Central Futures Bulletin

November 2015

Part-Time Jobs Special

Successes Opening the DOOR

Successes

The Central Futures Team are pleased to announce that two students have been successful in gaining work experi-

ence placements, both of which were advertised in last month’s Central Futures Bulletin.

Khalid Islam in Year 12 was successful in gaining a place at Credit Suisse!

He will carry out his placement in the February half-term break. The role will

focus on the role IT plays in the bank and will give Khalid an opportunity to

gain some hands-on experience.

Junaid Ahmed, also in Year 12, has already carried out his work experi-

ence placement having secured a place on Addleshaw Goddard’s Legal Ac-

cess Week! This experience gave Junaid a valuable and unique insight into

the legal sector as well as giving him the opportunity to gain some practical

legal work experience and develop his interpersonal skills.

See this month’s Bulletin for work experience at Barclays.

Work Experience

Well done also to two further Year 12s who used the Central Futures Bulletin to successfully apply for a widening

participation university programme.

Both Kibria Karim and Samiul Ahmed were successful in their application for the K+ Pro-

gramme, in Sciences and Healthcare respectively! The programme, hosted by King’s Col-

lege London will develop their independent learning skills, their communication skills and

will help them stand out on an application to a university or an employer on leaving school

in Year 13.

They beat competition from 1,000 applicants for the 280 places on the programme, which is a similar ratio of suc-

cess they will face for some of the most competitive jobs and degrees that they will apply for in 2017. Well done!

Please see this month’s Bulletin for the UCL Target Mentoring Scheme and other widening participation schemes.

K+ Programme

Finally, a special well done to our Year 13s who are the furthest advanced in their journey to leaving school in 2016.

Well done to Tittykay Cesay, Kenya McKenzie, Derek Nightingale, Nabil Rahman, and Adam Rowe! All of whom

have had offers from universities having applied earlier than our school deadline.

All other Year 13s, remember that our deadline is 13th November!

University Offers

Successes Key Dates

November 2015

Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun

2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th

9th

Wyrd Assem-

bly—Year 12

Target Medicine

Deadline

10th

LSE Sociology

lecture

11th 12th 13th

Skills London

Careers Fair

UCAS Deadline

14th

Skills London

Careers Fair

15th

16th 17th 18th

KPMG’s School

Leaver Open

Evening

19th 20th 21st 22nd

23rd 24th 25th 26th 27th

Founders’ Day

28th 29th

30th

Talking Points

Lecture

Coming up:

1st December—Career Insights Session at Slaughter

& May

December—AP2 exams

8th December—Tech Talks

11th December—PWC Accountancy Event

21st December Social Mobility Foundation applica-

tion deadline

20th January 2016 Sutton Trust USA application

deadline

Part-Time Jobs Special

This month we have a Part-Time Jobs Special edition of the Central Futures Bulletin.

We know how important it is for students to earn money and become independent as well as de-

velop valuable work place skills.

In this edition of the Bulletin you will find our guidance on finding part-time work and also on how

to juggle work with your studies. We also an advice section with top tips from an industry recruit-

ment expert as well as some of your fellow students.

We are also pleased to announce our second project with the Wyrd team.

They will be running a second employability skills competition with the Year 12 students. The

topic of the competition is on ‘The Second Curve’ theory by Charles Handy. Charles Handy is

one of the giants of contemporary thought. His books on management – including Understanding

Organizations and Gods of Management – have changed the way we view business. His work

on broader issues and trends – such as Beyond Certainty – has changed the way we view socie-

ty.

Nick and Nigel from Wyrd will be coming in to launch the competition to Year 12 students in as-

sembly on Monday 9th November.

We hope lots of you sign up to take part and submit a video entry.

Part-Time Jobs Special

The Central Futures Team have asked Kate Nicholls, leader of the School Leaver Programme at

Pret a Manger, to give her advice for finding part-time employment.

Kate’s top tips for finding a part-time job

Job Search—“look directly on company websites for opportunities; do not be

afraid to directly approach businesses; have a CV with you when visiting busi-

nesses.”

Applications & CVs—“make sure your CV is up to date, and give examples of where you have

shown drive, determination and the ability to work hard in a team, ensure that there are no typos

and you have given as much information as possible.”

Interviews—“dress smartly and be presentable! Research the company before the inter-

view, be on time, let your personality show, ask questions.”

