Opportunities

What do employers think of your CV?

Resources that look at common myths related to your CV and discussions about what employers really think.

Xello – Careers Platform – Cost Involved

Xello offers a whole school approach to careers planning and planning for their future. it is powered by Cascaid which is an established careers company. They are happy to provide tours and give you information on how to make the best use of the site.

Advanced Mathematics Support Programme – Free Information for Schools and Colleges (Ongoing)

The Advanced Mathematics Support Programme is funded by the Department of Education (DfE) and started in May 2018. There are three downloadable .pdfs which include information about the AMSP and how they can support with GCSE and A-Level Maths courses!

Huzzle – 1# for UK Graduate Jobs, Schemes and Internships

Huzzle is an early careers network connecting students, student organisations and companies. You could say it's like Indeed, but rebuilt for Students. We collect over 4,000 entry level graduate jobs, internships & events from employers across the UK, and only match you to relevant opportunities based on your career preferences.

upReach – Free Resource for post 18 students (Ongoing)

upReach works to create conditions for undergraduates from less-advantaged backgrounds to access and sustain top graduate jobs. They're offering free support worth up to £2,700 including personalised careers coaching, exclusive internship, networking and job application support!

Free Resources from CEC Designed for Schools, Special Schools, Colleges and ITPs (Ongoing)

The Digital Hub is a shared workspace for a range of complementary activities, designed to support communication and continuing professional development from the CEC. There are resources for Careers Leaders, Governors, Teachers and other educational professionals.

FREE STEM Resources Secondary School (Ongoing)

STEM Learning resources house a comprehensive collection of over 14,000 freely available, quality-assured digital STEM education resources to help educators inspire young people about STEM. There are resources specifically designed for secondary education.

Free Resources – Higher Horizons (Resources and Opportunities) (Ongoing)

Higher Horizons are funded by the government to help young people make informed choices about university and college. There are links to information about university information for pupils and teachers as well as resources including opportunities to 'Ask a Question'.

Tax Facts – Free Education resources from HMRC Primary & Secondary (Ongoing)

‘Tax Facts’ is an education programme from HM Revenue and Customs that can help teachers deliver lessons on how the UK tax system works.

Free Resources – Aspire – Your essential guide to FE, university and careers Post 16 Pupils (Ongoing)

Aspire is a collection of free careers, university and further education resources designed to give students the tools and knowledge they need to make more informed decisions about their future. Resources include: a 64-page guide about career pathways, free-to-attend webinars, teacher toolkits and newsletters.

Why Maths? Application of Maths Resources Videos (4mins Long) FREE (Ongoing)

Perfect for Years 9-11, WHY Maths shares a set of seven short videos, all under four minutes, featuring over 30 talented young people discussing their experiences of studying Post 16 maths.

Engineering UK – Free STEM resources Primary & Secondary (Ongoing)

Free engineering resources including: a set of 4 inspiring green engineering posters, a poster highlighting 100 jobs in STEM, 10 great reasons to become a scientist and engineer... and many more!