LGC Science Apprenticeship event/Open Evening on 16th April

Dear All

LGC are a global leader in the life sciences sector; healthcare, applied markets (including food, agbio and the environment), research and government.  Please click on the link below if you would like more information about this event.  It will take you to the INDEED website for more information, should you wish to attend...

https://www.indeed.co.uk/Science-jobs-in-Ely?vjk=43758e996c0942d4

HM Prison and Probation Service Opportunities

Operational Support Staff HMP Littlehey, Cambridgeshire, HMP Stocken, Oakham and HMP Erlestoke, Wiltshire Up to £18,726 (includes additional allowance and unsocial hours) + excellent benefits Keeping a prison running smoothly and safely takes many things. Good judgement, common sense and responsibility to name a few. Above all, though, it takes teamwork. And as part of our Operational Support team, you’ll be right at the heart of it. We’re currently looking for individuals to join us in prisons across the UK. Working in a busy, professional environment, and operating on a shift-pattern that will include some night work, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the establishment. Unlike our prison officers, you’ll have relatively limited contact with prisoners themselves. Instead, your role we see you involved in everything from patrol and gate duties to managing deliveries, supervising visitors, monitoring phone calls and CCTV. In return, you’ll receive a good salary, Civil Service pension, season ticket loan and many other benefits. So, if you're looking for an opportunity to be part of a friendly team that has a big influence on the day to day operation of a prison, click ‘Apply’ now.

Virtual Careers Fair, 28/3, with many big name companies to engage with

We are so excited to be back with our Virtual Careers Fair. This is your opportunity to experience the unexpected and discover how a career in chartered accountancy could be more than you’d imagined. You’ll be able to hear more about where a career in chartered accountancy can take you, attend live employability skills sessions and even live chat with employers, all at the click of a button. There will also be a chance to win some great prizes! What’s happening? Our virtual careers fair is set up just like a normal careers fair, except everything is at your fingertips. You’ll find a virtual exhibition hall, employer stands and a main auditorium that will be showing a variety of presentations. You’ll have the chance to interact with various employers such as BDO LLP, EY, Mazars UK, National Audit Office, RSM UK, PWC, KPMG and Grant Thornton. You’ll be able to enter into live chats, participate in Q&As and listen to graduate trainees share their stories on the live day. You’ll even be able to pick up a brochure and head straight to the employers' websites to apply whenever you like. Don’t miss out as this is your opportunity to ask your burning questions from the comfort of your own home! Register now and explore the on demand environment. Take the chance to get ready to ask your questions on the live day, 28 March, and to experience the unexpected. Look forward to seeing you there! CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER The ICAEW Student Recruitment Team

Vodaphone Apprenticeship Opportunities

View this email in your browser Want to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence to become a successful Digital professional? Then our exciting range of apprenticeship programmes at Vodafone will set you well on your way.   Designed to help you shine and take control of your future, you’ll not only be earning a wage, you’ll be gaining invaluable, real-world experience while you study too… with many moments to be proud of along the way.   An exciting choice We specialise in both Technology and Business & Digital Apprenticeships (ranging from 12-48 months), each covering a variety of specialisms for you to choose from, including Data Analyst, Software Developer, Network Engineer, Digital & Technology Solutions, Sales, Business Administration and many more. With options for those educated to both GCSE and A Level standard (or equivalent), our programmes represent a fantastic opportunity to get your career moving with one of the UK’s most exciting companies.   Why Vodafone? Looking after our employees is just as important to us as looking after our customers. So, in addition to our unwavering commitment to helping you be the best you can be, you can look forward to rewards that extend beyond the competitive pay scale. You’ll enjoy a package of benefits that include a generous holiday allowance and discounts on your shopping as well as Vodafone products. We're committed to recruiting the best people, whatever their background. So, if you have a disability, learning difficulty, medical condition or any other individual need, we'd be happy to talk to you about making reasonable adjustments to our application and selection process that will enable you to be your best.   Make this the first moment to be proud of with Vodafone Apprenticeships – apply for your place today. We can’t wait to speak with you.   Apply now! Copyright © 2019 Careermap Limited, All rights reserved. tele marketing/ past applicants Our mailing address is: Careermap Limited London, United Kingdom Suite LP21712, 145-157 ST John Street London, EC1V4PW United Kingdom Add us to your address book Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences or unsubscribe from this list.

