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SECTOR SPOTLIGHT We shed some light on working in Automotive, Creative, Digital & Media, Transport & Logistics and much more!

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If you want to learn a trade for life, CE Electric UK offers powerful opportunities. The electricitydistribution industry literally lights up people’s lives – in our case, 3.8 million homes and businesses.And it’s an industry that’s constantly evolving, so you’ll always find new challenges andopportunities here.

We’re seeking hands on, practical individuals who love working outdoors and as part of a skilledteam to join our Apprentice Programme. You’ll be the future of our business, so we’ll give you allthe power you need to develop an exciting career:

Our apprentices are trained in one of these three crafts:

Overhead Linesman – construct and maintain overhead electricity lines

Underground Cable Jointer – install and connect underground electricity cables

Electrical Substation Fitter – install and maintain electrical plant and equipment

You’ll enjoy a great mix of practical experience, on-the-job training and college study, leading to recognised qualifications. Prove yourself, and you’ll gain a permanent job.

Our electricity distribution network covers northeast England, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire,so you’ll find yourself working in all sorts of places – from inner city homes to country fields, so youwill not only get involved in a wide variety of tasks, but will also enjoy the benefit of a variedworking environment.

Find out about the power you could harness and apply online at www.ce-electricukcareers.com

Closing date: Friday 22nd April 2011.

Applicants are considered on the basis of their suitability for the post irrespective of sex, marital status,sexual orientation, gender re-assignment, race, age or disability. CE Electric UK recruits on ability andability alone.

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Open Doors – Summer 2011 - Yorkshire & Humber edition

Good to see you again! Welcome to our last issue of the school year, where we explore careers in sectors like Automotive, Creative & Digital, Transport & Logistics, and more. As always, we’ve got an overview of all the other sectors out there too.

The third instalment of our Get Into Training article will answer many of those questions swimming in your head about things like college, Apprenticeships, A-levels, foundation learning and finding work.

In case you haven’t already, make sure you register on our website (www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk) to receive newsletters and updates on opportunities in your area. You’ll find a link to our Facebook page where you can get involved in discussions and upload photos with our magazine for a chance to win cool prizes.

It’s been a great year – we’re already looking forward to the next one. Expect new features, events, and plenty more exciting stuff. We can’t give it all away, so watch this space… Have a great summer and see you soon.

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Throughout this Prospectus, you’ll see lots of facts and figures about our region and its sectors. We get them from UK National Statistics, various Sector Skills Councils, regional development agencies and industry experts. Wikipedia had nothing to do with any of it!


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

CONTENTS

The Intro Bits Careers Insight

07 GET INTO TRAINING Part 3 of this article answers frequently asked questions

10 QUALIFICATIONS TABLE See how different qualifications add up, and how they compare

12 LIFE STORIES Past and present students tell us all about their experiences and how they succeeded

17 MOTOR VEHICLE SECTOR Love cars? There are lots of careers on offer

21 MANUFACTURING SECTOR It’s about making things we need, from food and medicine to petrol and clothing

25 TRANSPORT & LOGISTICS SECTOR A fleet of careers that keep our world moving forward

29 CREATIVE, DIGITAL & MEDIA SECTOR Exciting, trendy careers for artistic types

33 HAIR & BEAUTY SECTOR Get a career that never goes out of style

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

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Here’s how it worksEvery term, we publish a new issue of Open Doors that covers five sectors in detail so you get a good idea of what a career in those industries would be like. Don’t worry if the sector you’re keen on isn’t one of the five – you’ll find it in our overview of remaining sectors in the ‘Imagine a career in...’ article. With each new issue, we’ll cover five totally new sectors in detail, so make sure you look out for us next term.If there’s anything else you’d like us to cover, or if you just want to say hello, email us at [email protected]. We want to make sure our magazine offers everything you need (or just want to read about)! Happy reading, and hope you have a great term.

Useful Stuff

43 SPOTLIGHT ON YORKSHIRE & HUMBER All about your region

52 MORE HELPFUL STUFF Useful links, contact details and more – because you can never have too much information

54 FIND US ON FACEBOOK Get in on the discussions, say hello and win prizes


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There are so many options it’s no surprise you’re left scratching your head! So what do you need to know?

Can I get a job with an employer straight

after leaving school?

How do I find out about

colleges in my area?

Which A Level subjects should I choose?

What is an Apprenticeship?

Is Foundation Learning the right

programme for me?


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ApprenticeshipsWhat is an apprenticeship?Apprenticeships are a great opportunity to gain

qualifications and workplace experience at the same

time! Apprenticeships involve working for an employer

while studying for a qualification part time with a training

provider or college (usually on day release).

What different types of apprenticeships are there?

There are over 190 types of Apprenticeships, in a huge

range of industry sectors, such as engineering, childcare,

veterinary nursing or even ceramic manufacturing.

Apprenticeships in every industry generally fall into the

three categories of intermediate, advanced and higher

Apprenticeships, and all result in qualifications.

Will an apprenticeship help me into a good career?

Career progression is excellent for apprentices, and over

the course of their careers, those who have completed

an Apprenticeship earn, on average, £100,000 more

than those without. Some Apprenticeships already result in UCAS points

or allow you to study for a Technical Certificate. Once you

have finished your Apprenticeship there’s the opportunity

to carry on working, get promoted or in some cases go

on to higher education in a college or university.

I heard you get paid to do an Apprenticeship! How

does that work?In October 2010 a National Minimum Wage came into

effect for apprentices meaning you have to be paid a

minimum of £2.50/hour. However, as in most job roles,

many apprentices get paid more by their employers as

their skills develop. Research has shown that apprentices

take home an average of £170 a week.

The added bonus is that as long as you’re between 16

and 18 your studies are 100% paid for by the government.

A LevelsWhat subjects should I choose?There is a lot to consider when deciding which subjects to do at A Level, but choosing what you enjoy and what you’re good at is usually a good place to start. Make sure you ask your subject teachers if you can’t decide, they’re there to help.

Another way to approach your choices is to look at what university course or job role you want to go into after A Levels and see which subjects they prefer you to study.

How will universities and employers view my qualifications and subject choices?Universities will make it clear which A Level subjects are desired for certain courses (this is why choosing the right subjects is important). Having studied relevant subjects gives you a huge advantage when applying.

Employers, more than universities, will look for your qualities as a person rather than focusing so much on your academic subjects of study. Of course having studied relevant subjects or doing work experience will still reflect well when applying for the most competitive jobs.

How much harder are A Levels than GCSE’s? Is there a bigger workload?This depends on you and your course. If you’re studying a subject you have previously studied at GCSE you will find that the course builds on your existing knowledge, however if you’re trying out a new subject it may take some time to adjust.

The workload for A Levels can also be a challenge, or for some people may actually suit their learning style better than GCSE’s. The main change from GCSE’s is that you will have to do more work outside of school. Though this may be daunting at first remember that you’ll be doing fewer subjects so you can focus more time on them to make up for it.

Can I change my A Level choices after I have started?Ideally you should stick to your subject choices. Most schools and colleges don’t allow you to change after a certain point in the term but if you are really struggling or not enjoying the subject the best thing to do is talk to your teachers or subject leaders. Sometimes the best thing to do is allow time to adapt and get used to the course, but if you do change subjects your teachers will give you the help you need to catch up.

FAQ’SWhen it comes to making big decisions there is always lots to consider, and it’s inevitable that you’ll have lots of questions you want answering before choosing what’s right for you. Here we answer some of the most common queries you might have ...

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Find out moreSo now you may have a bit more of an idea about what type of course or learning provider might

be right for you there’s loads more to discover. You can find out what courses and qualifications

are available in your local area with you local 14-19 prospectus, they’re on page 52. If you have

more questions another good place to turn is to your local Connexions or careers advice service

... check out www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk for details of your local service.

Foundation learning

What is Foundation Learning?

Foundation Learning is a programme which aims to help you if

you don’t have the necessary experience, skills or qualifications

to start an Apprenticeship, college course or a job. Foundation

Learning offers a great opportunity for progression as you will

work with those guiding you to agree a personalised programme

which covers a range of skills.

Can I study for a qualification on Foundation Learning?

Yes, there are qualifications available including Literacy, Numeracy,

Health and Safety and First Aid. In practice most people on

Foundation Learning courses progress to Level 2 qualifications

(GCSE’s, Diplomas, Apprenticeships) or supported employment.

How will Foundation Learning help me?

Foundation Learning will help you to build up your confidence

and other skills. You will gain work experience and develop the

kind of skills and attitudes that will help get you ready for further

learning, make you more employable and prepare you for greater

independence.

Is Foundation Learning the right programme for me?

If you are unsure what you would like to do next or if you feel

you need additional support to help you take the next step,

then Foundation Learning could be for you.

