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Everything you need to know about work experience – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Parent’s guide to work experience – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Each 6th<\/sup> form student has a number of employer encounters during Year 12 and 13 ranging from assemblies, alumni visits and  presentations to hospital placements, local primary schools and businesses in addition to their work experience week in July. Please click on the case studies below to read more about how work experience has enabled them to gain first hand encounters of the world of work.<\/p>\n\n\nCase Study 1: Central Teaching Laboratories in the University of Liverpool <\/span>

Here I experienced what it would be like to work as a lab technician. Their role is to assist in practicals and work with scientific equipment to experiment and maintain the laboratories, making sure they are safe and fit for purpose. I was able to experience this while I was doing experiments as we always made sure that everything was clean and when we had finished, we cleaned and put everything away where it belongs.<\/p>\n

I also experienced what it is like to be a university student studying there as we did some of the work that first year students do. An example of this is when we experimented glacial ice flow, as part of the environmental sciences part of work. To do this, you first make silly putty which represents the ice that flows through the valley. During the practical, we used a model of a mountainous range that the university students made. Putting the putty on peaks and seeing how it flows down demonstrates how glaciers act in real life. This was a great opportunity to demonstrate what undergraduates do in order to understand the natural things in the world and how this helps them with their studies. <\/p>\n

My work experience placement allowed me to gain and develop many skills such as communication and problem-solving which I used when working in a group to conduct experiments. I also gained lab skills in safety as we learnt how practicals are carried out in a way that means they are safe, including wearing gloves and goggles when necessary. These are skills I can take with me to university and in my future career.<\/p>\n

I enjoyed my work experience placement a lot and it was very beneficial to me. Above all, I learnt a lot of valuable skills, gained experience in laboratory work and became secure in my knowledge of what university life could be like for me. <\/p>\n

Alice, Year 12
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<\/p>\n\n\nCase Study 2: Observe GP Virtual Platform<\/span>

I completed this online experience because following Covid most hospitals were unable to take students on site due to the risk of further infection and transmission of the virus. As I want to be a Nurse, I had to look for other opportunities.<\/p>\n

Observe GP is an alternative to work experience for any aspiring medics aged 16 and over, who are living in the UK. It is a free interactive video platform providing insights into the role of a GP and the wider primary care team. Even though I want to be a nurse and not a doctor, this was a really good experience because it allowed me to learn more about being part of a multidisciplinary care team. I also saw how each person in the NHS has a specific role and that communication is key in order to keep patients safe and well no matter what your job is.<\/p>\n

The initiative requires students to complete and reflective diary as well which was really useful when I had university interviews. At my interviews they wanted to know that I had an understanding of what a career in nursing entailed. They also wanted to check that I had the right personality, skills and characteristics to become a nurse. Even though I couldn\u2019t get into a hospital the universities were impressed that I was able to reflect on what I\u2019d covered on the course and I could talk about it in detail. I was disappointed that I couldn\u2019t get into a hospital but this was the next best thing during the pandemic because I learned more about the different roles in the NHS than I thought I would. It also helped me because I got all my offers back from my university choices and nursing is really competitive.<\/p>\n

Leyla, Year 13
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<\/p>\n\n\nCase Study 3: Local Pharmacy and virtual BSMS<\/span>

Working in a local pharmacy gave me a good closer look at how the healthcare sector works. I was able to see how the patient records go from the GP to the pharmacy, for example. This is something I\u2019d not considered before. Seeing how much work the pharmacy does other than sell medication and healthcare to patients has given me a much greater understanding of what working in a pharmacy entails. As a community pharmacist the job is not just about making up prescriptions, it\u2019s also about helping patients and the public, assessing their conditions and making decisions about which medicines they should take. I also observed the pharmacist offering patients advice and practical help about keeping healthy. <\/p>\n

In addition to this face to face placement, I also completed the BSMS virtual work experience at the beginning of Year 12. As many hospitals were unable to accommodate student Post Covid, I thought this would be a helpful alternative. This course gave me a closer Insight to how the hospital operates on a day to day basis and I gained more information about the daily life of a doctor. I got to see how the patient and doctor interact; and how reassuring the doctor\u2019s words are to a patient when they are nervous or frightened. It also illustrated to me how important communication is whether you are communicating to another member of staff, a patient or their family. <\/p>\n

Both opportunities have been really helpful to me as they have reinforced my ambition to study medicine at university but being in a workplace and interacting with customers has allowed me to see the skills the pharmacist has in addition to the qualifications they needed.<\/p>\n

Krishna, Year 12<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

<\/p>\n\n\nCase Study 4: Teaching Assistant (PE)<\/span>

I have already got experience volunteering in a primary school but I wanted to extend this further by working in a high school. I want to be a PE teacher when I leave school so I was really happy to be able to support the PE department for my placement this summer.<\/p>\n

I already help out with after school clubs and activities but working as a teaching assistant with younger pupils has given me a better idea of the demands of the job. I have seen the work that goes into planning and delivering lessons and also with it being a practical subject how lessons have to be risk assessed to keep the students safe.<\/p>\n

During my work experience I have set up lessons with equipment, helped to store equipment safely and seen how the teachers instruct and support students to achieve the lesson objective. Doing my work experience in school has made me more determined to be a PE teacher and it\u2019s given me some of the skills I will need to do this such as communication, patience and being able to plan activities safely.<\/p>\n