Long Road Sixth Form College Opens its doors!

We are delighted to welcome a broad range of exhibitors to our college today for our
Annual Careers Progression Event.   In the Student Centre between 10.30 and 1.30, we have employers, professional bodies, Apprenticeships, FE colleges and HE Providers, and our hope is that all students should be able to find someone relevant to talk to, even if it is to simply confirm their ideas about how they want to progress when they leave the college.

Do come along and speak to our exhibitors.  No question is too trivial, and many of their answers may shape the rest of your future.

HM Prison & Probation Service Opportunities

Operational Support Staff Nationwide Starting salary between £18,726 and £19,626 (includes additional allowance and unsocial hours) + excellent benefits Keeping a prison running smoothly and safely takes many things. Good judgement, common sense and responsibility to name a few. Above all, though, it takes teamwork. And as part of our Operational Support team you’ll be right at the heart of it. We’re currently looking for individuals to join us in prisons across the UK. Working in a busy, professional environment, and operating on a shift-pattern that will include some night work, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the establishment. Unlike our prison officers, you’ll have relatively limited contact with prisoners themselves. Instead your role we see you involved in everything from patrol and gate duties to managing deliveries, supervising visitors, monitoring phone calls and CCTV. In return you’ll receive a good salary, Civil Service pension, season ticket loan and many other benefits. So, if you're looking for an opportunity to be part of a friendly team that has a big influence on the day to day operation of a prison, click ‘Apply’ now.

First Intuition - Free 2 day Accountancy Academy Course in the summer

Dear Students

 

First Intuition (based in Cambridge) have a free two-day Accountancy Academy which aims to help year 11-13 students understand what an accountant does and what the career options are in this field. The dates for this year are the 10^th and 11^th of July.

 

Please see attached leaflet covering the basic details. We’d really love to see you there. The rough agenda will cover:

 

• Introduction to accountancy
• Understanding various roles within finance and what the role of an accountant is within the working world
• Routes to qualification including apprenticeships
• Interview skills
• CV surgery
• How to apply for roles in finance including writing cover letters
• Communication and office skills
• Practical exercises with an external business leader setting a task for students to work on in groups and present.

 

 

Please do let me know if you’d like more information. Any interested students can book directly with me or by using the following link: https://zq345-773607.pages.infusionsoft.net

 

Thanks and best regards,

 

 

Chelsey Madgwick

Marketing Executive

 

AAT Award for Large Training Provider of the Year 2018

AAT Award for Best use of E-Learning 2017

PQ Magazine College of the Year 2010, 2012, 2014, 2016

 

Did you know that AAT, ACCA, CIMA and ICAEW can now be funded under an Apprenticeship? Contact cambridgeapprenticeships@fi.co.uk for more information.

 

First Intuition

35 Hills Road

Cambridge

CB2 1NT

 

01223 360405

BT Apprenticeship Opportunities

Starting your career with BT comes with serious bragging rights. Not only will you have loads of opportunities to learn and develop, you'll be working for one of the UK's biggest brands.     As an apprentice, you'll learn all about BT’s products and services so you can help customers choose packages that are right for them. You'll also find solutions for customers when things haven't gone according to plan. You'll learn to use your judgement and make the right calls for both customers and BT, and when you've made a promise, you'll always stick to your word. Customer service is a top priority and so we're looking for people who can build personal connections with customers. Whether that means filling pauses by chatting about sports teams or simply letting them know you understand their problem and you'll do your very best to help. It makes a big difference to customers. So, if you're gifted in the art of conversation, you'll fit right in.       A generous starting salary of £15,562 increasing to £18,000 (+bonus ranging from 5-30%) 22 days' paid annual leave plus bank holidays A recognised qualification Free BT Broadband and discounts on BT products such as BT Mobile and BT TV Discounted gym memberships, cinema tickets, theme parks and retail vouchers Opportunity to buy extra holiday A contributory pension scheme and sharesave scheme Sound good? Then, what are you waiting for? Be smart and hit the apply button today.

