CAREERS & TRAINING
It was only twenty years ago that a university degree was seen as a guaranteed passport to success.
These days a degree will cost more than fifty thousand pounds on average and there are many other routes into the job market that won't land a young person with a substantial burden of debt at the start of their career. On the other hand, a degree opens up opportunities that aren't otherwise available and the evidence still suggests that in the long run you might be better off.
Degree, apprenticeship, straight into employment? Tallis staff are pretty expert about these questions and we work closely with all of our students to explore the options and give every student customised advice about what their choices are.
If you want a 1:1 with Maria Lobo, our Careers Advisor, email her on [email protected]
See below for more useful documents, resources, and lots of ways of getting going.
These days a degree will cost more than fifty thousand pounds on average and there are many other routes into the job market that won't land a young person with a substantial burden of debt at the start of their career. On the other hand, a degree opens up opportunities that aren't otherwise available and the evidence still suggests that in the long run you might be better off.
Degree, apprenticeship, straight into employment? Tallis staff are pretty expert about these questions and we work closely with all of our students to explore the options and give every student customised advice about what their choices are.
If you want a 1:1 with Maria Lobo, our Careers Advisor, email her on [email protected]
See below for more useful documents, resources, and lots of ways of getting going.
World of Work Websites & Resources
Please find below a variety of resources to support those of you choosing to follow the World of Work progression pathway. We offer a bespoke package of detailed advice for anyone thinking about this way forward.
The following websites are essential starting points for exploring work opportunities:
- National Careers Service: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/ - for information on jobs, CV tips and advice and guidance. Use the skills assessment tool here to help you discover what careers you may enjoy working in.
- I Could: www.icould.com/buzz - videos from professionals about their career and a personality matching quiz.
- Type ‘next step job profile’ into Google and you will get a list of job description in categories.
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Apprenticeship Vacancy Websites
(16 to 24 year olds) www.gov.uk/apprenticeships-guide - National Apprenticeship Website including vacancies, or go directly here to search www.skillsforgrowth.org.uk - Local Traineeship/Apprenticeship provision, IT, Customer Service, Business Administration, Hairdressing, Childcare and Development. https://www.kpmgcareers.co.uk/apprentice/ KPMG - Find out about opportunities with this multinational professional services firm. www.reynoldsgroup.co.uk Reynolds Training Academy – Beauty Therapy Level 2 in class or Fitness Instructor at Level 2 (complete the level 3 apprenticeship). www.flowerskills.com Flower Skills Training – Construction Apprenticeships. www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk (Local Council website has jobs and careers/GLLAB (Greenwich Local Labour and Business) for jobs and apprenticeships. This is a useful source for students living in Greenwich as they will help you find jobs/apprenticeships www.notgoingtouni.co.uk - Alternatives to university, school leaver job programmes, training courses etc www.thebigchoice.com – Apprenticeship Opportunities www.londonapprenticeship.co.uk – Apprenticeship opportunities www.getmyfirstjob.co.uk – Vacancies for Apprenticeships and Traineeships (Traineeships are pre-apprenticeships) schoolleavers.milkround.com/jobs/ - Opportunities for school leavers https://amazingapprenticeships.com/ - A leading organisation in the education sector, founded to tackle misconceptions about apprenticeships and promote the benefits https://www.ucas.com/understanding-apprenticeships - UCAS guide to apprenticeships |
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Volunteering
Research shows that you can and do increase your self-confidence and self-esteem, develop a range of communication skills and improve your ability to work with other people through volunteering. It can help you to engage more effectively with others whilst learning or being trained. You can also develop practical skills related to your specific experiences of volunteering. Check out the V inspired site for more information.
Entry Level Opportunities & Internships
Some organisations provide entry level opportunities for students who are about to finish their A levels but do not necessarily want to go on to university. Check out The Brokerage, a City of London Corporation funded internship programme, that provides paid internships to students following completion of their A levels or equivalent qualifications.
Paid GAP Year Placements for STEM students
Check out the Year in Industry site for help getting a high quality placement during your gap year. We provide high-quality, paid placements for students in their gap year before or during their degree course. There are placements for students interested in all areas of engineering, science, IT, e-commerce, business, marketing, finance and logistics.
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