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Rose Bridge Academy
Careers Information, Advice and
Guidance 2018-19
for Year 11 Pupils and Parents/Carers
1|PageYear 11: what you need to do now
In Year 11, it is important to plan what you want to do when you leave
Rose Bridge Academy. By law you have to stay in education or training
for 2 more years after year 11. Have a look at the checklist below to
help you plan.
checklist
Find out about colleges by going to open evenings/days (see list of
dates on page 11.
Apply for college/sixth form from October - December, and/or
apprenticeships from January, but many apprenticeship vacancies
become available from April onwards. You will need to check the
vacancy website regularly.
During time at school, you will start to use ‘Start Profile’ to develop a
career plan.
Check your post/email for information about a college interview. Some
college only send emails.
You can get help with your future career planning from Miss Sharples
(Futures director) or Mrs Norburn (Careers Advisor) by visiting the
careers office or a request through a teacher. Mrs Norburn is in the
school careers office on Wednesdays, Fridays and alternating Thursdays.
2|PageGetting more help
If you would like to find out more, the information below
will give you lots of resources and ideas about your
future.
The school CEIAG/Careers website offers information about
apprenticeships, college and sixth form open days and jobs on
http://www.rosebridge.wigan.sch.uk/students/careersandcolleges
The government careers website has lots of careers information/
advice, and is strongly recommended. Make yourself a life-long
account there, whatever your age!
https://nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk/Pages/Home.aspx
Check out https://www.gov.uk/browse/education/find-course, a
Government website.
Use the Careers online resources that we will use in school UCAS
progress. https://www.ucasprogress.com/authentication/logon
The ‘could I’ buzz quiz helps you find out your strengths and may give
you career ideas to suit your strengths. https://icould.com/buzz/
In the autumn term all the local colleges and sixth forms will be holding
open days-see this booklet for dates/times.
To find out more about apprenticeships, this government website has
lots of information and you can search for vacancies.
https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticshiop or for more information on
apprenticeships go to www.theapprenticeshiphub.co.uk
Other websites that you may find useful are shown in the table below.
3|PageProvider Website
Army https://apply.army.mod.uk
Bolton College www.boltoncollege.ac.uk
Carmel College www.carmel.ac.uk
Deanery 6th Form www.deanery.wigan.sch.uk
Myerscough www.myerscough.ac.uk
College
ProCo www.proconw.co.uk
RAF https://www.raf.mod.uk/recruitment/apprenticeshi
ps
Royal Navy www.royalnavy.mod.u
Runshaw College www.runshaw.ac.uk
Salford City www.salfordcc.ac.uk
College
St Helens College www.sthelens.ac.uk
St John Rigby www.sjr.ac.uk
College
Warrington & www.warrington.ac.uk
Vale Royal
College
Waterside https://www.watersidetraining.co.uk/
Training
West Lancs www.westlancs.ac.uk
College
Wigan UTC www.utccolleges.org/utcs/wigan-utc
Academy
Wigan Warriors http://wiganwarriors.com/community-
education/education
Wigan Athletic https://www.wiganathletic.com/community/training
andskills/
Winstanley http://www.winstanley.ac.uk/
College
4|PageWhat are my main options at 16?
A Levels
Apprenticeship/traineeships
Vocational Courses including the Forces
A Levels
AS (Advanced Subsidiary) and A (Advanced) level qualifications focus on
traditional study skills. They take two years to complete full-time and you can
choose from a wide range of academic subjects. A Levels are one of the main
routes into higher education. You usually choose three subjects to study,
sometime four.
Each college and sixth form has different GCSE requirements for entry – see
each prospectus for the specific details.
Apprenticeships/Traineeships
This is a work-based learning programme when you earn a wage, and gain
on-the-job experience whilst learning new skills which lead to nationally
recognised qualifications. Apprenticeships have no set length as the time
taken depends on the ability of the apprentice and the employer’s
requirements. The minimum pay is £3.70 per hour from April 2018, but
many earn more.
Traineeships can help you get onto an apprenticeship if you need to
improved your skills and qualifications.
