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• Construction is the creation of the builtenvironment around us, from repair andmaintenance, new housing developments tosporting stadiums.

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• Getting into construction is easy and at LCB wehave a number of routes, from Apprenticeships,vocational qualifications or more academiccourses.

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• Brickwork, Carpentry & Joinery, GeneralConstruction Operations, Painting & Decorating,Plastering, Roof Slating & Tiling, Shopfitting,Signmaking, Wall & Floor Tiling, Wood Machining

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2012 is an exciting Olympic year! But it’s doubly exciting for school leavers like you, as you take that next step towards your dream career.

Whether you want to start earning qualifications and money with an Apprenticeship, get a taste of the working world with employer funded study, carry on learning at sixth form or college, or go to university, this Regional Training Prospectus will help you make the right decisions and choices.

In this issue we will profile some of the biggest sectors in your region and explain how to take the first step to a career in the ones that interest you. We’ll also explore employment trends in your area and take a look at some remarkable true stories of young people who have had success after leaving school. There’s a lot to sort out before September so we’ll give you a guide to all of the confusing qualifications out there and will answer some of the most common questions or concerns you might have too.

the future is in your hands ... right here in this prospectus. so turn the page and let’s get started!

QR Codes A QR (Quick Response) Code is a smart way to head straight to interesting websites, lots of colleges and providers have one, and using them couldn’t be simpler. All you have to do is download a QR Code reader app for your smartphone. Then launch the app, hover your phone over the code, and your phone will take you straight to the website you need. Give it a try with Open Doors Media’s very own code now!

Throughout this Prospectus, you’ll see lots of facts and figures about our region and its sectors. We get them from the Office for 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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07 sCHool leAvers proBlem pAge Make sure you’re ready to leave school, take a look at some of the problems you might face

10 QUAlIFICAtIons tABle See how different qualifications add up, and how they compare

12 lIFe storIes Past and present students tell us all about their experiences and how they succeeded

17 CreAtIve, DIgItAl & meDIA seCtor Exciting, trendy careers for artistic types

21 FooD & DrInK seCtor Want to taste success in the countries largest manufacturing sector

25 HAIr & BeAUty seCtor Get a career that never goes out of style

29 mAnUFACtUrIng seCtor It’s about making things we need, from food and medicine to petrol and clothing

33 trAnsport & logIstICs seCtor A fleet of careers that keep our world moving forward

37 ImAgIne A CAreer... We give you a heads-up on the other sectors out there, which we’ll cover in later issues

p17 Creative, digital

& media sector

the perfect place to start, jump straight to any section that instantly appeals or keep turning the pages and continue reading – it’s all here to help you find your dream career

Contents

The Intro Bits Careers Insight

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43 spotlIgHt on yorKsHIre & HUmBer All about your region

52 more HelpFUl stUFF Useful links, contact details and more – because you can never have too much information

54 Free DownloADs Want more top notch careers info? Get downloading with Open Doors

p25 Hair &

Beauty Sector

p33 Transport &

logistics sector

p21 Food & Drink sector

p29 Manufacturing sector

Useful Stuff

Here’S How IT workSEvery term we publish a new issue of Open Doors 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 every sector in the ‘Imagine a career’ article or if you head to www.opendoorsmedia.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.


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With our industry approved Apprenticeships you’ll work in a real job from day one, it’s a great way to start your career and the perfect stepping stone to getting ahead. And the best part? You’ll earn a wage and gain invaluable experience too.

• Hairdressing and Barbering• Health and Social Care• Hospitality and Catering• Retail

Want to earn while you learn?

The employmentand skills group

Take your first step towards a brighter future and call us now on 0333 444 3973, or

text JOB to 80011 and we’ll give you a call back. You can also visit www.esggroup.co.uk

The choice is yours…

During your Apprenticeship you’ll receive training, within a work environment. All of our training is sector specific and will equip you with the right skills to get you where you want to be. You can get qualifications in areas such as:

• Business Administration• Childcare• Customer Service

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With our industry approved Apprenticeships you’ll work in a real job from day one, it’s a great way to start your career and the perfect stepping stone to getting ahead. And the best part? You’ll earn a wage and gain invaluable experience too.

• Hairdressing and Barbering• Health and Social Care• Hospitality and Catering• Retail

Want to earn while you learn?

The employmentand skills group

Take your first step towards a brighter future and call us now on 0333 444 3973, or

text JOB to 80011 and we’ll give you a call back. You can also visit www.esggroup.co.uk

The choice is yours…

During your Apprenticeship you’ll receive training, within a work environment. All of our training is sector specific and will equip you with the right skills to get you where you want to be. You can get qualifications in areas such as:

• Business Administration• Childcare• Customer Service

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Around 70% of 16 year olds choose to remain in full time education

70%

Diplomas are achieved every year!

11,000+

(number of school leavers and graduates

who enter the job market each year)

800,000

(number of apprenticeship starts in england each year)

275,000+

there are more than

university places in the UK each year

500,000

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


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key DaTeSYou don’t want to miss any deadlines or important days. Here are some important dates for your diary...

26th July 2012 – University offers must be replied to by this date.

16th August 2012 – A-Level results day.

23rd August 2012 – GCSE results day.

3rd September 2012 – New academic year.

It’s also important check the key dates for whatever 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 example, many colleges have different enrolment dates, you may

have a place but that’s useless until you actually go and enrol!

SCHool leaverCHeCk lIST 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 if 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 qualification 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 fine 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?

sCHool leAver proBlem pAgeIn 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’s time to consider some of the problems you may encounter and, more importantly, how to avoid them!

USeFUl lInkSwww.apprenticeships.org.uk – Website for

Apprenticeship vacancies.

www.ucasprogress.com – All about schools,

colleges and work-based learning providers.

www.ucas.ac.uk - University and higher education

courses. www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk – The best careers

site on the web.

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part-time jobsProblem: You want to stay in further or higher education, and

have an ideal course lined up, but you’re worried about money.

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.

Not only will part-time work alongside your studies provide you

with money but it looks good on your CV too - many employers

consider workplace experience to be as important as education

and qualifications. There are lots of job sites out there with part-

time roles for students who need extra cash, so get your CV

online, but also consider doing a bit of networking or just taking a

CV round small local businesses. Lots of jobs are never actually

advertised, there’s no harm in asking local businesses if they

need extra staff and industries like the restaurant trade are always

looking for new people!

DIleMMaS, ConCernSanD proBleMS... 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’s nothing to worry about!

college enrolment Problem: 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

offered a place most colleges will send you a letter telling you what you need to enrol and when enrolment is. Though each college is

different you may need photo identification, references, loan/fee payment information and qualification 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.

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 first choice offer, 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 offered 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 offers, missed your grades or

want to turn down the offers 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.

ApprenticeshipsProblem: You’ve heard all about Apprenticeships, and would

like to do one so you can get paid and qualified, but you can’t

find 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 first

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 find 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 benefits

to the employee and the employer. You get qualified and your

employer doesn’t have to pay anything for the training if you’re

18 or under.

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 different 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 offers 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.

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QUAlIFICAtIonsexplAIneD

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

entry level level 1 level 2 level 3 level 4-8

entry level Certificates

5 gCses (grades D-g)

5 gCses (grades A*-C) A levels

skills for life

BteC Introductory

Diplomas and Certificates

Advanced Apprenticeship

Functional skills at entry level

(english, maths and ICt)

oCr nationalsBteC First

Diplomas and Certificates

Diploma of Higher education

Awards, Certificates, and

Diplomas at entry level

nvQs at level 1

Foundation Diploma

nvQs at level 2

Higher Diploma

HnD, HnC

IntermediateApprenticeship

FoundationDegree

HigherApprenticeship

gCe in applied subjects

BteC Diplomas, Certificates and

Awards

nvQs at level 3

Advanced Diploma

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lIFe STorIeS anoTHer awarD For STar STUDenT kayley22-year-old Kayley Lockhead has just completed her final year of a HND in Building Services and Engineering course at Leeds College of Building (LCB).

During her time at College Kayley has won numerous awards including LCB Student of the Year, Highly Commended Award at the Regional Apprenticeship Awards and Learner of the Year at the West Yorkshire Lifelong Learner Awards.

The latest award to add to her collection is the 2011 Yorkshire Region Award for Outstanding Academic Achievement from the Chartered Institute of Building Services. Kayley was nominated by her tutor Michael White, who said “Kayley was an excellent student who worked very hard and consistently goes above and beyond what was required of her and we wish her the very best of luck with her career”.

Kayley who works for NG Bailey said “It is great to be recognised at a regional level for the work I have done. In my day job I work alongside clients managing projects at every level from specification and design to checking that materials and timescales are all on track. When I was on my course I was in the workplace for six weeks at a time, then at College for two so I needed to be organised and plan meticulously.”

To find out more about the Apprenticeships available at Leeds College of Building call 0113 222 6023 or email [email protected]

SISTerS MIMI anD paTTy aGree THaT voCaTIonal TraInInG IS JUST THeIr CUppa aT CoSTa CoFFeeSisters Mimi and Patricia Dlugosova have done their employer Costa Coffee proud after taking vocational training courses in their stride.

Mimi, 25, and Patty, 24, both started working at the world’s leading high street café two years ago after arriving in York from Slovakia. They were then given the opportunity to gain extra qualifications with national training provider Intraining, and have not looked back since.

They enjoyed studying so much, they have each signed up for an additional course and both have gone on to be promoted, with Mimi hoping to manage her own branch.

