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We all need to have a vision of what we might want to do as a career

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07 1104Olympic champion Jessica Ennis-Hill tells us her inspirations for success in the fi rst of our new features.

The best of the best in your region tell us about themselves!

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

Some commonly asked questions about this time of year.

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

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

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

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

And now for something completely different...

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Creative, Media & The ArtsManufacturingTravel & Hospitality

Applying to University: All You Need to Know! A handy guide to the many aspects of applying for university!

Were Careers World Magazine, your one stop place for careers guidance!

This term brings some important choices for a lot of people, so were here to help you make the choices that suit you best.

In this issue, we will provide you with some tips and tricks to help you make those important decisions, as well as an in depth look at the biggest career sectors in your region. Youll also fi nd some

funky new features, including some frequently asked questions, some advice from careers advisors and an interview with the lovely Jessica Ennis-Hill.

So, what are you still looking at the contents page for? Turn this page over (actually, maybe look at the contents fi rst) and start your journey towards your dream career!

Tom Haymes, Editor

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So, has the euphoria of the Olympics worn off, or do you still get goose-bumps when you hold your medal?I still get a real buzz when I see the footage from London, or show my medal to people. I worked so hard over twelve years to win that medal so its such a satisfying feeling to simply hold it and remind myself I did it.

Your affi nity for athletics began at a young age; at what point did you decide you wanted to be a full time athlete?I fi rst tried running, jumping and throwing at the age of ten and when one of the coaches suggested I join a club, I started to focus on specifi c disciplines. So I was roughly 13 years old when I decided sport was the career for me.

Its obviously a lot of peoples dream to be a sports personality, what does it feel like to be living that dream? Do you still pinch yourself before you compete at big events?I dont think you ever dream of being a sports personality; you dream of being the best athlete and for athletics the highest achievement is to win Olympic Gold. The rest of it is a by product of striving for that goal. I do really enjoy all of the fun events, glamorous parties and amazing shoots, but fi rst and foremost I am an athlete.

Before making the choice to become a full time athlete, did you ever want to do anything else?At one time I did think Id like to be a journalist, but really I took up athletics pretty young and was ambitious as a sportswoman from the outset.

You studied Psychology at university, which is a bit different to athletics, what was your thinking there?I really enjoyed psychology and wanted to study something outside sport; I loved the course and I think if I was not an athlete I would have pursued a career in psychology.

As part of our shiny new look, weve decided on some new features. This section will feature interviews with famous people about their life and careers; dont forget, they were all in your position once! First up is Olympic Heptathlon Gold Medallist Jessica Ennis-Hill. Jess grew up in Sheffi eld, Yorkshire and was competing in track and fi eld from an early age. She talks to our editor about her experiences and provides some insight into what its like to be a professional athlete!

Studies have recently shown that a student that has completed an Apprenticeship is just as desirable to an employer as a university graduate because of the work experience gained. What are your thoughts on this?I think its really important to have some kind of qualifi cation to fall back on and as an apprentice you usually come away with supporting qualifi cations. I think we all need to have a vision of what we might want to do as a career as this sets you up with a foundation for working.

People often cite their parents as an infl uence on their careers, how much input did your family have on your career choice?My parents werent really an infl uence on me; they offered me support and advice when I wanted it, but it was me who made the decisions in the end.

Away from the track, what do you do to unwind between events? I hear you are a Sheffi eld United fanI do support Sheffi eld United, but Im not a huge football fan; I dont have the time to really follow a lot of sport as I train 6 days a week. In my downtime I like nothing better than curling up on the sofa with a good TV box-set to watch. I need my rest!

Obviously Sheffi eld has a huge manufacturing background; how much did your environment affect your choices growing up?Sheffi eld has played a key role in shaping me; I was born there, discovered athletics there, I went to school and university there and I choose to still live and train there. People from Yorkshire are known to be pretty down to Earth and being surrounded by honest and kind people has been a real advantage. I also have a very close family network and I think the combination has meant I had no desire to go to university in the US or anywhere else. So yes, I can say it has affected my choices.

Determination is vital to being a professional athlete; would you say that same attribute could be applied to studying in school?I was always a focused student but I had to work hard to achieve really good grades so yes if you apply yourself you will achieve your best.

Do you have any tips for young people who want to pursue a career in professional sports?Make sure you get the balance right between sport and education; you need a good education to get you through your whole life, whereas a sports career is relatively short.

The heptathlon is your speciality, why did you choose this over other track and fi eld events?I tried out all disciplines when I was young and was guided by my current coach into heptathlon as I had the ability to do all 7 disciplines.

How important do you feel careers advice is to young people?If you have no idea what you want to do, it is always good to look at all the options available. Careers advice can help you focus on what it is that you really want to do.

When you decide to hang up your trainers, will you remain in some sort of sporting capacity or will you move into something else?Im not really sure, but I defi nitely want to put something back into sport and help others with their careers. How that will look is something I am working on at the moment, but I still have a few years left on the track!

Whats next for you then? Has the preparation for the next Olympics begun?Im taking each championship as it comes, and my long term goal will of course be the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro in 2016.

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As a result of your successes, you must have met some interesting people? Whos your favourite person youve met so far? Its hard to say; there have been a lot of really interesting people, but I might have to say David Beckham who is incredibly nice and a great family man principles I really like.

Do professionals such as yourself have much involvement in training younger athletes who are just starting out?Not whilst you are an athlete yourself as you have to really focus on your own training. But when I can I share experiences through my work with Sky Sports Living for Sport or through my website.

You have travelled all over the world competing; which country have you enjoyed the most?I think its probably the commonwealth games in Melbourne, Australia; I loved the city and the people. Rome in Italy is a close second.