Particularly if you have left school and are unemployed you will

see huge benefits from Foundation Learning. The important thing

to remember is that the programme will be carefully personalised

and be aimed at achievable targets for you.

Employers and

Training Providers

Can I get a job with an employer straight after school?

Yes, lots of national and local companies recruit school

leavers. Some companies, like British Gas, have opportunities

for students straight after GCSE’s and some, like Deloitte, offer

opportunities once you have completed A Levels.

In these roles you can often qualifications whilst working

or get funding to go to college or university.

What’s the difference between a Work Based learning

provider and a college?

You may have seen the phrase ‘Work Based learning

provider’ on your local14-19 prospectus site. Don’t worry if

don’t know what it means. Work Based learning providers

essentially provide vocational courses.

After school the idea of a Work Based Learning provider

may seem different but it could be right for you. There are

loads of types of training providers offering Work Based

Learning; some have set intakes for courses, some are

always looking out for recruits and some offer short or part

time courses. Your careers advisors will know which local

providers are best suited for what you want to get into.

CollegesShould I study at my school 6th form or a college?This can be a difficult decision and the best advice is to make sure you attend open days at both!

The main difference many students find is that colleges are a lot bigger and you have more independence. Though some people relish this you have to be self motivated as won’t be pushed to do work, or even turn up, in the same way as at school. Of course at 6th form you will already know most of your teachers and friends but the key is choosing what is right for you. Whether that’s staying in your comfort zone or trying somewhere new.

How to find out about colleges in my area?www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk of course! Our site has links to all of the colleges in your area which is a good place to start browsing their sites and the courses they offer.

A good way of searching through all the colleges offering the Apprenticeships, A Levels or courses you want to do is to check out your local 14-19 prospectus. These are all featured on page 52 of the magazine and are really easy to use.

You’ll notice that different colleges have different specialities and your careers and connexions advisors help you work out which are best for the courses that interest you.

What extra-curricular opportunities are available to me at college?Going to a college or staying on at 6th Form is a great way for you to get involved with activities outside of lessons, whether you choose to carry on with your current interests or take up new ones!

Colleges and 6th Forms will encourage you to broaden your horizons, and most will have opportunities to get involved in:

Performance activities Such as drama, dance, plays.Sports activitiesPlaying for a school, county or area team.Community based activitiesThese can include charity fundraising, amnesty international or the Duke of Edinburgh scheme. Business and Leadership opportunities Such as the young enterprise scheme or roles on school councils.


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QUALIFICATIONSEXPLAINED

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

ENTRY LEVEL LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3

Entry Level Certificates

5 GCSEs (grades D-G)

5 GCSEs (grades A*-C) A Levels Higher

Apprenticeship

Skills for Life

BTEC Introductory

Diplomas and Certificates

Apprenticeship Advanced Apprenticeship

Foundation Degree

Functional Skills at entry level

(English, maths and ICT)

OCR NationalsBTEC First

Diplomas and Certificates

GCE in applied subjects

Diploma of Higher Education

Awards, Certificates, and

Diplomas at entry level

NVQs at level 1

Foundation Diploma

NVQs at level 2

Higher Diploma

BTEC Diplomas, Certificates and

Awards

NVQs at level 3

Advanced Diploma

HND, HNC

LEVEL 4-8

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We are a small, friendly college based in the heart of Saltaire with a great range of full-time courses and Apprenticeships including:

Great People,Great Place

Shipley College

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

• Art&Design

• Business

• Childcare

• CreativeMedia

• Health&SocialCare

• Horticulture

• IT

• Sport

• SupportedLearning

• Travel&Tourism

Construction & BrickworkMatt Rowston – Self-employed Bricklayer

Twenty-four-year-old Matt

had always dreamed

about starting a new

life abroad and saw

the ideal route through

studying with the

Grimsby Institute on one

of their Apprenticeship

programmes.

Studying in this way

meant Matt could earn a

wage while working, and

then gain his qualification

with the Institute,

studying there for one

day a week.

After completing a Brickwork Apprenticeship, Matt

moved to the Gold Coast in Australia and began

working as a Self-Employed Bricklayer, where he’s

now been living for three years. Matt said:

“I’m now living in Christchurch, and I’ve been

working on the re-build needed after the earthquake,

last year alone I earned almost £40k, thanks to the

Grimsby Institute - I’m living the dream.”

For information on any of the Grimsby Institute’s

Apprenticeship programmes, why not call now on

0845 315 002 or email [email protected]

LIFE STORIESAn interesting alternative to schoolLike a lot of young people not really sure about what to do in life, Tommy - 16 years old from Keighley - chose animal welfare because he liked the sound of it, and soon after he started his course he realised he had made a mistake and dropped out.

In October last year Tommy started to look for other ways to pursue further education and find out where his true interests lie. He found out about Aspire2work from his Bradford Connexions advisor and started the course on Employability last November at Aspire-i in Bradford.

Tommy says: “I find the training sessions here to be very helpful and interesting, I also learn Maths and English, and they are not difficult and boring like at school!”

He continues: “The biggest difference to school is that here there is a very relaxed atmosphere and I don’t feel under pressure. My tutor is really friendly and it’s amazing I get all the support I need to do well and when I need it”.

Everyone doing an Aspire2work programme is able to achieve a nationally recognised qualification at their own pace along flexible routes.

The main focus of Tommy’s training is rounding out his education to form a strong base for future learning. He adds: “I am learning all the essential subjects that will help me go forward in future, and the confidence building exercises are all about making study much less daunting to allow me to stick with the course much better this time”.

Tommy is currently making great progress on the course, and now has future ambitions to go into media production next year.

01274 379 400www.aspire-i.com

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Local company takes not one, but two apprentices.

As part of its expansion plans JW Smith

(Masonry) Ltd, approached York College’s

Business Development Unit (BDU) for help with

recruiting an apprentice stonemason.

After consultation with JW

Smith, the college’s BDU

arranged for the apprenticeship

vacancy to be advertised on

the National Apprenticeship

Service website, resulting in

nine applicants. Two of the

applicants, Edward O’Brien

and Daniel Kelly, were students

who had already applied to do

a stonemasonry course at York

College and following separate

interviews, JW Smith decided

to take both of them on.

JW Smith’s director Steve Widdison said: “We were

looking for an apprentice stonemason and were

surprised to find two students who fitted the bill

perfectly. We decided to give each of them the

opportunity to learn the trade and start careers in the

industry. They are doing well, their skills will enhance

our business in the future.”

Stonemasonry apprentice Daniel Kelly said: “I

managed to get a job with a monument mason in

Leeds, which is when I realised that I really enjoyed

working with stone.

“The company couldn’t offer me an apprenticeship

so I applied to York College to do a stonemasonry

course and I was told about this opportunity at

JW Smith. Since then I haven’t looked back, I now

feel that I am doing what I want to do and I have

developed a real passion for stone.”

York College’s stonemasonry apprenticeships

are highly sought after and they have exceptional

success rates. Apprentices Edward and Daniel are

training in the workplace and will also attend college

on a block release basis.

To contact York College’s Business Development

Unit call 01904 770368 or go to

www.yorkcollege.ac.uk/employers

Trainee butcher is top of the chopsTrainee butcher John Thornton has proved he is top of the chops after receiving a national award for success in his studies.

John, who is on a Level 2 Butchery Apprenticeship with Leeds City College, was named the Adjudged Best Student for the Intermediate Certificate in Meat and Poultry Award at the Institute of Meat and Meat Training Council Annual Awards 2010. He follows in the footsteps of a number of former college students who have been successful at this event, which recognises the achievements of the industry’s best.

John’s studies combine working for Thorntons Butchers of Easingwold while also attending the College’s Thomas Danby Campus one day a week, where he is also studying on the Level 3 Advanced Certificate in Meat and Poultry.

Leeds City College has a first class reputation for providing education and training within the industry and is one of the few colleges in the country with purpose-built, industry standard facilities including a commercial butcher’s shop.

John, 21, said he had opted for an Apprenticeship as felt they were recognised in the industry as providing ‘on-the-job’ training.

“It allows me to develop at my own pace and the working partnership between the College and my employer enables me to get an all round good basic knowledge of both the industry and practical skills.”

On completing his studies, John plans to go on to work in a supervisory or technical role in the industry. For further information on Apprenticeships and courses on offer at Leeds City College, visitwww.leedscitycollege.ac.uk


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LIFE STORIESApprentice Chef Receives Marco Pierre White Masterclass Apprentice chef Joshua

Dargan, experienced

a once in a lifetime

opportunity when he

received a culinary

masterclass from Michelin

starred TV chef Marco

Pierre White at his

London restaurant.

Joshua was one of fifteen

apprentices from across

the country to be taught

how to prepare a range

of dishes from the restaurant’s a la

carte menu under the careful guidance of

Marco Pierre White and his team.

