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I work for the Black Country Consortium in partnership with The Careers and Enterprise Company - All views are my own

West Midlands, England
Joined April 2016
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VERY excited - the new course we co authored for staff working with students with SEND in special schools schools and Colleges is out! Co developed and run by @theCDI it is going to really help you improve your practice - sign up! @CareerEnt @theCDI @TalentinoCareer
Join us on Thursday 28 January at 10am to learn how employers can support young people with additional needs into work. We'll hear from @NatGridJobs, @CadentGasLtd and @DPDgroup_news. There will also be a live Q&A session with local pupils. Sign up 👉 blackcountrychamber.co.uk/ev…
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Face to face career fairs are not taking place , sign up for the virtual expo to bridge that gap !
The Black Country Virtual Careers Expo goes live on Thursday. Pupils, parents and teachers will be able to access career advice from a fantastic mix of local and national organisations, in partnership with @BCSkillsFactory and @CareerEnt. Register 👉 ukcareersfair.com/black-coun…
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We are seeking employers of today to inspire employees of the future - can you help ? @BCSkillsFactory @CareerEnt
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Today we launch our new resources for Employers and Enterprise Advisers working with students with special educational needs and disabilities. Visit for support and information about the process of working with SEND students and special schools. resources.careersandenterpri…
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For anyone who is looking to start a new career in construction, register now for the careers fair and hear directly from employers about how to access the job opportunities that are coming to the West Midlands.
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Good to see @tes running articles on careers education during this time highlighting the need for a good digital careers programme in schools www-tes-com.cdn.ampproject.o…
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A great event to find out more about careers with the @NHSuk
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Thought this may be useful for @StreetlyAcademy students - Mrs Oconnor is available via email if any support is needed with next steps and in school next Wednesday
youthemployment.org.uk/event… - Ahead of GCSE results day, tomorrow Tuesday the 18th August , here is a free webinar offering advice and guidance and the opportunity for students and parents to ask questions
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With A Level Results Day on Thursday, today is all about the power of Problem Solving 💛 #resultsday
youthemployment.org.uk/event… - Lots of impartial advice and support for young people and their parents ahead of A level results this Thursday. There will be the same support next week for those collecting GCSE results
Just finished your GCSEs or A-Levels. What's your next step? Or in year 10 and looking to forward plan My Choices is here to help you @StreetlyAcademy Sign up via @LearnLiveUK @CareerEnt on Monday 3rd August from 10 am - 3 pm. ➡️buff.ly/30bzHxd #Mychoices
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The Careers & Enterprise Company - We are live! Monday, 3rd August @ 10.00am ‘My Choices’ broadcast lots of hints and tips for young people to navigate their next steps in a variety of applications and selection settings. ⁦@StreetlyAcademy⁩ learnliveuk.com/the-careers-…
Summer Activities for ⁦@StreetlyAcademy⁩ pupils. A great virtual resource in ‘My Week of Work’. It’s a FREE programme, which includes lessons, employer videos and insight into the skills the workplace look for. Upskill during the summer holidays. classroom.thenational.academ…
For @StreetlyAcademy parents Looking to retrain or gain new employability skills check out these Fully funded courses for Walsall parents - view flyer mcusercontent.com/a13fa8ad4a…
A Virtual Careers Event for any @StreetlyAcademy students who are interested in Aerospace/Aviation careers. The event is being hosted by the Farnborough International Airshow Friday 24th July. For anyone who would like to register use the following link: connect.farnboroughairshow.c…
Incase @StreetlyAcademy Y11 and Y13 Students missed it - The prime minister addresses all school leavers youtube.com/watch?v=R-WsDuO6…
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Calling all year 11s and their parents - a great online event to support with transition to post 16 study - LIVE on Monday 3rd August @ 10:00am till 3:00pm My Choices broadcast brought to you by @CareerEnt NOT TO BE MISSED ! .learnliveuk.com/the-careers-…
All year 11s @StreetlyAcademy have been set a google form to complete as some of their post 16 study options have changed over lockdown - can you please complete these so I know how best to support you and your child regarding next steps
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