Alicia O’Neil, who manages the Costa Coffee branch on Market Street in York, where the sisters work, said: “Mimi and Patty have done extremely well on their courses with Intraining, but more than that, they have really enjoyed them. They are great members of the team and I cannot praise them highly enough.”

The sisters have both successfully completed an NVQ Level 2 in Teamleading, which included key skills in English and Maths, and are about to embark on a Level 3 NVQ in Customer Service.

Mimi, who lives in York, said: “We love working at Costa Coffee and were very grateful to have the opportunity to learn new skills and gain new qualifications.

“Our training course has taught us skills in leading and managing people and has given us confidence in our day-to-day roles. Everything we have done has been very relevant, so we are both looking forward to the next course.”

For more information about Intraining call our contact centre on 0330 123 1300 or visit www.intraining.co.uk.

Sister act: Slovakian sisters Mimi (left) and Patricia Dlugosova have gone from strength to strength since completing vocational training at Costa Coffee with Intraining.

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loCal SCHool CollaBoraTeS wITH SHIpley ColleGe For TeaCHInG aSSISTanT apprenTICeSHIp

Shipley College has been working with local schools to provide Apprenticeship opportunities for young people, where they can gain valuable work experience from the school environment whilst getting accredited qualifications. Local apprentices are achieving great things like Lauren and Abbie at Titus Salt School.

Lauren and Abbie decided to do Apprenticeships in their own school, Titus Salt in Baildon. They wanted to train to be teaching assistants and joined the Shipley College Level 3 Apprenticeship in Children’s Care Learning and Development. Lauren describes her first year as “a brilliant experience!” and her supervisor from College as “ace”.

They have been working with a range of pupils who need extra support from year 7 to 13, working with the full age range of 11-18 years has provided broad experience. In addition, the Apprenticeship programme has allowed them to specialise in their areas of interest.

Lauren and Abbie describe the work as challenging at times but extremely rewarding and a positive alternative to a purely academic route. As Lauren says, “It’s been good preparation for working in schools”.

For more information call 01274 327 222 or visit www.shipley.ac.uk

Ian aIMS HIGHOnce a gang member at a very young age, Ian Perkins 21, knows only too well the tragedy of taking the wrong path in life and losing friends due to crime and unrest. Looking for his second chance in life and to prove wrong those people who once doubted him, Ian’s determination and will to succeed led him to Lifetime.

Enrolling into the Lifetime Fitness Academy and with the support of tutor Mark Pemberton, Ian successfully completed his Level 2 Fitness Instructor Apprenticeship; not only could Ian earn while he learned, but he was able to gain ‘on the job’ skills and a true understanding of the industry.

Ian says: “I have turned my life around, influenced people and shown never to give up on anyone. In the space of just 20 months I have come from “just an apprentice” to becoming the youngest ever Health and Fitness Manager of the largest Fitness First club in Europe. I have received two awards from my employer on consecutive months, which has never been achieved by anyone in the company. I always aimed high from the very start and never gave up on that goal.”

A bright future awaits Ian; he now teaches ‘PT Business’ courses and has worked hard to establish himself in the fitness industry. “Eventually I want to have a say in how the industry is run. I feel that my passion behind health and fitness can influence change; my ambition is to aim high!”

For more information please get in touchT: 0870 120 1207W: www.lifetimetraining.co.uk/looking-for-a-jobE: [email protected]


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lIFe STorIeS aSHley’S Career TakeS oFF aFTer STUDyInG CaBIn Crew CoUrSe aT JlCAshley Petch (18), a student at John Leggott College, is over the moon after being recruited as a Cabin Crew member at the UK’s largest charter airline, Thomson. Ashley has always wanted to work in the commercial aviation industry and is currently studying; BTEC Travel and Tourism, A Level Leisure Studies and BTEC Cabin Crew at John Leggott College in Scunthorpe. Ashley had to go through a rigorous application process which included an online application, group assessments, written assessments, role play assessment and an interview. He successfully made it down to the final 10 out of over 5,000 applicants and has been offered a full time Cabin Crew position at the company based in London. Ashley said, “I have always wanted to work in the aviation industry, all the way through school I knew I wanted to fly and travel to different parts of the world. I made sure that when I came to JLC I chose subjects that would help me pursue my ambition and I think the specialist course in BTEC Cabin Crew really helped me get the job as it gave me valuable insight into the aviation industry.” The BTEC Cabin Crew course at John Leggott College, which was launched in 2011, is a specialised course where students learn the role of Cabin Crew and develop knowledge of health and safety, emergency situations, selling techniques and making customer announcements during the flight. For more information about the courses at John Leggott College please visit www.leggott.ac.uk or call 01724 282998.

GeT CareerS oFF To a GreaT STarT

Jill Wright, Director at Kirk Newsholme, an accountancy, taxation and business advisory practice based in Leeds which this year took on two AAT apprentices, says ‘We have benefited from the Apprenticeship route because in the current climate many very bright and capable students have taken the decision to train in a work environment’.

The two apprentices, Katie and Jamie, both left college with A-levels. Katie says ‘I took the apprenticeship route because I felt it had much more to offer than going to University. It works perfectly for me as it provides a good balance between work life and learning.’

They are progressing well through their apprenticeship, attending the BPP centre in Leeds for one day per week. The other days are spent in the office or out at clients’ premises and are supported by senior members of staff, developing their technical skills, background knowledge and personal effectiveness.

Jamie was considering going to University to become an accountant but after being offered the job at Kirk Newsholme, decided to start the apprenticeship. Jamie says, ‘The apprenticeship entailed fully paid study as well as a full time job, so not only would I be getting free education and job experience, I was going to earn money. As I aspired to be an accountant my business sense kicked in! My college experience at BPP has been superb with knowledgeable, supporting tutors easing me through the lectures’.

Visit bpp.com/apprenticeshipsOr call London & Croydon: 0845 485 1770, rest of the UK: 0845 485 1771

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YOUR AMBITION REALISED.

CreAtIve, DIgItAl & meDIA seCtor

if you’re a creative person, there are so

many exciting career paths before you…

people work in creative industries in

the UK

678,000

(percentage of female

employees in creative media

industries)

39%

the UK has 4th largest gaming industry in the world!

£22,300 per year (average wage in the publishing industry)

the industry

contributes £24.8 billion to the UK

economy each year

there are lots of self-employed or freelance workers in this sector

20% 12%of animation

workforceof publishing

workforce

size of the tv workforce in the region

50,100


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From fashion and film to design and new media, it’s all about the creative buzz in this exciting, fast-paced industry. vocational learning is a great way to get your foot in the door!

USeFUl lInkScourses.skillset.org – Great place to search for media courses.

www.skillset.org – The sector skills council for creative, digital and media.

www.ccskills.org.uk – Creative and Cultural Skills.

www.bbc.co.uk/workexperience – work experience placements at the BBC.

www.careersbox.co.uk - Careers films on the web.

www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk - Our online careers resource.

graphic designWe live in a world of visual messages: websites, billboards, magazines, signs, packaging, etc. A graphic designer uses type (lettering) and images to get information across and make an impact. The wide use of graphic design means you could be working on any variety of projects.Salry: Salaries start anywhere between £13,000 and £18,000 a year.

performing ArtsIt takes years of practice, talent, hard work (and luck) to be a performer, but there are plenty of supporting roles on offer. You could help light the productions, dress the actors in wardrobe or man the ticket booth – all without the risk of stage fright!Starting salary: ranging between £12,000 and £16,000 a year.

interactive mediaInteractive media or ‘new media’ covers any digital product that responds to the user’s action by presenting pop-ups, text, video and sound. Facebook is a perfect example – others include iPhone apps, viral ads and dynamic websites. It’s all things digital, and it’s a fast-paced industry where technology pushes forward each day.Salary: As creative and IT-type role, salaries are quite high for the industry – you could make between £16,000 and £20,000 a year.

computer gamesIt takes a team of creative types to produce computer games and the industry is one of the fastest growing in the UK – employing 28,000 people across a range of roles! Games development is a very popular career path: artists, animators, graphic artists, designers, computer programmers, audio programmers, testers and production managers are all needed to make a great game. Staff turnover in the industry is low too, meaning most employees spend most of their careers working in the games business.Starting salary: ranging between £15,000 & £19,000 a year.

CreAtIve, DIgItAl& meDIA

Forget the starving artist. If you’re a creative person, there are many ways to have a successful career. This industry covers things that play a big role in our everyday lives, from the television we watch to the websites we click on. Because it’s such an exciting sector, competition for jobs can be high so work experience and on-the-job training is highly recommended.

Here are some of the biggest areas within this sector:

FashionThis stylish industry needs fashion designers to dream up the next hot look, pattern cutters to turn the designs into real clothes, buyers to stock shops with the best trends, managers to make sure everything runs to budget, plus many more hard-working people.Starting salary: ranging between £12,000 and £15,000.

publishingWithout this industry, the media you’re reading wouldn’t exist. From journalists looking for the big story to book editors crafting an author’s manuscript into a bestseller, this is an industry for people who love the written word. Many publishing companies are small and specialised, focusing on a particular niche type of publishing.Starting salary: ranging between £15,000 & £20,000 a year.

Film & tvWe all know who the actors are, but what about the hundreds of names that scroll by during the end credits? They all perform technical roles that equal a great film: production assistants, camera operators, set designers, lighting technicians, directors, special effects people, etc. This is one part of the sector where there are similar levels of male and female employees.Salary: Salaries start quite low (£12,000 a year), but can build up with experience and hard work.