Josh is completing an NVQ Level 2 in Food

Preparation and Professional Cookery at Sheffield

City College. He is also employed by the George

Hotel in Hathersage as part of his Apprenticeship,

and was given this unique opportunity by the

National Apprenticeship Service.

An ex-apprentice himself, and the youngest chef ever

to have been awarded three Michelin stars, Marco

Pierre White is a keen advocate of Apprenticeships.

“It was a pleasure to meet the apprentices,” said Marco

Pierre White, who spent all morning with them. “In my

opinion, an Apprenticeship is a passport to a future

career. Apprenticeships are the future,” he added.

It was a day to remember for Josh, with Marco Pierre

White throughout the morning providing him with one-

to-one tuition, hints and tips and an insight into his

experience as an apprentice, advising the young chefs

on how they can enhance their career prospects.

Joshua said: “It’s a privilege to be here. I was

nervous at first and really excited, but soon relaxed

and enjoyed every minute. It’s a great opportunity to

meet Marco and it’s given me so much more passion

for pursuing a career as a chef.”

For further course information call 0114 260 2600

www.sheffcol.ac.uk

Sports student playing for England!Toni Thompkins is the youngest member of the England Woman’s Student Rugby Team. Most of her team mates are at university!

A sports fanatic, Toni stumbled upon rugby aged ten when what she really wanted was to play football. She stayed with rugby and plays locally for the Bradford Thunderbirds, based in Clayton. She fits intensive training for national matches with her full-time study on the BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Sport, where she is achieving high grades.

Toni is a local sporting superstar, being the only one from Bradford to play for the England Student Team and has competed against international teams from France to Kazakhstan. She loves the intensity of the matches and putting up a good fight inside the ‘scrum’.

Toni is an inspiration to young girls everywhere who love sport. She hopes to continue playing rugby and wants a career in the army. Softly spoken Toni is an example of the true hardworking Shipley College talent.

For information on our full-time courses and Apprenticeships get in contact via:

Tel: 01274 327222email: [email protected]: www.shipley.ac.uk Salt Building, Victoria Road, Saltaire, BD18 3LQ.

The Sheffield College

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For full time courses starting September 2011, apply NOW!See website for

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• Hospitality & Leisure• Hairdressing• Media• Parenting & Childcare• Health & Social care• Sports & Fitness• Customer Service• Administration• Retail• Business Enterprise• ICT• Art & Design• Horticulture• Army Preparation• Construction• Mentoring• Catering • Employability• Land & Environment• Animal Care• Motor Vehicle

Benefits for you:

• Nationally recognised qualifications

• Personalised programmes of flexible content & duration

• Relaxed and fun learning environments

• Gain work experience

• Increase employability & improve life chances

• Dedicated and expert providers across multiple geographical areas

• Progression routes into Apprenticeship, Further Learning or Employment

Book your space now or contact us for more informationPop in to the Opportunity Centre 1-3 John Street, Bradford BD1 3JT

Call 01274 379400Email: [email protected]: www.aspire-i.com

Aspire2Work is a pre-apprenticeship programme, designed to equip young people aged 16-18 with the skills needed to start their career and realise their aspirations.

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• Hospitality & Leisure• Hairdressing• Media• Parenting & Childcare• Health & Social care• Sports & Fitness• Customer Service• Administration• Retail• Business Enterprise• ICT• Art & Design• Horticulture• Army Preparation• Construction• Mentoring• Catering • Employability• Land & Environment• Animal Care• Motor Vehicle

Benefits for you:

• Nationally recognised qualifications

• Personalised programmes of flexible content & duration

• Relaxed and fun learning environments

• Gain work experience

• Increase employability & improve life chances

• Dedicated and expert providers across multiple geographical areas

• Progression routes into Apprenticeship, Further Learning or Employment

Book your space now or contact us for more informationPop in to the Opportunity Centre 1-3 John Street, Bradford BD1 3JT

Call 01274 379400Email: [email protected]: www.aspire-i.com

Aspire2Work is a pre-apprenticeship programme, designed to equip young people aged 16-18 with the skills needed to start their career and realise their aspirations.

FREEto all young peoplewho meet the criteria

33 million vehicles of all types travelling the equivalent of 12.5 million times round the world each year.

To keep these vehicles serviced, repaired and moving, the Retail Motor Industry employs 600,000 skilled individuals throughout the UK. Each year apprentices are recruited to ensure that skilled personnel continue to join the industry.

Do you want to get paid at the same time as developing the skills required to work in the Motor Industry and also achieve nationally recognised qualifications?

If the answer is ‘Yes’ then you should apply for an apprenticeship with Remit

As the training arm of the Retail Motor Industry, Remit has Apprenticeship and Advanced Apprenticeship opportunities throughout the country in a range of skilled occupations.

Choose from Service Technician (Light or Heavy Vehicle), Motor Cycle Technician, Body Repair, Vehicle Paint, Auto Electrician, Tyre/Exhaust Fitter, Parts Consultant, Vehicle Sales, Service Advisor, and Business Administration.

You will be employed as an apprentice at a company close to your home, and Remit will plan and deliver your training through a selected College of Further Education in your area or through structured training at your workplace.

Apprentices – keeping the country moving

Tel: 0845 8399 200 Email: [email protected]

www.remit.co.ukApply now at

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Vocational training is

the best way to get into this sector

And the money’s good...

so why not consider a

career working in the motor

vehicle industry?














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The motor vehicle sector deals with all aspects of cars, vans and motorcycles – selling them, fixing them, servicing them and even rescuing stranded drivers. There are lots of career paths on offer, from technical to customer-service based roles – it all depends on what interests you.

The good news about this sector is that vocational training is the best way to get into it. Here are the main areas within the motor vehicle sector – there are vocational routes into all of them.

Maintenance and repairOne of the most popular areas, maintenance and repair is about keeping cars roadworthy. These technicians service, fix and replace parts of all sorts of vehicles. They can work in independent garages or as part of dealerships, say working on just BMWs. Some technicians specialise in things like electrics or motorcycles.Earnings: Between £13,000 and £20,000 a year.

Body and paintBody and paint technicians fix cars that have been damaged in accidents. Body work is about fixing the insides of a car (like electrics or structure) and paint work is about sprucing up the outside of the car, like fresh paint to make everything look like new again.Earnings: Between £13,500 and £18,000 a year.

Roadside assistanceWhen someone’s car breaks down on the side of the road, it’s the roadside recovery technician who comes to the rescue. They either fix the car onsite or safely tow it back to a garage. Earnings: Between £13,000 and £16,000 a year.

FittingMotor vehicle fitters repair and replace parts on cars, like tyres, batteries, brakes and exhausts while the customers wait. They can work in fast-fit centres, dealerships or alongside motor vehicle technicians. Earnings: Between £12,000 and £15,000 a year.

Parts operationsThis area is about selling car parts to the public – dealerships, motor vehicle technicians and everyday customers. It’s a customer-service based role that requires good organisation to process payments, manage inventory, advise customers, and more.Earnings: Between £9,000 and £14,500 a year.

SalesThis is about selling cars, which involves broad knowledge of cars and negotiation skills. It’s also about understanding people – sales people need to find the car that’s right for the customer, and have the confidence to seal the deal. Earnings: Between £10,000 and £15,000 a year, plus commission.

There are 32 million vehicles on the UK’s roads, and all of them need to be serviced, repaired, bought and sold. That’s where the motor vehicle industry comes in...

MOTOR VEHICLES

Yorkshire & HUmber focusOur region isn’t one of the motor sector’s biggest employers, but it’s not one of the smallest either. There are various different roles within the sector that you can get involved with; these include vehicle sale, roadside assistance, vehicle repair, body building, vehicle rental and parts distribution and supply. Sales, light vehicle maintenance and parts distribution and supply have the highest number of employers here.

Fast facts• 10% of the UK’s motor retail industry

employees are in Yorkshire and Humber• Nearly 48,000 people in Yorkshire and

Humber are employed in the motor vehicle sector

• There are over 6,000 workplaces in this sector here

• The most common sub-sector is motor sales, followed by light vehicle maintenance

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

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Get qualified!There are plenty of vocational courses for

this sector…

Young ApprenticeshipsThis vocational learning programme is open

to Year 10 and 11 students. You’ll spend

two days a week on the Apprenticeship

programme (you’ll study the National

Curriculum the rest of the week) and do 50

days of work experience in the industry.

The benefit: You’ll get an early headstart

in this sector and be able to progress to an

Apprenticeship.

ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships are the recommended

route into this sector. You’ll get a job with an

employer and do half your learning on the job,

and half in the classroom with a college or

training provider. There are Apprenticeships in

all the pathways mentioned at the beginning

of this article. The benefit: You’ll earn a salary while you

get a qualification and have excellent career

progression.

14-19 Diploma in Engineering (with Automotive Specialist Learning) This course gives a broad overview of

engineering, design, materials, electronics

systems, maintenance and manufacturing.