We also asked three of our current Sixth Form students,

who are working part-time, to give their advice:

Patrick, Year 12: Stallholder, Farmers Market

‘Use family and friend contacts to find opportunities.

Even if you feel you are not using your skills take it all

on board as experience.’

Erica, Year 12: Barista, independent coffee shop

‘Try to find a balance between school work, working and social life. In interviews, be yourself!

Persevere even if you are not successful first time round.’

Chris, Year 12: Advisor, Isledon Arts

‘I got my paid role following volunteer work in summer so it is worth considering volunteer work

as you never you where it may lead.’

Advice from the experts!

Part-Time Jobs Special

There are many benefits of working part-time while studying. However, it is important to have the

right balance between study and work. The purpose of this guide is to ensure that you consider if

getting a part-time job is right for you! This means that you need to identify factors that are rele-

vant for you and to use useful sources of information to seek job vacancies. One of the first

things you need to establish is why you want a part-time job. Do you need the money, want to

gain some experience or a combination of both?

Benefits of getting a part-time job

You will gain an income—which you may need to cover your expenses or be lucky enough

to save.

You will gain valuable work experience.

You will learn how to budget. Part–time jobs are hard-work and it can be painful to part with

your hard earned cash. Students who earn their own money tend to spend it wisely.

You will learn how to manage your time. If you have a job it means you will have little free

time. This will ensure that you are organised and more productive in school.

You could use a part-time job as a way of gaining an insight into a career or industry of in-

terest. You can begin forming contacts that may benefit you when you are looking for full-

time work after Sixth Form or after university.

You will develop transferable skills such as communication, team-work, leadership, organi-

sation and problem-solving. These are all skills employers will be looking for when you

leave school.

You will develop business acumen from being exposed to a commercial or professional en-

vironment.

You will learn to use your initiative and become more flexible. Workplaces are busy and

constantly changing to adapt to customer needs or changing circumstances. It is important

to learn to think on your feet.

All of the above will benefit you in either your university applications or future job appli-

cations.

Part-Time Jobs Special

Balancing a part-time job with studies

If you need to work, how much do you need to earn? Prepare a budget to help you work

this out.

Work out how much time you have to commit to a part-time job.

Make sure your boss knows that you have study commitments. Be honest about how much

time you can commit and do not feel pressurised into agreeing to do more.

Organise your time: get a diary and keep track of your shifts, coursework deadlines

as well assessment and exam dates.

Keep school in the loop, let us know if you have a job and how many hours you are

working.

School advice

Of course we want you to have interests outside of school but your academic achievement is our

priority. We recommend that if you have a part-time job that you work no more than twelve hours

and you must work outside of school hours.

Job Opportunities

Marks and Spencer are recruiting seasonal staff for the

Christmas period. To find oppor-

tunities go to : http://

careers.marksandspencer.com

To find opportunities go to:

https://www.pret.co.uk/en-gb/good-

jobs

Greggs have a number of part time

positions in the local area.

Look out for companies recruit-

ing extra staff for Christmas

Check directly on companies

websites for opportunities

Job Opportunities

If you are interested in at-

tending please speak to Ms

Thain or Mr Beach.

KPMG are now accepting applications for our 2016 School and College

Leaver Programmes!

Our Audit School and College Leaver Programme is a chance to study for an

accounting degree at a leading UK university and become a fully-qualified Char-

tered Accountant. Students will combine classroom learning with on-the-job train-

ing and work alongside some of the brightest minds in business. We’ll also pay for all of their tuition and ac-

commodation fees in addition to paying them a salary.

Our KPMG360˚ Apprenticeship Programme gives students the opportunity to rotate around our business

functions of Audit, Tax and Advisory, seeing KPMG and clients from different angles, whilst also studying for

a professional qualification. This programme will give students the freedom to discover where their interests

and potential come together, helping them build a successful career.

If you want to find out more sign up with Ms Thain for KPMG’s school leaver open evening on

Wednesday 18th November.

Thinking about a career in

accountancy?

Job Opportunities

Ms Thain recommends…

These talks will give you an insight into working in the Technology sector, and help

you to understand why it is one of the most exciting sectors to work in right now! It will

also give you the chance to receive advice on careers and options to get into the sector by the Tech City

Stars team.

