KEY ARES OF SUPPORT INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
UNIVERSITY APPLICATIONS
So many questions might be going through your mind.....from are you studying the right A Levels to take you to University or have you chosen a course that you don't think is a good fit? Or, quite simply you just don't seem to have any clear idea of where to start.
Step by step, here's how I can help:
Finding the right course and University that fits YOU
Understanding Entry requirements - tariff points vs grades
How does the UCAS Process work?
How to write a winning Personal Statement
Admissions Interviews
Advice on UCAS Extra and how to maximise Clearing
It's fair to say within Schools, University is still a default Pathway. But why? it's never been more of an exciting time to go a different route. Apprenticeships are practical, dynamic and exciting. If you're ready to move on from traditional education and are ready to embrace the working world, you won't look back! The skills and networking you will learn will give your Career the head start it deserves.
Step by step, here's how we can help:
What Industries offer a Degree Apprenticeship
How to find Degree Apprenticeships
Understanding the Application Process
Building a Pipeline
Interview practice
FINDING A JOB
Do you feel ready to take on the job market? You have your A Levels and/or achieved a brilliant degree, but do you honestly know where to look for a job or how to embark on your next pathway when you leave University. You've applied for some Graduate Schemes but wondering why this is not proving successful.
Step by step, here's how we can help:
Self-reflection to understand what you have to offer
Practical takeaways to look for a job that's relevant for you
CV and Covering Letter Advice
Linked In Best Practice - key tips to build your network
Interview practice to secure that next role
Get to grips with the Recruitment Process
How to deal with Rejection in a positive way
DEGREE APPRENTICESHIPS
With the explosion of technology in the workplace, globalisation and changes in patterns of working, it is becoming more and more evident that without doubt that it is YOUR Personal skills that will enable you to thrive in the workplace. Building your confidence to sell yourself is fundamental to enable you to stand out in today's job market.
Step by step, here's how we can help:
Build a unique personal brand to stand out
How to be proactive and persistent in your job search
Be structured - avoid being reactive and spontaneous
Crafting impactful CV's to showcase individual strengths
Get active on Linked In - building networks and posting
Cultivating a positive mindset
Communication skills - master the fundamentals quick
BUILDING YOUR CONFIDENCE
HEAR FROM EMPLOYERS WE WORK WITH
"You're never going to learn what it's like to wokr in an office or work environment from a book or through a screen, so gaining work experience is more important than ever for young people to get them ready to get a job."
LUCY HOLLAND
Head of Early Careers, PWC
"A CV is a snapshot of your experience and the skillset that is needed to you through the door, but it will only get you so far. When you get to the interview stage, you have the opportunity to really differentiate yourself - not only in how you share your story and your passion but also how you show up. I will always look at how candidates engage in conversation, show their curiosity, demonstrate their ability to listen and form a connection.
The importance in communication effectively should not be underestimated as it will be crucial in any role."
GEORGINA COLLINS, Global Chief People Officer, INTERBRAND
"Recruiting for junior roles today can be very hard as if you don’t offer a full bells and whistles Graduate recruitment scheme and are a lesser known brand, it’s hard to find a good calibre of graduates as they simply don’t know brilliant businesses like ours exist.
Nicola’s ability to really understand our business requirements and what we needed from a junior recruit was immediate and the CVs she sent us were truly excellent – candidates that by far exceeded the quality that came from LinkedIn and even from well-known recruitment agencies we’ve worked with in the past. We would certainly use her services again."
TOM WEBB, Founder
ELEMENT COMMUNICATIONS
"A Degree may open the door, but it's skill that keeps you in the room - what you know matters, but what you can do matters more."
LIZ WILCOCKSON, Markets Operations MD
CITI BANK
Open-mindedness, Risk-taking, Inquiring Mind, Critical Thinking, Communication, Creativity, Empathy and Entrepreneurship - some of the skills rated most highly by businesses recruiting today.
SOURCE:
NATIONAL CAREERS SERVICE, ENGLAND