There is a specialist automotive option

that covers the foundation knowledge for

the repair, servicing and maintenance of

automotive vehicles. There are units on light

vehicles (cars), heavy vehicle (lorries) and

motorcycles.The benefit: After completing the Diploma,

you could get an Apprenticeship, progress to

another course, or start working in the industry.

Useful linkswww.motor.org.uk – The Institute of the Motor Industry is the Sector Skills Council

www.remit.co.uk - National training provider specialising in motor vehicle apprenticeships

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

CASE STUDYWorking on vehicles with like-minded people is hard to beat

Mark Lorrain Remit apprentice – Service Technician After leaving school, Mark, 20 had attended full time college courses for three years and worked in the retail industry for a year before commencing his apprenticeship at MPC Basingstoke.

Mark had achieved a National Diploma in Motor Vehicle Technology at college but the apprenticeship gave him the opportunity to learn practical skills and the chance to pick up knowledge from experienced and skilled colleagues. Mark feels this has proved more beneficial than the full time classroom delivery at college. Mark completed his Level 3 apprenticeship qualifications in November 2009 through Remit.

Mark was fortunate to find an apprenticeship at 20 – most apprentices start between the ages of 16 and 18.

At MPC, Mark is typically involved in servicing vehicles but also does most of the welding work that needs to be done in the company. He has now also become a qualified MOT tester.

Outside work, Mark has just bought his own house so most of his spare time is devoted to this.

For more information about Remit contact: [email protected] 0845 839 9200 www.remit.co.uk


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

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

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● Warehousing and Storage

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● Hairdressing

● Health & Social Care

Yes we do still

manufacture products in

the UK!

This sector makes

everything from cars and TVs

to clothing and shoes

The manufacturing sector is closely connected with

engineering and industrial

design

You could start earning

and gain qualifications

along the way

MANUFACTURINGSECTOR

This industry is looking for young

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Manufacturing jobsThere are many career paths in the sector. The type of work depends on the area of manufacturing – for example, you could be operating machinery that makes plastics or testing the quality of finished products. Job roles include production and process engineers, technicians, maintenance engineers, chemists, IT specialists, welders, electricians, machine setters and site managers.

Here are some entry-level positions:Assembler: fitting components together to make a finished product. For example, fixing microchips into circuit boards. Salary starts at £13,000.

Materials technician: testing the behaviour of materials under different conditions to eliminate faults. Salary starts between £14,000 and £17,000 a year.

Process operative: involved in the manufacturing process, from reporting machine faults to feeding raw materials into machines. Salary starts between £14,000 and £19,000 a year.

YORKSHIRE &HUMBER focus

The manufacturing industry is one of the largest sectors

in Yorkshire and Humber; although it has seen some

decline, there are still over 300,000 people employed

in manufacturing here. There are a variety of products

manufactured here from food and drink to electronics and

railway air brakes.

Fast Facts• Around 14% of Yorkshire and Humber’s workforce is

employed in manufacturing

• The Coca-Cola factory in Wakefield produces over 100

cans a second

• Home to the largest aerosol factory in the world

Start learning!Want to find a course in Manufacturing in Yorkshire &

Humber? Then turn to page 52 to find out how to access

your local 14-19 prospectus. It will tell you who’s offering

what course in your local area, or you could visit


Manufacturing is all about making things on a massive scale: cars, TVs, clothes, metal, planes, food, pharmaceuticals, fuel…it’s a very important industry. While lots of manufacturing companies have moved abroad, the UK still competes as the sixth largest manufacturing country in the world, employing 3 million people.

Yorkshire & Humber happens to be a major manufacturing hub in the country. Here are some of the biggest areas of manufacture:

AutomotiveThe UK is home to Nissan’s manufacturing base, producing almost one in every four cars made in the UK. Nissan is the largest volume passenger car manufacturer in the country and has been one of Europe’s most efficient car plants for the last 8 years.

DefenceThe defence industry is one of the most important clusters of high-tech manufacturers of military vehicles, equipment and components. Defence manufacturing employs around 300,000 people in the UK, with an annual turnover of £35 billion in 2008!

Chemical & ProcessThis is a huge industrial sector and is the largest manufacturing sector in Yorkshire & Humber ranging from bulk chemicals manufacturing on the Humber to fine chemicals, dyes, speciality chemicals and surface coatings across the rest of Yorkshire.

ElectronicsThe design and production of electronic systems and components, like fibre optic systems and microchips.

MetalsThe production and distribution of a range of metals, like steel fabrication.

Process manufacturingThe production of building products, coatings, extractives, glass, printing and paper, and furniture.

Clothing and footwearThe production of textiles and leather and the manufacture of clothing and accessories.

From the cars on the motorway to the clothes in your wardrobe, many of the things we rely on have been manufactured. The Yorkshire & Humber manufacturing sector is one of the strongest in the country, so get involved!

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Useful linkswww.cogent-ssc.com - the Sector Skills Council for chemicals, gas and plastics

www.prospect4u.co.uk - manufacturing careers website from the Sector Skills Council

www.semta.org.uk - the Sector Skills Council for Science, Engineering and

Manufacturing. There is a manufacturing course finder on the site.

www.proskills.co.uk – the Sector Skills Council for the process and manufacturing sector


Get qualifiedThere are plenty of vocational courses for

this sector…

Young ApprenticeshipsIf you’re in Year 10 or 11, you could find out

what it’s like working in manufacturing with this

two-year vocational learning programme. You’ll

do 50 days of work experience along with your

usual National Curriculum studies. The benefit: You’ll get real work experience and

a recognised vocationally related qualification.

ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships cover a wide range of job roles

in manufacturing – you could be helping to

make anything from furniture and glass to cars

and paper. You’ll get a job with an employer and

do half your learning on the job, and half in the

classroom with a college or training provider.

The benefit: You’ll earn a salary while you

get a qualification and have excellent career

progression.

Diploma in Manufacturing and Product DesignThis Diploma gives you the chance to learn

about the manufacturing and product design

process. It covers everything from the

purchasing and processing of the raw materials

all the way through to marketing and selling

the final product. On this course, you’ll do an

extended project, work experience, specialist

learning as well as English, maths and ICT.

The benefit: At the end, you’ll be qualified

for a job in the industry, or to go on to further

education.

CASE STUDYVariety and support for Steve

Steve Gedney trained as a machinist with Sheffield Foregmasters International Ltd through an Advanced Apprenticeship. He specialises in turning and uses computer-controlled lathes to make components.

The work is highly skilled and requires practical ability and knowledge. Steve’s training included learning basic engineering techniques in a training centre where he gained a Level 2 NVQ then learning on the job, completing a Level 3 NVQ. Steve also attended college one day a week and gained a BTEC National Certificate in Manufacturing. He is now studying part-time for a Foundation degree and hopes to go on to do a full degree.

“To be a turner you need to be hands-on and enjoy working things out. You need to be good at maths and able to do calculations,” Steve says. “There’s a lot a variety and a lot of support - everybody takes time to give you a hand and see that you’re alright.”

For more information contact Semta Customer Services – T. 0845 643 9001 E. [email protected] W. www.semta.org.uk


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The world would

screech to a halt without this sector

Want a career that’s

always moving

fast?

THE TRANSPORT &LOGISTICS SECTOR

Drive lorries, trains,

vans and motorcycles across the country

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

The UK transport industry is absolutely huge – it employs over 560,000 people across the different subsectors. Our logistics industry is worth £14.5 billion and employs around 2.3 million people in over 195,000 companies.

Both transport and logistics industries require skilled mechanics to keep the vehicles running, drivers to operate the vehicles safely, and organised people behind the scenes keeping the whole operation running to schedule.

Here are some of the main areas within this sector:

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

TRANSPORT &LOGISTICS

Rail transport operationsIt’s no simple feat to keep our railway network running to schedule – we need people to drive the trains, take fares, assist customers, operate the signals and more. You could work for the Underground or above ground.Earnings: Around £13,000 a year.

AirportsIt takes more than pilots to keep plane passengers safe – air traffic controllers help planes land safely and baggage handlers make sure luggage reaches the right destination.Earnings: Between £14,000 and £17,000 a year.

Engineering and maintenanceTransport and logistics rely heavily on vehicles – trains, buses, aeroplanes, vans, cars and motorcycles – so the sector needs people with the skills to keep them running. You could learn how to service sections of rail or fix lorries, depending on your interests.Earnings: Between £16,000 and £19,000 a year.

Mail servicesThis deals with the collection, processing and delivery of mail and packages. The Royal Mail is the largest employer, but there are lots of other specialist mail providers like FedEx. You could sort in a processing centre or be out and about, making deliveries.Earnings: Between £12,500 and £17,000 a year.