Most of the apprentice’s time will be in employment as most training takes
5|Pageplace on the job. However, off-the-job training can be completed on day
release or over a number of days in a block; the amount of time depends on
the type of apprenticeship.
Apprenticeships are intermediate, advanced or higher (degree) levels. The
new higher apprenticeships can offer a route into university qualifications
from the advanced apprenticeships.
http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/ is a very useful site for vacancies and
information.
Vocational Qualifications
Vocational courses (e.g. childcare, construction, engineering, hairdressing,
catering, business) offer students a more practical programme equipping
students with skills that relate directly to work. Emphasis is put on
coursework rather than examinations. There are different types of
vocational qualifications and some can lead to university degree courses.
Each college and sixth form has its own entry requirements for each course
and these will be set out in the prospectus.
6|PageQualification Levels
Level Example of qualifications Example of entry
requirements (each
college differs – check
prospectus)
Entry Introductory No formal qualifications.
course Basic skills Entry by interview.
course
Level 1 – BTEC Introductory GCSE grades from 1 - 3
Foundation Diploma City & Guilds and enthusiasm.
NVQ Level 1
Level 2 – BTEC First GCSE’s grades from 3 or
Intermediate Diploma NVQ above
GCSE
Apprenticeship
Level 3 – BTEC National 4 or more GCSE’s at
Advanced Diploma BTEC grade 4 or above. Oh and
Extended Diploma enthusiasm!
NVQ Level 3
A Levels A levels usually demand 5
Advanced Apprenticeship grade 4 and above. Many
college ask for grades at 5 or
6.
Level 4 Higher National A Levels
Diploma Higher Level 3 NVQ or Diploma
National Certificate
NVQ Level 4, Foundation
Degree Professional courses
Higher Apprenticeship
7|PageFAQs Q: How do I apply to college? A: Get application forms from the careers office at school , complete them and return to school. You can also apply online for many via college website. Q: Can I apply to more than one college or sixth form? A: Yes – it’s advisable to apply to a few places with different entry requirements , so you have a back-up plan if you don’t get the grades you need for your first choice. Q: Should I visit colleges? A: Yes because visiting colleges will give you a good idea about whether you think it’s the right choice for you. You will also be able to ask lots of questions and find out more about the courses. Most college have a few open days between October – March, so find out when they are on the colleges website or ask in the school careers office. You should have had the opportunity to visit two colleges in year ten on taster days. Q: When should I apply to college? A: October/November onwards. Q When should I apply for an apprenticeship? A Immediately after the Christmas break in year 11, but many jobs only become available from around April, so keep checking. Q: How can I book a careers interview for unbiased information and guidance? A: See Mrs Norburn in the careers’ office or your form tutor and Miss Jackson can email for an appointment on your behalf. 8|Page
College , Training Provider and Sixth Form Open
Days 2019
Do check websites or telephone the establishment a few days before
the event as times and dates do occasionally change!
Please make sure that Miss Sharples and Mrs Norburn know where you
are applying.
Alliance Learning
Thursday 7th March 4:00 – 8:00
Bolton College
Tuesday 5th February 4.30 – 8.00pm
Bolton 6th Form
Tuesday 29th January 5.30 – 7.30pm
Deanery 6th Form
None listed
Myerscough College
Saturday 9th February 10.00 am – 12.30pm
Saturday 30th March 10.00 – 12.30pm
Runshaw College
Wednesday 27th February 4.00pm – 8.00pm
Salford City College
Eccles 6th Form Centre
Thursday 14th March 5.30 – 7.30pm
Future Skills @ Media City
Tuesday 12th March 5.30 – 8.30pm
9|PagePendleton 6th Form Centre Wednesday 13th March 5:30 – 7.30pm St Helens College None listed St John Rigby College None listed Warrington & Vale Royal College None listed West Lancs College Thursday 31st January 5:00 – 8:00 Thursday 13th June 5:00 8:00 Wigan and Leigh College Monday 29th January Monday 29th April Monday 4th February (Leigh) 4.30 – 7.30pm Wigan Warriors None listed Wigan UTC Academy None listed Winstanley College Wednesday 13th February 6.00 – 8.00pm 10 | P a g e
Application forms
Most colleges and training providers have online application
forms. The information you will need to know is you contact
details (including email address) and estimated grades. You will
also be required to provide information about other skills or
hobbies you have, such as fund-raising, part-time jobs or
voluntary work.
