In this module you will learn about some of the basic concepts and principles within health and social care. You will also learn about the values and constitution of the NHS, before taking part in an activity and quiz to help you understand your own values and see how they align with a career in this industry. 

Welcome to Health and Social Care

In this module you will learn about the most common mental health conditions, how they are treated, and the different ways care is provided in a variety of health settings; followed by an engaging activity and quiz.

Common Mental Health Conditions

In this module, you will learn the key concepts in mental health nursing, as well as the required skills, roles and responsibilities. This module will also include an interactive activity and a quiz.

Meet Your Mentor - Mental Health Nurse

In this module you will learn the fundamentals of mental health support work, as well as the required skills, roles and responsibilities. This module will also include an interactive activity and quiz. 

Meet Your Mentor - Mental Health Support Worker

In this module you will discover what it means to work as a psychologist and psychiatrist, as well as the required skills, roles and responsibilities. This module will also include an interactive activity and a quiz.

Meet Your Mentor - Psychologist/Psychiatrist

In this module you will learn the fundamentals of therapy, as well as the required skills, roles and responsibilities. This module will also include an interactive activity and a quiz.

Meet Your Mentor - Therapy Roles

In this module you will explore the key principles of mental health administration, as well as the required skills, roles and responsibilities in this field.  This module will also include an interactive activity and a quiz.

Meet Your Mentor - Mental Health Administrator

This module will provide an overview of roles available to students in mental health care. This module will also include information referring to required skills and qualifications for these roles, followed by a fun quiz.

Student Roles in Mental Health

This module will provide an overview of the career pathways within mental health care. This module will also include invaluable advice on writing your CV, interviews, teamwork and presentation skills, followed by an activity which will inspire you to plan your career pathway.

Employability Skills

The programme will also include a series of live webinars where you'll hear from some of the following professions: Mental Health Nurse, Mental Health Support Worker, Physiologists, Psychiatrists, Arts Therapist and Mental Health Administrator 

Live Webinars

As the importance of good mental health has been illuminated in recent years, so has the demand for mental health care professionals. During this free two-week virtual work experience programme you will meet a range of mental health professionals across a variety of roles who will give you an overview of their experiences, both qualifying and within the industry, with opportunities for Q&A.

Applications are open to students aged 14+ who are based in the Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent area.

The Mental Health Career Virtual Experience in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent

Ever thought about a career in mental health?

You will learn about some of the key roles and responsibilities of mental health care staff throughout this programme, including nursing, administration, therapies and more! This programme will also include an employability skills module, which will show you available career pathways (including opportunities in Staffordshire and Stoke-on-Trent!) and how to apply for these roles. There will also be a range of quizzes and engaging activities to spark your interest in mental health care, and give you further insight into what it really means to work in care settings.

Thank you for taking the time to create this programme. The volunteers on the live sessions were all really nice and down to earth which was really good to hear proper experiences in this industry, without sugar coating or hiding anything. To the people who made this project brief and stuff for us: I really enjoyed it and I thought it was the perfect topic and it's nice to bring more awareness and knowledge of this subject to more people!
Also all the videos were really nice on this programme. Very full of life and engaging!

Rhea

Thank you for providing opportunity for young people like me who had no previous exposure to the industry. This programme has some great elements that differentiates itself with other work experience providers. The programme particularly focuses on ourselves: our confidence, our skills and what we want to do in the future rather than just the work opportunities available and how to get there. I've really enjoyed this programme and hope there would be more opportunities into this specific field.

Thank you very much for this experience. This sector sounds fascinating and I will definitely explore more. During and after lockdown, my opportunities for work experience were completely erased. But thank to this wonderful virtual work experience, I am able to gather crucial experience to write down on my CV and personal statement. Thank you once again!

Evan

You’ll earn a certificate if you complete the
programme.

You’ll get practical skills and knowledge.

Add the experience to your CV and Personal Statement.

This programme is students who are year 10-13  live in the Worcestershire students ONLY.

Introduction to the Engineering and Manufacturing Industry

Innovation in Mechanical Engineering

Technology in Engineering

Green Technology in Engineering

Early Careers and Pathways

Engineering and manufacturing are vast and varied industries with a range of exciting areas you could specialise in. From aerospace and agricultural to biomedical and building services, you certainly have a lot of options to choose from and are sure to find something to suit your interests! 

This programme is on-demand - so you will be enrolled if you are eligible. 

This programme is open to students who are year 10-13  live in the Worcestershire students ONLY.