Do the Olympians form a sort of social circle? Do you speak to any other athletes a lot outside of competitions?Not really, I tend to have close friends during competitions and training camps but when I am done at the track its key for me to switch off and be with my family and friends from school, they keep me real.

Do you have any tips for people about to make those vital career choices?Take time to work out what you enjoy the most; work is full time and its much easier if you enjoy what you do and get satisfaction from doing it. If you dont know, then dont rush into something, you might regret it later in life.

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Or RPA to you and me! It might sound like something youd hear in a credit card advert, but RPA is very, very important to you.

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Each issue, we ask our editor to give you a roundup of the topics that are going to aff ect you, as well as the choices you need to make about your future. As you could imagine, there are plenty of things going on that tend to stay behind the scenes. Usually, youd have to go through pages of information to learn all this, but dont worry; weve done all that for you! Without further ado, well introduce our editor!

WHAT IS RPA?It essentially dictates the age that somebody is free to leave compulsory education, so it really has a bearing on the choices youll be making in the near future. Compulsory education was, until this year, completed at the end of Year 11 (at the age of 16) and then you were free to go out and do what you liked. With the participation age now moved to 17, it means those leaving school in Year 11 must continue in education (or other options well get to that). It doesnt, as many worried young people thought, mean that theyre sticking another year into secondary school. You still do GCSEs in Year 11; the only difference is you now have to choose your next step in education.

WHY CHANGE IT?Many young people are a bit baffl ed as to why the government has told them they have to spend another year in education or training. I can see why; at 16 you gain more independence and some of you will be keen to see what you can make of yourselves in the wider world. This is admirable, but the problem was that people were leaving school and then not doing anything at all. This not only puts a strain on our benefi ts and welfare system, but it also means that many young people werent able to get jobs further down the line.

MEET THE EDITORMy name is Tom and Im

the editor for Careers World magazine. As

surprising as it may sound, it wasnt too long ago that

I had to make choices about what I wanted to

do. I remember sitting in a stuffy classroom, being

confronted with weird words like Apprenticeship, Vocational and Wikipedia (Im not actually joking, life

was tough back then...). I looked blankly at my

careers advisor as they listed off what seemed like pages and pages

of options, courses and colleges. I was in way over my head. Which path was the right one for me? What

were these government programmes that Id heard

about?I know that the position I was in wasnt unique to me; there were, are and

always will be thousands of young people who arent

really sure what theyre going to do after leaving school, or whats really going on in the world of

education. This article is here to

discuss some of the hot topics in the world of

education, so that you are aware of how they impact

you and what you can do to make sure you fully

benefi t from them. So then, lets get started.

RAISING THE PARTICIPATION AGE


After a great deal of thought, the government decided that rather than risk young peoples talents going to waste, theyd implement a system which gave the younger generations a chance to be prepared for the working world. It shouldnt be thought of as making you stay in school because this isnt the case at all; its simply a way of ensuring that young people have a better chance of employment in a very tough job market.

CHOICES, CHOICES...As I said, you dont have to stay in school if you dont want to. Full time education doesnt mean full time school. There are basically 3 options you can choose from, which are as follows:

Full -time study in a Sixth Form, college or with a training provider

Full-time work or volunteering combined with part-time education or training

An Apprenticeship

Many of you will already have made your decision and wont really have noticed all of this going on. If youve already applied for a Sixth Form or College, then youve voluntarily applied for full time study without even thinking about it. If you havent made a choice yet, then dont panic! If you dont fancy the idea of continuing studying, then you can opt to get a job instead.

Now that job, as part of the new RPA rules, must include training. The best way to do this is through an Apprenticeship. Why, you ask? Well, an Apprenticeship allows you to earn money while you train in a fully functioning, work environment. Theyre available in pretty much every line of work you can think of; head to www.apprenticeships.org.uk, register and apply (you can apply for up to ten at a time and registration is totally free!).

You can also volunteer or do intern work; you wont get paid, but the experience will look great

on your C.V.! Again, this has to be accompanied by training or education, but the education can be done part time while you work.

WHO IT AFFECTSIf youre reading this and youre in Year 11 or below, then youll be the fi rst crop of young people to experience the RPA. If this is the case, then chances are youve already made your decision on what it is you want to do next. The options will be explained to you in more detail by your careers advisors and teachers; remember, dont worry if you dont know what to do, there are plenty of people around you willing to help. As the year progresses, youll perhaps learn more about what it is you want to do.

THE FUTUREIf you are just starting Year 11, then youll have plenty of time to choose your next step. With GCSEs coming up in the summer, its probably an idea

to start thinking about it now. What you choose in the future will have a much larger bearing, because as of next summer, the participation age goes up again, to 18. The same rules apply; youll still do GCSEs in the Summer Term and fi nish Year 11, but you must then remain in education or training for two years, until you turn 18. If youve applied to study A-Levels, then you wont notice as they take 2 years to complete anyway. If youve applied for an Apprenticeship, then once its completed, youll have to continue in something else; this could either be the next level up on the Apprenticeship, or it could be work based training in a job role youve found.

TRAINEESHIPSTheres a really annoying loop you can get into when looking for work. Youll apply for a job, but youll be told that to get the position you need to have experience. But without working, how do you get that experience do you need? You need a job, which you cant get because you dont have experience. See how irritating that is?

Its a cycle that nearly everybody encounters when they start looking for work. In particular, this has become a common theme among young people applying for Apprenticeships. Apprenticeships have always been seen as the best way for people to gain experience and training while earning money. The problem now is that young people arent getting Apprenticeships because employers have deemed them unsuitable. The solution; the traineeship!

