<![CDATA[Queen’s Park High School Blog Feed - Apprenticeships, Career Opportunities & Events]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk%2Fblog%2F%3Fpid%3D102%26amp%3Bnid%3D6 Juniper Education Content Management System (CMS) Version: 4.5 (junipereducation.org) Wed, 4 Jun 2025 13:06:37 GMT Wed, 4 Jun 2025 13:06:37 GMT <![CDATA[ Choices Magazine ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=323 Is your child considering an apprenticeship as their next step?

Choices magazine is the ultimate parent and carer guide to apprenticeships and technical education! It is completely free of charge – find this month’s edition here: amapps.uk/parent-magazine and sign up to receive it each month, direct to your inbox: amapps.uk/choices

Amazing Apprenticeships’ Parent and Carer zone is also a great place to explore apprenticeships and technical education: amazingapprenticeships.com/zones/parent/

The June edition of Choices has just been released and can be downloaded here or from the bottom of this page.

]]> Wed, 4 Jun 2025 13:06:37 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=323 <![CDATA[ University Taster Days 2024 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=302 Thinking about University? Be proactive and research your next steps by attending some of the University Taster Day events for 2024 using this helpful guide. 

]]> Mon, 3 Jun 2024 17:27:23 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=302 <![CDATA[ National Apprenticeship Week 2023 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=272 Live session for parents will take place on Monday 6th Feb at 6pm and the CV writing masterclass for students will take place on Tuesday 7th Feb at 4.30pm. 

]]> Wed, 1 Feb 2023 13:47:31 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=272 <![CDATA[ Higher & Degree Apprenticeships 2022/23 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=263 New Higher & Degree Apprenticeship Vacancy Listing 2022/23 Recruitment 

]]> Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:52:26 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=263 <![CDATA[ Employability Guide ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=220 Are you looking to land your first job but not sure how to get started?

]]> Wed, 9 Jun 2021 12:41:35 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=220 <![CDATA[ Fire It Up Apprenticeships ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=212 New Higher & Degree Apprenticeship Vacancy Listing 2021/22 Recruitment 

]]> Thu, 17 Nov 2022 09:28:54 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=212 <![CDATA[ Google Apprenticeships ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=210 Create, Design, Code, Build for everyone! Join a work-and-study programme at Google and gain real world experience and get paid in the process.
Google UK Apprenticeships are now open for applications!

]]> Tue, 16 Mar 2021 09:40:49 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=210 <![CDATA[ Mechanical/Electronic Engineer ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=208 Mechanical and Electronic Engineer degree level apprenticeship opportunities for Year 12 and Year 13 students.

]]> Tue, 23 Feb 2021 19:20:20 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=208 <![CDATA[ HSBC opportunities ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=206 Do you want a career with opportunities? At HSBC there are a world of them! Find out more about the apprenticeship opportunities they currently have on offer.

]]> Wed, 10 Feb 2021 12:14:08 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=206 <![CDATA[ National Apprenticeship Week 2021 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=204 Whether you are looking for the next step after leaving school, or looking for a career change, National Apprenticeship Week is the perfect opportunity to find out more about apprenticeships and to participate in some of the free activities that have been prepared for you from a wide variety of organisations. 

]]> Thu, 28 Jan 2021 16:28:04 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=204 <![CDATA[ HSBC Work Experience ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=200 HSBC Work Experience is now live!

]]> Wed, 27 Jan 2021 11:43:04 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=200 <![CDATA[ Marks & Spencer's Webinar ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=201 2020 has proven how much retail means to our communities, so why not be a part of transforming it at one of the UK’s most iconic brands!

]]> Tue, 28 Jun 2022 15:20:54 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=201 <![CDATA[ Network Rail Apprenticeships ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=195 Network Rail is an incredible team of experts all working together to help millions of people get where they’re going. Through training, mentoring and guidance, Network Rail support each other, keep each other safe and bring out the best in each another.

]]> Sun, 29 Nov 2020 20:37:41 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=195 <![CDATA[ Apprenticeships Parents' Pack - Nov 2020 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=192 The latest apprenticeship information & advice for parents, supported by the National Apprenticeship Service.

]]> Thu, 19 Nov 2020 15:19:50 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=192 <![CDATA[ Discover LJMU ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=190 Due to the popularity of LJMU Student Support Sessions they have produced another schedule of events to complement their Open Days on 14th and 21st November (see full schedule below). 