Driving & carrying goodsThis covers the transport and delivery of goods by both light vehicles (like motorcycles and van) and large goods vehicles (like lorries). Large goods vehicle driving requires a special type of driving license. Earnings: Between £10,500 and £12,500 a year.

Warehouse & storageAn essential part of transport and logistics, this area deals with the movement and storage of goods. It involves more than just lifting and moving things around – it takes organisation skills to manage inventory and specialist skills to operate forklifts and other machinery.Earnings: Around £13,000 a year.

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

Fast facts:• 158,000 people are employed in this sector here• 7% of our regions workforce is employed in this sector• 14% of logistics companies have at least one vacancy• Nearly half of the workers here in this sector work in the wholesale sub-sector• Yorkshire and Humber have more logistics workplaces than the national average

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

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Useful linkswww.diplomainretailbusiness.com – find out about the Diploma in Retail Business

www.deliveringyourfuture.co.uk – all about careers in Logistics

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

www.skillsforlogistics.org – the Sector Skills Council for Logistics

www.slblogistics.co.uk - SLB Logistics’ Apprenticeship Training Agency


Get qualified!There are plenty of vocational courses for this

sector…

Young ApprenticeshipsThis vocational learning programme is open to

Year 10 and 11 students. You’ll spend two days

a week on the Apprenticeship programme (you’ll

study the National Curriculum the rest of the

week) and do 50 days of work experience in the

industry. The benefit: You’ll get an early headstart

in this sector and be able to progress to an

Apprenticeship.

ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships are the recommended route into

this sector. You’ll get a job with an employer and

do half your learning on the job, and half in the

classroom with a college or training provider. There

are Apprenticeships in all of the areas listed at the

start of this article. Visit the links below for more

information.The benefit: You’ll earn a salary while you get a

qualification and have excellent career progression.

14-19 Diploma in Retail BusinessIf you want to explore this sector without taking

the plunge into a job right away, this Diploma

could be the way forward. The course gives you

the knowledge that can be applied to a career

in this sector. You might learn about customer

service, supply chain management or marketing.

The benefit: After completing the Diploma, you

could get an Apprenticeship, progress to another

course, or start working in the industry.

CASE STUDYGoSkills’ Awards winners

Rail Apprentice, Liam O’Donovan

So why did you choose to do an Apprenticeship?I looked at all my options for further education before deciding on an Apprenticeship over university. Obviously university tuition fees are constantly rising but mostly I liked the practical aspect that an apprenticeship can offer. You work and study at the same time so you are learning a life-long skill from day one.

Why Communications? That was simple, I have always been fascinated with IT infrastructure, so it was an obvious choice for me.

What does the apprenticeship involve?It involves maintaining public addresses, fire alarm systems, tunnel telephones, fire brigade radio, electronic services update boards and clocks. These are all systems that often go unnoticed but are essential for stations to operate safely and efficiently.

After completing your apprenticeship, what position will you hold? I will be a Senior Technician. This is because I also completed an optional HNC course in Electronic and Electrical Engineering, completing the first year with a distinction. My employer is very supportive of personal development and thoroughly encourages further learning. I am also about to start additional training in Working at Heights, Asbestos Awareness and First Aid at Work.

What are your career goals? I plan on working my way up through the grade of engineers, ultimately becoming Technical officer within a few years.


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You could chase

down hot stories for a newspaper

You could work with

famous actors on a TV set

Imagine seeing your handiwork

on a massive billboard

CREATIVE,DIGITAL & MEDIA SECTOR

Playing computer

games could be part of your job

If you’re a creative

person, there are so many

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

Graphic designWe live in a world of visual messages: websites, billboards, magazines, signs, packaging, etc. A graphic designer uses type (lettering) and images to get information across and make an impact. Earnings: Salaries start anywhere between £13,000 and £18,000 a year.

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

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

Computer gamesIt takes a team of creative types to produce something like Call of Duty – level designers who map out the game, graphic designers who imagine what it all looks like, and games testers to make sure there’s no glitches. Earnings: Salaries start between £15,000 and £19,000 a year.

CREATIVE, DIGITAL& MEDIA

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

Here are some of the biggest areas within this sector:

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

PublishingWithout this industry, this publication you’re reading wouldn’t exist. From journalists looking for the big story to book editors crafting an author’s manuscript into a bestseller, this is an industry for people who love the written word.Earnings: Between £15,000 and £20,000 a year.

Film & TVWe all know who the actors are, but what about the hundreds of names that scroll by during the end credits? They all perform technical roles that equal a great film: production assistants, camera operators, set designers, lighting technicians, directors, special effects people, etc. Earnings: Salaries start quite low (£12,000 a year), but can build up with experience and hard work.

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

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Get qualified!There are plenty of vocational courses for this sector…

Young ApprenticeshipsThis vocational learning programme is open to Year

10 and 11 students. You’ll spend two days a week

on the Apprenticeship programme (you’ll study the

National Curriculum the rest of the week) and do 50

days of work experience in the industry.

The benefit: You’ll get an early headstart in this

sector and be able to progress to an Apprenticeship.

ApprenticeshipsThe Creative Apprenticeship is a way to get your

foot in the door of this exciting industry. You’ll get a

job with an employer and do half your learning on

the job, and half in the classroom with a college or

training provider. The work experience will give you a

real advantage over other candidates.

The benefit: You’ll earn a salary while you get

valuable work experience.

14-19 Diploma in Creative and MediaIt’s a great way to explore the many routes in this

sector, from fashion and film to TV and web design.

The benefit: After completing the Diploma, you

could get an Apprenticeship, progress to another

course, or start working in the industry.

YORKSHIRE & HUMBER focusQuite a lot of people in our region are employed in this industry, and it is growing. If you like the idea of not being tied down to one employer, freelancing is quite common in this industry; around a quarter of workers in this sector here are freelancers. The roles available vary from content production and photo imaging to publishing and computer game production.

Fast facts:• Over 24,000 people work in this industry here• Yorkshire and Humber is home to 5% of creative, digital and media employees• The most popular area of the sector here is publishing; over 10,000 people work in publishing in our region

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

Useful linkscourses.skillset.org – great place to search for media courses

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

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

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


CASE STUDYNorth Lindsey College paved the way for Emma

Emma Lake completed her studies in BTEC Level 3 Diploma in Art & Design (Creative Digital Media) at North Lindsey College in 2005, achieving the highest possible grade – distinction. Emma chose North Lindsey as she felt it offered a more creative programme of study in comparison to other local colleges. After attending an Open Evening Emma was “impressed with the college and the atmosphere, which was relaxed and friendly”.

Emma found that studying on the course developed her more than just academically, as “the approach to learning placed a greater emphasis on becoming more independent”. “There was mutual respect between the students and staff” that also helped her overcome some earlier confidence problems. Obviously the biggest development was in her skills within media, which were invaluable as Emma progressed onto her degree. “When I got to university I was the most equipped to tackle the course, and my understanding of a variety of media (video, games design, photography, etc.) meant I was able to make the transition easily, unlike a number of other students who had not been as well prepared”.

Emma went on to study Interactive Design at Lincoln University and graduated with a 2.1 honours degree. Emma is now employed by Northlincs TV where she works as a creative assistant, working on web and video based projects. Looking back Emma says “Choosing the course at North Lindsey College paved the way for me to progress. I always think of my time at the college fondly. It was the best decision I made, as I am now where I wanted to be.”

For more information call 01724 294030Or visit www.northlindsey.ac.uk


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

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Get qualified!There are plenty of vocational courses for this sector…

Young ApprenticeshipsThis vocational learning programme is open to Year 10 and 11 students. You’ll spend two days a week on the Apprenticeship programme (you’ll study the National Curriculum the rest of the week) and do 50 days of work experience in the industry.The benefit: You’ll get an early headstart in this sector and be able to progress to an Apprenticeship.

ApprenticeshipsApprenticeships are the recommended route into this sector. You’ll get a job with an employer and do half your learning on the job, and half in the classroom with a college or training provider. There are Apprenticeships in hairdressing, barbering, beauty therapy, nail services and spa therapy.The benefit: You’ll earn a salary while you get a qualification and have excellent career progression.

14-19 Diploma in Hair and Beauty14-19 Diploma in Hair and BeautyThis course gives you the knowledge that can be applied to a career in this sector. You might learn about cutting and colouring techniques, beauty therapy, and even get to observe people working in salons.The benefit: After completing the Diploma, you could get an Apprenticeship, progress to another course, or start working in the industry.

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

There are many different paths within this sector, depending on your interests. All of them require common skills: creativity, the ability to work on your feet for long hours, good hand-eye co-ordination and up-to-date knowledge of what’s in (and what’s out). Most importantly, you’ll need to be good with people and sensitive to their needs.

Here are some of the main areas:

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

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

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

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

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

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Yorkshire & HUmber focusWe like to look and feel good in Yorkshire.