Be sure to stick around after the talks as you’ll have the opportunity to network and meet like-minded peo-

ple and build new, long-lasting relationships over pizza and cold refreshment.

Next Tech Talk 8th December—Speak to Ms Thain or Mr Stevens to sign up.

Mr Stevens recommends…

Following the success of last month’s workshop ‘From part -time work to full time employment’ Slaughter &

May have organised the second in a series of career insight sessions. The next session will focus on ac-

cess schemes for university and work.

Date: 1st Decemeber

Time 3.30pm—4.30pm

There are limited spaces so if you if you wish to attend please sign up with Ms Thain asap.

Job Opportunities

Ms Thain recommends

How big is Skills London 2015?

With around 200 exhibitors across 10 zones and an expected footfall of more than 30,000 viistors, Skills Lon-

don 2015 is enormous.

Opening Times:

Friday is aimed at organised groups from secondary schools (year groups 11 - 13) and colleges, attending in staggered time

slots giving everyone a chance to try the interactive features.

Saturday is aimed at organised groups, families, friends, individuals and other people working with young people.

Friday 13 November 9.30am – 4pm

Saturday 14 November 9.30am – 4pm

Exhibitors include:

Business and Public Sector Employers

Further Education Colleges

Sector Skills Councils

Training/Work Based Learning Providers

Universities and High Education Institutions

Charities and Advice Bodies

Zones:

The event features distinct zones to make it easier for exhibitors and

visitors.

Business & Finance

Campus, Education & Training

Careers & Enterprise Hub

There are a few spaces left for Friday if you wish to attend please

speak to Ms Thain.

If you want to go on your own on Saturday sign up for tickets at

the link below.

http://www.skillslondon2015.co.uk/

Over 200 employers

attending!

Work Experience

Barclays Bank Work Experience Year 12 / 13

Monday 15th February - Friday 19th February 2016

Barclays Bank have a number of work experience opportunities available at various loca-

tions.

This placement gives you the opportunity to go behind the scenes at Barclays branch. By

working with a range of colleagues, from Cashier to branch manager. You will gain hands on

experience of how Barclays meets the needs of its customers through interactive technology.

Please see Ms Shaw for further details.

School Leaver Programmes

KPMG are now accepting applications for our 2016 School and College

Leaver Programmes!

Our Audit School and College Leaver Programme is a chance to study for an

accounting degree at a leading UK university and become a fully-qualified Char-

tered Accountant. Students will combine classroom learning with on-the-job train-

ing and work alongside some of the brightest minds in business. We’ll also pay for all of their tuition and ac-

commodation fees in addition to paying them a salary.

Our KPMG360˚ Apprenticeship Programme gives students the opportunity to rotate around our business

functions of Audit, Tax and Advisory, seeing KPMG and clients from different angles, whilst also studying for

a professional qualification. This programme will give students the freedom to discover where their interests

and potential come together, helping them build a successful career.

If you want to find out more sign up with Ms Thain for KPMG’s school leaver open evening on

Wednesday 18th November.

School Leaver Programmes

Year 13

Only

Academic Opportunities

Academic Opportunities

After four successful years, the Sutton Trust is continuing its flagship US pro-

gramme to give bright, state school students a taste of life at an American

university.

The programme, delivered in partnership with the US-UK Fulbright Commission, is centred on a one week summer school in the US (in previous years at either Massachusetts Institute of Tech-nology, Yale University or Harvard) with introductory events and application support in the UK be-fore and after.

The programme provides participants with a wide range of activities to help them make the right

decisions about American higher education.

To apply, you need to go to the Sutton Trust USA website.

To be eligible to apply applicants must:

Currently be in Year 12 or equivalent (eg S5 in Scotland)

Attend a state school or college

Not hold US citizenship

Be from a low or middle income family (generally, this will mean a household earning £45,000

or less)

We are looking for applicants that meet all or most of these criteria:

Have earned 8 or more As or A*s at GCSE or the equivalent (e.g. for Scottish applicants,

have earned 6 or more As or Bs in their S4 qualifications)

Show a commitment to the programme and interest in US culture and higher education

Year 12

Only

Academic Opportunities

What?

Our residential programmes are designed to support motivated and ambitious students from less

privileged backgrounds throughout the UK to come to London to undertake residential intern-

ships.

These are completely free of charge: each programme covers travel to, from and within

London, accommodation, all meals and provides a daily allowance as well as paying for all even-

ing and weekend activities.

