Useful Links
Whether you are looking to study at university or college, go into full-time employment or start a full-time apprenticeship, we have information on this page to help you take your next step.
Careers
Click on the links below to view websites and videos that explore a range of careers in a variety of industries. The websites and videos contain information, advice and guidance to help you find and achieve your dream career.
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KUDOS is an online resource, where students can learn about the numerous pathways available to them. They are able to explore routes including further and higher education, the world of work and apprenticeships. They are able to see the most up to date Labour Market Information, search for courses. it can help them to understand the skills, qualifications and job prospects available to them as they navigate their way through the academic and career landscape. Log in details are required which they will have been given in school. Kudos (cascaid.co.uk) |
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The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work opportunities. The service offers confidential and impartial advice. This is supported by qualified careers advisers. The National Careers Service website aims to:
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Careersbox is a free online library of careers related film, news and information. As the preferred digital new media partner to the Institute of Career Guidance, the largest careers body in the UK, Careersbox aim is to deliver a new way for students to explore their skills and career options. Home - CareersBox |
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Prospects is a website created to help 11-24-year olds discover and explore careers they’ll love. |
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LifeSkills, created with Barclays, is a free, curriculum-linked programme, developed with teachers to help improve the skills and employability of young people in the UK. LifeSkills | Developing work and life skills (barclayslifeskills.com) |
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icould has a range of video clips showing real people talking about their jobs and careers. home - icould |
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Plan your study & work. Your choices at 14, 16 and 18, explore different job sectors and how you can study and work at the same time - even to university level. Careerpilot : Plan your future work & study |
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Success at School is the place for young people to explore careers, get the lowdown on top employers, and search for the latest jobs, courses and advice. Careers Information & Advice Resources | Subject Posters | Lesson Plan – Success at School |
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Central Government’s dedicated apprenticeship website has a whole range of information to help young people decide if Apprenticeships are the right route for them. You can also search for apprenticeship vacancies. Apprenticeships |
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Help with finding and exploring careers. It covers everything from writing CV’s to routes into specific industries. Careers | Get Careers Advice Here | UCAS
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Compare the best universities here :- 
Alternatives to University http://www.notgoingtouni.co.uk/
….and if you don’t want to go to university after Further Education, here is what else is on offer.
The LMI for All portal provides high quality, reliable labour market information (LMI) to inform careers decisions.
The role as a Local Enterprise Partnership is to help economic growth thrive across the South East Midlands.
College
There are a number of colleges within the area that offer a wide range of courses. Click on the links below to view just a few.
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Moulton College provides full and part-time courses from post-16 to postgraduate and professional development. |
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New College Stamford offers education and training to over 2,000 students every year providing a huge range of courses to suit everyone – A Levels, vocational, part-time courses, apprenticeships, higher education and professional training for businesses tailored to both individuals and employers. |
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Northampton College develops your academic, professional, technical and employability skills as well as your maths and English. Whether you are looking for a beginner’s course, a Level 2 or 3 course or a university-level programme, we will have a course for you. |
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Tresham College is a College of Further and Higher Education with campuses in Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough in Northamptonshire. They also operate the National College for Motorsport located at the heart of British motor racing, Silverstone circuit. The college has over 10,000 part time and full time students and we strive to deliver the highest quality teaching and learning experience for all students and staff. |
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships combine work with study. During an apprenticeship you will often work for a company whilst also attending college to study a related subject. The course usually takes 1-3 years and you will finish with an NVQ or BTEC qualification. Click on the links below to find out more about apprenticeships and search for available apprenticeships.
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Apprenticeships gives you information about what you need to become an apprentice, what careers are avalible and which employers are offering them. |
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Amazing Apprenticeships will help you navigate the fast-changing world of apprenticeships. Their website lets you search for apprenticehships and provide support through an ambassador network and resources. |
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Apprenticeships search allows you to search and find apprenticeships in England. |
Volunteering
Click on the link to view the UK’s national volunteering database. There are over 1 million volunteering opportunities, which make it easy for anyone to volunteer in their community.
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National Citizen Service help young people achieve their potential and build bridges between communities while developing key transferable skills. |
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Northamptonshire Sport is one of 43 County Sports Partnerships, Northamptonshire Sport is a partnership of local and national organisations working together to provide opportunities for people to participate in sport, physical activity and recreation in Northamptonshire. |
Voluntary Impact Northamptonshire, (previously known as Northampton Volunteering Centre) began in 1990 and exists to help match people with suitable volunteering opportunities and likewise help charities to find volunteers.
Options
Post 16 https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/career-choices-at-16
Post 18 https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/careers-advice/career-choices-at-18
General information regarding further education: https://www.ucas.com/further-education
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