In fact, the average household spends

around £175 a year on hairdressing alone

– and that doesn’t take into consideration

nail services, beauty therapy and the

growing spa therapy industry. This is a fun,

vibrant and fashionable industry that puts a

big emphasis on staff training.

Fast facts• 9% of health and beauty businesses in

England are here in Yorkshire

• Around 70% of business owners are

women• Leeds and Sheffield have the largest

concentrations of salons

• Qualified spa therapists are in demand

Start learning!Want to find a course in Hair & Beauty in

Yorkshire & Humber? Then turn to page 52

to find out how to access your local 14-19

prospectus. It will tell you who’s offering

what course in your local area, or you

could visit www.opendoorsmedia.co.uk

Useful linkswww.habia.org – A useful point of contact for all things relating to hair and beauty training


CASE STUDY‘From Make-Up Artist to Star of Catwalk…’

Carla Dyson has gone from make-up artist to star of the catwalk – plucked from obscurity during a trip to the Commonwealth Games 2010 in Sri Lanka.

Student Carla Dyson has crafted her art at Bradford College, enrolling on a Foundation Degree in Make-up Artistry and Special Effects and progressing to a BA (Hons) Special Make-up Effects and Artistry to become the great British talent we know today.

During the trip, students from Fashion, Photography, Make-up and Hairdressing joined forces with students from Delhi’s International Institute of Fashion Technology to stage a high profile fashion show. The show formed part of the Commonwealth Games Cultural Programme, supported by the British Council’s UKIERI Education Exchange programme, under the project ‘Fashion in Commonwealth Games’.

Following the success of the international visit, Carla and Laura were asked to return to Sri Lanka to create inspiring new looks and cutting edge beauty for the catwalk during the International Sri Lanka Design Festival 2010. Master of makeup, Carla was also asked to return to the runway to model the latest collections.

For more information call 01274 433333Email: [email protected] visit www.bradfordcollege.ac.uk

Carla Dyson, BA (Hons) Special Make-up Effects & Artistry student modelling in India during the Commonwealth Games – Photo courtesy of Trevor Griffiths


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By taking a course at Doncaster College, you get the skills, qualications and experience that universities and employers are looking for.

Our courses are designed to get you skilled in the right areas so you’re 100% ‘job-ready’.

In addition to the ‘hands on’ nature of many of our courses, we also have excellent links with businesses and organisations in the wider community, such as the Princes Trust and even Jobcentre Plus, so that part time and full time work is more available to students to support their studies.

Many of our courses also have great relationships with relevant professional bodies and public and private sector businesses – from the RAF to Shefeld Teaching hospital. These links between education and the ‘outside world’ prove invaluable to our students.

We offer a different experience to schools, one that gives you more freedom and more �exibility, but, should you need us, we’ll always be there to help put you back on track.

We off courses in a massive range of subject areas, including:

Animal Care IT FloristryArt & Design Construction HairBusiness Engineering BeautyChildcare Fashion Hospitality & CateringMultimedia Performing Arts Public Services

To nd our more click on www.don.ac.uk, email [email protected] or call 0800 358 75 75

Get the upper hand at Doncaster College

IMAGINE A CAREER...

Assembling cars

Developing websites

Investing people’s money

Restoring houses to their former glory

Caring for

animals

Working behind the scenes in

TV

Leading outdoor

expeditions

Making a difference in people’s

life

Cooking five-star meals

Saving the

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YOUR CAREER, YOUR CHOICEWondering what else is out there? Take a look at some of the other sectors in the Yorkshire & Humber

Armed ForcesBritain’s armed forces – the Army, Royal Navy, RAF and MoD – all invest a lot in their personnel to give them an education that’s relevant in the civilian world as well as in the services. They all offer Apprenticeships so recruits can earn nationally recognised trade qualifications alongside their regular training. For example, a cook for the Royal Navy could also complete a chef Apprenticeship. Each organisation offers different schemes, so visit their websites for more details.

Salary: starting around £13,400 the first year, with excellent benefits and progression.Qualifications: the armed forces offer Apprenticeships in many areas, including Engineering, Fitting, Maintenance, Cookery, IT, Admin, Marine Engineering and more.

Business & FinanceThis sector is about money – saving it, borrowing it, managing it and most of all, making lots more of it. It’s the UK’s most global industry and covers a wide range of services and products that everyone uses like bank accounts, mortgages, pensions, credit cards and insurance. The perk of working with money is that salaries tend to be higher than average.

Jobs: accounts assistant, payroll assistant, admin assistant, bank cashier, trainee accountant.Salary: starting between £13,000 and £20,000.Qualifications: Young Apprenticeships; Diploma in Business, Administration and Finance; Apprenticeships; A-level Traineeships.

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

Job roles: Bricklayer, labourer, joiner, painter and decorator, plasterer.Salary: apprentices can expect to earn around £8,700 the first year, £11,600 the next, and £15,350 the third year. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Diploma in Construction and the Built Environment, Construction Apprenticeship.

Customer Service & AdminAny business that wants to be successful has to make its customers happy. From helping a shopper find the right size at Topshop to answering customer queries at a BT call centre, customer service jobs come in all shapes and sizes. Another thing businesses can’t function without is effective admin. Administrators are responsible for running the daily operations of the office. They answer the phone, input data, type up letters and anything else that needs to be done. Since administration and customer service are needed in most organisations, you could work across many different sectors.

Job roles: admin assistant, office junior, personal assistant, customer service representative. Salary: starting anywhere between £13,000 and £18,000 a year.Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship in Business & Administration, Diploma in Business, Administration and Finance, Apprenticeships.

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Energy & RenewableThis essential sector deals with the utilities we rely on: water, electricity and gas. It also covers waste management and alternative sources of power like nuclear energy, wind power and solar energy. Careers in this sector cover the distribution and supply of gas; the generation and transmission of electricity; the collection and purification of water; the treatment of sewage; and nuclear fuel processing. Apprenticeships are a recognised route into this industry and offer excellent career progression.

Job roles: gas network engineer, gas service technician, wastewater plant worker, process operator, decommissioning operative.Salary: starting anywhere between £12,000 and £20,000 a year.Qualifications: Young Apprenticeships in the Utilities Sector, Apprenticeships.

EngineeringAt the heart of every technological advance is an engineer. Chemical engineers create drugs to treat diseases; civil engineers design our railways and roads; and aerospace engineers design aircraft. Engineers use problem solving and and imagination to come up with answers to problems. The main challenge is doing more with less and figuring out how to make something more cheaply, quickly and effectively than ever before. Engineering is one of the most varied sectors out there, with specialist areas like Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Marine and Defence.

Job roles: maintenance fitter, welder, mechanical engineering technician.Salary: starting anywhere between £15,000 and £18,000 a year.Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Engineering.

Environmental & Land-basedThis broad sector offers lots of opportunities to make a difference to the planet, from farming and protecting wildlife to looking after parks and conservation. The main areas within this sector are:

Horticulture & landscaping – creating and maintaining designed landscapes, like sports turf, gardens and parks. Agriculture – work in farms, dairies and companies that supply the industry. Animal care – handling and caring for animals, from small domestic pets to wildlife. Environmental conservation – finding solutions that will lead to a more sustainable, healthy environment. Land-based engineering – the design, manufacture and maintenance of agricultural equipment.

Salary: starting between £12,000 and £18,000. Landscape engineers make between £20,000 and £26,000 a year.Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Environmental and Land based Studies.

Food & DrinkFood and drink is one of the largest industries in the UK – in fact, it even helped pull the country out of the recession. This sector is about taking what’s grown by farmers and transforming it into our favourite foods and beverages. It takes a lot of people working together to make this happen, which means loads of career paths on offer. You could be processing ingredients, fixing machines on the production floor, processing meat, baking cakes or testing quality.

Job roles: production operative, bottling operative, baker, warehouse worker.Salary: starting between £11,000 and £17,000 a year. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Food Manufacture Apprenticeship, Diploma in Manufacturing and Product Design.

Health & Social CareIf you’ve got a big heart and want to work with people, then a career in Health and Social Care could be for you. This sector is about helping people live healthy, full lives. Health care covers careers in medicine (nurses, physiotherapists, dental nurses, etc) while social care is about supporting people with special needs to help them lead fuller lives. Most people in this sector work for the NHS while the rest are employed by private practices. Because healthcare is an essential part of our society, there’ll always be jobs on offer for qualified people. In fact, this is one sector that continues to thrive during recessions.

Job roles: care assistant, nursing assistant, dental nurse, porter. Salary: starting between £13,000 and £16,000 a year.Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Diploma in Society, Health & Development, Apprenticeships.

IT & TelecomsFrom mobile phones and satellite TV to broadband and fibre optics, IT & Telecoms are a major part of life – it helps us keep in touch with our friends, stay entertained, conduct business and more. The IT side of things is all about computers and information systems – designing them, developing them, making them, selling them and installing them. Telecoms is a broad term for any technology that transmits information, like phone lines, broadband, TV, mobile phones and satellites. This industry includes internet suppliers, mobile phone companies and the big companies like BT and SKY.