AnimationIt’s more than just cartoons – films like Toy Story proved just how profitable animation can be. In addition to films, you’ll find animated content on TV, in films, adverts, website and computer and video games. Starting salary: ranging between £16,000 and £20,000.

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yorkSHIre & HUMBer FoCUSQuite a lot of people in our region are employed in this industry, and it is growing. If you like the idea of not being tied down to one

employer, freelancing is quite common in this industry; around a quarter of workers in this sector here are freelancers. The roles

available here vary from content production and photo imaging to publishing and computer game production.

Fast facts:• Over24,000peopleworkinthisindustryhere.

• YorkshireandHumberishometo5%ofthenation’screative,digitalandmediaemployees.

• Themostpopularareaofthesectorhereispublishing;over10,000peopleworkinpublishinginourregion.

start learning!Want to find a course in the Yorkshire & Humber area? Then turn to page 52 to find out how to access your local 14-19

prospectus. It will tell you who’s offering what course in your local area, or you could visit t www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk

GeT qUalIFIeD!There are plenty of vocational & academic courses in this sector...

ApprenticeshipsThe creative Apprenticeship is a way to get your foot in the door of this exciting

industry. 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. The work

experience will give you a real advantage over other candidates. Here are the

Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 2:

•Creative•Design•FashionandTextiles

•Freelance(MusicPractitioner)•GamesTesting.

Advanced ApprenticeshipsAdvanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships

are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships help you

become more qualified whilst gaining employment experience. Here are the

Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 3:

•Creative•CreativeandDigitalMedia•Design•FashionandTextiles

•Freelance(MusicPractitioner)•PhotoImagingforStaffPhotographers.

A Levels A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree, which are

explained below. Here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could

set you in the right direction:•ArtandDesign•Dance•DramaandTheatreStudies

•FineArt•GraphicDesign•HistoryofArt•MediaStudies

•Music/MusicTechnology•PerformanceStudies

•PerformingArts•Photography•3DDesign.

Foundation DegreesA Foundation Degree is a higher education qualification 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 qualifications and are equivalent to the first two

years of an honours degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two

years to complete, and are different 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, such as creative writing or animation.

vocational QualificationsVocational qualifications offer a more practical learning programme, which

relates directly to specific job roles or sectors. There are loads of different

types but here are some key ones to look out for:

•NVQs•BTECs•Diplomas.(These are available at multiple levels, you can see where they rank on our

qualifications table on page 10) Many of your local colleges and training

providers offer vocational qualifications in this sector.

To see who offers them in your region check out

www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk and take a look at some of our online profiles.

CaSe STUDyAspiring Joshua wins Arts award

16 year old Joshua Levavasseur was depressed. He’d left school with no GCSEs, wasn’t doing anything and felt let down, both by himself and the system. Joshua’s big break came when he was invited to a careers event where he learnt more about the Aspire2work programme. For the first time in months, Joshua found himself wanting to take part in something big – and in particular, the Media option offered by Bradford Foyer looked very exciting. Swallowing his apprehension, he decided to join. Since joining the Aspire2work programme, Joshua has become so engaged that he completed a multimedia project which is going to be shown on the BBC big screen and the Community Channel on sky TV. As part of the project Joshua was invited to visit the Channel 4 in London. ‘It was very cool to experience what you see on TV and get advice from media professionals ’he says. He has also won the Bronze Arts Award for contributing to creation of a new gallery at National Media Museum. For Joshua, the turning point came through Aspire2work. ‘I really enjoy the course, the tutors are very helpful and the media lessons are extremely interesting. If I hadn’t done this course I would most likely be at home, doing an underpaid job and being depressed”. “Besides,” says Joshua, “I am much more motivated for the future, more confident, and I’ve made some great friends”. To find out more about the FREE interesting courses we offer: Call 01274 829400 Email [email protected] www.aspire-i.com Or search for Aspire-i on Facebook and Twitter.


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Calderdale Training

Calderdale Training is the largest Work Based Learning provider in Calderdale and has developed partnerships with local and national companies to deliver high quality training programmes.

Our main areas of training are in Apprenticeships, as the Work Based Learning unit of Calderdale College we are very keen to work with employers and support them with training for their employees in the following skill areas:

For details on all the services we offer and the funding available, call Tony Tighe quoting Open on 01422 357357 / 07870 165719 or visit www.calderdale.ac.uk or email [email protected]

•BeautyTherapy•BrickCraft•BusinessAdministration•Carpentry&Joinery•Childcare•Creative•CustomerService•ElectricalInstallation•Hairdressing

•HealthandSocialCare•Hospitality&Catering•Painting&Decorating•Plastering•Plumbing•RetailFinancialServices•SportsActivityLeadership•SupportingTeaching&Learninginthe Classroom

Skill Areas

FooD AnD DrInK seCtor

You could earn up to

£50,000 per year as a food scientist

325,000 people are employed in this sector in the UK

there are opportunities waiting for you……

Food and drink manufacturing in the UK is a world leader (50% of the industry is made up from

exports)

there are

9,300 Food and drink

workplaces in the UK

the sector is looking to hire 137,000 new recruits over the

next few years

137,000

the UK grocery sector is worth

£151 billion!

£10 billion of food was

exported by the UK in 2011

Calderdale Training

Calderdale Training is the largest Work Based Learning provider in Calderdale and has developed partnerships with local and national companies to deliver high quality training programmes.

Our main areas of training are in Apprenticeships, as the Work Based Learning unit of Calderdale College we are very keen to work with employers and support them with training for their employees in the following skill areas:

For details on all the services we offer and the funding available, call Tony Tighe quoting Open on 01422 357357 / 07870 165719 or visit www.calderdale.ac.uk or email [email protected]

•BeautyTherapy•BrickCraft•BusinessAdministration•Carpentry&Joinery•Childcare•Creative•CustomerService•ElectricalInstallation•Hairdressing

•HealthandSocialCare•Hospitality&Catering•Painting&Decorating•Plastering•Plumbing•RetailFinancialServices•SportsActivityLeadership•SupportingTeaching&Learninginthe Classroom

Skill Areas


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yorkSHIre & HUMBer FoCUSDid you know that Yorkshire & Humber is the UK’s food capital? Our region has the largest concentration of food and drink businesses in the UK! All that business generates a lot of money – in fact, each year the local food and drink industry contributes £2.7 billion to the overall regional economy.

Now is a great time to get into the sector as there’s plenty of opportunity and the future is looking bright. Our regional sector is forecast to grow 3-times faster than the rest of the country, which means more jobs and plenty of chance for career progression.

Fast facts• FoodanddrinkbusinessesinYorkshire&

Humbergenerate12.5%oftheUK’stotalfoodand drink manufacturing turnover.

• WeproducealmostonethirdoftheUK’sbeerin our breweries.

• TheHumberareaprocessescloseto40%ofthe UK’s total fish output.

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Want to taste success in the country’s largest manufacturing sector? the food and drink sector is booming, and it needs new recruits like you!

GeT InTo THe SeCTor

The best thing about this sector is that you don’t need a specific

course or degree to get an entry-level position. Most employers

are able to teach all the important skills, like how to use tools and

machinery; quality testing; food safety; and health and safety. Once

working, you can work towards a qualification like a Level 1 NVQ in

Food Manufacture. Work hard and you’ll be progressing in no time!

Here are some entry-level jobs you could get, right now!

productionProduction workers play a key role in manufacturing all kinds of

food products. They might measure and add ingredients, check

for faults or weight samples to maintain quality standards. Typical

job roles in production could be as a butcher, confectioner, brewer

or any number of occupations.

Salary: Production operative (£10,000 - £15,000 starting salary)

packagingThis covers work on the production line in a factory. The job

may include packing finished food products into containers,

adjusting settings of machines, and responding to any problems

with the machinery. You can do apprenticeships in technical or

operational roles..

Salary: Packaging operative, bottling operative (£12,000 -

£15,000 starting salary)

DistributionFrom bringing the raw ingredients to the factory to delivering the

finished product to shops around the country, this area deals

with the movement and storage of goods. You can even do an

apprenticeship as a logistics controller.

Salary: Warehouse worker (£11,500 - £14,000 starting salary)

Finding a jobCheck your local newspaper or Job Centre for vacancies in the

industry. There are jobs listed on the Careers in Food and Drink

website too (www.careersinfoodanddrink.co.uk).

FooD & DrInK

Take a walk down the aisles of your local supermarket and you’ll see the handiwork of the food and drink industry: McVities biscuits, Weetabix cereal, Coca Cola, Cadbury’s chocolate…all of these familiar products were made by the food and drink manufacturing industry. We’d be hungry without it!

This sector is about taking what’s grown by farmers and transforming it into our favourite foods. It takes a lot of people working together to make this happen, which means loads of career paths on offer. Depending on what you like to do, you could be processing ingredients, fixing machines on the production floor, processing meat or testing product quality.

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USeFUl lInkSwww.improve-skills.co.uk – ImproveSkills (the Sector Skills Council).

www.careersinfoodanddrink.co.uk – Careers in Food and Drink.

www.fdf.org.uk – Food and Drink Federation.

www.manufacturingdiploma.co.uk – The Manufacturing and Product Design Diploma.



GeT qUalIFIeDThere are some good vocational routes into this sector…

Apprenticeships If you’re aged 16 or over, you could take an Apprenticeship

in Food Manufacture. 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. The Food Manufacture

Apprenticeship covers a range of areas from production to

baking. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to

the sector, both of these are NVQ level 2:

•FoodManufacture(Jobrolesincludebutcher,meatand

poultry operative, cake decorator, processing operative,

equipmenttechnicianandmanymore)•SeaFishing

Advanced Apprenticeships Advanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels,

but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical

roles. Advanced Apprenticeships help you become more

qualified whilst gaining employment experience. Both of the

above frameworks can be carried on to do an Advanced

Apprenticeship, these are NVQ level 3:

•FoodManufacture(Jobrolesincludebutcher,meatand

poultry operative, cake decorator, processing operative,

equipmenttechnicianandmanymore)•SeaFishing.