Worcestershire Local Enterprise Partnership (WLEP)

This programme will provide you with an introduction to engineering, manufacturing and production, the opportunities available, and an overview of pathways into these industries. Not only will you get the chance to build your industry knowledge, but you’ll also develop employability skills, take part in activities and quizzes, learn more from industry professionals, and reflect on your experience with us here at Springpod. 

You’ll meet professionals in live workshops and be able to ask them questions.

You’ll complete activities and work assignments to develop skills and knowledge.

Complete all work and assignments at times that are suitable to you.

Self management

Social intelligence

Innovation

Preparing for employment

The labour market for young people is now more competitive than ever before. It has become increasingly difficult to stand out enough for employers to notice you. What separates great candidates from good ones? One of the main strengths employers are looking for is a high level of employability skills. This programme will help you develop the hard and soft skills needed for accelerating your career and personal development.

Get ready for your future with the City of Glasgow College

This programme will cover self management, social intelligence, innovation and preparing for employment. Within these modules you'll learn about soft skills like communication, punctuality and resilience as well as hard skills like building the perfect CV, presenting and objective setting. There's come coverage of rarer topics too like becoming an entrepreneur so everyone will be able to find loads of useful information and advice in this programme. You'll cover all this and so much more so get your applications in today if you're keen to level up your early career prospects!

We're kicking off this event by taking a look at accountancy in the UK today; we'll share some history and explain how big this industry is, we'll even look at the current trends, so you get a well-rounded picture. You'll also hear some compelling reasons to pursue a career in accountancy, and we'll get you on the road by mapping out some of the career pathways. 

Module 1: Accountancy in the UK

Whoever said money makes the world go round knew a thing or two about accountancy. Managing money effectively is the key to being successful in business, and we're going to deep dive into topics like managing change in the business environments and critical analysis - they sound tricky now, but they'll be a cakewalk soon! 

Module 2: Accountancy and business

In the following few modules, we will hear from the professionals themselves in a series of live talks. You'll be able to ask questions and take away some insider top tips to make any future applications shine. 

Module 3: Hear from the professionals

This module is all about propelling you to success! We know writing a CV and filling out job applications can feel overwhelming, so we're here to help. By the end of this module, you'll be well on your way to having the CV of dreams and a cover letter to match.

Module 4: Your next steps in accountancy

Who better yet to introduce you to the world of accountancy thanthe Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW) - the leaders in accountancy. You'll hear all about the organisation and how you can succeed in this fast-paced industry. Kickstart your career in accounting and get your application in today!

Students in years 10-13 are welcome to apply

Think you have what it takes to be a successful accountant? Let ICAEW lead the way…

Experts from the ICAEW will introduce you to the industry as well as the different career paths you could take. You'll hear from the experts, take part in quizzes and activities and discover skills you didn't know you had! You'll also get the chance to question young professionals (who are just a few steps ahead of you) to find out more about application processes and their top tips. 

Thank you for taking the time to create this programme. The volunteers on the live sessions were all really nice and down to earth which was really good to hear proper experiences in this industry, without sugar coating or hiding anything. To the people who made this project brief and stuff for us: I really enjoyed it and I thought it was the perfect topic and it's nice to bring more awareness and knowledge of this subject to more people! Also all the videos were really nice on this programme. Very full of life and engaging!

Thank you for providing opportunity for young people like me who had no previous exposure to the industry/ This programme has some great elements that differentiates itself with other work experience providers. The programmeg particularly focuses on ourselves: our confidence, our skills and what we want to do in the future rather than just the work opportunities available and how to get there. I've really enjoyed this programme and hope there would be more opportunities into this specific field

In this module you’ll be introduced to Jaguar Land Rover as a brand; touching on its history, current operations and the future vision. Strategy and career opportunities will be covered too so you’ll have a firm understanding of Jaguar Land Rover before you dive deeper into different aspects of the business.

Module 1 - An introduction to Jaguar Land Rover

Here the engineering and manufacturing roles will be put under the spotlight. You’ll learn about the roles at Jaguar Land Rover, how to get into these fields and hear from employees in a live webinar so you’ll leave this insight event with an honest idea of what to expect in this line of work.

Module 2 - Engineering and manufacturing at Jaguar Land Rover

These are the roles that keep a massive multi-national corporation like Jaguar Land Rover running smoothly. Without IT, Analytics and other corporate positions filled by experts, the innovative mission of Jaguar Land Rover would be impossible to achieve. Learn from actual employees about their day to day experience and complete an activity to cement your understanding.