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


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

Public ServicesIn this sector, your work could help other people and improve your local community. Public services are an essential part of our society – education, housing, the police, and the fire service are all services that the government provides for its citizens (that’s you and us). In this sector, you could help organise a community arts programme, work for a housing association or support a teacher in the classroom. Your local council is a large employer in this sector. Contact them directly for job vacancies.

Job roles: classroom assistant, nursery nurse, admin assistant, youth support worker.Salary: starting between £13,000 and £16,000 a year.Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Public Services.

RetailRetail is about the sale of products and services to consumers (that’s people like you). It covers high street shops, supermarkets, independent shops, large national chains and more. It’s also one of the most fun and young industries out there, with more than one third of the workforce under 25 years old. Whether your strengths are creativity or organisation, there’s a role for you in Retail. The main areas in the sector are:

Store operations: assisting customers on the shop floor.Buying: buying products to sell in the shop from designers and wholesalers. Visual merchandising: creating visual window and store displays. Management: overseeing the operations of the entire shop.

Job roles: sales assistant, visual merchandiser, team leader, buyer.Salary: starting between £12,000 and £18,000 a year. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Retail Business, Employer sponsored traineeships.

Sport & FitnessMany people think the only way you can get a career in sport is to become a professional athlete or a PE teacher – but this couldn’t be further from the truth. This sector is about promoting health and fitness. For example, exercise and fitness instructors work for gyms and leisure centres and help people stay fit and healthy. Sports coaches teach skills and techniques at all levels, from beginner to professional. Outdoor activity instructors help people enjoy themselves in the great outdoors and operations managers make sure gyms and leisure centres run smoothly.

Job roles: personal trainer, fitness instructor, swimming coach, leisure centre assistant, playworker.Salary: starting around £12,000 and can rise to £25,000 with experience and qualifications. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship in Sports Management, Leadership and Coaching; Diploma in Sport and Active Leisure; Apprenticeships

Travel & HospitalityThis sector helps people enjoy themselves during their free time and holidays. People working in this industry arrange our holidays, cook for us in restaurants, serve drinks at the bar, pamper us in salons, and more. It’s a buzzing, exciting sector with many opportunities to work in the UK and abroad. You could be a chef, a spa therapist or even a member of air cabin crew! While working hours often take place when other people are enjoying themselves (evenings and weekends), many prefer escaping the typical 9-5 lifestyle.

Jobs: hairdresser, travel agent, waiter, trainee chef, air cabin crewmember.Salary: starting between £11,000 and £16,000 a year. Qualifications: Young Apprenticeship, Apprenticeships, Diploma in Travel and Tourism.

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Get your ‘Hands On’ an Apprenticeship at Bishop Burton College todayApprenticeships are a great way of developing your skills whilst gaining valuable industry experience. Visit www.bishopburton.ac.uk to find out how one of our fantastic Apprenticeship programmes could benefit you.

APPRENTICESHIPS & ADVANCED APPRENTICESHIPS ARE AVAILABLE IN: Agriculture, Animal Care, Construction, Food Manufacturing and Butchery, Game & Wildlife Management, Health & Social Care, Horse Care, Horticulture, Land-based Engineering & Production Horticulture.

For further details please contact Anni Lightfoot on: 01964 553 044 or email [email protected]

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West Yorkshire

Back in the day, West Yorkshire was all about woollen mills and coal

mining. Today, it’s one of the most modern and thriving areas of the

North. West Yorkshire is a recognised financial centre with lots of

companies involved in banking, finance, insurance and iinvestment.

Key city: LEEDS

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

considered the most important financial hub outside of London. It also

has a booming Creative, Digital & Media sector that’s growing by about

10% a year. But it’s not all office work – Leeds is still the UK’s third-

largest manufacturing centre, with 1,800 companies employing over

40,000 people.

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

Key sectors: Business & Finance, Retail, Leisure & Tourism, Creative

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

Bank, Natwest, Barclays, Leeds Teaching Hospital (NHS)

14-19 prospectuses: www.bradford4learning.com,

www.leedspathways.org.uk, www.applywakefield.org.uk

Wondering what else is out there?Take a look at some of the major opportunities in Yorkshire & Humber

YOUR REGION

WELCOME TO Yorkshire & HUMBER

North Yorkshire

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North Yorkshire

It’s the largest county in the UK, with over 1,200

square miles of National Park and over 45 miles of

coastline. As a mainly rural area, North Yorkshire’s

industry used to centre around farming – however,

today more than a quarter of the workforce is in

Manufacturing and Leisure & Tourism. Other major

industries include Retail, with shopping outlets

ranging from small traders on the coast to large

shopping centres in and around York.

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

centre for business and tourism. In 2007, York was

named European Tourism City of the Year. York also

has a large presence in the Engineering and Food &

Drink sectors. York is a great place for training – six

local vocational educational establishments have

been designated Centres of Vocational Excellence,

including Askham Bryan College, which focuses on

food-chain technology.

Key places: York, Harrogate

Key sectors: Public Services; Retail; Leisure &

Tourism; Business & Finance; Health & Social Care

Key employers: North Yorkshire County Council,

City of York Council, North Yorkshire Police, Aviva plc,

Shepherd Building Group, Grampian Country Pork

14-19 prospectuses:

www.futures4menorthyorks.com, www.yor-ok.org.uk

South YorkshireTraditional industries in South Yorkshire centred around mining and steel manufacturing. Today, the region is growing in sectors like Creative, Digital & Media; Land-based & Environmental; and Energy & Renewable. At the moment, Public Services, Health & Social Care, and Business & Finance are growing sectors, with lots of opportunities for young people.

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

Key places: Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, BarnsleyKey sectors: Business & Finance; Creative, Digital & Media; IT & Telecoms; Engineering; ManufacturingKey employers: Sheffield City Council, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals (NHS), Sheffield Hallam University, HSBC14-19 prospectuses: www.applysheffield.org.uk, www.applyrotherham.org.uk, www.doncasterchoices1419.org.uk, www.barnsley1419.info

HumberAlmost a quarter of the UK’s port traffic passes through the Humber Estuary. It’s an important waterway – 20% of our natural gas supply comes through here, as well as other goods from Europe. Over 100 big chemical and refining companies operate in the Humber, including BP. The manufacturing sector is still going strong and making all sorts of goods, like aircraft, food and drink, petrochemicals, pharmaceuticals and clothing. However, service industries such as offshore support, logistics, banking, and retail now employ many more people than the manufacturing industry.

Key city: HULLFor centuries, Hull has been the main sea-port on the east coast. The city has a long tradition of trading with the great Scandinavian, Baltic and European port-cities, and remains a major gateway to the EU. Today, businesses in Hull deliver an annual turnover of almost £8bn.

Hull is a great place to learn, too – Hull College has been recognised as one of the top further education establishments in the country.

Key places: Hull, Grimsby, ScunthorpeKey sectors: Manufacturing, Engineering, Transport & Logistics, Food & Drink, Health & Social Care, Business & Finance, Retail, Energy & RenewablesKey employers: NHS, Hull City Council, Baxters, Youngs, BAE Systems, Kimberly-Clark, East Riding Council, Corus14-19 prospectuses: www.logonmoveon.co.uk, www.lincs2.co.uk


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If you want to give your career a boost we have a range of apprenticeships at York College.

Our flexible programmes can be taught in your workplace or in the College’s modern, well equipped learning facilities.

If you think an apprenticeship could help your career, or you’re an employer and would like to train your employees, call the York College Business Development Unit for details.

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DID YOU KNOW?The regional economy is set to increase by 9.4% over the next 5 years.

Tourism accounts for 7% of Yorkshire’s regional economy and employs nearly a quarter of a million people!

The most job vacancies in the region are for building

labourers, fork-lift drivers, HGV drivers and sales

related jobs.

West Yorkshire is the fastest

growing sub-region.

The business and finance sector employs over

345,000 people!

Year on year, the food and drink sector in Yorkshire & Humberside is forecast to grow 3 times faster than the national average

After London, Yorkshire & Humber is the fastest-growing region in the digital and new media sector.

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% of workforce in each sector 13% Manufacturing 5.2% Construction 23.7% Leisure & Tourism 5.6% Transport 18.5% Business & finance 28.7% Public services 5.3% Other services

% of businesses in each sector 7.8% Manufacturing 11% Construction 30.9% Leisure & Tourism 4.9% Transport 27.4% Business & finance 9.6% Public services 8.4% Other services

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are you lookingfor a rewarding,long-term careerin a growingsector?

apprenticeships in social care

about the post-16 apprenticeship

A Post-16 Apprenticeship* is a combination ofon the job training and classroom learningwhich includes a National VocationalQualification (NVQ), Technical Certificate andKey Skills, giving you a well roundedqualification which can lead to a rewarding,long-term and varied career in a growing sector.

