Careers

NSCG Update

 

Please find below a range of subject videos for you to view.

 

Newcastle

Apprenticeships: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WmKwnHZiplY

Access to HE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eok58gW-7Uo

Hairdressing & Beauty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h-7T5LQprks  

Higher Education: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0mLBm3oT8uM

Computing & IT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AheRNWBqK1c

Creative Arts & Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ufj3qbCucCI

Early Years & Health and Social Care: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c_HTWwWOrmY

HNC/D Performing Arts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xG7d6mGHf38

Maths & English: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTIRZRl3l7Q

Construction & Engineering: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVFQpfKaxSI

A Levels & A+ Programmes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0hjy4ImxvI

Business, Accounting & Travel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFIfgbKN4FI

Music & Performing Arts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S5n8e4tHVEs

Sport & Exercise: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RPg_712Wkc4

Public Services: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1WNAk5Lxbs

Foundation Studies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0aKWabbg9M

 

Stafford:

Virtual Campus Tour: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XDOfr5AaTKQ

NEW BUILD! Skills & Innovation Centre Walkthrough: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhzK8_VVlQI

Foundation Studies: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a1uP5OTzX3M

A Level & A+ Programmes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D-jBLcr3ICQ

Sport & Public Services: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQDLcKqr3rc

Creative Arts, Film & Media: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBGsOYGSXMQ

Music & Performing Arts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0fHCo1KXTU

Health & Social Care and Early Years: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tpmd5z30xNk

Maths & English: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rin-pjldU84

Hairdressing & Beauty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EPRrgjjUWC0

Hospitality & Catering: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SZBeX4KPy80

Business, Computing, IT & Accounting: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTGLEcid_x8

Access to HE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cCP5FiciZk

Higher Education: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=amF0l-fBAVc

Engineering, Construction & Motor Vehicle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e0-HOlxSoXQ

Apprenticeships: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cM7GxcDad_E

 

Apprentice Videos:

TT Pumps: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wmS_m30WEhY

NHS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekAUsF4-KGs

NHS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ekE6r6nlKNc

Littleton Arms: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VR8iL0fY1e8

Briggs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=toizKMMjnWo

Amie Nicole: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fR1BnHg_kMQ

Caitlin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HTFuliPpSFs

Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5YnkPuynKGs

 

Misc:

A Levels at Newcastle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQFF4UGDq0s

BTEC at Newcastle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0yf_nUzDpzM

Apprenticeships at NSCG: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ILC4EnS3ock

Academy of Sport: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6nR1w_L6b0

Honours Programme: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtfJ-wuujC0

A Level Results Day 2019: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwjNda0ucrI

Welcome to Palmbourne: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L66xaq3C_WY

BTEC at Stafford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMXnfnIvhJ0

Art Exhibition Stafford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_aak4ZWcso

A Levels Results Day at Stafford: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlCTADQbKwk

 

Stoke on Trent Sixth Form College Update

 

We will continue to accept new applications during enrolment. If parents or students have any questions about making an application we ask that they email Admissions @ stokesfc.ac.uk or call us on 01782 854221. Students will then be invited to a discussion with a member of the Interview Team to discuss their enrolment and programme of study. 

 

Enrolment Pack
All applicants will be sent an Enrolment Pack to their home address and email address mid-late July. This pack will include;

• An allocated enrolment appointment 
• Information about the enrolment process and how to change an enrolment appointment
• Student support information
• Key dates 
• FAQs
• COVID Secure Enrolment information

A copy of the enrolment pack will be shared with schools once we have sent it to applicants.

 

COVID Secure Enrolment 

We want to ensure enrolment is as safe as possible for students, applicants will be told the following;

• Students can be accompanied by ONE other person to their enrolment appointment 
• Appointments will be 30 minutes in length
• Appointments have been spread out to reduce the number of people in the building at any one time
• There is a one way enrolment system 
• 2M Social distancing will be in place
• Hand sanitizer will be available 

 

Key Dates for Enrolment
 

Thursday 20th August | GCSE Results Day
Thursday 20th August - Monday 24th August | Main enrolment
Tuesday 25th August | Late enrolment
Wednesday 26th August | The Big Hello - Welcome to Sixth Form Life
Thursday 27th August - Wednesday 2nd September | Late enrolment
Thursday 3rd September | Start date for new students 
Friday 4th September - Wednesday 30th September | Extended enrolment

Stoke on Trent College

 

Stoke College are having a range of Virtual Open Events the week commencing 22nd June 2020. If this is of interest to you please join one of the sessions using the link provided.

 

 

Stoke Sixth Form Update - Find your Feet

 

Find your Feet is a selection of subject specific tasks that students can choose to complete. These tasks have been constructed to give them an insight into what each course involves. 

The work includes a combination of tasks, research, recommended reading, websites and online learning for students to try out.

Students can choose to complete the Find your Feet tasks for the subjects they are wanting to study to make sure that they fully understand what is involved. Alternatively, if students are still unsure of their course combination or not yet made an application to the College then they can try multiple subjects. There is no limit on how many subjects students can try.  

 

• It is important to note that this work has no bearing on entry requirements, work completed will not be marked or graded. 
• Students are not required to bring any completed work with them in September, however, we would love for them to share their hard work with our staff.
• It is a great platform to start their learning conversations with teaching staff and peers in September.

 

1. Visit www.stokesfc.ac.uk
2. Click on the menu
3. Choose courses followed by our courses
4. Select your progression pathway
5. Scroll down and click on the course you would like
6. Click on the find your feet download

Useful Careers Information Websites for School Leavers

Stoke on Trent College Update

 

They have a virtual “open event”  next week from Monday 4^th May – Thursday 7th May that can be accessed via the college’s website and learners can register for this event by visiting www.stokecoll.ac.uk.