A traineeship is part of the same family that the Apprenticeship scheme is in. Think of a traineeship as a practice Apprenticeship; theres no qualifi cation at the end of it (unless you undertook an English or maths course during your traineeship), but that aside, youll often undertake everything youll encounter in a full Apprenticeship programme.

WHO THEYRE FORAnybody between the ages of 16-24 (from August 2013) can undertake a traineeship; the program is available to young people with learning disabilities up to the age of 25. Traineeships are aimed at young people who arent in a job and have little work experience, but have a strong desire to fi nd employment. It suits those who are between the ages of 16 and 19 and are qualifi ed below Level 3, or those between 19 and 24 who have not achieved a Level 2 qualifi cation.

If youre already in work then theres no need to worry about it at the moment, but if for whatever reason you fi nd yourself out of a job, a traineeship could help you get back out there!

WHAT YOULL GET OUT OF ITTraineeships are designed, fi rst and foremost, to prepare young people for work. Therefore, the focus is on building up the traits employers look for in people. This could be something as simple as practising for interviews or learning what to wear, right up to having solid maths and English skills. Skills training is an important part of a traineeship, as employers value good numerical and literary skills. If you already have a GCSE A*-C in those subjects, then its not something youll have to worry about. If you dont, then the traineeship can help build up your qualifi cations to a level that you require. This level can be entry, Level 1 or Level 2; whatever suits your needs.

The core of the traineeship will be a high quality work placement. This will be at a workplace of your choice, therefore helping


FINAL THOUGHTS...The aim of this is to ensure that the next generation of young people have the skills necessary to compete in todays job market. By undertaking compulsory education, skills can be built up to a point where a young person feels confi dent when looking for work. Its all about benefi tting you. You might not realise these benefi ts straight away, but when it comes to applying for work, youll have an advantage if youve already had a job! Dont think of it as having to spend 1 or 2 extra years in school, thats a myth thats completely wrong. The options you choose open up many gateways to your career, something which you and you alone will choose.

with the lack of experience factor of job applications. Your work placement will be created to suit your needs and will last from anywhere between six weeks and fi ve months. Employers will design a programme that gives you the best possible preparation for working in the job role full time. Theres even a chance that the company you do your placement at will offer you an Apprenticeship scheme!

GETTING ONTO A TRAINEESHIP SCHEME

You can apply for a traineeship by getting in contact with your local learning provider. Its a very popular scheme, so be prepared to wait a little while to get a place. You can also call the National Apprenticeship Service on 08000 150 600; youll be put through to a friendly person wholl take your details and help get you onto the scheme.

HOW MUCH WILL IT COST?Ready for this? Nothing. It will cost you absolutely nothing. This scheme is aimed at those who might have trouble paying for other qualifi cations they might need to get into work, so itd be a bit pointless charging people for it!

FINISHING THE COURSEYour traineeship will be over when one of three things happens:

You move into employment, an apprenticeship or further education/training

Youve completed all the aspects of the course, including the work placement

Youve been in the programme for more than six months

If its because of the fi rst one, then congratulations! If its one of the others, then dont worry. While youre working, your local learning provider will be working with employers to organise an Apprenticeship for you to start. Youll also be provided with support if there are any qualifi cations you need to complete to fi nd work.

At the end of the traineeship, youll receive certifi cates for any qualifi cations you took while on the course, such as maths and English awards. Youll also receive a reference from your employer, highlighting your strengths and experiences. You can use this reference as part of your C.V. when applying for jobs and coupled with your experience, will give your application hopes a real boost!

FINAL THOUGHTS...Traineeships have been brought in to shore up a gap that has long needed fi lling. The age old experience problem will become a thing of the past. The traineeship scheme has just started in the last few months and has already received a huge number of applications. Dont worry though; they can be undertaken at any time of year, so if you ring up and get put on a waiting list then be patient. You wont be waiting long and itll really be worth it in the end, especially if the end result is a job or Apprenticeship.

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

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

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

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

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

WHAT KIND OF EXPERIENCE AND BENEFITS CAN YOU OFFER POTENTIAL APPLICANTS?

Join PwC and youll have the opportunity to be part of the worlds leading professional services network and enjoy the benefi ts that come with that. Youll get to work with big name clients where youll get to grips with the value theyre looking for by getting into the detail. Well provide an environment where youll be able to explore new opportunities, to help you grow and fi nd your niche. And well also give you access to the best learning and development around. Everyone enjoys a structured career programme, including study towards a professional qualifi cation.

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Your intellect, willingness to learn, ability to build relationships, put yourself in others shoes, while always making a positive impact with our clients and each other. For most of our programmes we take any degree subject

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You might not know it, but theres a good chance youre already developing the skills were looking for. To support you, weve developed an employability guide, to help you identify situations where you might be building them. Visit www.pwc.com/uk/employability for tips on how you can draw on these areas. Whats important is that you refl ect on your experiences and use well thought-out examples, both in your online application and when we meet you.

The Employer


Simon Bozzoli is the Managing Director and Founder of Future Un-Ltd, a small apprenticeship provider that prides itself on fi nding talented young people and helping them into great apprenticeship jobs.

Web: www.future-unlimited.co.ukTel: 020 8432 0773


At Future Un-Ltd were all about two things - understanding our apprentices and understanding our employers. So while offering all of the usual benefi ts of an apprenticeship, we think that one of the most important factors is getting to know you as an individual. Future Un-Ltd will only put you forward for a job that we know is right and will allow you to gain all of the necessary skills and experience in an environment that you enjoy.

