Mark Fox
Careers Hub Facilitator
Free Careers Resources September 2020.docxNorth East Ambition- Virtual Work Experience
North East Local Enterprise Partnership
Top website choices for young people
FOR THE YOUNG PERSON
These websites are mainly for students in school or college, or those who may be studying elsewhere. They are designed to help young people navigate the world of education, training and career choices. Some sites require free registration for access to all functions.
Large selection of careers videos and broad range of articles including a fun personality test
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
Job profiles, skills health check, and help to get a job. Sign up for an account
All-inclusive career planning tool. Can upgrade with payment. Includes teachers’ area.
https://www.bbc.com/bitesize/clips/zdqr87h
Careers information on BBC Bitesize. Includes series of videos on relevant career/life topics
Wide range of resources including school leaver schemes and sponsored degrees; mainly Y11+
Explore career zones, top employers and jobs, courses and advice
https://www.firstcareers.co.uk/
General careers information including subject links and videos
A comprehensive information site on sectors, pathways and LMI
Information about courses, apprenticeships, finding a job and an ‘easy CV’ tool
https://careermap.co.uk/careermag-students
Free subscription magazine as part of a wider careers website for young people
https://mywayin.campaign.gov.uk/
Individuals sharing stories and advice on video about what it’s like to be in work
Register for an account and start your own career journey
www.allaboutschoolleavers.co.uk
Register for an account and find information on options, industries and job-seeking
The website for 11-19 year olds interested in all areas of STEM
Interactive site drilling down from labour market sectors to labour market information
Careers information for graduates/postgraduates and those researching HE opportunities
https://www.discoveruni.gov.uk/
The new website to replace Unistats: compare courses and check student satisfaction
Interactive ‘A Level Explorer’ on the Uniguide website
https://www.ucas.com/ucas/after-gcses/find-career-ideas/explore-jobs
Link job families-subjects-skills to find out how HE studies links to individual jobs and sectors
https://www.thestudentroom.co.uk/
“The largest student community in the world”
https://www.unitasterdays.com/
A directory of university events including open days, lectures and tours
GENERAL SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE
More than just careers information for young people – health, wellbeing and support
https://www.youthemployment.org.uk/
Support site for young people including employability toolkit and advice to join LinkedIn
https://www.princes-trust.org.uk/help-for-young-people
Resources to help young people start a business, write a CV or build confidence
https://wearencs.com/what-is-ncs
If you are 16 or 17 years old check out the National Citizen Service
COULD GO TO UNIVERSITY BUT MIGHT NOT WANT TO…?
https://www.notgoingtouni.co.uk/
The website that looks at alternatives to university
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/higher-and-degree-apprenticeship-vacancies
A list of current and future higher level apprenticeship vacancies
North East LEP provide the economic voice for the region, seeking further investment into key sectors and increasing job opportunities for all.
The subjects to study for this sector would be:
Science
Geography
Mathematics
North East LEP's top tip is:
Gain practical work experience where possible.
North East LEP says the most useful skills are:
Good interpersonal skills
Willingness to explore new ways of working
Open minded to innovation
Positive 'can do' attitude.
North East LEP recommends you to-
Think about what you purchase and whether it can be recycled.
Take pride in where you live especially our beaches and countryside.
Support others to do the same.