]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2020 10:02:33 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=190 <![CDATA[ Apprenticeship Parents' Pack October 2020 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=187 The latest apprenticeship information & advice for parents, supported by the National Apprenticeship Service.

]]> Mon, 2 Nov 2020 15:32:00 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=187 <![CDATA[ Careers in Cyber Security ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=183 Want to be part of the next generation of cybersecurity specialists? 

]]> Wed, 23 Sep 2020 14:50:21 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=183 <![CDATA[ Self-Study Apprenticeship Guide ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=162 Amazing Apprenticeships have released an Interactive Student Apprenticeship Guide designed for students in Years 12 and 13 which includes 10 hours of self-directed learning activities. 

]]> Fri, 13 Mar 2020 12:23:11 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=162 <![CDATA[ Cyber Apprentice at MI5 & MI6 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=159 Cyber Apprenticeships; 22 months £22,677 London

]]> Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:42:42 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=159 <![CDATA[ Opportunities within Tata Steel ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=157 Shotton-based Tata Steel starts annual search for young people to join its prestigious apprenticeship scheme. 

]]> Wed, 19 Feb 2020 09:01:52 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=157 <![CDATA[ Airbus Open Evenings ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=156 Find out about Airbus insight events taking place this month

]]> Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:53:52 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=156 <![CDATA[ National Apprenticeship Week ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=154 'Look Beyond'

Please open the powerpoint document below which provides information on National Apprenticeship Week commencing 3rd - 7th February 2020  

]]> Mon, 2 Nov 2020 15:21:04 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=154 <![CDATA[ Bentley Motors Apprenticeships ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=153 Upcoming opportunities and activities for Bentley's Future Talent programmes

]]> Wed, 15 Jan 2020 13:49:41 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=153 <![CDATA[ Fire Fighter Apprenticeships ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=151 Register now for Firefighter Apprentices and Future Leader Apprentices before the online registration portal closes at 12 noon on 13th January 2020.

]]> Wed, 8 Jan 2020 14:09:51 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=151 <![CDATA[ NHS Careers Evening ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=147 Find out all about the careers on offer in the NHS.

]]> Wed, 11 Nov 2020 11:49:24 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=147 <![CDATA[ Vacancy Snapshot ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=146 This month five fantastic Vacancy Snapshot employers including Unilever, Rolls Royce, CISCO, Nestle and BAE Systems have opened their recruitment windows, which means it's time to apply! What are you waiting for. . .

]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2019 13:35:38 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=146 <![CDATA[ The Big Assembly ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=145 Did you miss Tomorrow's Engineers Week Big Assembly on 6th November? 

]]> Wed, 20 Nov 2019 13:24:58 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=145 <![CDATA[ Airbus Apprenticeships ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=141 Airbus apprenticeship programme opens for new applicants

]]> Fri, 8 Nov 2019 15:16:39 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=141 <![CDATA[ Careers Information Evening ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=139 Are you in Years 9-13? Are you ambitious? Don't miss the Careers Information Evening at our partner school on Wednesday 6th November from 6pm to 8pm.

]]> Wed, 23 Oct 2019 15:51:22 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=139 <![CDATA[ Year 12 - Edge Hill University ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=137 If you're thinking about what to study at University? Make sure you've checked out all your options and attend University Open Days and Subject Taster Days to find out more.

]]> Mon, 30 Sep 2019 11:28:16 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=137 <![CDATA[ Construction Apprenticeships ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=135 Building your future in construction?
There are more than 80 apprenticeship roles within construction. Which one is right for you?

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:02:10 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=135 <![CDATA[ Health Careers ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=134 Interested in a career in helping people?

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 10:45:21 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=134 <![CDATA[ Year 13 apprenticeship with Astrazeneca ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=136 New Degree Level Apprenticeship with AstraZeneca

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:09:55 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=136 <![CDATA[ Cambridge University Shadowing Scheme ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=133 Fitzwilliam College Cambridge is running a Shadowing Scheme for Year 12 students attending a state school or college in Cheshire.

]]> Thu, 26 Sep 2019 10:33:17 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=133 <![CDATA[ Engineering Careers ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=126 Interested in entering The Big Bang Competition, but don’t know where to start, or looking for project ideas to work on over the summer?

