer service & admin • Bromley - retail, customer service & admin • Bromley Croydon– retail, transport & logistics • Kingston-Upon-Thames– retail, IT & logistics • Merton – transport & logistics • Richmond-Upon-Thames – retail, business & fi nance, IT

South London

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Did you know?Financial and businesses services account for 77% of the total employment in the City of London.

Total population: 1,471,800 Key colleges: Brooke House Sixth Form College, City and Islington College, City of Westminster College, The City College, Duff Miller Sixth Form College, Fashion Retail Academy, Kensington & Chelsea College, Lambeth College, Regents College, Southwark College, Westminster Kingsway College, Working Men‘s College.Key universities: University of London (19 colleges and institutes across London), BPP University College, City University London, Imperial College London, London Metropolitan University, London South Bank University, University of the Arts London, University of Westminster.Key employers: Arcadia Group, Penguin Books, Lloyds Banking Group, Capgemini.Key industries by borough:• Camden – fashion, digital, media & design • City of London – business & fi nance, tourism • Islington – IT & telecoms • Kensington and Chelsea – creative, digital & media • Lambeth – business & fi nance, customer service & admin • Southwark – business & fi nance • Southwark – business & fi nance • SouthwarkWandsworth – creative, digital & media • Westminster – Westminster – Westminster

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A great website to help you find courses in London iswww.ucasprogress.com.Or if you can’t find what you need there check outwww.careersworld.co.uk for more useful info!

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The Peter Jones Enterprise Academy is part of the Peter Jones Foundation, which also runs Tycoon in Schools, a national competition to get Britain’s school children involved in entrepreneurship.

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2 BCA

3 Bournemouth and Poole College

4 Cambridge Regional College

5 Chichester College

6 City College Coventry

7 City College Norwich

8 City College Plymouth

9 Cornwall College

10 Derby College

11 Dudley College

12 East Durham College

13 East Kent College

14 Freebrough Academy

15 Guildford College

16 Havering College of Further and Higher Education - Brentwood and Hornchurch

17 Highbury College

18 Leicester College

19 Milton Keynes College

20 New College Nottingham

21 Newcastle College

22 Newham College

23 North Hertfordshire College

24 Oldham College

25 Oxford and Cherwell Valley College - Oxford and Reading

26 Peterborough Regional College

27 Solihull College

28 Somerset College of Arts and Technology

29 South Devon College

30 South Essex College - Southend and Thurrock

31 Southern Regional College

32 Stow College

33 Sunderland College

34 The Sheffield College

35 Tresham College of Higher and Further Education

36 PJEA Cheshire

37 Warwickshire College

38 Westminster Kingsway College

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University of London 020 7631 6000 www.lon.ac.uk

British Institue of Technology & E-commerce 020 8552 3071 www.bite.ac.uk

Brunel University 01895 274000 www.brunel.ac.uk

City University 020 7040 5060 www.city.ac.uk

University of East London 020 8223 3000 www.uel.ac.uk

European Business School 0207 487 770 www.ebslondon.ac.uk

European School of Economics 020 7245 6148 www.eselondon.ac.uk

University of Greenwich 020 8331 8000 www2.gre.ac.uk

Kingston University 0844 8552177 www.kingston.ac.uk

LCA Business School, London 0808 178 1722 www.lcabusinessschool.com

London Metropolitan University 020 7133 4200 www.londonmet.ac.uk

London South Bank University 020 7815 7815 www.lsbu.ac.uk

Middlesex University 020 8411 5555 www.mdx.ac.uk

Richmond, The American International University in London 020 8332 9000 www.richmond.ac.uk