A Levels A Levels can either lead to university or a Foundation Degree,

which are explained below. Here are some recommended A

Levelsubjects,whichcouldsetyouintherightdirection:•

FoodTechnology•HomeEconomics

•Sciences.

Foundation Degrees A Foundation Degree is a higher education qualification 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 qualifications and are equivalent

to the first two years of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time

Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are

different from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning

in the workplace as well as at university or college.

vocational QualificationsVocational qualifications offer a more practical learning

programme, which relates directly to specific job roles or

sectors. There are loads of different types but here are some

keyonestolookoutfor:•NVQs•BTECs•Diplomas

(These are available at multiple levels, you can see where they

rank on our qualifications table on page 10) Many of your local

colleges and training providers offer vocational qualifications in

this sector. To see who offers them in your region check out

www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk and take a look at some of

our online profiles.

openInG DoorS For JoSHAn apprenticeship has opened the door for Josh Chadburn to work in a professional, high quality restaurant.

On completion of a Level 1 Professional Cookery course at Leeds City College, he was given the opportunity to secure an apprenticeship at a new college enterprise - a restaurant in a prestigious Leeds city centre location.

The Food Academy at Flannels showcases those students who have excelled in the kitchen and front of house.

Josh, 18, works five days a week on a Level 2 Apprenticeship in Food and Beverage Service, with responsibilities including setting tables, serving customers, taking orders and explaining dishes, with all his assessment done on-site.

He said he particularly liked the social element of the job; dealing directly with customers, especially regulars, and making sure they were happy and enjoyed their dining experience.

“An apprenticeship enables me to work while gaining a qualification so I am benefiting from learning skills and getting invaluable industry experience in a professional, high quality restaurant,” Josh said.

Josh is hoping to progress onto a combined Level 3 Front of House/ Level 2 Kitchen Apprenticeship.

For further details on Leeds City College and its Apprenticeship offer, visit www.leedscitycollege.ac.uk and search for Apprenticeships.


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HAIr AnD BeAUty seCtor

35.3%

90% of workers in the sector are female

30% of workers in this

sector are aged 16-24

over

(percentage of workers

in this sector with Level 2

qualifications)

Almost 9% of employers in this sector are reporting

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£21,000 (average

managerial salary in

the sector)

this exciting and stylish sector is always looking for young people with proper

training….

the industry has an annual turnover of £5.25 billion

HAIr & BeAUty

yorkSHIre & HUMBer FoCUS

We like to look and feel good in Yorkshire. In

fact, the average household spends around

£175 a year on hairdressing alone – and

that doesn’t take into consideration nail

services, beauty therapy and the growing

spa therapy industry. This is a fun, vibrant

and fashionable industry that puts a big

emphasis on staff training.

Fast facts• Around70%ofbusinessownersinthis

sector are women.

• Theaveragehouseholdherespends

£175 a year on hairdressers.

• LeedsandSheffieldhavethelargest

concentrations of salons in the region.

• Qualifiedspatherapistsareindemand

here.

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We all want to look and feel our best, which is why the UK’s health and beauty sector makes billions each year (and people will always want to look good, so there’ll always be jobs available.) A career in this sector could see you working in a busy salon, a resort spa or even on the set of a fashion shoot.

There are many different paths within this sector, depending on your interests. 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). Most importantly, you’ll need to be good with people and sensitive to their needs.

Here are some of the main areas:

hairdressing Part of the fast-moving fashion industry, this covers cutting, styling and colouring all types of hair. Hairdressers begin by training in salons and helping customers improve their look. With talent and experience, many hairdressers go on to prepare models, work on magazine shoots, or even style celebrities! The UK hairdressing industry is considered the best in the world, so there’s opportunity to travel internationally for successful hairdressers.Starting salary: Training salaries start low (around £10,000), but can increase to around £16,000 with a qualification and experience.

beauty therapyThis covers treatments and services that enhance a client’s appearance and well-being. It can include anything to simple facials and make-up to more complicated electronic treatments to remove unwanted hair or improve body tone. Some of the treatments, like body massage, aid relaxation and help relieve stress.Starting salary: ranging between £12,000 to £17,000 (with experience) a year.

spa therapySpa tourism in England is worth £1.4bn a year and is one of the fastest growing industries. Similar to beauty therapists, spa therapists give treatments that improve appearance and well-being. They offer a full range of treatments to suit a client’s needs, which may include Indian head massage, aromatherapy, holistic treatments and all aspects of heat and wet treatments (like hydrotherapy, sauna and steam). Some therapists may focus on health and fitness while others on relaxation.Starting salary: ranging between £12,000 – £14,000 a year.

nail servicesThere are roughly 18,000 businesses that employ nail technicians in the UK. Their job is to improve the appearance and condition of the skin and nails on hands and feet. They offer basic treatments like manicures and pedicures, as well as nail enhancements like wraps and hot wax treatments. Nail technicians are also skilled in creative nail art, which includes air brushing designs on the nail.Starting salary: ranging between £10,000 to £15,000 a year.

if you have creative flair, style and a desire to help people feel relaxed and good about themselves, then you might want to consider a career in health and beauty…

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GeT qUalIFIeD!There are plenty of vocational courses for this sector...

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. There are Apprenticeships ranging from barbering to spa therapy. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 2:•Barbering•BeautyTherapy•Hairdressing•NailServices.

Advanced Apprenticeships Advanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced Apprenticeships help you become more qualified whilst gaining employment experience. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 3:•Barbering•BeautyTherapy•Hairdressing•NailServices•SpaTherapy.

A Levels A Levels can either lead on to university or onto a Foundation Degree, which are explained below. In this industry a lot of your success will be down to your personality and experience rather than academic qualifications; but if you’re interested in management or a support role, here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set you in the right direction:•BusinessStudies•Economics•ICT.

Foundation DegreesA Foundation Degree is a higher education qualification 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 qualifications and are equivalent to the first two years of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are different from Honours Degrees as they usually involve learning in the workplace as well as at university or college. A Foundation Degree could be a good step after working in the sector for some time, for example there is a Foundation Degree in salon and business management.

vocational QualificationsVocational qualifications offer a more practical learning programme, which relates directly to specific job roles or sectors. There are loads of different types but here are some key ones to look out for:•NVQs•BTECs•Diplomas.(These are available at multiple levels, you can see where they rank on our qualifications table on page 10) Many of your local colleges and training providers offer vocational qualifications in this sector.

To see who offers them in your region check out www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk and take a look at some of our online profiles.

CaSe STUDyAcademy of Hair & Beauty at Craven College

The Academy of Hair & Beauty is the centre for training the Hair & Beauty students who come to Craven College, including full and part-time students and Apprentices. The salon, based in Skipton Town Centre, is also open to the general public allowing students to learn in a real-life salon environment.

Gulshan Kamal, studying: Hairdressing Level 2 said “I chose this course as a route to becoming a qualified hairdresser and the practical side has been just brilliant. Practising on real clients’ hair has really furthered my knowledge and experience and without the fantastic facilities, this would not have been possible. I would definitely recommend Craven College – the staff and students alike are very friendly and welcoming and the independence and responsibility given to you allows you to develop as a person.”

As well as providing training to Apprentices who are employed all around the area, The Academy has successfully employed their own Apprentices for the last five years and this year, has taken on two Apprentices in Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy. Having Apprentices employed at the salon is a real benefit to The Academy; they provide valuable support to the staff as well as to the full-time students.

Carol Opie, Co-ordinator for Hairdressing said: “Our staff treat the Apprentices equally as part of the team, the other students see them working professionally and therefore set a good example.”

The Academy Apprentices have all gone on to gain employment within the Hair & Beauty industry or have stayed with The Academy and progressed onto Advanced Apprenticeships and some even remain with the College to this day working as salon managers and supporting their new Apprentices and full-time students.

For more information on Apprenticeships with Craven College call 01756 693686Or visit: www.craven-college.ac.uk

USeFUl lInkSwww.habia.org – A useful point of contact for all things

relating to hair and beauty training.




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CALL NOW ON 01302 553757or email [email protected] or click www.don.ac.uk

Why an Apprenticeship?With an apprenticeship programme at Doncaster College you will:� Earn while you learn� Have the opportunity of real work/life experiences� Learn in the workplace at your own pace, supported by your employer and your work place assessor� Undertake off the job training relative to your work

Why an Apprenticeship at Doncaster College?Doncaster College is a large provider of further education in South Yorkshire. It is also one of the largest providers of higher education in this region. There are two main campuses – The Hub and its sister campus at High Melton. The University Centre Doncaster is based at High Melton. The Hub campus is situated on the Waterfront in the centre of Doncaster and is home to some excellent educational facilities. These include state-of-the-art IT facilities, a 100-seat lecture theatre, a 200-seat drama studio, a huge two-floor Learning Resource Centre and a beauty salon which is open to the public.

The College offers Apprenticeships in:� Accountancy� Advice and Guidance� Business Administration� Brickwork� Childcare� Customer Service� Floristry� Joinery� Electrical and Mechanical Engineering� Hairdressing� Health and Social Care

What to do next?In order to complete and apprenticeship you will need an employer that is willing to support your training and pay you a wage.

