In this weekly round-up you will find information about a huge range of careers and further/higher education opportunities, including university open days, work experience, careers taster sessions, apprenticeship vacancies and lots more. The Careers section is followed by the Higher Education section.
We hope you find it useful!

Webinars and events taking place during school hours are aimed at Sixth Form students only. 

By listing providers or employers HGS is not endorsing them, so we recommend that you do your own research to ensure it's the right thing for you.

We are excited to invite you to an exclusive online parent/guardian event designed to provide valuable insights into how you can support your child in making informed career choices when they leave school/university.

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to learn how to help your son or daughter gain a foothold in the world of work with the many major brands (mentioned below) from various sectors who will be joining us for the event.

This event will touch upon applying to corporate roles and the application process, commercial awareness and how young people can develop these skills as well as highlighting degree apprenticeships, what they are and key deadlines to make applications. 

There will also be breakout room sessions with sector-specific panels and workshops that you and your child can participate in throughout the evening. Please note that to join the breakout rooms, you will need the Zoom app on your laptops or phones. 

Event Details:
Date: Thursday, 16th October 2025
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location: Zoom

Employers Involved:

• Law: Mishcon de Reya, Clifford Chance, A&O Shearman, University of Law 

• Business/Finance: KPMG, PwC, BDO, CIMA, RSM

• STEM: Wates, RAF, The Army, National Grid 

This event will provide you with an in-depth understanding of the career and work experience prospects for your child in sectors such as Finance, Data, Technology, Law, Engineering, and different Corporate Functions.

The whole session will be led by the direct hiring managers at these global firms, so you’ll learn from the very best on how to support your child as they transition from education to the professional world with leading brands.

We would encourage you to join this event with your child to get the most out of this session. 

Sign up below to secure your place:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Childs_Future_25

Event: UK’s Intelligence Agencies – Virtual Insight Session
Date: Thursday 27 November 
Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Format: Online event

The UK’s Intelligence Agencies - MI5, MI6, and GCHQ - work together to keep the country safe, using cutting-edge techniques to prevent threats both in the UK and globally. This session will provide students with valuable insights into these vital organisations and the wide range of early career opportunities they offer, including apprenticeships and junior development programmes.

Agenda highlights:

• Introduction to the UK’s Intelligence Agencies

• Overview of the Intelligence Services

• Insight into a variety of roles within the Agencies

• Understanding the security clearance process

• Top tips for applications and interviews

• Next steps

How to apply:
Students can apply for this online event through their Uptree account. If they do not yet have an account, they can register here.

Please note: Priority will be given to students who meet the eligibility criteria listed on the Uptree website. Applications will be reviewed from two weeks before the event, and successful students will receive their invitation 1–2 weeks in advance.

Volunteer at the Lister Hospital - interested students should email volunteer.enh-tr@nhs.net in the first instance. 

 

Work Experience with the NHS

Applications are now open for placements in a range of NHS settings in Hertfordshire and West Essex. 

My Great First Job is a really useful information source for students who are looking for advice on building employability skills, including how to get started on Linkedin, how to make successful applications and preparing to go to interviews. 

BHPP Academy, based at Hertford Town Football Club, are trialling current U16 female footballers to join their Juniper training and sports education programme (NCFE standard sports qualifications).

This provision is being offered as an alternative to sixth form for female footballers, and is intended to prepare students for work or higher education as well as advancing their football skills. 

The trials are suitable for current Year 11s and the next one will be taking place on Friday 24 October.

Sign up to the trial

We are inviting Year 12 students to apply for the Cambridge Higher Aspirations Scheme (CHAS) 2025/26. Now in its sixth year, CHAS is an innovative outreach programme aimed at encouraging bright and ambitious students to set their sights on top universities, as well as providing a sustained academic programme of support and guidance throughout their time in sixth form/college.

Eligibility and Selection Criteria                                                                                     

• The Cambridge Higher Aspirations Scheme (CHAS) is run by Gonville and Caius College, University of Cambridge and is open to Year 12 students in our link boroughs and counties (Norfolk, Hertfordshire, Barnet, Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Lewisham, Newham and Waltham Forest) who attend state schools or colleges.
• Applicants to the programme must be on course to achieve 3As or higher at A level (or equivalent). The programme is selective, and we will operate a holistic approach in assessing applications, considering students’ prior academic attainment and predicted A Level (or equivalent) grades alongside widening participation criteria.
• Applicants should ensure that the combination of A Level (or equivalent qualification) subjects that they are currently taking meets the subject entry requirements for the University of Cambridge degree which corresponds to their chosen CHAS course. For example, students applying for the Economics CHAS programme must be taking A Level Mathematics. Entry requirements for Cambridge degrees can be found on the course overview webpages here: Courses for 2026 entry | Undergraduate Study

Session Dates

Students will participate in 5 supervisions (Cambridge-style small group teaching) led by a researcher from the University:

• Supervision 1: Saturday 24th January (in person at Gonville and Caius College)
• Supervision 2: Tuesday 3rd February, 18:30-19:30 (online)
• Supervision 3: Tuesday 17th February, 18:30-19:30 (online)
• Supervision 4: Tuesday 3rd March, 18:30-19:30 (online)
• Supervision 5: Tuesday 17th March, 18:30-19:30 (online)

 To apply for the scheme, students must be available to attend all 5 supervisions.

Additional Activities

• One-night residential visit to Caius for students who demonstrate a strong record of engagement during the supervisions. The residential will take place in August 2026. Places are limited.

Sign up

Students in Year 12 wishing to apply for the CHAS Scheme should complete an online form by following the link below. 

https://cambridge.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5zlsr0EjSVGD1dk

The deadline for applications is 17:00 on Friday 17^th October 2025. Applications submitted after this deadline will not be considered. 

We look forward to receiving your applications!

Francesca, Hannah, Sidrah and Chris
Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge

Head Start to Uni is a chance for you to visit Newcastle University, see their campus, talk to current students, and gain information and advice to prepare you for your journey into higher education.

This event gives students the opportunity to:

• Discover information about applying to the University.
• Tailor the event to develop your knowledge where you need it.
• Gain confidence in the application process. 
• Enhance your critical thinking skills. 
• Meet and chat with current students. 
• Explore our campus.

The day…

The event will begin at 09:30am on Friday 24^th October, and you can choose to attend two bespoke workshops to support your application and hear a panel of our current students talk about their university journey! You can also take an optional student-led campus tour at the close of the event.

Register