Universities

Roehampton University 020 8392 3232 www.roehampton.ac.uk

University of the Arts London 020 7514 6000 www.arts.ac.uk

The University of West London 0800 036 8888 www.uwl.ac.uk

University of Westminster 020 7915 5511 www.westminster.ac.uk

North London

Barnet Collegewww.barnet.ac.uk 020 8266 4000

Brooke House Sixth Form Collegewww.brookehouse.ac.uk 0800 3892 947

Capel Manor Collegewww.capel.ac.uk 08456 122 122

City & Islington Collegewww.candi.ac.uk 020 7700 9200

College of Haringey, Enfi eld and North East Londonwww.conel.ac.uk020 8802 3111

The College of North West Londonwww.cnwl.ac.uk 020 8208 5050

East London UTC020 8596 5447www.utcolleges.org

Greenwich UTC07738 726 317www.greenwichutc.com

Hackney UTC020 7613 9212www.hackneyutc.co.uk

Southwark UTC020 7815 1786www.utcolleges.org

University Technical Coll’s

Colleges

Central London

City Litwww.citylit.ac.uk 020 7492 2600

City of Westminster Collegewww.cwc.ac.uk 020 7723 8826

The City Collegewww.citycollege.ac.uk020 7253 1133

Fashion Retail Academy www.fashionretailacademy.ac.uk020 7307 2345

Morley Collegewww.morleycollege.ac.uk020 7928 8501

Southwark Collegewww.southwark.ac.uk 020 7815 1500

Westminster Kingsway Collegewww.westking.ac.uk0870 060 9800

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Barking and Dagenham Collegewww.barkingcollege.ac.uk 020 8090 3020

Bexley Collegewww.bexley.ac.uk01322 442331

Christ the King Collegewww.ctksfc.ac.uk 020 8297 9433

Greenwich Community Collegewww.gcc.ac.uk 020 8488 4800

Hackney Community Collegewww.tcch.ac.uk 020 7613 9123

Hampstead Garden Suburb Institutewww.hgsi.ac.uk0845 871 4141

Haringey Sixth Form Centrewww.haringey6.ac.uk020 8376 6000

Harrow Collegewww.harrow.ac.uk020 8909 6000

Regent’s Collegewww.regents.ac.uk0207 487 7700

Sir George Monoux Collegewww.george-monoux.ac.uk020 8523 3544

Southgate Collegewww.southgate.ac.uk020 8982 5050

Stanmore Collegewww.stanmore.ac.uk0208 420 7700

Waltham Forest Collegewww.waltham.ac.uk020 8501 8000

Woodhouse Collegewww.woodhouse.ac.uk020 8445 1210

Working Men’s College www.wmcollege.ac.uk020 7255 4700

UCAS Progresswww.ucasprogress.com

Other Useful Sites

West London

Duff Miller Collegewww.duffmiller.com0207 225 0577

Ealing Hammersmith and West London Collegewww.wlc.ac.uk0800 980 2175

Kensington & Chelsea Collegewww.kcc.ac.uk020 7573 3600

Richmond Upon Thames Collegewww.richmond-utcoll.ac.uk020 8607 8000

St Dominic’s Sixth Form Collegewww.stdoms.ac.uk020 8422 8084

Uxbridge Collegewww.uxbridgecollege.ac.uk01895 853333

West Thames Collegewww.west-thames.ac.uk 020 8326 2000

mycouncil.direct.gov.uk

Local Councils

South London

Bromley Collegewww.bromley.ac.uk 020 8295 7000

Carshalton Collegewww.carshalton.ac.uk 020 8544 4444

Croydon College www.croydon.ac.uk 020 8686 5700

Hillcroft Collegewww.hillcroft.ac.uk020 8399 2688

John Ruskin Collegewww.johnruskin.ac.uk020 8651 1131

Kingston Collegewww.kingston-college.ac.uk020 8546 2151

Lambeth Collegewww.lambethcollege.ac.uk020 7501 5010

Lewisham Collegewww.lewisham.ac.uk020 8692 0353

South-Thames College www.south-thames.ac.uk020 8918 7777

Coulsdon Collegewww.coulsdon.ac.uk01737 551176

Havering FE Collegewww.havering-college.ac.uk01708 455011

Newham College of Further Educationwww.newham.ac.uk020 8257 4446

Newham Sixth Form Collegewww.newvic.ac.uk020 8279 1001

Redbridge Collegewww.redbridge-college.ac.uk0208 548 7400

Tower Hamlets College www.tower.ac.uk 020 7510 7777

Colleges

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