For current vacancies please visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk and start looking for a suitable employer as soon as possible.

at Doncaster College

Apprenticeships

� Horticulture� Hospitality and Catering� Information Technology� Manufacturing� Motor Vehicle� Painting and Decorating� Plastering� Plumbing� Road Building� Highway Maintenance� Welding

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CALL NOW ON 01302 553757or email [email protected] or click www.don.ac.uk

Why an Apprenticeship?With an apprenticeship programme at Doncaster College you will:� Earn while you learn� Have the opportunity of real work/life experiences� Learn in the workplace at your own pace, supported by your employer and your work place assessor� Undertake off the job training relative to your work

Why an Apprenticeship at Doncaster College?Doncaster College is a large provider of further education in South Yorkshire. It is also one of the largest providers of higher education in this region. There are two main campuses – The Hub and its sister campus at High Melton. The University Centre Doncaster is based at High Melton. The Hub campus is situated on the Waterfront in the centre of Doncaster and is home to some excellent educational facilities. These include state-of-the-art IT facilities, a 100-seat lecture theatre, a 200-seat drama studio, a huge two-floor Learning Resource Centre and a beauty salon which is open to the public.

The College offers Apprenticeships in:� Accountancy� Advice and Guidance� Business Administration� Brickwork� Childcare� Customer Service� Floristry� Joinery� Electrical and Mechanical Engineering� Hairdressing� Health and Social Care

What to do next?In order to complete and apprenticeship you will need an employer that is willing to support your training and pay you a wage.

For current vacancies please visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk and start looking for a suitable employer as soon as possible.

at Doncaster College

Apprenticeships

� Horticulture� Hospitality and Catering� Information Technology� Manufacturing� Motor Vehicle� Painting and Decorating� Plastering� Plumbing� Road Building� Highway Maintenance� Welding

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mAnUFACtUrIng seCtor£34 billion (the annual

sales of the UK chemical Manufacturing industry)

£26,205 per year (average wage in the manufacturing sector)

the UK’s pharmaceutical industry is the 4th largest in europe

government and industry giants are trying to encourage

more females to get into science and

manufacturing!

Automotive manufacturing

contributes £6.5 billion to the UK

economy

Manufacturing makes up 25% of the UK’s economy

25%

(percentage of employers reporting hard

to fill vacancies) skilled employees are needed!

57%

there are 2.5 million people in the industry in

the UK!

2.5MIllIon


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ManUFaCTUrInG JoBSThere are many career paths in the sector. The type of work depends greatly on the area of manufacturing.

Here are some example entry-level positions, which could be as part of a variety of the above manufacturing areas:

• Assembler:Fitting components together to make a finished product. For example, fixing microchips into circuit boards. Starting salary: £13,000.

• Materials technician:Testing the behaviour of materials under different conditions to eliminate faults. Starting salary: ranging between £14,000 and £17,000 a year.

• Process operative:Involved in the manufacturing process, from reporting machine faults to feeding raw materials into machines. Starting salary: ranging between £14,000 and £19,000 a year.

yorkSHIre & HUMBer FoCUS

The manufacturing industry is one of the largest sectors

in Yorkshire and Humber; although it has seen some

decline, there are still over 300,000 people employed

in manufacturing here. There are a variety of products

manufactured here from food and drink to electronics

and railway air brakes.

Fast Facts.• Around14%ofYorkshireandHumber’sworkforceis

employed in manufacturing.

• TheCoca-ColafactoryinWakefieldproducesover

100 cans a second.

• Yorkshireishometothelargestaerosolfactoryin

the world.

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Manufacturing is all about making things on a massive scale: cars, TVs, clothes, metal, planes, food, pharmaceuticals, fuel…it’s a very important industry. While lots of manufacturing companies have moved abroad, the UK still competes as the sixth largest manufacturing country in the world, employing 2.5 million people.

Here are some of the biggest areas:

AutomotiveThis can be anything from individual vehicle components to entire working vehicles. The UK is home to Nissan’s manufacturing base, with the Sunderland plant producing almost one in every four cars made in the UK. Nissan is the largest volume passenger car manufacturer in the country and has been one of Europe’s most efficient car plants for the last 8 years.

DefenceThe defence industry is one of the most important clusters of high-tech manufacturers of military vehicles, equipment and components. Defence is big business and is one of the areas that UK companies are known for around the world. Defence manufacturing employs around 300,000 people in the UK, with an annual turnover of £35 billion!

chemical & processThis industry turns raw materials into useful high street and industry products. These processes are very scientific and include plastics, pharmaceuticals, food and drink, artificial fibres and other man-made synthetic products. Work in this industry can involve developing existing processes or creating new materials.

electronicsThe design and production of electronic systems and components, including: semi-conductors, communications technology, consumer electronics, computers and other IT equipment. The UK electronics industry is the fifth largest in the world in terms of production and a large amount of this is down to the specialities in advanced components and technologies.

MetalsThe production and distribution of a range of metals. This area can be broken down to the main areas of production, fabrication and recycling. With lots of new technology in metals production (to help the industry become more efficient and environmentally friendly) new skills are needed so young people like you are in demand.

building products & processThe production of building products, coatings, extractives, glass, printing and paper, and furniture. As this manufacturing sector covers such a range of products lots of different skills are needed, including: technicians, engineers, logistics operatives and scientists.

From the cars on the motorway to the clothes in your wardrobe, many of the things we rely on have been manufactured.

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USeFUl lInkSwww.cogent-ssc.com - The Sector Skills Council for

chemicals, gas and plastics.

www.prospect4u.co.uk - Manufacturing careers website

from the Sector Skills Council.

www.semta.org.uk - The Sector Skills Council for Science,

Engineering and Manufacturing. There is a manufacturing

course finder on the site.

www.proskills.co.uk – The Sector Skills Council for the

process and manufacturing sector.

www.careersbox.co.uk - careers films on the web.


CaSe STUDyRobert Greatrex - Apprentice Plant TechnicianYork Factory, Nestlé UK & Ireland

“I joined Nestlé UK & Ireland on its Engineering Apprenticeship Programme as an Apprentice Plant Technician. I work within the Factory Maintenance Division at York confectionery plant, where we manufacture some of the UK’s most loved brands, including Kit Kat and Aero.

“I learn on the job with experienced technicians who are responsible for ensuring the plant machinery runs effectively without disruption to production. There’s always a new technical problem to solve or a way to improve our systems which makes my work varied and I am constantly building my skills and knowledge.

“My apprenticeship offers me valuable practical experience while I earn as well as the opportunity to gain relevant qualifications at the same time. Through Nestlé’s partnership with the local college I have gained qualifications such as Performing Engineering Operations and a B-tech Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. Once I have completed my four year programme I can then choose to complete a foundation degree, undergraduate degree or masters, which provides me with a different route to higher education that I didn’t previously think was possible.

“I chose an apprenticeship in Engineering because it means I can continue doing something I love. I’ve always been interested in engineering - even as a child I used LEGO to design models and as I grew older I worked on the maintenance of car engines in my spare time. I can now see a clear career path in Nestlé which makes me excited about the future.”

To find out more about careers in the food industry: Visit: www.tastesuccess.co.ukEmail: [email protected] Call: 020 7420 7140 Or Like: Taste Success on Facebook

GeT qUalIFIeD There are lots of vocational routes into this sector...

ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships cover a wide range of job roles in manufacturing

– you could be helping to make anything from furniture and glass

to cars and paper. 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 are NVQ level 2:

•BuildingProductsOccupations•CeramicsManufacturing•CoatingOccupations

•ExtractiveandMineralProcessingOperations

•Furniture,Furnishings&InteriorsManufacturingIndustry

•GlassIndustryOccupations•LaboratoryTechnicians

•MetalsProcessing•PaperandBoardManufacture

•PolymerProcessingandSignmaking

•Print&PrintedPackaging•ProcessTechnology.

Advanced ApprenticeshipAdvanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like

Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced

Apprenticeships help you become more qualified whilst gaining

employment experience. Here are the Apprenticeship frameworks

relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 3:

•BuildingProductsOccupations•CoatingOccupations

•ExtractiveandMineralProcessingOperations

•Furniture,Furnishings&InteriorsManufacturingIndustry

•GlassIndustryOccupations•LaboratoryTechnicians

•MetalsProcessing•PaperandBoardManufacture

•PolymerProcessingOperations•Print&PrintedPackaging•ProcessTechnology.


which are explained below. Most employers and universities value

practical and scientific subjects; these demonstrate you 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•Chemistry•Design&Technology

•Physics•Textiles.

Foundation DegreesA Foundation Degree is a higher education qualification which




They are university-level qualifications and are equivalent to the

first two years of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time Foundation

Degree takes two years to complete, and are different 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, from manufacturing technology to processing.

vocational QualificationsVocational qualifications offer a more practical learning

programme, which relates directly to specific job roles or sectors.

There are loads of different types but here are some key ones to

lookoutfor:•NVQs•BTECs•Diplomas

(These are available at multiple levels, you can see where they

rank on our qualifications table on page 10) Many of your local

colleges and training providers offer vocational

qualifications in this sector. To see who offers them in your region check out

www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk and take a look at some of our

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FOR MORE INFORMATION tel: 01484 437070, email: [email protected] web: www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships

Things are

LOOKING UPGet a job and get qualified

Apprenticeships in:• Accounting• Brickwork• Business and administration• Carpentry and joinery• Catering and hospitality• Childcare• Customer service• Engineering• Fabrication and welding• Hairdressing• Health and social care• IT users• Motor vehicle• Plumbing• Retail• Team leading and management You can:• learn through hands-on experience,• earn a salary,• get paid holidays,• receive fantastic training, and• gain recognised qualifications.

trAnsport &logIstICs seCtor

(number of people employed in

transport sector in the UK)

700,000

(percentage of transport

employers who have vacancies)

15%

railway operations employ around 120,000 people

(number of employees in the transport sector in the UK)

90,000 (people employed in the aviation industry)

this is an important sector with lots of

opportunities for all!

