Careers Opportunities 3

21st November 2023Ciaran Prendergast

Year 12 Student Shadowing Outreach Initiative – Plymouth University:

Student Shadowing is an exciting outreach initiative where we invite year 12 students on to our campus for the day to experience a day in the life of a university student, studying the course (or subject area) they are interested in. We would welcome applications from students in year 12 from your school.

This is a FREE event, and we invite all student from your school or college to apply.

For more detailed information about student shadowing  visit our website.

 

Screen Skills:

Information on a career in film, TV, games, animation or VFX

https://www.screenskills.com/starting-your-career/

 

NHS Careers Untapped – Wed 6th Dec 16.30 – 18.00

The NHS Careers Untapped NHS Team are pleased to announce our next webinar will focus on careers in primary care and the community. Roles we will be spotlighting include:

  • Find & Treat Homeless Team
  • GP Practice Manager
  • Social Work
  • Lead Practitioner
  • Clinical Pharmacist
  • Social Prescriber
  • Health & Wellbeing Coach
  • First Contact Physiotherapist
  • General Practice Nurse
  • Pre-Reg Pharmacist

To register to attend, please follow the link below

Webinar Registration – Zoom

 

HOP – Virtual Employer Encounters

Upcoming encounters include

  • Leisure Centres
  • Visual Merchandising

The HOP website also has many other videos that have been recorded previously including:

  • Radiography
  • Nutrition
  • Media and Communications
  • Wed design
  • And many many more – all of these can be found at the bottom of the webpage once you click the link below

Click here for more information

 

Current labour market trends

Click here

 

Some free resources for Primary and Secondary students

https://neonfutures.org.uk/experiences/ 

 

Accenture Technology Degree Apprenticeships

https://accenture.apply.cappats.com/jobs/view/169

 

Cisco Pathways Work Experience – February 2024

Application Invitation

Programme dates: 12-16 February

 

We have three options to attend. For students who live close enough to travel to our offices in West London or Manchester there is an option of a hybrid week with the Monday and Friday in the office at Bedfont Lakes, Feltham or Didsbury, Manchester. The third option is fully virtual option.

 

Please note, the deadline for the applications is Thursday 04 January.

How to apply:

Apply for hybrid programme: Hybrid in Bedfont Lakes, West London office or Didsbury near Manchester office (2 days in office & 3 days virtual)

Apply for virtual programme – Fully Virtual

Please be careful and make sure you apply for the programme you want to attend. If you intend to attend the hybrid programme you should research where the offices are and make sure that you can get there.

Last year we had over 200 applications so may close early this year if we exceed that number. So please apply early and don’t leave it to the last minute.

The programme will provide opportunities to learn about Cisco and the IT industry. You’ll hear from technical teams and business teams. There’ll be a challenge that you work on as a group and then present to our Cisco judges and we’ll be learning about and practising employability skills such as interviewing and CVs. Plus learn about routes into Cisco straight from school via the apprenticeships, as an intern once at university or as a graduate after university. This is a full five days of learning opportunities. You will need a device, preferably with a camera, to join the virtual meetings. A laptop is best, with a tablet and then a phone in the order of how to get the best experience.

 

Insight into TFL (Transport for London) Virtual Event

· Tuesday 28th November 5.00pm – 6.30pm

· Open to all students in Y11, 12, 13

· Targeted to students looking to get into Engineering, Business and Technology

· Application link  https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/InsightIntoTFL

 

AICPA CIMA Virtual Insight Event

· Wednesday 29th November 2023, 5.00pm – 6.30pm

· Open to all students Y11, 12, 13

· Targeted to students looking to get into Accounting, Finance & Investment Management, and Business

· Application link  https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/AICPACIMAVirtualEvent

 

Insight to Lloyds Banking Group

· Tuesday 5th December 2023, 5.00pm – 6.00pm

· Open to all students in Y11, 12, 13

· Targeted to students looking to get into Business, Finance, Accounting, Data Analytics, Technology, Risk, and HR

· Application link https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/LloydsBankingGroupCareersLive

 

RAF Engineering Insight Event

· Tuesday 5th December 2023, 5.00pm – 6.30pm

· Open to all students in Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland)

· Targeted to students looking to get into Engineering and STEM

· Application link https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/RAFVirtualEngineering

Careers Opportunities 2

8th November 2023Ciaran Prendergast

Free virtual work experience opportunities:

Speakers for schools – click here

Forage – click here

 

Deloitte, Clifford Chance, Fragomen and AWE

Below are 4 really exciting opportunities that your students can get involved with over the next week or so. We have events coming up with Deloitte, Clifford Chance, Fragomen and AWE. Each link below will take students to a separate application form along with all the information they need on each of the events.