 

Also, please find below a list of the direct numbers and email addresses for the various college admissions and support services during this lockdown period.

 

General Enquiries

Email info@stokecoll.ac.uk

Telephone 01782 208 208 (9am-3pm Mon-Fri)

 

Admissions

Email admissions@stokecoll.ac.uk

Telephone 01782 603634

 

Careers

Email careers@stokecoll.ac.uk

Telephone 01782 603514

 

Additional Learning Support Enquiries

Email lst@stokecoll.ac.uk

Telephone 01782 603563

 

Student Finance Enquiries

studentassistance@stokecoll.ac.uk

Telephone 01782 603604

 

For Safeguarding or Welfare Concerns

safeguarding@stokecoll.ac.uk

Stoke on Trent Sixth Form College Update

 

Applications 2020
Our application process continues to stay the same. Students can make an application via the College's website. If a student gets stuck, there is an Application Support video on the website or students can email Admissions@stokesfc.ac.uk.

PM Training Update

 

Virtual Open Events and Tour video 

 

Wednesday 13th May between 10am and 6pm using the link below.

 

Our virtual open event includes telephone interviews that allow school leavers to discuss their chosen apprenticeship pathways, hearing some of the great benefits of apprenticeships, de-bunking those myths and seeing why we are the place to go for apprenticeships! 

Newcastle College Update

 

Virtual Open Events (*info will be released on social media very soon)

Newcastle: Saturday 16th May 10am-1pm

Stafford: Thursday 7th May 5-8pm

Event will include
- Principals Welcome talk
- LIVE CHAT facility with course leaders and support staff including the Schools Liaison team
- Course information, presentations & videos
- Application guidance
- Apprenticeship & HE course information

This event gives Years 9 and 10 an opportunity to get an idea about college life and planning for the future. In addition a very useful event for parents to view and ask those important questions.

Follow NSCG on social media for further details or go to our website.

Information for those due to start college in September 2020

 

If you are due to start college this September please use the links below to make yourself aware of the help and advice each college is giving regarding applications, interviews and placement offers. If you have any questions or concerns please contact either Mrs James, Mrs Stephen or Mrs Warrington (email addresses are provided below). We are happy to help. 

If you are yet to apply for a college place please do so as soon as possible. If you require any assistance with this please do send us an email. 

Careers Provision at Merit

 

Merit recognises its statutory duty to provide impartial and confidential careers education to all our students in Years 7 to 11 and to give students access to careers information, advice and guidance.

 

We aim to broaden horizons, raise aspirations and help students to make the most of a range of opportunities on offer during their time at Merit.

 

Working alongside a visiting Local Authority Careers Officer, we aim to help students to:

• Develop knowledge about the changing nature of the world of work and the jobs market
• Understand the range of Post-16 learning opportunities locally and nationally
• Recognise individual strengths and interests
• Develop their career management and employability skills

 

Students are entitled to:

• Access to qualified professionals and careers software
• Business mentors
• Guidance on interview techniques
• Targeted interventions to meet individual needs
• External visits to Further and Higher Education and Apprenticeship establishments to raise awareness and build confidence.

 

At Merit, the careers education programme begins in Key stage 3 and continues to the end of Year 11 when there is a high level of guidance to enable smooth transition to the students’ chosen Post 16 destination.

 

Key Stage 3 Provision

 

Depending on when students join Merit, students will:

• Understand why leaving school with qualifications is important
• Know the differences between A Levels, BTECs and Apprenticeships
• Investigate possible career routes
• Be able to match skills and qualities with suitable occupations
• Know the local Post 16 opportunities available to them
• Understand how to create their own CV

 

Year 10 Provision

 

Students will:

• Have access to a work experience placement and, if appropriate, have first- hand experience of the world of work
• Engage in enrichment days, assemblies and workshops that specifically focus on employability skills such as interview techniques, creating CVs and meeting employers from a range of disciplines or businesses
• Visit a range of local Post-16 providers and Universities to inspire and motivate students to consider higher education
• Have an inital one to one meeting with a fully qualified Careers Advisor

 

Year 11 Provision

 

Students will:

• Meet with external providers at Parents’ Consultation days, allowing them to speak with a range of professionals and enabling them to make informed choices
• Have at least 2 intensive 1:1 meetings with a qualified Careers Advisor to consider various post 16 options available to them; more appointments will be put in place for students with medical or SEND needs
• Attend careers conventions wherever available
• Be informed of local college Open Evenings/Days and be supported by Merit staff where required
• Access bespoke assemblies/enrichment sessions and presentations with outside speakers

 

Our key aim is to ensure that careers education is impartial, promotes equality of opportunity, diversity and inclusion and is differentiated to meet the specific needs of each individual student.  The guidance aims to provide current and relevant information to promote self-awareness, personal development and aims to provide our young people with the tools to make informed choices about their future. Students work with a fully qualified Careers Advisor during their time at Merit.

 

Who to Contact for information about careers:

 

 

Engaging parents/guardians in working with their children to explore careers planning:

Parents please use the ebook link : Parents Guide Ebook

 

Assessing and measuring the impact of our careers provision:

We use the GATSBY Benchmarking system to ensure that our careers provision steadily grows and improves year on year. We also aim to assess impact through regular evaluations such as questionnaires of student and parent voice. We work closely, every term, with the Local Authority (Stoke on Trent and Staffordshire Careers and Enterprise Company). We currently review our careers provision every term.

The date of our next review is June, 2020.