£25,000 per year (average salary of hgv

drivers in the UK)

new employees will be needed in the

logistics sector by 2017

748,000

22,000FOR MORE INFORMATION tel: 01484 437070, email: [email protected] web: www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk/apprenticeships

Things are

LOOKING UPGet a job and get qualified

Apprenticeships in:• Accounting• Brickwork• Business and administration• Carpentry and joinery• Catering and hospitality• Childcare• Customer service• Engineering• Fabrication and welding• Hairdressing• Health and social care• IT users• Motor vehicle• Plumbing• Retail• Team leading and management You can:• learn through hands-on experience,• earn a salary,• get paid holidays,• receive fantastic training, and• gain recognised qualifications.


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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:

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!

trAnsport & logIstICs

rail transport operationsIt’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.Starting salary: Around £13,000 a year.

AirportsIt takes more than pilots to keep plane passengers safe – air traffic controllers help planes land safely and baggage handlers make sure luggage reaches the right destination. This sector is continually growing, with more and more flights every year. There are also lots of customer service roles throughout airports.Starting salary: ranging between £14,000 and £17,000 a year.

engineering and maintenanceTransport 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 fix lorries, depending on your interests. Maintenance specialists are also vital to our railways and motorways.Starting salary: ranging between £16,000 and £19,000 a year.

Mail servicesThis 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.Starting salary: ranging between £12,500 and £17,000 a year.

Driving & carrying goodsThis 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.Starting salary: ranging between £10,500 and £12,500 a year.

Warehouse & storageAn 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.Starting Salary: Around £13,000 a year.

yorkSHIre & HUMBer FoCUSCombining new jobs and those that need replacement employees, for example after retirement, there are an expected 65,000 jobs to fill by 2017, like the sound of those odds? There are a variety of roles to suit different people including supply chain management, cargo handling, warehouse and storage and various modes of transport like road, sea and rail. The most common job role here is in goods handling and storage, like the people who operate warehouses.

Fast facts:• 158,000peopleareemployedinthissectorhere.• 7%ofourregionsworkforceisemployedinthis

sector. • 14%oflogisticscompanieshaveatleastone

vacancy.• YorkshireandHumberhavemorelogistics

workplaces than the national average

start learning!Want to find a course in the Yorkshire & Humber? Then turn to page 52 to find out how to access your local 14-19 prospectus. It will tell you who’s offering what course in your local area, or you could visit www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk

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USeFUl lInkSwww.deliveringyourfuture.co.uk – All about careers in Logistics.

www.goskills.org – The Sector Skills Council for Transport.

www.skillsforlogistics.org – The Sector Skills Council

for Logistics.www.careersbox.co.uk - Careers films on the web.


CaSe STUDyPartnership programme is a great success for Paul

System Training is working in partnership with Eddie Stobart to deliver apprenticeship training at their Training Academy in Widnes.

Paul Withe, from Liverpool, began his apprenticeship to become an Eddie Stobart driver after successfully making it through the assessment process.

Paul stood out as a likeable character from day one, “‘I was so nervous coming in to this, you just don’t know what to expect. The trainers have been incredible; they really understand what we are going through. They helped me believe that I could actually do this.”

Trainer, Dave Wardle said: “Hearing back from his mentors on the road, he’s been doing a great job. I couldn’t be happier for Paul.”

As part of his apprenticeship, Paul will receive a Level 2 Certificate in Driving Good Vehicles QCF and his articulated lorry driving licence. Paul is a great example of exactly why the partnership programme was set up. Not only has Paul received quality training, but he’s been given a life-changing opportunity.

Eddie Stobart is currently recruiting for their next intake of apprentices at Widnes. For more information on this fantastic opportunity and other apprenticeship programmes available with System Training, including motor vehicle, warehouse and storage and accountancy call 0845 609 9003 or visit www.system-training.com

GeT qUalIFIeD!There are plenty of vocational routes into this sector...

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 are NVQ level 2:•AviationOperationsontheGround•CabinCrew

•DrivingGoodsVehicles•MailServices

•PassengerCarryingVehiclesDriving–BusandCoach

•PurchasingandSupplyManagement

•RailTransportEngineering•RailServices

•TrafficOffice•TransportEngineering&Maintenance

•WarehouseandStorage.

Advanced ApprenticeshipAdvanced Apprenticeships are equivalent to A Levels, but like

Apprenticeships are advantageous for practical roles. Advanced

Apprenticeships help you become more qualified whilst

gaining employment experience. Here are the Apprenticeship

frameworks relevant to the sector, all of these are NVQ level 3:

•DrivingGoodsVehicles•LogisticsOperationsManagement

•PurchasingandSupplyManagement

•RailTransportEngineering•TransportEngineeringandMaintenance.

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

•PurchasingandSupplyManagement.


which are explained below. As many of the skills needed in the

industry there aren’t specific A Levels that are the key to the

sector. However if you’re interested in management aspects

here are some recommended A Level subjects, which could set

youintherightdirection:•BusinessStudies•Economics.

Foundation DegreesA Foundation Degree is a higher education qualification which




They are university-level qualifications and are equivalent

to the first two years of an Honours Degree. A typical full-time

Foundation Degree takes two years to complete, and are

different 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.

vocational QualificationsVocational qualifications are work-based and often more involve

practical learning, relevant to a specific industry or sector. They

have different names depending on the awarding body. Here are

somekeyonestolookoutfor:•NVQs•BTECs•Diplomas

(These are available at multiple levels, you can see where they rank

on our qualifications table on page 10) Many of your local colleges

and training providers offer vocational qualifications in this sector.

To see who offers them in your region check out

www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk and take a look at some of our

online profiles.


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Around 293,000 people work in

agriculture in the UK

293,000there are 270,800

chefs in the UK

270,800

people work in creative industries in the UK

678,000

of job vacancies require it skills

92%

the UK retail industry is the 3rd largest in

the world

2.5 million people are employed in manufacturing in the UK

over 1.1 million people are employed in financial services

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yoUr CAreer, yoUr CHoICeWondering what other careers are out there?here are some of the other sectors in your region...

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 qualifications 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

first year, with excellent benefits and

progression. Qualifications: 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. Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Business & Admin and Financial Services; A-level Traineeships; Foundation Degrees.

constructionIts more than just bricks and mortar. The construction industry is worth billions and builds the world around us, from hospitals and houses to bridges and football stadiums. One of the most popular ways into this career is the Construction Apprenticeship Scheme, which takes two years for a Level 2 award, and one more year for the Level 3 qualification. To apply, you’ll need to have found an employer that will sponsor you.

Job roles: Bricklayer, labourer, joiner, painter and decorator, plasterer.Salary: Apprentices can expect to earn around £8,700 the first year, £11,600 the next, and £15,350 the third year.Qualifications: Construction Apprenticeships; Foundation Degrees.

customer service & AdminAny business that wants to be successful has to make its customers happy. From helping a shopper find 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 office. 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, office junior, personal assistant, customer service representative.Salary: Starting anywhere between £13,000 and £18,000 per year.Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Customer Service and Business & Admin; Foundation Degree in Customer Service Management.

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energy & renewablesThis 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 purification 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. Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Gas, Nuclear and Utilities; Foundation Degrees, including Power

Distribution.

engineeringAt the heart of every technological advance is an engineer. 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 more

cheaply, quickly and effectively than

ever before? Engineering is one of the most varied sectors out there, with specialist areas like chemical, mechanical, electrical, aerospace, marine and defence.

Job roles: Maintenance fitter, welder,

mechanical engineering technician.Salary: Starting anywhere between

£15,000 and £18,000 per year.Qualifications: Apprenticeships in

Engineering; Foundation Degrees.

entrepreneurialAn 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/Qualifications: All of these things depend on the individual. The beauty of creating your own business is that you don’t need any special qualifications. You might need some help in setting up a business though so head to www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk to see what’s out there to support young entrepreneurs.

environmental & Land-based 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. Qualifications: Apprenticeships from Animal Care to Agriculture; Foundation Degrees.

health & social care 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 helping people live healthy, full lives. Health care covers careers in medicine (nurses, physiotherapists, dental nurses, etc) while social care is about supporting people with special needs. Most people in this sector work for the NHS while the rest are employed by private practices. Because healthcare is an essential part of our society, there’ll always be jobs on offer for qualified people. In fact, this is one sector that continues to thrive during recessions.

Job roles: Care assistant, nursing assistant, dental nurse, porter. Salary: Starting between £13,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualifications: Apprenticeships and Foundation degrees in Health and Social Care.

it & telecoms From mobile phones and satellite TV to broadband and fibre optics, IT & Telecoms are a major part of life – it helps us keep in touch with our friends, stay entertained, conduct business and more. The IT side of things is all about computers and information systems – designing them, developing them, making them, selling them and installing them. 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.

Job roles: IT trainer, helpdesk assistant, telecoms technician, customer service representative. Salary: Starting £16,000 - £20,000 for IT and £12,000 - £15,000 for Telecoms. Qualifications: IT Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees.