It is recommended that personal statements are sent with application
forms. It strengthens your application and highlights your
achievements. There is help on the school Careers web page.
Use ONE side of A4 paper, 3-5 Paragraphs, a simple font size 12
Please see below an outline of a personal statement which you may
use for guidance.
Interview hints and tips
First Impressions last-greet your interviewer with a smile, firm
handshake and eye contact.
Be prepared
Extra information such as an art and design portfolio if relevant will also
help your application process. Find out information from their website
beforehand.
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eBe confident Listen carefully to the questions and answer properly. Don’t waffle – take your time to gather your thoughts. It’s better to say you need a minute to think about your answer rather than speak instantly and regret it afterwards. Why should you be on the course? All interviewers look for the right person for the course. Be ready to talk about your knowledge, experience, abilities and skills in this subject area. Be positive Your interviewer will be thinking about what it would be like to have you on their course, so won’t want to hear negative comments/ lack of enthusiasm. Interviewers like to see someone who enjoys a challenge and is enthusiastic. Body Language It’s not what you say but how you say it. During the interview don’t slouch, lean back, fold your arms or look down. Sit upright, make eye contact, use your hands and lean forward when making a point. Develop rapport Show energy, a sense of appropriate humour and smile. ☺ Clarify anything you of which you are unsure If you are not certain what is meant by a particular question, say so. Remember your manners - be polite at the interview: this will be noted and remembered. “Please” and “Thank you!” 12 | P a g e
Questions you may be asked at interview
What are your predicted grades?
Take your predicted grades, last school report, estimated
grades, mock exam results or already achieved grades to
your interview. The interviewer will wish to see if you meet
the entry requirements for the course you are applying for.
Why do you want to do this course?
Interviews use this question to see if you have done your homework
and thought about your future. Do you really want to do this course?
What are your strengths?
This is your chance to say what makes you stand out from the next
person.
What work experience have you done?
You may have a part-time job. You may discuss areas of this
experience that you enjoyed and how much you learned. This will
demonstrate to the interviewer that you have a good work ethic.
Describe a problem you have faced and how you solved it.
This is a tough question that is common in interviews.
Interviewers are looking for your critical thinking skills and
to see if you can find solutions.
Tell me about yourself
The interviewer is trying to figure you out professionally. Pick a couple
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eof points about yourself, in relation to what you want to do in the
future. The interviewer will not wish to know which games console you
use and that you hang around with your mates!
Questions YOU may wish to ask at interview
Which enhancement courses are available?
(e.g. volunteering projects, first aid, Duke of Edinburgh)
This tells the interviewer that you are interested in extra courses
within the college/sixth form and want to have the opportunity to
explore different activities.
What is the dress code?
Different colleges and training providers will have
different views on appropriate dress wear. Different
courses may require overalls or uniforms: for example
motor vehicle engineering, hair dressing, catering.
Is there a full induction onto the course and the college?
Inductions onto courses are always important, making sure health and
safety issues are covered to ensure that your time spent at college is
safe and enjoyable.
What can this course lead to?
It is important to know what options are available to you after the
course so you may know your progression route to reach your career
goals.
How am I assessed?
Will there be exams? When are the exams? Is the course
work assessed during the year or assessed at
the end?
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eMay I contact you if I have further questions? It’s always good to end an interview with this question. It keeps the door open for future communication. 15 | P a g e
Money Matters There have been many recent changes in funding for people studying. The latest links we have are below: keep an eye on the national press for updates. http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/14To19/MoneyT oLearn/ExtraHelp/index.htm http://practitioners.studentfinanceengland.co.uk/portal/page?_pageid =133,4210365&_dad=portal&_schema=PORTAL http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/students/student-loans-tuition- fees-changes http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/EducationAndLearning/UniversityAndHig herEducation/StudentFinance/index.htm 16 | P a g e
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