NHS Virtual Work Experience Programme

There is an NHS Virtual Work Experience Programme commencing on Sunday 2nd October. Students considering a career in the Allied Health Professions (AHP) are encouraged to secure their place on the programme as soon as possible. This will allow you to complete several sessions of work experience before the UCAS deadline for NHS Health Careers in January. https://alliedhealthmentor.org/product/live-virtual-work-experience-programme/ Once registered, students will be emailed links to their virtual work experience portals. Students are awarded a Work Experience Certificate for every session they complete. Those who complete the full 5 month programme will be awarded a Highly Commended Reference from the Presidents of Allied Healthcare Mentor. These are fantastic additions to your CVs and UCAS applications! This programme is suitable for students in years S3 – S6 who are interested in the following careers: – Nursing – Midwifery – Paramedicine – Physiotherapy – Occupational Therapy – Dietetics – Radiography – Prosthetics and Orthotics – Speech and Language Therapy – Pharmacy During the work experience day, students will follow 2 patients from their initial presentation to recovery. They will gain a unique insight into how patients interact with a variety of healthcare professionals and what it’s like to work in an NHS multidisciplinary team. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with healthcare professionals throughout each day. This will empower students to make an informed career decision and demonstrate their commitment to healthcare in their UCAS applications. Students can register individually at any time throughout the 5-month programme using the link below. We recommend booking early to gain as much out of this programme as possible. Places are £10 a session to cover administrative and technological costs. https://alliedhealthmentor.org/product/live-virtual-work-experience-programme/

Barclays Glasgow Campus – Apprenticeship Opportunities 2023

Barclays Glasgow Campus – Apprenticeship Opportunities 2023 Tuesday 27th September 2022 (18:00 – 20:00) A great opportunity to attend the Barclays Glasgow Campus for their Early Careers Event, where you’ll get to experience life at Barclays and an exclusive view of the current Apprentice job opportunities. Hear from their business leaders, existing colleagues and graduates about their experience of working at Barclays. Gain insight into the Diversity networks, culture and working environment. Find out more about current open vacancies and Apprenticeship vacancies. An opportunity to network with the award-winning Barclays diversity networks including Reach, WIN, WiT, Embrace and Spectrum. Have your questions answered on anything from how to apply to the way the Glasgow campus has adopted a hybrid working model. Register Spaces are limited so please register your attendance as soon as possible, using the link below: https://BarclaysApprenticeship2023.eventbrite.co.uk

Geography – Global Commons Webinar

On Wednesday 21st September, The University of Glasgow will host two online webinar sessions on Geography – Global Commons alongside The University of Sheffield and our partners, Channel Talent. The sessions directly support students’ current studies by giving an insight into particular curriculum areas whilst affording an understanding of how these subjects continue beyond Highers, A-levels, T-levels, IB, BTEC and equivalent qualifications, and how they vary between universities. The events will run from 16.15-17.15. Individual pupils can register here.

Modern Apprentice Customer Service Administrator

Speedy Freight Glasgow have an exciting opportunity for a Modern Apprentice Customer Service Administrator to provide essential support within our busy transport office. Speedy Freight are a same day courier based in Thornliebank, Glasgow and will move shortly to their new office at Greenlaw, Newton Mearns. The ideal candidate should be someone who is committed and dedicated to working hard in a busy office environment.  You will be trained on the job and gain experience to help you further develop your learning whilst working towards an SVQ 3 Business and Administration SCQF level 6 More details on how to apply for this role can be found here:

NHS GGC Get Ready for Medicine Events – October 2022

NHS Greater Glasgow & Clyde are hosting two events to give an insight into different aspects of a medical career and pathways into medicine 4th October: Evening lecture event (Online) 7th October: Half day work experience/workshops (in person) Please view the documents below for more information and how to book onto the sessions Get Ready for Medicine Evening Lecture 4th Oct Flyer FV Get Ready for Medicine Oct Workshop Flyer  

Junior Hairdressing Position

The Spa at the Avenue are looking to recruit a junior hairdresser to work on a Wednesday each week.  The role will involve a variety of duties from washing clients hair, providing refreshments and greeting clients when they enter the salon It is an ideal position for anyone who has an interest in hairdressing and who enjoys working with the public If you are interested, please contact the salon owner Paul on 0141 616 4000 Home – The Spa at the Avenue – Spa & Beauty Treatments in Newton Mearns, Glasgow

Civil Engineering – Graduate Apprenticeship

This is an exciting opportunity to join UWS’ BEng (Hons) Civil Engineering Graduate Apprenticeship programme starting in September 2022. During the 4 year programme, you will be employed by George Leslie Ltd., a civil engineering contractor based in Barrhead. George Leslie Ltd operate across Scotland in a variety of sectors including marine, railways, roads and bridges, and renewables. Alongside developing your professional practice in the workplace, you will study at UWS’ Paisley campus approx. one day per week gaining knowledge in core Civil Engineering subjects including structural design, geotechnical engineering, water engineering, materials and hydraulics. You will also learn how to apply the latest digital technologies in construction. You must have achieved a minimum of 4 SQA Highers at BBBC, including Maths and one Science subject. An appropriate Foundation Apprenticeship will also be considered towards meeting entry requirements. If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, and you meet the above entry requirements, please submit your CV to Careers@georgeleslie.co.uk.