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We have a wide range of Apprenticeships available at Intraining • Health and Social Care* • Business Administration • Contact Centre • Sales and Telesales • Customer Service • Team Leading

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STarT learnInGWant to find a course in one of these sectors? Then turn to page 52 to find out how to access your local 14-19 prospectus. It will tell you who’s offering what in your local area.

MaritimeMaritime 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 fishing, 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.Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Maritime Occupations and Marine Industry; Foundation Degrees.

Motor vehicles This sector deals with all aspects of cars, vans and motorcycles – selling them, fixing 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 fitting and selling motor vehicle parts.

Job roles: Maintenance and repair technician, sales assistant, fast-fit technician, body repair technician.Salary: Starting between£13,000 and £18,000 per year.Qualifications: Apprenticeships in Motor Vehicles; Engineering Foundation Degrees (Automotive specific).

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 fire 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. Qualifications: Apprenticeships and Foundation Degrees in Public Services.

retailRetail 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 or 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.Qualifications: 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 fitness. For example, exercise and fitness instructors work for gyms and leisure centres and help people stay fit 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, fitness instructor, swimming coach, leisure centre assistant, playworker. Salary: Starting around £12,000 and can rise to £25,000 with experience and qualifications. Qualifications: 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: Travel agent, waiter, trainee chef, air cabin crewmember. Salary: Starting between £11,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualifications: Travel Services and Hospitality & Catering Apprenticeships; Foundation Degrees in Hospitality Management.

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We have a wide range of Apprenticeships available at Intraining • Health and Social Care* • Business Administration • Contact Centre • Sales and Telesales • Customer Service • Team Leading

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West Yorkshire

Key colleges: Bradford College, Calderdale College, Greenhead College,

Huddersfield New College, Kirklees College, Leeds City College, Leeds College of

Building, NEW College (Pontefract), Notre Dame Catholic Sixth Form College, Shipley

College, Wakefield College.

Key universities: The University of Bradford, The University of Huddersfield,

University of Leeds, Leeds Trinity University College, Leeds Metropolitan University.

West Yorkshire is one of the most modern and thriving areas of the North. It’s a

recognised financial centre with lots of companies involved in banking, finance and

insurance investment, such as First Direct who are based in Leeds. The lower rents

for businesses than in cities like London make Leeds an attractive location, and the

regions transport links make it easy to commute for work.

Key city: Leeds

Leeds is one of the fastest growing cities in the entire country, and is considered the

most important financial hub outside of London. It also has a booming Creative, Digital

&Mediasectorthat’sgrowingbyabout10%ayear.Butit’snotallofficework–Leeds

is still the UK’s third-largest manufacturing centre, with 1,800 companies employing

over 40,000 people.

Key places: Leeds, Bradford, Halifax, Huddersfield, Wakefield

Key employers: Leeds City Council, ASDA, British Gas, BT, Yorkshire Bank,

Natwest, Barclays, Leeds Teaching Hospital (NHS).

14-19 prospectuses: www.bradford4learning.com, www.leedspathways.org.uk,

www.applywakefield.org.uk

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North Yorkshire

Key colleges: Askham Bryan College, Craven College,

Scarborough Sixth Form College, Selby College,

York College.Key universities: The University of York,

York St John University.

As a mainly rural area, North Yorkshire’s industry used to

centre on farming – however, today more than a quarter

of the workforce is in manufacturing and leisure & tourism.

Towns like Harrogate and costal attractions like Scarborough

bring in lots of visitors. Retail is another major industry, with

shopping outlets ranging from small traders on the coast to

large shopping centres in and around York. It’s the largest

county in the UK so opportunities vary from place to place.

Key city: York York has a growing reputation of being a national

centre for business and tourism. Sites like the National

Railway Museum and York Minster have given the city an

international reputation. York also has a large presence in the

engineering and food & drink sectors, famous brands like

Rowntree’s (owned by Nestle) have made the city famous for

food production. York is a great place for training – six local

vocational educational establishments have been designated

Centres of Vocational Excellence, including Askham Bryan

College. It’s also home to two universities!

Key places: York, Harrogate.

Key employers: North Yorkshire County Council, City of

York Council, North Yorkshire Police, Aviva plc, Shepherd

Building Group, Grampian Country Pork.

14-19 prospectuses: Get Connected Now - careers,

learning and work in North Yorkshire -

www.getconnectednow.co.uk

south YorkshireKey colleges: Barnsley College, Dearne Valley College, Doncaster College, Longley Park Sixth Form College, Rotherham College of Arts and Technology, Sheffield College, Thomas Rotherham College, Key universities: The University of Sheffield, Sheffield Hallam University.

Sheffield is growing in sectors like creative, digital & media; land-based & environmental; and energy & renewables, with lots of opportunities for young people. South Yorkshire is also home to the Advanced Manufacturing Park, which helps to develop manufacturing solutions for industry, and the region will be home to the Nuclear Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre, so it’s the place to be for Manufacturing.

Key city: Sheffield With 150 woodlands and 50 public pars, Sheffield is England’s greenest city and one of the safest British cities you can live and work in. It’s an up-and-coming city. Europe’s largest shopping and leisure complex, Meadowhall, is here and over 400,000 people go through its doors every week.

Key places: Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, Barnsley. Key employers: Sheffield City Council, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (NHS), Sheffield Hallam University, HSBC.14-19 prospectuses: www.applysheffield.org.uk, www.applyrotherham.org.uk,www.doncasterchoices1419.org.uk, www.barnsley1419.info

HumberKey colleges: Bishop Burton College, East Riding College, Franklin College, Grimsby Institute, Hull College, John Leggott Sixth Form College, North Lindsey College, Wilberforce College, Wyke Sixth Form College.Key university: The University of Hull.

AlmostaquarteroftheUK’sporttrafficpassesthroughtheHumberEstuary.It’sanimportantwaterway–20%ofour natural gas supply comes through here, as well as other goods from Europe. Over 100 big chemical and refining companies operate in the Humber, including includes BP. Like many coastal areas the Humber region is going to be vital in developing renewable energy for the future. The Humber Waterside Enterprise Zone has been announced by the government to make the Humber region a green energy hub, and will create over new 4,000 jobs by 2015!

Key city: Hull For centuries, Hull has been the main sea-port on the east coast. The city has a long tradition of trading with the great Scandinavian, Baltic and European port-cities, and remains a major gateway to the EU. Today, businesses in Hull deliver an annual turnover of almost £8bn. As well as international trade there are opportunities in Manufacturing, which includes: aircraft, cars, petrol chemicals, medical goods and clothing. There are some fantastic further and higher education institutions too!

Key places: Hull, Grimsby, Scunthorpe. Key employers: NHS, Hull City Council, Baxters, Youngs, BAE Systems, Kimberly-Clark, East Riding Council, Corus.14-19 prospectuses: www.logonmoveon.co.uk, www.lincs2.co.uk


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Are you ready for work? Would you prefer to spend most of your week with an employer rather than in a classroom? Would you be happy with a small wage for your efforts? Then an Apprenticeship is just the thing for you.

An Apprenticeship is a fantastic way of gaining on-the-job training while earning money and acquiring a qualification at the same time.

THE GRIMSBY INSTITUTE OFFERS A WIDE SELECTION OF SUBJECTS:● Accountancy ● Administration● Children & Young People’s Workforce ● Construction● Customer Service ● Information Technology● Engineering ● Electrical Installation● Hairdressing ● Health & Social Care ● Hospitality Services ● Mechanical Engineering● Motor Vehicle (Light/Heavy Vehicle) ● Plumbing & Heating● Refrigeration & Air Conditioning ● Warehousing & Storage

nvQ level 4 + - 26.4%

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trade Apprenticeships - 4%

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nvQ level 1 - 14.8%

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Serco improves the quality and efficiency of essential services that matter to millions of people around the world. The work we do for national and local governments involves us in the most important areas of public service, including health, education, transport, science and defence. Our private sector customers are industry-leading organisations in a wide variety of markets.

We have nearly 50 years’ experience of helping our customers achieve their goals. Many want us to improve their productivity and service quality. Others need us to support their rapid growth. Government customers face crucial issues such as economic development, congestion, security and climate change. They value the innovation and passion we bring to these challenges, and the collaborative, flexible and imaginative way we work.

Serco is a values-led company with a culture and ethos that is at the heart of everything we do. We give our people real

responsibility, allowing them to put their ideas into practice and to truly make a difference for our customers and the public.

Our people strategy is at the heart of our approach, it’s designed to ensure we continue to have the people and expertise we need to face today’s challenges and those ahead of us. It recognises that a good business depends on good people. This drives our commitment to support our national Apprenticeship programme which has enabled us to recruit some exciting new talent into the business.

Our approach has made us one of the world’s leading service companies and our vision is to be the world’s greatest. Our service ethos means that our customers come back to us again and again. These long-term relationships help us to meet their changing needs and to do what we do best...

..bringing service to life.

Current Apprenticeship Programmes within Serco

Aeronautical – Avionic Customer ServiceGeneral Engineering Craftsmen

Mechanical Building Maintenance

Aeronautical – Ground Radio

Digital Satellite Communications

Ground Support Equipment Technician

Motor Vehicle Maintenance

Aeronautical – Mechanical

Electro-TechnicalQuality Assurance -Health and Safety

Plumbing

Bike Mechanic – Barclays Cycle Hire London

Electro-Mechanical Health and Social Care Project Engineering

BoilermakerElectronic Systems Engineering

Horticulture Project Management

Building ServicesElectrical Systems Engineering

IT Support Technician Shipwright

Business Administration Engineering Maintenance Leisure and Tourism Support Services

Childcare Facilities Management Life GuardAircraft Survival Equipment

Contact Centre Operations

Finance Management Team Leading

Custodial Care Fitness InstructionMarine Seamen – Deckhand

Warehouse Management

Lesley Watson,

UK Apprenticeship Manager,

Serco

Chair Apprenticeship

Ambassador Network South-

West of England, National

Apprenticeship Service

At Serco we find that apprentices

are motivated, flexible and loyal. They bring increased productivity, improved competitiveness and a committed, competent workforce.