]]> Tue, 9 Jul 2019 11:05:58 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=126 <![CDATA[ Aon apprenticeships across the country ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=124 Start working or carry on studying? It's one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make so you need to be as informed as possible! Here's everything you need to know about one excellent option - an apprenticeship at Aon. Applications now open for 2019. 

]]> Tue, 18 Jun 2019 13:36:56 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=124 <![CDATA[ Careermag - June 2019 ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=123 Students are faced with a difficult decision when leaving school or college. There are so many options available from A-Levels to apprenticeships, BTECs and university choices - CareerMap aims to help young people make well-informed decisions about their futures and navigate the Post 16 options available to them.  Make sure you read the latest issue of Careermag - out now!

]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2019 12:08:49 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=123 <![CDATA[ Taster Days at Edge Hill University ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=122 Book now to reserve your place on a Subject Taster Day at Edge Hill University. These days allow students the chance to meet experienced academics and take part in workshops and lectures in a subject of interest, learn about student life from current students and experience the University's state-of-the-art facilities.

]]> Mon, 17 Jun 2019 10:52:55 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=122 <![CDATA[ GCSE Grading Scale ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=119 Want to find out more about the GCSE grading scale?
GOV.UK have released a factsheet with all you need to know. . . 

]]> Thu, 16 May 2019 16:02:56 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=119 <![CDATA[ Apprenticeship Parent Pack - May ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=118 Amazing Apprenticeships have issued their new May Parents Pack which includes typical interview questions, creative apprenticeships, apprentice and employer views on work experience, conversations about mental health, results day helpline and much more! 

]]> Thu, 16 May 2019 15:10:19 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=118 <![CDATA[ The Young Lawyer Summer Weekend ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=117 Work On A Homicide Case With Top Criminal Lawyers This Summer at The University College London: 6th-7th July 2019 (for ages 15-18years)

]]> Wed, 8 May 2019 10:01:01 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=117 <![CDATA[ Degree Apprenticeships at Fujitsu ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=116 Want to be the next generation of an organisation that is developing new technologies, pushing the boundaries of digital, and shaping the way we live our lives. Fujitsu funds the whole cost of your degree therefore their Degree Apprentice Programme is a way for you to study whilst you earn.

]]> Thu, 2 May 2019 10:41:27 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=116 <![CDATA[ Technology & Operations Apprenticeship at BAML ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=115 Apprenticeship Program | Technology & Operations
Start Date: August 2019
Location: Chester

]]> Wed, 1 May 2019 12:08:19 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=115 <![CDATA[ April Parents' Pack ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=114 Amazing Apprenticeships have just issued the new April Parents Pack which includes a step-by-step guide on how to use Vacancy Snapshot, tips for applying to legal apprenticeships, online support with applying for an apprenticeship, essentials for starting your new apprenticeship, meaningful career roles and much more! 

]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2019 12:35:27 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=114 <![CDATA[ Rock your next interview ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=113 Future Proof Careers is for those just starting out in the world of work. In each episode, they focus on a hot career topic and blow it wide open with real, honest advice from their QA apprentices, alumni and a range of career experts.

]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2019 14:25:22 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=113 <![CDATA[ Midwifery & Nursing ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=112 Considering a career in midwifery and nursing?

]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2019 15:08:44 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=112 <![CDATA[ Apprenticeship Parent Pack ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=109 Amazing Apprenticeships have just issued their March Parents Pack! This month features how to prepare for the first day in a new job, helping your child find the right employer, financial support for apprentices, construction apprenticeships with Mace, and much more! 

]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2019 09:44:16 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=109 <![CDATA[ CareerMag ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=108 The latest issue of CareerMag is out now! Click here to view > CareerMag

]]> Fri, 15 Mar 2019 16:54:18 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=108 <![CDATA[ ATOS Apprenticehips ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=105 Atos on the hunt for its next generation of specialists!

]]> Thu, 7 Mar 2019 13:13:18 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=105 <![CDATA[ Higher Apprenticeships Vacancies ]]> https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=104 The Higher and Degree Apprenticeship Listing showcases thousands of vacancies from various employers starting in 2019. You can apply for these apprenticeships and a full time place at university at the same time.

]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2019 13:15:52 GMT https://www.qphs.co.uk/blog/?pid=102&nid=6&storyid=104