Opportunities

Cloud Appreciation (BM4) PDF Lesson Plans (Geography)

This module of six downloadable lesson plans and resources is aimed at educators who want to teach students about the sky. The content is designed to work both for Primary (5-10 years) and Secondary (11-17 years) age groups. We have consciously incorporated mindfulness aspects to these lessons alongside the STEAM content.

Amazing Apprenticeships – Careers Podcast – Army Careers

Info on apprenticeships from the nation's number 1 apprenticeship employer - The British Army. Hear from Apprenticeships Programme Lead Colonel Craig Terblanche, parents and apprentices. This is episode 5 of a series, you can listen any time to this and all previous episodes.

LMI for Parents & Guardians from LMI for All

Children and adolescents will rely upon their parents and guardians for information about jobs, careers, and study options. Accordingly, it is important that parents and guardians have access to readily interpretable information about the labour market.

Institute for Apprenticeships & Technical Education (IfATE) – Occupational Maps

The occupational maps are simply a way of showing the relationships that exist between education, qualifications, apprenticeships and occupations in England. We call them maps because they help people to find their way through the careers and training landscape more easily.

Carse and Waterman – Empowering Stoke’s Young Creatives

In the ever-evolving realm of animation, having the right teaching materials is crucial. Whether you're an educator, a student, or a passionate animation enthusiast, these resources will help you master the art and science of animation. We've curated a list of fantastic teaching materials, including renowned programs like the "Science of Pixar" and "Khan Academy Pixar in a Box," along with two valuable websites, "Into Film" and "ScreenSkills," that are packed with educational treasures. Plus, we'll delve into our particular interest in nurturing young talent in Stoke and introduce you to the Framescape website, your gateway to Stoke-specific animation and game development resources.

Discover Creative Careers – Free Careers Information & Resources

Get involved with Creative Careers Week, 13-17 November. Discover Creative Careers exists to inform and inspire young people about careers in the creative industries. It aims to showcase creative careers unknown to many and to explain what skills and qualifications they need to succeed in those careers when they leave school.

Pfizer Breakthrough Science Programme – 4 Science Topics

The free teacher resources and lesson plans have been designed for students aged 11-16 years and cover four key science topics from the science curriculum. Applicable across specifications, but based on the AQA GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy (8464) Specification, each topic showcases real life examples of science inspired by core curriculum units such as Acids and Bases, Infection and Response, and Chemical Analysis. Clear curriculum and careers learning objectives have been defined by the science teachers that helped create the lessons.

BTEC Subject Printable Posters & Subject Quiz Links

BTEC works for students BTECs cover the skills, knowledge and behaviours of different career sectors, with a focus on real-life application. View all the BTEC subjects or take our 3-minute quiz to uncover your strengths and get information based on your inspirations and aspirations. TAKE OUR BTEC QUIZ VIEW ALL THE BTEC SUBJECTS

upReach Programmes – Opportunity for 6th Form & FE Students to Access

Eligibility Criteria Applies upReach helps disadvantaged students from across the UK realise their potential by investing in pioneering technology to facilitate, deliver and evaluate highly personalised programmes of support. Through successful partnerships with top employers and universities, we offer students access to a comprehensive range of opportunities and activities to broaden their horizons, understand career pathways and develop the skills, networks and experiences needed for professional success. We also collaborate closely with other charities in our sector to expand the support offered and maximise our joint impact.

World Skills UK Free Information and Resources

We are an independent charity and a partnership between employers, education and governments. We offer free resources, careers advice, information and competitions for young people around the benefits of vocational education and training. Together, we are using international best practice to raise standards in apprenticeships and technical education so more young people and employers succeed.

Discover Creative Careers – There’s a career for everyone in the creative industries.

Discover Creative Careers is a government-funded, industry-led programme working to ensure there is a larger and more diverse intake of talent into the creative industries. It aims to inspire and inform young people aged 11-18 from all backgrounds, through hybrid activities, events and resources. Hybrid activities, events and resources.

Working Options in Education – Free Resources for Careers Education – Ongoing

Working Options in Education is an employability and life skills charity that has been helping young people to aim high and fulfil their potential since 2010. Working Education's Career Pathways programme is delivered free in state schools, colleges and online by industry volunteers and helps students (aged 14-19) to identify and pursue their career options. Through practical help and advice, they build their skills, and become confident to face their future after education, with choices. The programme is designed to benefit all young people, but we prioritise those from the most under-served areas of the country.