The College of North West London (CNWL), based in Wembley and Willesden, teaches thousands of school leavers and adults each year, and is one of Londons largest Apprenticeship trainers.

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CNWL provides extensive careers advice and course information. Learners can drop in for a consultation with one of our trained specialists, or make a telephone appointment to talk through options.

If our applicants do not have recent qualifi cations, we provide a free initial assessment which helps ensure all students get on courses at the right level and identifi es the study skills and support needed.

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

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You will gain a deep insight into and understanding of your chosen subject area, plus an internationally recognised qualifi cation that will enable you to start working towards a successful career. At DMU we focus huge amounts of effort ensuring our graduates go onto fantastic jobs we offer placement years with many of our degree courses and have industry links with leading UK and international employers such as Deloitte, Hewlett Packard and the BBC.


The Training Provider


A warm smile, a fi rm handshake and a good sense of humour is a must. Of course your CV and application are also important to get you through to the interview stage, but to the team here at Future Un-Ltd the single most important skill is coming across well in person. So what we look for is confi dence, excellent presentation, good communication skills and a little bit of the x-factor!


Apprenticeships with Future Un-Ltd are generally by design. We help young people into junior offi ce positions so that they are able to fi nd out more about the world of work and make decisions about their own professional direction. If you are lucky enough to become a Future Un-Ltd apprentice, then we think your future will hold whatever you want it to. Thats why our ethos is Your Future is Your Business.


Make sure that the fi rst thing an employer sees is something eye-catching. If its an application, it will need to be well put together and perfectly worded. If its a CV, it needs to look good and contain relevant information. First impressions are crucial! And if its you, make sure youre smartly dressed, engaging and acting like youre going to be the best thing thats happened to a company in its history!

The College

Applicants for all courses are also offered the opportunity to come in to an interview or open day where they can talk to tutors, fi nd out in detail what the course involves, ask their own questions and see learning facilities.


CNWL will fi nd a place on a course for any learner with the motivation and ambition to succeed. The most important qualities in applicants are enthusiasm for their chosen subjects and a commitment to working hard to achieve their goals; both inside and outside the classroom.


Most of our subject areas are offered at levels from basic to advanced, enabling you to progress in your chosen subject. Many of our Level 3 students go on to university, while students of all levels leave us with enhanced skills and a CV that improves their future opportunities.


Show passion for your subject. Have a clear idea why you want to study it, and be prepared to tell your tutor what makes you stand out. Do some research into job opportunities and successful businesses that utilise the skills you want to learn.

The University

Lets not forget that the student lifestyle is key in making the experience memorable. You gain independence, meet lots of new people and live somewhere new (if you choose to). With this in mind, DMU has fantastic facilities, night life, a new 8 million leisure centre, societies and clubs that truly enhance university life.


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

Rachel Snooks, 16, from Eastcote, is a Business & Administration apprentice at HTL. For her, an apprenticeship programme was a clear choice after leaving school. Rachel comments: I didnt really feel like going to college after secondary school, so I went to my careers adviser who suggested an apprenticeship. Im a really hands-on type of person and I enjoy working more than studying. I think apprenticeships suit people who want to be out there in the working world.

Simon Rudd, 18, from Hayes, is doing a Childrens Care apprenticeship. He said: Ive always wanted to work with children. I first started an art course at college, but it wasnt for me. I got this apprenticeship through HTL and absolutely love it.

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

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Staying on until you are 18 doesnt mean more schoolIf you are looking to build a career in landscaping or want to branch out into tree surgery Capel Manor College is just the place for you. Offering a range of full and part-time day and evening courses, apprenticeships and professional short courses; and with five centres across Greater London, they are within reach of anyone with a passion for the great outdoors.

The college is a unique alternative to staying on at school at 16. The full-time courses and apprenticeships, equivalent to A levels and GCSEs, combine practical and academic studies and lead to nationally recognised qualifications, higher education and employment. Subjects offered include: gardening, landscape construction, environmental studies, garden design, arboriculture and floristry to name just a few.

On receiving ten GCSEs, Seth Ratcliffe decided to stay on at school and continue on a more academic path but soon realised it wasnt for him. With his parents support he decided to leave school and pursue an outdoors career. Seth has successfully completed the Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture and gained a position as a trainee at the prestigious Tresco Abbey Garden in West Cornwall.

Once I had decided what I wanted to do, I new I had to study at the best horticulture college - Capel Manor is an amazing place to learn. Being an outdoors person, working in an office was never going to be my thing. I have loved every minute of my course, it hasnt been easy but my tutors have been encouraging and supportive. There is always something new to learn in horticulture, with new species being discovered and new techniques being invented; I love the fact that learning is never ending. Having come into the college a novice I now have the confidence to enter the world of employment.

Young Apprentices celebrate their success with Lee McQueen (front left), winner of The Apprentice.


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Uxbridge College - the number 1 collegein West LondonUxbridge College has the highest success rates in West London and is one of the most successful further education colleges in the country. Ofsted judged us to be outstanding and we have been awarded Beacon status, which recognises consistent high quality and successful teaching, supported by strong and effective leadership and management.

A great choice of courses: At Uxbridge College we have the right resources and support to help our students succeed. We offer a wide range of courses from GCSEs and A Levels, to vocational courses that focus on specific industries, HE qualifications and apprenticeships. Our courses are designed to help students progress into a career, university or just develop their skills further.

