Careers & Further education
Welcome to the careers and further education section of the website.
Here you will find information and links in relation to careers at Barnwood Park:
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The Careers Lead contact details.
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Our career and education summary.
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Compass+ Report - See where we are in line with The Gatsby Benchmarks.
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Careers-related activities and events students of all years have taken part in.
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Information about post-16 activities:
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Links to sixth form and college destinations.
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Apprenticeship information for students and parents/carers.
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Early in career information.
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Events and further information from colleges and employers and more.
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Year 10 work experience – dates, deadlines, paperwork and tips.
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'How to become' guides.
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Links to useful resources – creating a CV, personal statements, interview tips and more...
Regular information about careers events, live jobs, apprenticeships and open days are also regularly sent out to Year 9 to 11 students and their parents/carers.
Click here to view our Careers Education Summary.
Careers Lead – Miss C Dallimore.
Please contact our Careers Lead with any questions you have in relation to careers and post-16 activities via email, careers@barnwoodpark.co.uk or phone 01452 530389.
Post-16
Links to sixth form and college destinations (Barnwood Park Leavers):
Links to Sixth Form and College destinations
Post-16 Opportunities and Information
Useful websites
Apprenticeships with the British Army
"The Army can offer adventure and opportunity to people who want to do something different through a range of amazing apprenticeships.
When you join the Army, you’ll not only learn how to be a world-class soldier or officer, but you’ll continue to develop skills and earn qualifications while you work.
At the Army Foundation College (AFC) in Harrogate, the Army support 16 and 17 year olds in learning military skills, fitness and education (including English and Maths) so that they’re ready for an apprenticeship and successful career in whichever part of the Army suits them best – all whilst earning a good wage and making friends for life.
Once you’ve finished the course at AFC Harrogate, you’ll move onto your trade training which is where you will learn more about your specific trade. Once you have completed both elements of training, you will be ready to join your unit, as a soldier in the British Army."
Click here for more information.
Fly2Help
"Whether you are considering a career as a Pilot, Engineer, Air Traffic Controller, Airside Operations or Aviation Management, the opportunities are vast.
We are here to help you navigate your way through to your future career pathway.
You can join one of our career taster events, get involved in a week long programme or invite our travelling airport to your school or college!
Come and meet us online or in person. There are lots of ways to get involved with our Aim High programmes, so contact us today for more information."
Kim Lewington (Programme Manager) at Fly2Help has shared a video of Kirsty Murphy, current Blades Aerobatics Team display pilot. She is ex RAF and Tornado pilot and the first female Red Arrows pilot. She’s also a DfT Ambassador and a truly motivational lady. Click here to watch.
TBS Engineering Apprentiships
"Based in Gloucester Business Park TBS provides hands on specialist training, one-to-one mentoring and a chance to explore and experience all areas of the business. TBS are incredibly proud of their Apprenticeship programme and their team of talented individuals it’s produced."
TBS have a range of Technical and Commercial Apprenticeships available at their Gloucester headquarters.
For more information and how to apply, visit - http://www.tbseng.co.uk/apprenticeships
RAF
Click here to watch webinar recordings.
"We currently more than 20 roles to choose from that come with RAF apprenticeships rated Outstanding by Ofsted. They are available in a broad and diverse range of professions including aviation operations, engineering, hospitality & catering and IT."
Click here for more information.
Remit Training
A leading, national Apprenticeships provider. We’ve worked with over 7000 employers – from big brands that everyone knows like Coca-Cola, The Body Shop, Nandos and Travelodge to name a few, through to local and regional companies, all across the country and we’ve helped over 40,000 apprentices find a career.
We offer over 50 different apprenticeships, designed to support your progressing needs and career goals. Apprenticeships can be studied at a level to suit you, from Level 2 (equivalent to GCSEs) and all the way up to university-level. Click here to apply!
Skyborne
WE’RE NOT JUST AN AIRLINE ACADEMY; WE’RE A MOVEMENT AND WANT YOU TO BE PART OF IT!
In the ever-changing world of pilot training, standing still is not an option. Underpinning our pioneering spirit is an innate desire to continuously evolve. Our innovative approach challenges the norms of standard training, and as a result we deliver excellence to trainees and customer airlines alike.
At Skyborne, you’ll be actively contributing to the evolution of pilot training in each and every department. We believe in the power of innovation, and we’re seeking dynamic individuals who share our vision.
Find several videos on the personal experience into studying and training to be a pilot. For ‘Women of Aviation Week’ they have captured three women who talk about their experience and roles within the aviation industry. Click here for the videos.
?The Civil Nuclear Constabulary
The Civil Nuclear Constabulary (CNC) is a unique armed police force, trained to College of Policing standards. Our core focus is the security of the nation’s licenced civil nuclear sites and civil nuclear material in transit in England and Scotland. Failure to deliver this is simply not an option.
As sworn police officers we are proud to be part of the wider policing family and have a duty to protect the public, both through our core role; helping to patrol the communities who live near our sites; and as a key part of the UK’s strategic armed policing reserve.
People are at the heart of the CNC. With a culture where we strive to bring out the best in each other and the wider team, we can fulfil our mission of protecting the civil nuclear sector and the UK public.
Click here for more information.
'How to become' Guides
Click the links below for more information.
- How to become a GP
- How to become an A&E Nurse in the UK
- How to become a Fertility Clinician
- How to become an Accountant
- How to become an Intellectual Property Analyst
- How to become a Criminal Solicitor
- How to become a Family Lawyer
- How to become an HGV Driver
- How to become a Stonemason
- How to become a Scaffolder
- How to become a Construction Manager