Deloitte are the biggest accounting and professional services firm in the world, Clifford Chance are the UK’s biggest law firm and ranked number 9 globally, Fragomen are the worlds biggest corporate immigration law firm and AWE are one of the UK’s most top-secret Ministry of Defence Agencies.

The Fragomen Immigration Law School – Work Experience Evening Event:

· Tuesday 14th November, 6pm – 8pm & Tuesday 21st November, 6pm – 8pm

· Open to all students in Y11, Y12, Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland)

· Targeted to students looking to get into Law

· Application link https://sial-zcmp.campaign-view.eu/ua/SharedView?od=3z250e158e432e75a990fd4f079b3b9dc4&cno=11a2b0b1dc132a9&cd=11a926524ef8179a&m=0

 

Insight to Deloitte:

· Wednesday 15th November, 5pm – 6:30pm

· Open to all students in Y11, Y12, Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland)

· Targeted to students looking to get into Business, Accounting or Technology

· Application link https://sial-zcmp.campaign-view.eu/ua/SharedView?od=3z250e158e432e75a990fd4f079b3b9dc4&cno=11a2b0b1dd4264b&cd=11a926524ee72e0e&m=0

 

Insight to AWE a Ministry of Defence Agency:

· Tuesday 21st November, 5pm – 6pm

· Open to all students in Y11, Y12, Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland)

· Targeted to students looking to get into the Civil Service, Engineering & Top-Secret Missions 

· Application link https://sial-zcmp.campaign-view.eu/ua/SharedView?od=3z250e158e432e75a990fd4f079b3b9dc4&cno=11a2b0b1c709f6b&cd=11a926524ef1c277&m=0

 

Insight to Magic Circle Firm Clifford Chance – The biggest law firm in the UK:

· Wednesday 22nd November, 5pm – 6pm

· Open to all students in Y11, Y12, Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland)

· Targeted to students looking to get into Law

· Application link https://sial-zcmp.campaign-view.eu/ua/SharedView?od=3z250e158e432e75a990fd4f079b3b9dc4&cno=11a2b0b1e702050&cd=11a926524e92447e&m=0

 

Young Professionals Females of the Future – Leicester Square

· Thursday 30th November, 5pm – 8pm

· Open to all students in Y11, Y12, Y13 & Y14 – NI (S4, S5 & S6 – Scotland)

· Targeted to students looking to get into the Business, Finance, Accounting, Law & STEM

· Employers Involved include Goldman Sachs, Bloomberg, KPMG, RAF, TfL, Fidelity International, Legal & General & many more!

· Application link https://sial-zcmp.campaign-view.eu/ua/SharedView?od=3z250e158e432e75a990fd4f079b3b9dc4&cno=129de78342b380&cd=11a926524efa3d00&m=0

A great opportunity for female students curious about a career in Engineering!

Opportunity in London: Dyson are a global technology enterprise offering a range of fantastic early career opportunities.

They are hosting a FREE in-person female only ‘Get Into Engineering’ employer event on Thursday 23rd November at Stepney All Saints School.

This is a great chance for your students to be able to meet and network with leading employers, get the inside scoop on opportunities they can apply for and tips on standing out in applications.

Thursday 23rd November | 17:00-19:30

Click here for more information
Kick start your career as an artist

Get your work in a world-class galleryDeadline 27 November 2023
Exhibit your work in the Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art (Newcastle) alongside other artists.All types of art eligible including: painting, drawings, sculpture, film, tapestry and photography
Click here for more information

Dentons Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme

Click here

 

Apprenticeship – Finance– Foundation

Click here

 

BP Degree Apprenticeship – Trading & Shipping

MBDA Stevenage work experience schemes for 2024. Engineering, Software, and Business schemes.