Keeping our facilities fantastic! We continue to invest in our campuses at Uxbridge and Hayes to provide our students with the best facilities. In the last few years we have invested over 55m to offer spacious, comfortable classrooms equipped with interactive whiteboard and relaxing social spaces, a new IT & Media block, Sports Hall and fitness suite. We also have industry-standard facilities including specialist studios, laboratories, workshops, kitchens and salons providing excellent working environments for students to learn practical skills. In September we are opening a new, larger refectory plus additional engineering workshops and classrooms.

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Jordan Allcock, Higher ApprenticeUniversity wasnt for me - this is so much betterWhats it really like to be a Capgemini apprentice?

Capgemini is one of the worlds biggest IT consultancy companies, helping its clients with technology problems and suggesting innovative solutions. At the moment, Im working as a Software Engineer as part of the Microsoft team based in Sale.

In a typical day, I get asked to fix technical problems for applications weve built and manage for clients. We rarely get the same problem twice - which is great because it means no two days are ever the same.

Higher Apprentices are well supervised at Capgemini we have regular catch-up meetings to discuss progress and to set targets - and theres always someone to ask if I have a problem I cant fix myself.

Teamworking and collaborative skills are a must, to build successful relationships with your clients, suppliers and colleagues. You also need communication, analytical and creative skills. And its good to be flexible about where you work, as you may have to travel to offices and client sites across the UK.

What happens at the end of your apprenticeship?

Thats the best bit, a Capgemini apprenticeship isnt just a training programme - its a full-time, permanent role from day one! At the moment Im giving some thought to what Ill do next. Working for a global company with offices around the world, means when you have completed the programme the opportunities are endless.

If you think an apprenticeship is for you, find out more or apply by visiting our website.


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Join the best college in London & Surrey*Carshalton College, the Best College in London & Surrey*, offers excellent facilities and the chance to learn in a welcoming & vibrant environment.

Thierno Diallo initially enrolled on Entry 3 IT Skills and has gone on to complete the Level 2 Diploma in IT plus the Level 3 Extended Diploma in IT. He has now enrolled at University to continue his IT studies. He was awarded the prestigious Best Learner Award at the House of Lords in May 2013.

I have really enjoyed studying at Carshalton College. You get a lot of freedom for self-study and using computer facilities which has really made the difference, as the more effort I put in, the more experience I gain. The friendly staff have helped and supported me to achieve the qualifications that I needed to progress in to University.

Thierno brings an energetic and determined style of learning to the classroom. He takes delight in discovering new facts and industry trends in computing and has a deeply enquiring mind. He has excelled at Carshalton College through both his own love of learning, and for his role he has undertaken as a classroom representative and a student ambassador. In both these roles Thierno is reliable, professional and always enthusiastic.

IT Tutor, Kevin Burgess says: Thierno has an easy going and cheerful outlook and uses this disposition to great advantage, even in the most difficult projects; he can be relied upon to shine.

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Croydon CollegeCroydon College is one of Londons largest further education institutions and provides an extensive range of courses to its cohort of over 8,000 students. Situated in the heart of Croydon, a thriving multicultural town which is one of Britains largest commercial centres, the College (including University Centre Croydon and Croydon School of Art) is well connected with great transport links which are second to none.

Croydon College offers further education courses across a variety of sectors, including:

Business Construction Engineering ESOL Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy Health, Social Care, Childhood and Community Studies Hospitality and Catering Information Technology Motor Vehicle Public Services Science Skills for Life Travel and Tourism Visual and Performing Arts and Media

The College also has a substantial work-based provision which includes Apprenticeships and NVQs.

University Centre Croydon offers a wide range of high quality, higher education degrees and diplomas in Art, Design and Media, Building Services Engineering, Business, Criminology, Early Childhood and Public Health and Social Care, Human Resources and Law. The majority are validated by the University of Sussex meaning students graduate with a degree/diploma from a top university.

Croydon School of Art has a long tradition of providing an excellent education across a wide range of creative disciplines, in both further education and higher education. It has been home to an impressive number of alumni including the internationally renowned designer, John Rocha and continues to inspire a wealth of talented artists and designers against the backdrop of the ever-changing landscape of Croydon.

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WHATS THE FINANCE AND LAW SECTOR ALL ABOUT?

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

WHAT KIND OF SALARY CAN I EXPECT TO EARN?

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

WHAT KIND OF ENVIRONMENT WOULD I BE WORKING IN?

In the Finance sector, youll probably be based in an offi ce environment when you fi rst start out. As you progress, youll fi nd the building around you gets bigger and posher. If you give fi nancial advice, you might

even fi nd yourself working from home! In the Legal sector, you might be in an offi ce sorting case notes, or in the court room where the action is!

HOW DOES THIS SECTOR COMPARE TO OTHERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY?

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

WHERE IS THE WORK MOST CONCENTRATED?

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

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Alex, Audit TraineeBDO LLP, ReadingLeaving school I was faced with a number of opportunities, from travel, through to university life and the working world. I decided to apply for a Higher Apprenticeship programme as it allowed me to embark on career in business, and gain practical experience whilst studying for highly recognised qualifications such as the ACA. I couldnt be happier with the route that I have chosen, especially when I think about the debt I could have accumulated at university!

I had never really thought of becoming a chartered accountant before, but after doing some work experience, I found that I really enjoyed the nature of accountancy and it was well suited to my skill set.

My favourite part of the job is definitely the variety! In audit, no two days are the same. Working with such a broad range of clients means that you are faced with a different challenge every day. An audit can raise a number of issues, but for me, problem solving is actually part of the fun and I enjoy developing creative strategies to prevent certain things from happening again. Being able to put what I learn in the classroom into practice has really helped me to develop professionally.