Our programmes are a great way for students to get a chance to gain real insights into the pro-

fessions they want to join and to get to know a new city.

It doesn’t matter where you’re from in the UK, as long as you’re a high-achieving student from a

low-income background and fit our eligibility criteria, you can apply to one of our programmes.

Sectors

Depending on what sector you’re interested in, we have five programmes (click on the links to

find out more!)

For those interested in the world of banking: J.P. Morgan

For students interested in engineering: CH2M

For prospective accountants: KPMG

For aspiring solicitors and barristers: Law Residential

For aspiring medics: Medicine Residential

Year 12

Only

Academic Opportunities

The LSE regularly hold free lectures for the public which are of a high-academic standard and are

available on a first-come-first-serve basis. We strongly recommend that you go to a number of

these lectures throughout the year, and the full programme is here on their website.

Otherwise we have a recommendation for you:

Sociology and the Digital Revolution—the

Transformation of Everything

By Anthony Giddens

6:30pm to 8pm Tuesday 10th November 2015

Mr Colver recommends...Anthony Giddens is giving

a lecture on the digital world and how it may affects our

society - this is at the London School of Economics and

he is one of the most famous contemporary sociologists

of our time. Would be good for sociology students and

anyone else who has an interest in digital technology

and its impact. This is on the 10th November at 6:30pm

at the LSE and is free.

University Open Days

There are a huge number of university open days throughout

October and November, and there is a comprehensive calendar

view available here at opendays.com.

For a university-by-university view use the UCAS website here.

Cultural Capital

Mr Colver recommends...Visit the

Tate Britain,. There is lots of classic

and contemporary art and it is usually

a lot quieter than its sister, the Tate

Modern.

Mr Beach recommends...Those wishing to enrich their

minds with cultural indulgences should read article after

article on Brainpickings.org. This article is Nietzsche’s

musings on the power of music at aged just 14. I thorough-

ly recommend subscribing to the Brainpickings newsletter

– you will find the knowledge and cultural capital makes

you better armed for success in the world.

Cultural Capital

Mr Johnstone recommends...Beautifully writ-

ten articles that are mathematically illuminating,

this is now one of my favourite books about

maths. Strogatz is a Professor of Applied Maths

at Cornell University, well worth a follow on Twit-

ter, and originally he wrote these pieces for The

New York Times. He writes about complex topics

such as calculus in a way that take a maths stu-

dent far from their textbook to a new, exciting

perspective. Highly recommended to all maths

students.

Mr Collins recommends..."The

Hunt"

Nature documentary series narrated

by Sir David Attenborough. This

opening episode reveals the strate-

gies used by both predators and prey.

Mr Collins recommends...The Sci-

ence Hour BBC world service

Science, health and technology news

and highlights of the week.

Cultural Capital

More or Less—BBC discussion of sta-

tistics in the news.

Podcasts

Podcasts are great way to develop your cultural

frame of reference and your communication

skills. Listen to how these podcasters communi-

cate at a high-level.

Subscribe to all of these on your phone, table

or computer, or just stream online when in

school.

Consider the following to get started:

Seriously…-BBC podcast series of the

best documentaries of the week across

all of their radio stations.

Best of Today—one of the most significant dai-

ly news programmes in media, distilled into the

most important or interesting segments each

day.

Thinking Allowed—Sociology podcast discussing

the latest research with guests

TED Radio Hour–a journey through fascinating ide-

as with world renowned speakers Profile—a 15 minute profile of

someone in the news.

Woman’s Hour—

offers a female per-

spective on the

world.

Cultural Capital

Magazines

Long-form journalism is a wonderful art form. In longer form pieces journalists

are able to fully investigate, inquire and inspire. These are also some of the

most important pieces of journalism: it is the long-form pieces that help set

agendas and influence the opinion of politicians and other journalists.

Available in the LRC:

Try online:

Buy or subscribe:

The New Statesman—a left-leaning (Labour supporting), heavy hitting periodical. It has

great diversity, with great cultural commentators such as Will Self and Laurie Penny, as well

as significant political journalism.

The Economist-a right-leaning (liberal free-market supporting) periodical with a huge influ-

ence worldwide. All journalism is anonymous so that journalists feel free to attack without

censure.