Turners Transport - job opportunity

Purchase Ledger Administrator

 

The Turners Group of Companies, originally founded in 1930, is one of the largest privately owned transport companies in the UK.  With a turnover of £375m, a fleet of over 1,750 vehicles based across 35 locations throughout the UK and employing over 3,250 people.  Based at our head office, near Newmarket, our Finance team are currently seeking a:

 

Purchase Ledger Administrator: Full Time.

Our Purchase Ledger department deals with all the supplier invoices for all depots across the UK.  Duties are varied and all applicants should be able to work under pressure, be hardworking, conscientious, an effective communicator and be able to work as part of the team.  No prior experience is necessary, though beneficial, as full training will be provided.

 

If you are interested in applying for the above role, then please send in your current CV, which should include full details of experience, current salary, notice periods and contact numbers to: Turners (Soham) Ltd, Fordham Road, Newmarket, Suffolk CB8 7NR or e-mail: Recruitment@Turners-distribution.com.

PLEASE NOTE, TURNERS WILL HAVE A STAND AT OUR PROGRESSION EVENT IN THE STUDENT CENTRE ON 21/3/19

SKYDIVING opportunity with East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH)

An exciting opportunity East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH) is coming up in August which I am sure students will be interested in taking part in.

 

On 1st August 2019 EACH will be celebrating the 30th Anniversary of Milton Hospice, marking its opening in 1989!

To celebrate we are looking for 30 fearless individuals to take part in our Team EACH Skydive on 3rd August 2019 at Sibson Airfield in Peterborough. This is a fantastic opportunity to face your fears and celebrate the work of our hospices over the last 30 years.

When individuals sign up. They will be asked to pay a £50 deposit, we then have two options: 

• Charity Funded: Suggested fundraising target of £350 (this will cover the £165 fee for UK parachuting).
• Self-funded: A final payment of £165 on the day paid by the participant, then simply raise as much as you can before the event!

 

All skydivers will receive a fundraising pack from the EACH fundraising team, providing advice and tips to support all of your fundraising activities! The team will also be available to answer any questions you may have running up to the event.

Anyone who would like to sign up will need to follow this link: http://www.skydivesibson.co.uk/charity_event/east-anglias-childrens-hospices-each/

 

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the fundraising team on 01223 204916 or cambs@each.org.uk, we look forward to hearing for you!

Grant Thornton Open Day, 10/4/19

Our Cambridge office is hosting an Insights Day for local sixth-form students who are interested in careers in accounting and professional services. This event shall be held during the Easter holidays on Wednesday 10^th April 2019. Further event details can be found on our flyer below.

 

We would very much appreciate your help by sharing the information below to your students. This contains a link for students to register their interest. Given that we do have limited numbers available, students who sign up shall then be selected by us at random to attend and will receive an email to inform them if their application has been successful, prior to the event.

 

Please do not hesitate to contact me or our recruitment liaison Fay at fay.c.bartlett@uk.gt.com, if you have any queries and hope to see some of your students next month.

 

Want to find out if a career in accountancy and professional services is for you?

Then why not visit our Cambridge office… … and hear about our opportunities, speak to our current trainees, and grab a slice of the action (pizza!)   Date Wednesday 10 April 2019 Times 09:30 – 15:30 Location 101 Cambridge Science Park Milton Road Cambridge  CB4 0FY   What to expect The day will be a mix of informal networking with business leaders, talks around our services, a panel of our trainees where you can ask loads of questions, and even an insiders’ tips about our recruitment process. We hope you’ll leave the event fully clued up about what to expect for a career in accountancy and professional services. Lunch will be provided so please let us know If you have any dietary requirements in advance of the event! Please register your interest in the event to https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=PyUjt4Fy3Eq8HPye82dNeI5vsRq7zSFLh6cajAO-vnVUN1BYNlZGWE5OQjRVVEdUVE0yNkJaM1RGTi4u   We will have a limited number of places available and will let you know if you have successfully secured a place on the insight day   If you have any questions ahead of the day, please do not hesitate to contact your careers team or myself. We look forward to seeing you in our office soon.