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

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

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

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

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

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


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

REGIONAL FOCUSAs youd expect from

our nations capital, there are plenty of fi nance and law opportunities in your area. It will come as no surprise to you that 1 in 3 people working in the

fi nancial sector are based in London, with over 500 national and international banks having offi ces here! London is recognised as

one of the most important fi nancial hubs in the

world, and at one point, traded more US dollars

in our capital than in New York and more Euros

than every city in Europe combined! In terms of the legal sector, there are over

5,400 people working in legal sector job roles in the

region, with 38 working magistrates courts.

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WHATS THE TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS SECTOR ALL ABOUT?

With more transactions taking place online, retailers are relying more on logistics companies to deliver the products to the customers, instead of the customer having to come and collect it (in fact, we can buy just about everything we need without leaving our homes! However, the process of delivering that product involves packaging, storing, sorting, loading, transport, unloading, fi ling, recording and a whole host of jobs that you wouldnt even think of!


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


Because this industry involves transporting goods and people, you could be in a variety of different locations. The fi rst thing to consider is how the transportation is going to take place; it could be by road, rail, sea or air. Storage, packaging and sorting takes place in a warehouse, which could be at a business park if the delivery is by road, a port if its by the sea or an airport/airstrip if its by air. If youre working as part of a

passenger transport company, you could fi nd yourself working on a train, plane or even a ferry to different countries!


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


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

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

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Kat Horsley, Operations Director,Easy as HGVAfter a few years searching for her vocation - working as a travel agent, a retail manager, and a promoter of rock and metal club nights - word of mouth led Kat to her career in logistics. A friend tipped her off about a job as trainee operations manager at Easy As HGV.

I started off here licking envelopes and look where I am today four years later!

Kat joined a company with only four employees, but with her help, Easy As HGV has gone from strength to strength and is outgrowing its office. Specialising in nationwide HGV training, the company now employs 40 people in a range of roles from training to marketing and sales.

Kat is keen to encourage women and young people into the industry. In the last four years, the number of women employed at Easy As HGV has grown from 1 to 11. Her advice? Dont be afraid to think creatively - if something doesnt work, pool resources with others to change it for the better. Thats the spirit of this industry. And get a good pair of flat shoes - youre going to need them!


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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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


REGIONAL FOCUSAs the nations capital, we are the nerve centre for all importing and exporting

of goods! Of course, transport isnt just about delivering objects, theres also people trying to get in and out of London by rail,

road and air! We of course have Heathrow, the UKs largest airport, but also a great tube system for

getting around the city and a rail network that can get you to anywhere in the UK in a matter of hours! Over

234,000 people work in logistics roles in London,

across 27,100 workplaces.

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

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

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

FOUNDATION DEGREESA foundation degree combines the University lifestyle with practical, hands on work. Its basically a cross between an Apprenticeship and an Honours Degree. They are both used as gateway qualifi cations to a full time Degree because they count towards the fi rst two years of your Honours Degree. Foundation Degrees normally take about two years to complete and you will be in both the work place and on the university site. There are some very specialized degrees available, such as Air Transport Management.

COLLEGE COURSESA College course is another good way to get into the Transport and Logistics sector. To fi nd out more about these courses, have a look at www.careersworld.co.uk.

Where to beginFancy a career in this sector? Well read on to fi nd out how you can get started...

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WHAT KINDS OF CAREERS ARE AVAILABLE IN THIS SECTOR?

Its all down to what you enjoy doing most; if travel is your thing, then you will fi nd work on cruise liners, ferries, trains and airline companies all over the world. If you prefer the home comforts, then you can work in the hospitality sector in a bar, restaurant, hotel, caf or even festivals and events. Over 200,000 people from this sector worked at the 2012 Olympics, highlighting the importance of Hospitality in the UK.

WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM THE TRAVEL AND HOSPITALITY SECTOR?

You can expect a varied, busy day in this sector; the majority of jobs in Travel and Hospitality involve being face to face with new people every day so customer service is very important. Of course, good hospitality brings tips, which means money in your pocket on top of your salary!

WHAT KIND OF MONEY CAN I EXPECT TO EARN?

In the Travel sector, salaries vary slightly depending on the company you work for; the major airlines and travel agents obviously offer more but there is more competition for jobs. The average starting salary is around 11,000 for travel agents and 14,000 for cabin crew. In the hospitality sector, a low basic salary is boosted by the tips factor; the starting salary is usually between 10,000 and 11,000 depending on your area of work.


Again this varies on which sector you choose. Travel kind of speaks for itself; its for those who enjoy living out a suitcase and travelling the world. Travel agents tend to spend their time in an offi ce helping customers, but do sometimes get out and about. Hospitality is divided into front and back of house; the front of house are your receptionists, bar and waiting staff, porters and supervisors, while back of house staff work in the kitchens and look after the hotel via cleaning, gardening and maintenance.

IS THIS A POPULAR SECTOR TO WORK IN?

Almost certainly. 9% of the UK workforce makes up this sector and it tends to be a bit more laid back because of the customer service aspect. Hospitality also one for the young people; more than half the workers in this sector are between the ages of 16-28 and more than half of them work part time, combining work with their education and other interests. Travel is also popular, as everybody wants to go on holiday for a living! This whole sector is the fi fth biggest contributor to the UK workforce.

WHERE IS WORK MOST CONCENTRATED?

This particular sector is found all over the country wherever you see a hotel, pub, restaurant, caf, travel agents or airport you are looking at the Travel and Hospitality industry. You will obviously fi nd more work in the bigger city centres, where as airlines are based all over the world dont be afraid to branch out and discover new places!