 

FAO Y11, Y12 & Y13 Students – Careers within the UK Government / Civil Service with AWE – The Atomic Weapons Company

We are so excited to announce a brand-new partnership with one of the highest profiles / top secret defence agencies in the United Kingdom, Atomic Weapons Establishment, AWE!

AWE are a high security organisation that are part of the United Kingdom’s Ministry of Defence. The Ministry of Defence protect people, territories, values, and interests at home and overseas. Through their strong-armed forces and in partnership with allies, AWE help ensure the nation’s security, support our national interests, and safeguard the UK’s prosperity. Working for the government / civil service is a highly rewarding career which is why they are ranked among one of the best sectors for school laver to work in.

AWE are working on some of the most top-secret missions, building nuclear warheads that sit on submarines and war ships all helping to keep the country safe using some of the best technology and systems in the world. And what’s more incredible is that you as a school lever can join them straight from school on one of their student programmes.

On Tuesday 21st November, between 5pm – 6pm, we will be hosting an Insight Evening with AWE virtually. This will allow you to learn a lot more about the organisation as well as the defence industry, and you will have the opportunity to take part in a hands-on top-secret workshop. AWE will also be launching some brand new apprenticeships, so if you have an interest in working for the government and would like a future career in this sector then this will be ideal for you.

Places are strictly limited due to the workshop element so if you’d like to apply please do so ASAP.

Application Link:

https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/5FPQYM3

 

Take your Legal Career to New Heights – Join our Virtual Insight Evening Event with The University of Law! Thursday 16th November, from 5pm – 6:30pm.

 

Do you have an interest in studying law at university or are you considering a solicitor apprenticeship? Or perhaps you’re looking for a training contract or summer internship? If so, then you will not want to miss this event!

We are excited to invite you to our incredible Virtual Insight Evening with The University of Law on Thursday 16th November, from 5pm – 6:30pm, where top law professionals will be sharing their experience of careers in the legal industry, as well as sharing their key tips on our panel discussion to give you a real insight into their world of work.

The breadth of industry knowledge and insight that will be shared throughout the evening will provide you with real clarity to help you decide on your future career path. There will also be Q&A opportunities throughout the evening so you can ask any burning questions you have, or simply find out more about the industry from the most experienced law professionals!

So, are you looking to take your first step into the legal industry? If so, sign up to this fantastic event with The University of Law using the link below to secure your spot!

Application Link:

https://www.surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ULawInsightEvent

Frost Fair – Saturday 2nd December, 12 – 4 pm

15th July 2023Heather Morgan

Frost Fair - Saturday 2nd December,

The Simon Balle All-through School's Frost Fair!

Including performances from:

12.30 - Sixth Form

1 - Secondary Choir

1.30 - Year 4-6 Choir

2 - Year 2-3 Choir

2.30 - Dance

3 - Sixth Form

Musical News – March 2023

17th March 2023Heather Morgan

What a musical time.....

This half term sees over 350 musicians performing in various concerts, recitals and gigs. The culmination of months of hard work by so many. Below you will find so much to celebrate - do please take time to read through and listen to what our fabulous musicians have created. We do this so that our wider community can be part of the audience as well!
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Why does this matter?
Performances show progress, enjoyment and provide celebration. From the BIg Band evening to Rock School and Year 2 celebrations via Strings and Singing, a drum evening, guitars and more.
There is always something to celebrate in our music. What we always need is you at home to join in. Celebrate and make a fuss. It does make a difference.
When we are busy, the musicians are busy. Being busy teaches our students commitment, organisation and how to deal with deadlines. At home, we ask that you support us. by putting our dates in your calendars and ensuring that musicians are at the events and rehearsals they need to be at. These are lessons for life - working to a high standard under pressure. I am so proud of our high expectations - we do not accept second best, but support all to achieve their very best.
Never forget how important you are at home to the musical life of your young musician. The musical triangle of you, us and the young musician is so powerful.
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Mark Taylor, Director of Music

Meet the Music Ambassador!

We re getting to know our Music Ambassadors in Y6 and Y13 this year, please see our most recent posts!