Module 3 - Corporate roles at Jaguar Land Rover

The event will round off by helping you take charge of your next steps. Jaguar Land Rover will give you some advice on the job application process and how you can ace their assessments. In the live webinar, you’ll meet the Jaguar Land Rover recruiter so you know the information you’ll be receiving really works!

Module 4 - Next steps

Jaguar Land Rover is one of the most well known luxury vehicle manufacturers in the world. With an emphasis on sustainable innovation over the next decade this is a really exciting time to get stuck in and learn from the people who work there every day about the wide range of career paths available in this industry as well as the specifics of working for Jaguar Land Rover. Kickstart your career in the automotive industry and get your application in today!

If you miss the live sessions, you can watch them back on demand

Could you be the future of movement? Take your next steps with Jaguar Land Rover 

Experts from Jaguar Land Rover will take you through a wide range of topics in this insight event to cover the different career paths you could take in this industry. You’ll hear about engineering and manufacturing at Jaguar Land Rover, the more corporate roles like Analytics and Finance as well as receive valuable advice and tips for the whole application process.

We all know about the NHS, chances are most of us have used it at some point in our lives, but what makes it tick and how does it work? Well, this module aims to show you. You'll hear about life at one of the UK's busiest and most successful foundation trusts, including. 

Guy’s, St Thomas’, Evelina London Children’s Hospital and Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals. and a wide range of community-based services. These hospitals and community services have a long and proud history of excellence in clinical care and are world-famous for medical breakthroughs and innovation.
We think you’ll ace it, that’s why this module’s quiz will test you on everything you know so far!

Welcome to Guy's and St Thomas'

Did you know there are 14 different allied health professions? Over this module, we're going to break down what an allied health professional does. From physiotherapy to diagnostic or therapeutic radiography, this field really does have it all. You'll even get to walk in an AHP's shoes and we're not talking basic podiatry!

Meet the AHPs

This module introduces pharmacy, including 3 key roles: pharmacy assistant, pharmacy technician, and pharmacist. You'll learn how to become a pharmacist and get a flavour of their work in the module activity.

Pharmacy

This module will provide an overview of the skills needed to work in the NHS such as teamwork, respect for others, adaptability, taking the initiative, planning and organisation, and more! You will receive a valuable and unique insight into the application process at this Trust, and a deep dive into empathic listening and communication.

Getting career ready

What does your dream job look like? Is it the chance to help and make a difference in people's lives? Well, a career in healthcare sounds right up your alley. In this virtual work experience programme, you’ll be introduced to the world of Allied Health Professions (AHP) in the NHS, and some tips and tricks to boost your employability skills.  Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is giving you the perfect opportunity to get going with your dream career - don’t miss out!

The programme is open for students in years 10-13 who live in South-East London, The Royal Borough of Kensington & Chelsea, or London Borough of Hillingdon

Allied Health Professions & Pharmacy -  join us, learn with us, stay and grow at Guy's and St Thomas'

When we say this programme is jam-packed we mean it! We cover the world of NHS at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, pathways within Allied Health Professions and Pharmacy and what you need to do now to kickstart your career!

You will learn about some of the key roles, responsibilities and skills, the available career pathways and how to apply for these roles. There will also be a range of quizzes and engaging activities to spark your interest in the AHP and Pharmacy professions and give you further insight into what it really means to work in care settings.

Thank you for providing an opportunity for young people like me who had no previous exposure to the industry/ This programme has some great elements that differentiates itself from other work experience providers. The programme particularly focuses on ourselves: our confidence, our skills and what we want to do in the future rather than just the work opportunities available and how to get there. I've really enjoyed this programme and hope there would be more opportunities in this specific field

You’ll earn a certificate if you complete the programme.

Students in years 10-13 that attend a school or college in the UK, are welcome to apply

So, you know what a security guard is, what they do, where you might find them. But what is cyber security? And why is it so important for modern technology of today? In this module we will explain the key concepts and frameworks, including what constitutes risk and what makes a robust cyber defence strategy. We'll also have a look at some of the career opportunities/pathways in cyber security at Fujitsu.

Cyber Security

City living is on the up! Statistics suggest that by the year 2050, 66% of all people will live in urban areas. That’s an increase of 2.5 billion people! So, what’s a Smart City? This module will tell you! We'll also explain what the Internet of Things (IoT) is and the role it plays in our future and share some great resources for further reading, so you're able to come up with your own IoT device. 

Smart Cities

Quantum computing… what a scary sounding name! We won’t lie, it is a complex subject, but we're here to help. We'll explain how quantum computers are able to process vast amounts of information at lightning speed, and we'll explain how quantum computing is aiding development at Fujitsu. Once you've got the basics of quantum computing down your task is to think about what other industries could use this technology and what they could use it for!