The Guardian—not all the pieces on this left-wing newspaper’s website are long-form, but

many are. In particular, read the opinion pieces.

The Spectator—this right-leaning newspaper is a Conservative supporting periodical with

influence on the party.

London Review of Books—the school subscribe to this magazine, which is a reviewing peri-

odical examining the most important monthly book releases, both fiction and non-fiction.

Book reviewing is an art form and the reviews themselves offer considerable insight. Read

one a month.

Cultural Capital

Books

You must continue the habit of reading regularly—or get into the habit! It will

open your mind and make you a more interesting person. It is also a pleasure

in and of itself—if you think you do not enjoy reading, then you have not yet

found the right book for you. Keep trying. Keep reading.

Fiction

Non-fiction

Author First Impression Depth and range

George Orwell 1984 and Animal Farm The Road to Wigan Pier by George Orwell; We

by Yevgeny Zamyatin; The Handmaid’s Tale by

Margaret Atwood

John Steinbeck Of Mice and Men and Grapes of

Wrath

East of Eden by John Steinbeck; To Kill a Mock-

ingbird, by Harper Lee

Mary Shelley Frankenstein Dracula by Bram Stoker; Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde

by Robert Louis Stevenson; Swastika Night by

Katherine Burdekin

Author First Impression Depth and range

Naomi Klein No Logo The Shock Doctrine: The Rise of Disaster Capi-

talism by Naomi Klein; Silent Spring by Rachel

Carson

Eric Hobsbawm The Age of Extremes: The Short

Twentieth Century

Europe 1789-1848 by Eric Hobsbawm; The

Black Jacobins, by C.L.R. James; Citizens, by

Simon Schama

Stephen Dubner and

Steven Levitt

Freakonomics SuperFreakonomics by Stephen Dubner and

Steven Levitt; The Tipping Point, by Malcolm

Gladwell

Volunteering and Enrichment

The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (D of E) is the world’s leading youth achievement award. It recognises people aged

from 14 to 24 who are adventurous, caring, sporty, and creative. It is a very enjoyable and interesting project to un-

dertake, and is a rewarding process. At the end of the programme, you will also have an award which is recognised

globally, including by the UK’s top employers and universities. The benefits include:

Learning a new skill:

Develop a new

talent

Improve self-

esteem and confi-

dence

Develop practical

and social skills

Develop better

organisational and

time management

skills

Sharpen research

skills

Learn how to rise

to a challenge

Develop a physical

activity

Enjoy keeping

fit

Improve fitness

Discover new

abilities

Raise self-

esteem

Extend person-

al goals

Set and re-

spond to a chal-

lenge

Experience a

sense of

Volunteering

Learn about

your community

Learn to take

responsibility

for your com-

munity

Build new rela-

tions

Further under-

stand your own

strengths and

weaknesses

Develop team-

work and lead-

ership

Expedition

Appreciate the

outdoors

Learn the val-

ues of sharing

responsibility

Attention to

detail

Become more

self-reliant

Learn to man-

age risk

Recognise the

needs and

strengths of

others

Speak to Mr Tong about taking part, or come to his classroom (the Old LRC in-

side the Sixth Form Study Centre) at 3:30pm every Wednesday.

Volunteering and Enrichment

Why volunteer? It is easier to ask, why not volunteer? Your time could be spent not just benefiting you but also ben-

efiting other people and organisations.

What’s in it for me? Well, other than the warm fuzzy feeling, you give yourself plenty to say on university and job ap-

plications but also at interview. Some voluntary places directly link to the course you plan to study at university and

even to your future career.

Find out more

www.do-it.org

www.volunteering.org.uk

www.vinspired.com

Your local council website

Find your nearest volunteering centre: www.ncvo.org.uk/ncvo-volunteering/find-a-volunteer-centre

Different ways to volunteer

Mentoring younger students—in your own school or with another

Working in a charity shop

Supporting museums and art galleries by working in the shop or giving

tours

Admin and secretarial support for a charity

Gardening, fixing up allotments and improving the environment for your

community

Promoting a charity at your school and in your community

Supporting at food banks

Fundraising for your favourite charity

Working with young people in a youth club, the Scouts or Brownies

Supporting a one-off charitable event by helping with promotion or food

service

Volunteer with a befriending organisation that supports the elderly or

those with special needs

Operate the phone lines for a charity, e.g. Childline, Silverline or dona-

tion lines