Year 10 & 12 Work Experience
Year 12 Work Experience : Wednesday 24th and Thursday 25th June 2026
Year 10 Work Shadowing Day : Tuesday 30th June
Just a reminder that students must find their own work experience and contact employers directly to find and secure their placement.
Once placements have been secured, information must be entered on to Unifrog under the ‘Placements’ tab. Click on the ‘+ Add Placement’ button.
The deadline for Year 12s to upload their placements is Tuesday 5th May and for Year 10s it is on Friday 8th May.
Insights into Occupational Therapy: A Guest Speaker Visit
Yesterday, our Year 10 Health & Social Care students enjoyed an inspiring session with Ali Parkes, a Specialist Occupational Therapist (OT).
Ali provided a deep dive into the profession, explaining that the primary goal of an OT is to help individuals of all ages navigate challenges brought on by illness, injury, or ageing. Unlike many clinical roles, OTs focus on the whole person rather than just a medical label. They achieve this by:
- Adapting environments to suit a patient’s needs.
- Modifying tasks to make daily activities achievable.
- Promoting independence so individuals can lead fulfilling lives.
One of the most eye-opening parts of the talk was the sheer variety of settings where OTs work. You can find them in:
- NHS Hospitals
- Schools
- Prisons
- Rehabilitation Centres
Once qualified, the career path offers several “niche” avenues for specialisation, including Paediatrics, Neurology, and Hand Therapy.
For students interested in becoming an Occupational Therapist, Ali detailed the different entry requirements, highlighting both the traditional university route and the apprenticeship pathway. She also emphasised the essential soft skills – such as empathy and creative problem-solving – that are vital for success in this rewarding field.
Amazing Apprenticeships
*NEW* Higher & Degree Apprenticeships Vacancy Listing
The April mini-edition of the Higher & Degree vacancy listing has now launched!
Young Professionals Summer Conference London
Work Experience Day in London
Saturday 18th July, 2pm – 6pm
FAO Years 11, 12, 13 Students and Parents
We are incredibly excited to invite you to the Young Professionals Summer Conference in London at Friends House, based in Euston, London—our biggest and most ambitious event to date. Taking place on Saturday, 18th July, 2pm – 6pm this is your chance to join us and meet some of the most prestigious employers in business, banking, finance, law, engineering, and technology, all in one place. As it’s taking place on the weekend, no school, college or university time will need to be missed, giving you the ultimate flexibility to attend!
This event is designed for ambitious students who want to connect directly with top employers, gain insider knowledge from industry leaders, and set themselves up for career success. With a packed schedule of keynote speeches, interactive workshops, and networking opportunities, this is an unparalleled chance to gain a competitive edge in your chosen industry.
Dan Miller, our Founder and CEO and this year’s contestant on the BBC’s The Apprentice, will play a big part in the day and share his journey in founding the YP brand!
All students who attend will get a professional LinkedIn headshot as well as a digital PDF link packed with CV templates, how to start a business, top tips on applying to corporate roles, and lots of other useful content.
Event Details
Date: Saturday 18th July
Location: Friends House, London, Euston (right opposite Euston Train Station)
Time: 2pm – 6pm
Who can attend? All students at school/university
Meet Global Employers Looking for Future Talent
This year’s event will feature representatives from some of the biggest names in business, banking, finance, law, engineering, and technology. Some of the employers attending include: Goldman Sachs, Lloyds Banking Group, KPMG, Grant Thornton, UBS, Slaughter and May, Farrer & Co, A&O Shearman, Charles Russell Speechlys and many, many more still to be announced!
If you are serious about your future, this is the event you cannot afford to miss.
Why You Should Attend
- Exclusive networking with top employers – Speak directly with recruiters and decision-makers from the biggest global firms actively hiring young professionals. Get work experience and secure either a grad role or an apprenticeship
- Unmissable keynote speeches – Hear from senior business leaders (to be announced soon) as they share insights, career advice, and industry trends.
- Expand your professional network – Build valuable connections with industry experts, company representatives, and like-minded peers who share your career ambitions.
- Experience an event like no other – This is not just another careers fair. This is a next-level experience that could open doors to life-changing opportunities. We have workshop sessions you can go too on CV’s, LinkedIn, how to master the corporate recruitment process and much more!
This is the largest event we have ever hosted, and places are expected to fill up fast. If you want to connect with top employers, hear from industry leaders, and gain the tools to set yourself apart, register today before all places are taken. Please note that there is a booking fee of £26 to secure your place, this goes towards the venue hire, AV and tech costs, goodie bags, downloadable resources for you to keep, as well as some of the incredible speakers we are booking for this event.
Register Now:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Summer26_PM
We look forward to welcoming you to The Young Professionals Summer Conference!
Best regards,
Dan Miller
Founder and CEO
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