Sellafield Visit

Prior to the Christmas holidays, Mark Duffy, Project Manager at Sellafield, delivered a session on their early year's career programme for IT, Business, and T Level Digital Design and Development students. Reflecting on his experience, Pawel, a Year 13 Studio student, shared “I learnt a lot about how lucrative a degree apprenticeship can be, getting a very high salary within a couple of years. It was interesting to see how the application process is less about grades and more about the individual, seeing the potential in them regardless of academic potential. It was also interesting to see the variety of professions Sellafield employs beyond what you would initially expect from a company working in the nuclear sector.” Pawel noted that after the presentation he felt compelled to research the apprenticeships and programmes available at Sellafield and may apply for a vacancy.

Ben, a Year 13 student, shared the positive impact of listening to Joe, an alumni student of ours who currently works at Sellafield, saying “Joe’s story shows that university doesn’t have to be absolute and there are other options available. It also shows that although degree apprenticeships are competitive, they are not impossible.” He explained, “I took away how to have a competitive application and succeed in interviews, I should stay calm and collected and link any questions given to my past experience in said field.” Big thanks to Mark and Joe from Sellafield for delivering such an impactful informative session to our students!

Ignite STEAM VEX Robotics

In Ignite STEAM, students have been working on building a robot for the Vex Robotics IQ (8-14 year age groups) National Competition. The robot will be taking part in an event in our trust partnership school, North Liverpool Academy, on the 7th of February, which will hopefully allow us to build up enough points to compete on a regional level against other schools across the North West region.

If you would like to find out more about this career pathway then please click here.

Mobile Phone Policy - Update from Jill Davies, Principal

As you know we introduced our mobile phone policy this week and once again your children have been wonderful. They have responded so positively and respectfully and the building is absolutely buzzing with conversation and laughter. Every break and lunchtime I see students chatting, reading, playing chess and uno with their friends. Whilst there has been a very small number of students tempted to check their phones, they have been so understanding and respectful of the rules – I am very proud of them all. I am sure they will start to feel the benefits of this break from the constant bombardment from social media, allowing them to focus on friendships and education. 

Unifrog Future Talent Programme for Year 12 students

This term, Unifrog offers on-demand courses to help students develop and showcase their skills. Students will create personalised action plans for their post-school or college pathways, boosting confidence and standing out in applications and interviews. Graduates receive a completion certificate as proof of their commitment to skill development. By joining the Talent Pool with strong profiles, students can attract opportunities from employers and universities, such as apprenticeships or open-day bursaries.

1. Opening Webinar (4 Feb, 4:30 pm): Students join a live session (or watch on-demand) to learn about skills employers and universities value and how to present themselves effectively.
2. Three-Session Course: Students complete an independent course on Unifrog, learning to recognise skills, create an action plan, and document achievements using the CAR method.
3. Closing Webinar (18 Mar, 4:30 pm): A live or on-demand webinar wraps up the program. Students earn a completion certificate and a Talent Pool profile badge.

Students can start their Future Talent Programme journey by signing up for the opening webinar on 4 February, register here. Students who have signed up will then be notified when the course is live.

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Liverpool Life Sciences UTC

The Studio School

The University of Liverpool Webinar series

On Thursday evenings throughout the upcoming academic year, Liverpool University will be discussing topics such as accommodation, finance, researching choices, and UCAS applications. Live Q&A sessions will follow each presentation to ensure that attendees gather the knowledge they need to make an informed decision about their higher education options. The full schedule and booking form is now live.

The University of Liverpool Campus tours

More dates have been released for January and February for students to book onto a campus tour. Visitors will be taken on a general tour by a current student with plenty of opportunities to learn about life at Liverpool University. It will not include visits to academic departments.

Sellafield Degree Apprenticeships

Sellafield Ltd offers one of the UK’s top-rated degree apprenticeship programs, combining hands-on training with a tuition-free degree. Benefits include:

• Higher qualifications than standard apprenticeships.
• Professional accreditation and memberships.
• Valuable on-the-job experience and employer-recognised skills.
• A clear path to career development.

Sellafield provides various pathways, including Project Management, Quality & Inspection Engineer, Technical, and Conventional Safety. Day-to-day activities depend on the chosen pathway. For more details click here.

Liverpool City Region Careers – College Open Evenings

• Birkenhead Sixth Form Open Evenings (bsfc.ac.uk) - 29/01/2025 @ 17.30-20:00 Book here.
• Carmel College Open Evenings - 11/03/2025 @ 17:00-19:30 Booking required via TicketSource. Application Deadline 31st January 2024
• Cowley International College & Cowley Sixth Form College Open Evenings - 16/01/2025 @ 16:30-19:00 Booking required via TicketSource
• Hugh Baird College Open Evenings - 06/03/2025 @ 17:00-19:00 Book here
• Knowsley Community College Open Evenings - 05/02/2025 @19/03 @ 17:00 Book here.
• Myerscough College Open Mornings and Events – Preston, Blackburn, Liverpool, Warrington - 08/02/2025 @10-12:30, 29/03/2025 @ 10-12:30 Book here
• Sefton College Sixth form College Open Evenings - 30/01/2025 @ 17:00-19:00 Book here.
• St Helens Sixth Form College Open Evenings - 29/01/2025 @ 17:00-19:00, 12/03/2025 @ 17:00-19:00 Book here.

University Open Days

For a full list of upcoming University Open Days, please click here.

Hospitality vacancies at the brand-new Everton Stadium

The new Everton Stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, Liverpool, is set to revolutionise fan experiences in Europe, hosting 52,888 fans per match day. With 12 premium restaurants, a 20,000-person fan plaza, and diverse food and beverage options by culinary partner Aramark, it promises exceptional experiences for all visitors.

Current opportunities include:

Casual Team Members

• Retail Assistants – Food and Beverages – Evergreen
• Retail Supervisors – Food and Beverages – Evergreen
• Retail Team Leaders – Food and Beverages – Evergreen
• Retail Manager – Evergreen

Casual Culinary Team Members

• Lead Chef
• Support Chef
• Kitchen Porters

If you have any questions please reach out to [email protected]

Upcoming Apprenticeship & Education Event in Liverpool

On Thursday the 29th of January at Aintree Racecourse there is an event taking place that welcomes students from Year 10+ as well as young adults to find out more about apprenticeships at all levels as well as the education pathways available to them. The 2025 exhibitors are Aldi, BBC, HSBC, Jet 2, Liverpool John Moores University, Unilever, and so many more. Individuals aged 15+ and parents & guardians can register your free place now!