Quantum Computing

You'll hear all about the career opportunities available at Fujitsu and what to do now so your CV and cover letter stands out later! You'll also get to hear from a junior employee who is just starting their career at Fujitsu as well as their top tips.

Careers at Fujitsu

Fujitsu is one of the world's largest IT service providers - but what do they actually do? This programme will open Fujitsu's doors and let you see inside. You'll discover smart cities and try your hand at quantum computing.

Jat Sahi

Camilo Mesias

Paul Senior

We've worked with some awesome employers on our Fujitsu WorkX. Check out some of our speakers.

Experience working at one of the biggest IT companies on the planet

On this Fujitsu WorkX virtual work experience programme, you’ll learn about the company’s passion for using technology to create a more inclusive and sustainable future in the Fujitsu Way. You’ll get to explore various areas of the business including cybersecurity, quantum computing and automation.

Thank you very much for this experience. Fujitsu sounds fascinating and I will definitely explore them more. During and after lockdown, my opportunities for work experience were completely erased. But thank to this wonderful virtual work experience, I am able to gather crucial experience to write down on my CV and personal statement. Thank you once again.

Emma

I would like to thank you for creating this programme to provide great work experience and the opportunity to see what working in this industry really is about. I enjoyed the webinars and loved hearing how you became an employee in Fujitsu. I greatly appreciate it and it has allowed me to learn so many things, making me understand IT more and be able to know in which direction my future will go. Again, thank you! 

Clem

Thank you for all the information that you have given me, I found this really useful, as this has made me have a better understanding of technology and what the next steps that I would like to take! And thank you taking the time out of your busy schedules so that we could all understand what you do and answering all of our questions.

Daria

L’Arche is a movement with 11 communities across the UK and more than 150 worldwide. You don’t need to choose between developing your career and contributing to a life-changing cause. Discover how you could get a Health and Social Care apprenticeship while sharing life in community with people who have a learning disability.

Become a community-builder – while getting an apprenticeship!

Community not institutions! That’s what people with a learning disability have demanded. But how do you create inclusive communities where one of the most under-represented groups in the country really belong? Discover what L’Arche is doing and why it’s so important.

From Care to Community: what people with learning disabilities really want

In these insight events you’ll be introduced to the world of supporting people with disabilities and enabling them to lead fulfilling lives. The assistants at L’Arche are more than just professional carers, they become friends with the people they help and are super valuable to the community. They truly believe in their core message that people with learning disabilities have so much to teach and contribute to the world. Learn how you can become the person to facilitate this. Kickstart your career in care today.

Open to students, teacher, parents and carers.

Do you have what it takes to be a community-builder?

You’ll find out more about L’Arche, delving into the services they provide, the structure of their organisation, what a ‘L’Arche Community’ is and how you can build an exciting career for yourself. You’ll be hearing from members of the 11 L’Arche Communities in the UK and you’re sure to come away from the events inspired and informed about careers in care.

Complete all work and assignments at times that are suitable to you

Thank you for providing opportunity for young people like me who had no previous exposure to the industry/ This programme has some great elements that differentiates itself with other work experience providers. The programmeg particularly focuses on ourselves: our confidence, our skills and what we want to do in the future rather than just the work opportunities available and how to get there. I've really enjoyed this programme and hope there would be more opportunities into this specific field.

This programme is open to students, parents and carers and school staff.

This month, Lloyd’s are inviting you to their webinar on the 10th of Feburary with current apprentices and their Senior Resourcing partner. Our apprentices will give you an insight into their day to day roles and some of the projects they've worked on. You’ll also have the chance to ask your questions about how Lloyd’s can help you bring your future to life.

Lloyd’s is the world’s leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace. They’ve been providing and handling insurance claims for hundreds of years - they form the foundation of the insurance industry. The Apprenticeships available are an alternative to going to University and offer you a fantastic start to your career. They last between 18 months-3 years, some are degree level apprenticeships and all of them provide you with professional external qualifications at the end of it. There are an exciting variety of programmes on offer: insurance, business, financial services operations, tax, internal audit, actuarial, or technology and data.

You’ll have the chance to experience life in a fast-paced corporation. All of the programmes consist of multiple placements in different departments, giving you a great opportunity to experience life at Lloyd’s, gain invaluable work experience and develop your professional skills.  

The webinar will take place on the 10th of February at 5pm

A Day In the Life of a Lloyd's Apprentice

You’ll meet professionals in live
workshops and be able to ask
them questions.

Gain meaningful work experience