...in Tutorials this week:
YEAR 1: Post 18 Options: Apprenticeship
YEAR 2: Ending Session/ Check out Guide
LEVEL 2: 1:1s ONLY
A monthly round up of local, national and international issues that relate to the environment, sustainability and climate change. HERE
RU-OK? TEAM is visiting college to raise awareness of drugs misuse and festival safety
WHEN: on Monday 15th @ lunchtime
WHERE: in the Canteen
EPQ Information (Year 1 Students)
For more information please come along…
WHEN:
Tues 16 May 12.05-12.30
Friday 19 May 12.05-12.30
WHERE:
Rm 63 in the tutor block
You must complete an application form by Mon 23 May
GREEN NEWS
This month, we have contributions from Flora Burleigh who is an IB student taking higher level Spanish, Psychology, Biology and English Literature & World Literature. She has written an interesting feature article on the environmental benefits of spirulina, a blue-green algae that many may have heard of in the context of a food supplement.
STUDENT UNION
Congratulations to the new SU Reps!
Cizzie McGuiness - President
Lulu Alkardi - Charity officer
Ruby Nunns - Environment
Hattie Byford - Enrichment
Alba Braham - Communications
Clement Nugent - Democracy
Aisha Al-Najjar - President
Elisa Oakes - Communications
Flora Burleigh - Wellbeing
Mila Redpath-Cole - Social media
Jess Tamsett - Graphic design
Clara Machado - EDI
SU ELECTIONS 2023- RESULTS
For any general queries, please email nus@student.varndean.ac.uk. For any enquiry relating to a specific SU member, please see above emails.
CAREERS NEWS
NEW CAREERS SITE...
A new careers site has been launched!
You will also find this website full of careers information and opportunities by going to varndean.ac.uk, click student, click the box careers.
DEADLINE 14th MAY FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX SUMMER SCHOOL
University Summer Schools.pptxWORK EXPERIENCE OPPORTUNITIES
In person work experience
Work Experience with Pioneer means a fun filled time working with kids to offer sports, arts & crafts, and general fun. We are looking for students who love sport, arts, and have an interest in learning and having fun
More Info>> Apply via email with a letter of introduction and your CV to: sameast@pioneerchildcare.co.uk
In person work experience
The Grand Hotel is offering in person placements in Concierge, Reception, Lounge and People teams for 27th – 30th June 2023.
Deadline to apply: 9th June 2023.
More Info>> Apply via email with a letter of introduction and your CV to: sonia.jackson@grandbrighton.co.uk
Work experience with Graphite Digital
Graphite WEX 2023 - Schools Info Deck (1) (3).pdfAre you looking to develop your digital skills? Take a look at this internship with BIMA. Apply by 14th May 2023.
To apply, click here: bima.co.uk/bima-next-generation-digital-leaders-programme/
In person work experience
Fizzy Fish Stacked.pdfWork Experience with Fizzy Fish - an independent childcare business in Hove/Portslade, offering high quality flexible childcare. There is a nursery for children 0-2 and pre-schools for children aged 2-4.
More Info>> Apply via email with a letter of introduction and your CV to:
Karen Fothergill
To see the website: www.fizzyfishhove.co.uk/
In person work experience
Work experience with Sinclair Media Group (sound generation, music publishing and lead generation)
More Info>> Apply via email with a letter of introduction and your CV to:
David Sinclair
david.sinclair-black@sinclairmedia.group
To see the website:
In person work experience
Three sixty group provide signage, design, photography, video and CGI services
More Info>> Apply via email with a letter of introduction and your CV to:
Matt Bridgeman‑Rivett, Studio Administration Manager
mattb@threesixtygroup.co.uk
In person work experience
rudyard kipling school logoRudyard Kipling School and Nursery
Exciting work experience opportunities in education
More Info>> Apply via email with a letter of introduction and your CV to:
Sarah Kirby, Deputy Headteacher, Rudyard Kipling Primary School and Nursery
sarahkirby@kipling.brighton-hove.sch.uk
In person work experience
London Firm of Architects - Walters and Cohen
24-28 July 2023 10am-5pm in London
Apply by: 19th May 2023
W&C Work Experience 2023.pdfTo apply: Email Marie Nirmalendran from Walters & Cohen Architects (mail@waltersandcohen.com) to ask for an application form
Virtual work experience
Sustainability week - for students.pdfVirtual work experience in green futures/sustainability and more
Local Authority Virtual Work Experience programme July 2023 - APPLY NOW
Your City, Your Future - Careers at Brighton & Hove City Council
PwC are delighted to announce that their Virtual Insight Programme is open for applications.
Open to Year 11 and 12 (Year 12 and 13 in Northern Ireland, S4 and S5 in Scotland) students across the UK, PwC’s Virtual Insight Programme will provide you with an insight into different business areas, including accounting and technology, through interactive online sessions.