To apply for a Serco Apprenticeship

log-on to the Apprenticeship Vacancies Website

apprenticeshipvacancymatchingservice.lsc.gov.uk • [email protected]

Apprenticeships within Serco

Aeronautical Apprentices, RNAS Yeovilton Motor Vehicle Apprentice, RAF Cranwell

Apprenticeships within Serco are key as we recruit the new talent we need to continue delivering high quality services. Apprenticeships are available in numerous diverse sectors within Serco as we continue to grow the scale and breath of the programme. We do all we can to make sure apprentices get maximum learning from the job and are supported through their studies and into employment.

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Christopher Hyman

Chief Executive,

Serco Group

Throughout Serco, we appreciate the potential of young people and place great significance on providing them with the opportunities to

develop the skills and experience necessary to enter work. We are delighted to be offering these opportunities, which are exciting for the people involved and the company, as we look to recruit the new talent we need to continue delivering high quality services for all our customers.

Lee Catterick, turned his life around when he was given the opportunity to train as a horticulture Apprentice. Lee is just one of the young people to take up the Apprenticeships offered by our grounds maintenance team at the London Borough of Newham, in association with agricultural college Capel Manor.

Leaving school at 13, Lee got in with a ‘bad crowd’ and spent a year in

prison. Now, he enjoys his work and looks forward to the future: “The best bit of my Apprenticeship? Getting up and going to work – doing something that gives me a feeling of self-worth. As an Apprentice I’m learning a skilled trade, a recognised trade, and I’m earning while I’m learning. All in one. The bonus is there’s a qualification.”

The Senior Supervisor and Lee’s mentor John, says: “Lee is enthusiastic about whatever we ask him to do. I think he will be a credit to himself and the Apprenticeship scheme.”

The horticultural industry as a whole desperately needs skills to be passed down to the next generation. “A lot of people are already coming up to retirement age and we will lose their skills,” explains John. “Through apprentices those skills are passed on and shared. Our apprentices are full-time, they’re part of the team and do a vast range of jobs.”

Our UK and Ireland Apprenticeship Footprint 2012

As part of our commitment to employee development the Apprenticeship in Customer Service is offered to all employees enrolled in The Listening Academy which is an adviser development programme offered to contact centre staff in Serco.

Matthew Varty was one of the first employees at our site in Newcastle to complete his Apprenticeship in Customer Service.

This is what Matthew and his Team Manager had to say:

Matthew said, “I was really keen to progress so I often came in early or stayed late after shifts to work with the assessors – who were really helpful. They helped me through my Numeracy and Literacy assessments as well as the Key skills and communication workbooks. I’m really pleased to have been the first person on the Newcastle site to have passed this. I feel I have achieved a lot and I’m really looking forward to getting my certificate.”

Matthew’s Team Manager Scott High said, “I’m really proud that Matthew is the first person on site to complete his Apprenticeship. He’s been really enthusiastic throughout the process and has consistently displayed great customer service skills – something which is starting to rub off on his colleagues. Well done Matthew!”

Apprentice Varty Completes the Apprenticeship in Customer Services

Lee Carrick looks forward to the future with a Serco Apprenticeship

Apprentice Team Building 2011: International Fire Training Center

Apprenticeships within Serco

www.serco.com

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onlIne 14-19 prospeCtUses

Barnsleywww.barnsley1419.info

Bradfordwww.bradford4learning.com

Calderdalewww.calderdaleprospectus.co.uk

Doncasterwww.doncasterchoices1419.org.uk

East Riding & Hullwww.logonmoveon.co.uk

Kirkleeswww.kirkleesoptions.org.uk

Leedswww.leedspathways.org.uk

North Lincolnshirewww.lincs2.co.uk

North Yorkshirewww.futures4menorthyorks.com

Rotherhamwww.applyrotherham.org.uk

Sheffieldwww.applysheffield.org.uk

Wakefieldwww.applywakefield.org.uk

Yorkwww.futures4meyork.com

Colleges

nortH yorKsHIre

Askham Bryan College www.askham-bryan.ac.uk01904 772277

Craven College www.craven-college.ac.uk01756 791 411

Harrogate Collegewww.harrogate.ac.uk01423 878 211

Selby Collegewww.selby.ac.uk01757 211000

York College www.yorkcollege.ac.uk01904 770200

HUmBer

Bishop Burton College www.bishopb-college.ac.uk01964 553000

East Riding Collegewww.eastridingcollege.ac.uk0845 120 0037

Grimsby Institute of Further and Higher Education www.grimsby.ac.uk0800 315002

Hull College www.hull-college.ac.uk01482 598744

John Leggott Collegewww.leggott.ac.uk01724 282998

North Lindsey College www.northlindsey.ac.uk01724 281111

Yorkshire Coast College www.yorkshirecoastcollege.ac.uk0800 731 7410

soUtH yorKsHIre

Barnsley Collegewww.barnsley.ac.uk01226 216 216

Dearne Valley College www.dearne-coll.ac.uk01709 513355

Doncaster College www.don.ac.uk0800 358 7575

Rotherham College of Arts and Technology www.rotherham.ac.uk08080 722777

Sheffield College www.sheffcol.ac.uk0114 260 2600

west yorKsHIre

Bradford Collegewww.bradfordcollege.ac.uk01274 433004

Calderdale Collegewww.calderdale.ac.uk 01422 357357

UseFUl lInKsDIreCtory 14-19 prospectus disclaimer: As councils are

no longer obliged to provide 14-19 prospectus

websites, some of these links may be out of date.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if you spot any

errors as we will be updating this list each issue.

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Huddersfield New Collegewww.huddnewcoll.ac.uk01484 652341

Kirklees College www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk01484 437000

Leeds City Collegewww.leedscitycollege.ac.uk0845 045 7275

Leeds College of Buildingwww.lcb.ac.uk0113 222 6000

Shipley Collegewww.shipley.ac.uk01274 327222

Wakefield College www.wakefield.ac.uk01924 789789

loCAl CoUnCIls

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Councilwww.barnsley.gov.uk

Bradford Metropolitan District Councilwww.bradford.gov.uk

Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Councilwww.calderdale.gov.uk

Craven District Councilwww.cravendc.gov.uk

Doncaster Councilwww.doncaster.gov.uk

East Riding of Yorkshire Councilwww.eastriding.gov.uk

Harrogate Borough Councilwww.harrogate.gov.uk

Hull City Councilwww.hullcc.gov.uk

Kirklees Metropolitan Councilwww.kirklees.gov.uk

Leeds City Councilwww.leeds.gov.uk

North Yorkshire County Councilwww.northyorks.gov.uk

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Councilwww.rotherham.gov.uk

Sheffield City Councilwww.sheffield.gov.uk

Selby District Councilwww.selby.gov.uk

Wakefield Metropolitan District Councilwww.wakefield.gov.uk

City of York Councilwww.york.gov.uk

otHer UseFUl sItes

Careers Boxwww.careersbox.co.uk

Get Connected Now – North Yorkshirewww.getconnectednow.co.uk

Jobcentre Pluswww.jobcentreplus.gov.uk/

National Apprenticeship Servicewww.apprenticeships.org.uk

Skillwww.skill.org.uk/

UCAS Progresswww.ucasprogress.com


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Shipley College

Salt Building, Victoria Road, Saltaire, BD18 3LQt – 01274 327222 e – [email protected]

Ready for College?Check out our full-time courses and Apprenticeships including:

College life, it’s not all about study…You can also join our music, gaming or other clubs, get fit, get involved withthe student council, go on college trips out and fundraise. Last year staffand students performed at Shipley’s Got Talent for Comic Relief!

• Art & Design

• Childcare

• Health & Social Care

• IT

• Supported Learning

Great People,Great Place

Shipley College

Salt Building, Victoria Road, Saltaire, BD18 3LQ t – 01274 327222 e – [email protected]

We are a small, friendly college with a great range of full-time courses and Apprenticeships including:

• Art & Design • Childcare• Health & Social Care• IT• Supported Learning

• Business & Enterprise• Creative Media• Horticulture• Sport• Travel & Tourism

College LifeIt’s not all about study…You can also join our music, gaming or other clubs, get fit, get involved with the student council, go on a college trip out and fundraise. This year staff and students performed at Shipley’s Got Talent for Comic Relief!

Great People,Great Place

Shipley College

Salt Building, Victoria Road, Saltaire, BD18 3LQ t – 01274 327222 e – [email protected]

We are a small, friendly college with a great range of full-time courses and Apprenticeships including:

• Art & Design • Childcare• Health & Social Care• IT• Supported Learning

• Business & Enterprise• Creative Media• Horticulture• Sport• Travel & Tourism

College LifeIt’s not all about study…You can also join our music, gaming or other clubs, get fit, get involved with the student council, go on a college trip out and fundraise. This year staff and students performed at Shipley’s Got Talent for Comic Relief!

Good for our Business

• Business including Food & Fashion Retail• Creative Media including Games Development• Horticulture• Sport• Travel & Tourism• Music (Music Technology)

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