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Young chefs triumph at national catering competitionWest Thames College catering students won a record-breaking 14 medals at the 2013 Wessex Salon Culinaire competition, held in Brockenhurst, Hampshire. The annual competition, held in association with the Craft Guild of Chefs, is one of the largest live culinary skills competitions in the UK. This years contest received over 700 entries from both professional and trainee chefs.

This is the fourth year running that students from West Thames College, based in west London, have entered the competition, and it was their most successful to date - they walked away with an impressive haul of medals: one Gold and Best in Class, one Silver and Best in Class, three Silver, two Bronze and five Merits - a record for the college! The budding professional chefs then went on to receive the colleges Professional Team of the Year Award 2013.

Chris Fallon, who received a silver medal for his chicken dish, said It was really tough because I wanted to get everything perfect, but it was a great experience. Ive always loved cooking and I was so happy to receive a medal.

Imagine waking up in London, Amsterdam, Tokyo and Sydney all in the same week. No, its not a TV show, its a career in Travel. If you like to keep your feet on the ground and enjoy working face to face with new people every day, then perhaps Hospitality is for you. Lets have a closer look


TRAVEL AGENTAll holidays have to start somewhere and it would be up to you help customers choose their perfect holiday. You will have to have a good knowledge of the world and the ever changing travel industry so that you can plan and book exactly what the customer wants. The starting salary varies between 11,000 and 14,000.

CABIN CREWWith a uniform and a smile, you will be responsible for looking after the passengers travelling with you. This involves serving food and drinks, answering questions from the customers and giving advice and aid in tough situation. The perks speak for themselves, but as well as spending time in another country you can expect a starting salary of 14,000 - 16,000.

CATERINGIf you have a fl air for preparing delicious dishes and fantastic food, then this might be the career for you. The type of work you will be doing depends on where you are based; you could be in a pub, a hotel, a restaurant anywhere you can see a menu. Jamie Oliver started out in an apprenticeship and hes done alright for himself! You can expect to earn up to 13,000 as an apprentice, but once you qualify it can vary depending on your location.

BAR & WAITING STAFFBehind every good pub, restaurant, bistro and hotel lounge youll fi nd staff working hard to produce high quality service and products. This job is ideal for those who enjoy mingling and meeting new people and if you do well enough, expect good tips. This industry is ideal for young people as the average age for starters is between 15 and 18. The starting salary is quite low and does depend on your age, but the average for starters is around 10,000.

HOTELS & RESORTSDo you ever wonder who puts the little mint on your pillow in a hotel? Or who decides which meals you eat for dinner? This line of work has a variety of roles, from Receptionists and Porters to Booking Assistants and Maintenance. Customer service is a priority here, so always make sure you have a smile on your face! Salaries vary depending on the role, but starters salaries range from 10,000 to 13,000.

Careers ChoicesEverybody needs a holiday at some point. Whether its a far away tropical island, or a caravan in the Lake District, its always nice to forget about everything and put your feet up. Whilst you are on holiday, youll probably eat out at nice restaurants and your parents will enjoy a drink at the bar. Perhaps you fl ew to your destination and were served food and drink on the plane by a smiling cabin crew member. All these things that you enjoy are available as careers in the Travel and Hospitality industry.

Its by no means easy; youll be challenged every day and will have to keep up to date with an ever changing industry. Not everybody takes to travelling or going out with a positive frame of mind (as Im sure anybody whose sat near a baby on a plane will tell you) and complaints, questions and problems can present themselves at any time, so you will have to be prepared to adapt and troubleshoot to make sure your customers are happy. If you are a determined, focused, sociable person with great personnel skills and an eye for the creative then you wont have trouble fi nding a career in this sector; have a look below at some of the roles:


APPRENTICESHIPSThis is probably the most popular route into this sector - Its where it all began for Jamie Oliver. The government are keen to help both starters and the currently employed to up-skill to match the requirements of their job Last year, over 24,000 Level 2 starters began their apprenticeships, which at this level will result in either a BTEC, Diploma or NVQ. Here are some of the Apprenticeship Frameworks you can expect to see:Hospitality Services Food and Beverage Service Housekeeping Front of House Travel Services

ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPSThis is the equivalent of an A level, but without sitting in a classroom studying. Like a regular Apprenticeship, its suited to more practical fi elds of work and you earn as you complete your study. On completion you will receive a Level 3 award in the form of a BTEC, Diploma or NVQ.Hospitality Supervision and Leadership Hospitality Retail Outlet Supervision Travel Services (Head Offi ce, Field and Leisure & Business)

A-LEVELSA-Levels are useful if you want to go on to university or study a foundation degree. Some A-levels you could take to get into this industry are listed below.English Language Maths Travel and Tourism Business Studies IT

FOUNDATION DEGREESA Foundation Degree gives you both an academic and hands on experience and they are a great as either a gateway to university or into the working world. Usually, Foundation Degrees take two years to complete (although they can take up to four if you do them part time) and you will fi nd yourself learning at both the university campus and in the workplace. You can do a Foundation Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management.

COLLEGE COURSESThese are another opportunity to get into this sector and you can fi nd out which colleges provide the relevant courses at www.careersworld.co.uk.

Where to beginIf you like the idea of working in this sector, read on to fi nd out how to get started

REGIONAL FOCUSAs London attracts over 30 million visitors a year, theres no better place in the country to work in tourism! From the

towering Millennium Eye to the majestic Westminster Abbey, London is chock full of exciting tourism

opportunities that require enthusiastic people to fi ll a range of job roles! London

also has plenty of bars, hotels and restaurants to keep those visitors

happy; close to a quarter of a million people are employed in a variety

of hospitality roles and with 15% of the UKs

nightclubs being based in our capital, theres no better place to kick off a

career in this sector!