The Virtual Insight Programme will take place 24 - 26 July 2023. Apply here by the deadline on 19 May 2023.
Virtual work experience in engineering and technology
Would you like virtual work experience in engineering and technology?
Apply by 14th June (programme runs 19th-30th June)
Click here to find out more >>> Siemens Innovation Virtual Work Experience Link
Interested in work experience linked to sustainability? the economy? governance?
Apply now for a fantastic virtual work experience opportunity with Brighton and Hove Council.
Click here>>>> www.springpod.com/virtual-work-experience/your-city-your-future---careers-at-brighton-hove-city-council
APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Degree apprenticeship
Civil/Structural Design Engineer
Apply by 12th May 2023
HOP CONSULTING LIMITED
This is a fantastic opportunity for an individual hoping to begin their career as a Structural/Civil Engineer Possible start date 01 August 2023. Requires A level maths.
Find out more>>>
www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000153905
Degree apprenticeship
Chartered Quantity Surveyor Apprentice
Apply by 14th May 2023
RINGWAY INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LTD
Candidates must therefore be residents of Surrey, or willing to relocate. You will obtain a BSc (Hons) Degree in Quantity Surveying (Level 6 and become a chartered member of RICS.one-day per week starting in September 2023. Work is based in Surrey.
Find out more >>> www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000156091
Higher/Level 4
Construction Site Supervisor Apprentice
Apply by 14th May 2023
RINGWAY INFRASTRUCTURE SERVICES LTD
Training is at London South Bank University, Southwark Campus. You will attend face-to-face training 1-day per week on day release model.
Find out more >>>> www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000158875
Level 2 Engineering
Engineering operative apprenticeship
Apply by 31st May 2023
VOLKS RAILWAY (Brighton Council)
See below an exciting opportunity to join Brighton Council's Economy Environment & Culture team as a Level 2 Engineering Operative Apprentice.
please contact James via the details on the advert.
Find out more>>>>
Current degree apprenticeship vacancies on Find an Apprenticeship website
Current Degree Apprenticeship Vacancies (26-04-23).docxThe following organisations are advertising apprenticeships:
Jaguar LandRover - apply by 26th May
Volkswagen - apply by 26th May
Are you interested in working in the Plumbing & Heating industry?
Steve Willis Training Centres have an employer who are looking to take on a 16-18 year old based in Brighton. If you would like to apply, please send your CV and covering letter to: Colleen Willis at Steve Willis Training Centre, Gilbert House (Unit F2), Sheddingdean Industrial Estate, Marchants Way, Burgess Hill, West sussex, RH15 8QY.
UNIVERSITY NEWS
University News...
University of Reading is running the following free subject tasters:
Economics Taster Day - Weds 21 June Click here to register for economics subject taster
Biomedical Sciences and Biomedical Engineering Taster Day - Weds 12 July Click here to register for biomedical subject taster
Zoology, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology Taster Day - Thurs 13 July Click here to register for taster session
Geography Taster Day - Weds 19 July Click here for the geography taster day
Law Taster Day - Tues 25 July Law taster day click here
Criminology Taster Day - Wed 26 July Criminology taster day
Psychology and Language Sciences Taster Day - Tues 27 July Psychology and language sciences taser click here
Open day - 16/17 June
University of Sheffield is running various free subject tasters in science, engineering, arts, humanities, social science and architecture. Click here to find out more >>>>University of Sheffield taster sessions
Royal Holloway Science Festival 27th May 2023
OPEN DAYS: Many University open days are coming up...check out this link: www.ucas.com/explore/search/events?query=
VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITIES
The Brighton & Hove Food Partnership puts food at the heart of all we do. Growing food, cooking and eating are great ways to improve people’s lives.
Cooking for fun
Community gardens
A great starting point is to take a look at Unifrog and learn more about why volunteering matters and how to start.
Click here >>>
To book a Careers appointment, please go to 'My Varndean', click on Next Steps and book an appointment.
If you have any enquiry, email: careers@varndean.ac.uk
LIBRARY NEWS
Library closures this week
The library will be closed at the following times for exams to take place:
Thursday 11 May: 1pm - 4.30pm
Friday 12 May: 8am - 1.30pm
Room 27 should be open as usual for you to study in during these times. Sorry for the inconvenience this causes.
Revision Flashcards
Got exams soon? These new revision flashcards and more are available for you to borrow from the library today. They cover the required content of your courses and help you consolidate your knowledge and test yourself.
Why not take a look?
Revision time
It's exam time for year 2 students, so the library is currently being used for quiet revision. Please be mindful that some students are unable to study at home and find noise very distracting whilst revising in the library. Please keep your conversations to a minimum and do any socialising outside of the library. Thanks for your cooperation!
NEW ON CLICKVIEW
NEW BOOKS
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