An apprenticeship in social care gives you theopportunity to develop your own unique career path to suit your needs and ambitions,enhancing your current skills as well asgaining new ones.

about the social care sector

Social care is a growing sector with many diverseroles. People are living longer and expect andhave a right to live their lives how they choosecreating more independence and choice. Social care offers care and support to people:

with learning disabilitieswith physical disabilitieswith visual and or hearing impairmentswho are olderwho may have mental health issueswho have drug, alcohol and substancedependencieswho live independently in their own homeswho live in residential settings

No two days are the same in social care. Job variety, flexible hours and the satisfaction of helpingothers are what attract many social care staff to the sector.

for a brighter future, think social care apprenticeshipsfor more information visit:www.skillsforcare.org.uk/apprenticeships

*Post-16 Apprenticeships are open to all ages above 16. Whilst employers have their own recruitment criteria,notably CRB checks, apprentices also must be employed a minimum of 16 hours per week.

an apprenticeship in social care couldbe the answer – earn while you learn!

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ENGINEERING APPRENTICESHIPS – JUST THE JOB!

M anufacturing and engineering is an extremely broad field, so there’s a range

of Apprenticeships to choose from. Some of the main industries covered

include aviation, car production, energy,

textiles, food, furniture, glass, metals

and printing. All of these industries (and others) require complex machinery

that needs to be designed, built and

maintained – which is what you’ll learn

about on an engineering Apprenticeship.

Engineers come in all shapes and sizes,

specialising in particular areas, such as

construction and electronics.

Manual and technical skills are important

and maths, IT and science are often

relevant. You need to be good at following instructions and working as

part of a team, but engineers in particular

often need to use their own initiative to

solve problems.

If you’d like to see for yourself whether

an engineering Apprenticeship could

be for you try out the Engineering Apprenticeship Career Matching Tool,

launched by Jaguar Land Rover, BAE

Systems and Rolls Royce, to help you

make an informed choice.

Are you considering a career in engineering and would like to learn and earn? If so, then an engineering Apprenticeship could be just the job!

Why use the tool? It includes a quiz, links to complimentary resources, as well as a wide range of video-clips from current apprentices working for BAE Systems, Jaguar Land Rover and Rolls-Royce. These videos have been designed to answer commonly-asked questions, and give you a real idea of what life as an apprentice is really like. You will also receive your own personalised feedback and guidance report. The online tool can be found at http://engineeringtool.apprenticeships.org.uk/

Alternatively, if you are considering an Apprenticeship but not sure which one, view the ‘Types of Apprenticeships’ section at apprenticeships.org.uk which has information on nearly 200 types of Apprenticeships suitable for hundreds of job roles.

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Talented Kayley is building her

engineering career with NG Bailey

NG Bailey is one of the leading providers of building services. The company employs some 3,300 people in its

operations across the UK delivering, mechanical, electrical, ICT, off-site manufacture, systems integration and

maintenance solutions, so it’s no wonder Kayley Lockhead was attracted to applying for a Building Services

Apprenticeship with the firm.

Kayley, 21, has progressed through the Apprenticeship frameworks through NG Bailey’s Engineering

Academy. She is currently studying towards an HND in Building Services Engineering alongside an NVQ Level 3

in Project Management. This will enable her to demonstrate responsibilities at a project management level whilst

broadening her knowledge and skills base.

Gaining nearly all A’s at GCSE followed by three good A level grades, Kayley comments: “I’ve always been

quite academic but after school I wanted to undertake a qualification that had a practical element as well, which

is exactly what the Apprenticeship gives me. It’s rewarding, varied and challenging. I aim to make a positive

difference every day, not only in the work I do but to the people I work alongside. I am learning all the time and

am excited and motivated by the range of projects I have been able to work on.”

Amongst Kayley’s day to day activities she works with a team to obtain quotes, design mechanical and

electrical systems for buildings, develop method statements to detail safety and procedural elements of individual

building tasks, interview subcontractors and resolve any potential conflicts.

She continues: “My Apprenticeship is fantastic. The excellent training provided by NG Bailey, in association

with the Leeds College of Building, has enabled me to excel my knowledge and develop a firm foundation from

which to build a career in project management within the engineering field.”

Kayley was highly commended as an ‘Advanced Apprentice of the Year’ at the Yorkshire and Humber

Apprenticeship Awards 2010. This was quickly followed by winning the category of Construction and the Built

Environment at the West Yorkshire Work-Based Learning Awards 2010.

Kayley adds: “It’s amazing to be nominated and to go on to be commended and win one award is incredible.

It’s really motivating for me to have my hard work recognised and I hope it will inspire other young females to

consider an Apprenticeship in construction as a route to a successful career.”

Kayley Lockhead (2nd from left) collecting her Advanced Apprentice Highly Commended

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USEFUL LINKSDIRECTORY

ONLINE 14-19 PROSPECTUSES

Barnsleywww.barnsley1419.info

Bradfordwww.bradford4learning.com

Calderdalewww.calderdaleprospectus.co.uk

Doncasterwww.doncasterchoices1419.org.uk

East Riding & Hullwww.logonmoveon.co.uk

Kirkleeswww.kirkleesoptions.org.uk

Leedswww.leedspathways.org.uk

North Lincolnshirewww.lincs2.co.uk

North Yorkshirewww.futures4menorthyorks.com

Rotherhamwww.applyrotherham.org.uk

Sheffieldwww.applysheffield.org.uk

Wakefieldwww.applywakefield.org.uk

Yorkwww.yor-ok.org.uk

MAJOR COLLEGES

Askham Bryan College www.askham-bryan.ac.uk

Barnsley Collegewww.barnsley.ac.uk

BISHOP BURTON COLLEGE www.bishopb-college.ac.uk

Bradford Collegewww.bradfordcollege.ac.uk

CALDERDALE COLLEGEwww.calderdale.ac.uk

CRAVEN COLLEGE www.craven-college.ac.uk

Dearne Valley College www.dearne-coll.ac.uk

DONCASTER COLLEGE www.don.ac.uk

East Riding Collegewww.eastridingcollege.ac.uk

GRIMSBY INSTITUTE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION www.grimsby.ac.uk

Harrogate Collegewww.harrogate.ac.uk

Huddersfield New Collegewww.huddnewcoll.ac.uk

Hull College www.hull-college.ac.uk

Joseph Priestley Collegewww.joseph-priestley.ac.uk

KIRKLEES COLLEGE www.kirkleescollege.ac.uk

Leeds College of Art & Designwww.leeds-art.ac.uk

Leeds College of Musicwww.lcm.ac.uk

LEEDS CITY COLLEGEwww.leedscitycollege.ac.uk

LEEDS COLLEGE OF BUILDINGwww.lcb.ac.uk

NORTH LINDSEY COLLEGE www.northlindsey.ac.uk

Rotherham College of Arts and Technology www.rotherham.ac.uk

Selby Collegewww.selby.ac.uk

SHEFFIELD COLLEGE www.sheffcol.ac.uk

SHIPLEY COLLEGEwww.shipley.ac.uk

Wakefield College www.wakefield.ac.uk

YORK COLLEGE www.yorkcollege.ac.uk

Yorkshire Coast College www.yorkshirecoastcollege.ac.uk

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LOCAL COUNCILS

Barnsley Metropolitan Borough Councilwww.barnsley.gov.uk

Bradford Metropolitan District Councilwww.bradford.gov.uk

Calderdale Metropolitan Borough Councilwww.calderdale.gov.uk

Craven District Councilwww.cravendc.gov.uk

Doncaster Councilwww.doncaster.gov.uk

East Riding of Yorkshire Councilwww.eastriding.gov.uk

Harrogate Borough Councilwww.harrogate.gov.uk

Hull City Councilwww.hullcc.gov.uk

Kirklees Metropolitan Councilwww.kirklees.gov.uk

Leeds City Councilwww.leeds.gov.uk

North Yorkshire County Councilwww.northyorks.gov.uk

Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Councilwww.rotherham.gov.uk

Sheffield City Councilwww.sheffield.gov.uk

Selby District Councilwww.selby.gov.uk

Wakefield Metropolitan District Councilwww.wakefield.gov.uk

City of York Councilwww.york.gov.uk

OTHER USEFUL SITES

Careers Advicecareersadvice.direct.gov.uk

Connexions Directwww.connexions-direct.com/

Jobcentre Pluswww.jobcentreplus.gov.uk

Jobs 4Uwww.connexions-direct.com/jobs4u/

National Apprenticeship Servicewww.apprenticeships.org.uk

Need 2 Knowwww.need2know.co.uk

Skillwww.skill.org.uk

Work Experiencewww.work-experience.org


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