Lillie May, Yr 12
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Breakdown of Sectors: 2021-22<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Sectors experienced by placement students in the 2021-22 Academic Year<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Virtual Work Experience <\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n

With modern technology and remote working increasingly normalised, many job roles are no longer restricted by geography. Virtual work experience allows students to connect with employers anywhere in the country or even elsewhere in the world, all from the comfort of their home. Virtual work experience also allows students to develop skills which are highly in demand. They will learn about motivation, time management and staying on task without a supervisor physically present. They will also be able to practise communicating effectively at a distance through mediums such as emails and video calls  – all of these skills will look great on their CV, apprenticeship or university application when it\u2019s time to apply.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UCAS is collaborating with Springpod to offer students free access to their Subject Spotlights and Virtual Work Experiences. From university course tasters to work experience, Springpod’s programmes enable young people to explore, interact and learn about university and the world of work before they apply. Increased accessibility and lower cost are just two advantages of virtual work experience. It may vary from sector to sector and company to company; however virtual placements offer students an opportunity to learn more about a career before applying to college or university. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As this collaboration is between UCAS and SpringPod, students may need to register with SpringPod (it’s free) when beginning a virtual course. Some of the experiences currently on offer include providers such as: Amazon, the NHS, JLR, Allianz, the Met office, Siemens and More Kingston Smith to name but a few. The get started, or to find out more, click here: <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Search | Virtual work experiences | UCAS<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve sourced these virtual work experience opportunities for you so that you can obtain up to date information shared by a variety of professionals from a range of career sectors. Whether it\u2019s the health care sector you\u2019re interested in, or maybe you see yourself as the next Anna Wintour \u2013 the sessions below have been put together by professionals who want to help you to succeed. There\u2019s interviews with doctors, the RAF and Army, sports coaches and photographers to name but a few.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re still undecided, then why not check out the Virtual Careers Fayres listed at the bottom of the page for further information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medicine  \/ Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Radiography: Radiology – virtual work experience session – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Occupational Therapy Occupational Therapy – virtual work experience session – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both sessions, delivered by Birmingham Women and Children\u2019s NHS Trust, are 30 minutes long<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Medic Mind work experience sessions can be found here: Medic Mind Webinar Series #003 Live Virtual Work Experience | MM Y12 Webinar Series – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet medical practitioners, learn about a day in the life of\u2026., exploring clinical skills and comparing the differences between each year in university.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Medic Live: LIVE Work Experience Workshop – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A Day In the life of a Physiotherapist I Wanna Be a Physiotherapist \u00b7 A Day In The Life Of A Physiotherapist – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to become a surgeon in the UK How to become a Surgeon in the UK – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Medical and Dental Virtual Medical & Dental Work Experience 2021 – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Police<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Online Police Recruitment process explained: The 2021 NEW Online Police recruitment process explained on Vimeo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Police Careers on Vimeo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out www.talkingblues.co.uk<\/a> for further info<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CSI  – How to Become a Scenes of Crime Officer on Vimeo<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Law<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Careers in Corporate Law Careers In Corporate Law – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sports<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sports Coaching Careers Talks live episode 2 – How to get in to Recruitment – Max Pembleton (Link 3 Recruitment) – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Tourism<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Travel and Tourism Careers Talks Live Episode 7 – Travel Careers – Leia Morales (The Travel Counsellor) – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finance and marketing<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Nottingham Building Society Careers Talks Live Episode 15 – (Emma Young – Nottingham Building Society) – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Finance<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Careers Talks Live Episode 1 – Michael Baxter (Virtual work experience in Finance) – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marketing Careers Talks Live Episode 9 – Marketing Careers (Suzanne Bowery -Nottingham Building Society) – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

HR Careers Talks Live Episode 18 – (Helen Wright – Trent Bridge – How to get in to HR) – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recruitment<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Careers Talks live episode 2 – How to get in to Recruitment – Max Pembleton (Link 3 Recruitment) – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Armed forces<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

RAF Careers Talks Live Episode 16 – (Kayleigh Stevenson – RAF) – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Army  Careers Talks Live Episode 21 – Julie Booton – (British Army) Careers in the Army – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creative careers<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Photography  Careers Talks Live Episode 11 – Careers in Photography (Hayley Masom – Captcha Photography) – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

HOW TO GET A JOB IN FASHION – Bing video<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Journalism<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

 Start WORKING for THE BBC as a FREELANCE JOURNALIST – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BBC Journalism Trainee Scheme: Become a news journalist at the BBC – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

An interview with Teen Vogue\u2019s Editor in Chief Teen Vogue’s Editor-In-Chief Explains Her Career Path, from First Job to Current | Teen Vogue – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtual Careers Fayre organised by a college in the UK<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Itchen College – Virtual Careers Event – YouTube<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Upcoming events:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Virtual Job Fairs 2021 (lbwfadultlearning.co.uk)<\/a> Click this link to book and join online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Opportunities with Liverpool City Council<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

At Liverpool City Council there are a wide range of career choices including finance, procurement, social care, public health, environmental health, marketing and communications, culture and tourism, highways, licensing, sports and leisure, port health, city developments, education, digital and ICT, human resources and more. The Council have centralised their work experience requests process with a form that you can fill in here<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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