90%OF THE INDUSTRY WORK FULL-TIME

332,700PEOPLE WORK IN THE PUBS, BARS & NIGHTCLUBS

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MORE THAN

218 MILLIONPEOPLE USE AIRLINES

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WHATS THE MANUFACTURING & PROCESSING SECTOR ALL ABOUT?

Its all about making stuff. Or more precisely, the process of how that stuff is made. This could start way back in research and development, or it could be on the factory fl oor actually making products. Because so many things come from manufacturing, its a highly important industry that many other sectors rely on. The industry is generally broken down into seven sectors; Automotive, Electronics, Aerospace and Defence, Metals, Chemical and Building.


Its tricky to say; because of the sheer size of this industry, its easier to talk about the job roles that you fi nd in all areas of manufacturing. Jobs on the assembly line usually start out at around 13,000, while more technical positions like engineers and technicians start on a higher salary, usually around the 16,000 mark. Because of the sheer size of this industry, advancement to supervisory positions is encouraged and training is usually provided by employers.


Much like the construction sector, it really does depend which area of manufacturing you go into. Those working in chemical, aerospace and pharmaceutical roles might fi nd themselves in a laboratory, testing materials in a variety

of different conditions. If you were to work in the process part of manufacturing, youd be in a factory, working in a team assembling and sorting parts and products. The defence sector obviously has a lot of military applications, so dont be surprised to fi nd yourself having to travel to a base of some kind to meet with potential contracts.


In case you hadnt noticed, manufacturing is incredibly important to the UK economy; the industry is worth 131 billion to our economy! There are close to 132,000 manufacturing business in the UK, employing 2.5 million people. As Ron Burgundy would say, its kind of a big deal!


Because of the diverse nature of this industry, its pretty much spread across the country. Historically speaking, manufacturing tended to be based in the North of England; Sheffi eld has a rich steel manufacturing history, while major cities such as Liverpool and Newcastle were famous for ship building. Of course, if you live in the south you wont have to head north to fi nd work; most manufacturing sites are located on the outskirts of major towns and cities where there is access to major transport means, such as motorways and ports.

Manufacturing& Processing

The Semta Apprenticeship ServiceEngineering is the backbone of UK industry - its crucial to the economy and is both challenging and rewarding as a career path. There are countless innovative and exciting jobs for professionals in this field, allowing young people to employ their creative and analytical skills to develop products and services that improve lives.

An Apprenticeship is an excellent way to start a career in engineering or manufacturing. Working in some of the UKs most advanced engineering and manufacturing companies, alongside experienced staff makes it a great way to develop the crucial skills needed in industry and to gain nationally-recognised qualifications.

The Semta Apprenticeship Service has helped many young people kick-start their careers in the sector:

I enjoy what I do, my work is very varied and Ive got a good career path ahead of me. Im extremely happy with my Apprenticeship and want to continue to learn and get as many skills and qualifications as I can. - Robbie Bird, Metalform

The best thing about an Apprenticeship is that you get both practical experience and the academic side - and dont come out with debt. You get lots of support and gain knowledge and experience from people you work with. Ive grown so much in confidence since starting my Apprenticeship. - Teri-Leigh Gillespie, Tata

Web: semta.org.uk/individuals

Nearly every product we use in our lives is a product of manufacturing; food, toasters, toilet seats, TVs, cars, t-shirts, perfume and even satellites are a result of this industry! If the thought of the creation process fascinates you, then you wont fi nd a career in a better industry than Manufacturing!


Careers ChoicesManufacturing is all about mass production. Whether its building a luxury cruise liner or designing a state of the art computer, youll be working with a mix of traditional methods and state of the art machinery. Although a lot of manufacturing companies are now based abroad, the UK is still the sixth largest country in the world for this industry and this is recognised by the fact that a lot of foreign companies such as Toyota, Tata (a steel company) and Reebok (sports goods) now have established production bases here. Here are some of the areas you could work in:

AEROSPACEAerospace engineering is split into two sections; aeronautics (anything that fl ies in our atmosphere) and astronautics (anything that goes into space, such as shuttles and satellites). Within both of these disciplines, youll be looking at the different factors that affect these aircraft, such as aerodynamics, control surfaces and propulsion systems.

AUTOMOTIVEThis area of Manufacturing relates to anything vehicle related; cars, buses, trucks, motorcycles, campervans, fi re engines and anything else that goes on the road originates from this sector. The UK is so renowned for its vehicle manufacture that companies from other countries, such as Honda, Nissan and Toyota have set up factories here! You could be working in a whole range of areas, from developing a new petrol cap to actually constructing a whole vehicle.

ELECTRONICSThe UK electronics products industry is the fi fth largest in the world and we produce all sorts of things; from laptop computers to microwave ovens. Not only that, but we also manufacture a lot of electrical components, such as circuit boards, semi conductors and microchips. Working in this area demands a skilful eye; you might fi nd yourself developing parts that can only be seen under a microscope!

METALSMetals manufacturing in this country has always been an important industry to the UK economy. Metal has a million uses and therefore, it has plenty of different job roles associated with it. Not only that, but with recycling becoming big business, a greater number of jobs are becoming available in this sector. As well as recycling plants, you could fi nd yourself working at a foundry (where metal moulds are made for other industries), an ore extraction facility (where metals are dug up and processed in their raw forms) or even as a blacksmith, making items such as specialist tools, garden gates or horseshoes.

CHEMICALChemical manufacturing is all about taking raw materials and turning them into useful things. This has a whole range of applications across various industries, such as pharmaceuticals, food and drink, textiles and synthetic products. You could be working in a laboratory researching and experimen

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