Lawrence, Y12, joined the ambassador team in September. He heavily involved in music ensembles across the All-Through, and provides excellent support for our larch musicians. He is a valued member of the team!

 

A Celebration of Brass

"I really enjoyed performing in the Celebration of Brass concert as we got to showcase everything we had been working on and everyone was very supportive. It was great how it involved students from the larch all the way up to year 13 as it meant younger students could be inspired by the older ones and it shows that music is for anyone of any age. We played a variety of different genres of music including choral music,  classical, and a hip hop mash up, showing the audience that brass instruments are very versatile. The concert also showed all the brass instruments that are played at Simon Balle like the trumpet, trombone, tuba and the more unusual ones like the flugelhorn and the piccolo trumpet. I thought it was a very successful concert as everyone had worked hard in rehearsals and it definitely paid off and I heard many audience members say how much they enjoyed it. The highlight of the concert for me was performing a solo to the song tango final by Astor Piazzolla with the rest of the ensemble playing the backing. It was such an amazing experience as I had never done anything like that before and it was a lot of fun. I thought I would be nervous but I was totally absorbed in the music. It was great!"

May, Year 10

 

An Evening with the Simon Balle Big Band

The Simon Balle Big Band continue to excel, work so hard and achieve amazing musical things. They are at the top of our musical pyramid and performed with such professionalism. I am so proud of them as a group of musicians, reaching a standard rarely seen in schools. Do read these two reviews. I am especially taken by Millie's - her favourite piece was YMCA. If I had a pound for every time I have performed that....... it is now part of our musical folklore.

Mark Taylor

"Big Band is a yearly event that goes on in the main school hall that is a long, upbeat performance of popular songs, like I will survive and Blame it on the Boogie. 

The evening was an absolute blast. All the songs sounded amazing and nothing seemed to go wrong! From the first song I was enjoying myself and that did not change for the rest of the night. Some of my favourite songs were Smooth, Absoludicrous and I’ve got you under my skin. Although I have to say, even though it wasn't my moment, my favourite moment of the evening was Luke’s solo in Tank! It sounded incredible and it will stay in my head for a long time."

Jacob, Year 13

Click on the playlist icon to select the other videos from the evening.

Recently I played with the Simon Balle Big Band at the Big Band Evening and it was such an amazing experience. I have gained so much confidence playing in front of lots of people and had a great time too. My favourite part was when we played YMCA at the end of the show and absolutely everyone got up to dance. I'm so glad I got to be a part of it. 

Millie, Year 9

Mr Stevenson's Drumming Evening

It was wonderful to celebrate our drummers! Usually they are hidden away at the back of ensembles (out of sight, but not sound!), so it is important to celebrate them individually. What musicality and skill on display!

Year 2 Strings Celebration Concert

The foundations of so much of our music now starts in the Larch. Our Year 2 Strings Training Programme. 41 musicians (from Year 2) performed with such confidence, musicality and skill. They have been learning less than two terms. With funding from the Hertfordshire Music Service, this is a unique musical programme.

I cannot express enough how proud I am of the young musicians, starting out on their musical journey - for many, their first public concert. We are truly an all through musical school.

Guitar Platform Evening

A beautiful Guitar Platform was held this week showcasing our amazing acoustic guitar players. The technical skills on display were wonderful and it was a joy to listen to what had been rehearsed and learnt.

Well done to everyone who took part.

 

 

Save the Dates 2023!

Please save our What's On page - everything you could possibly need to know is below:

What’s On

See some of our upcoming concerts >

The Simon Balle Big Band at the Hertford Mayor’s Annual Civic Dinner

Musical News – February 2023

10th February 2023Heather Morgan

The nuts and bolts of musical progression

The Spring term is a time of preparation and routine. The routine of practice, personal organisation and rehearsals. The preparation is for performances, either in exams or in recitals and concerts. Both of these nuts and bolts are key for musical progression.⁣
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Musical progression is just that - knowing what all the work is for, what is being aimed for, what the long term goals are. This is totally individual - in musical style and in musical aims. How we achieve this is by working together - families at home, the musicians and the team in school. Regular practice (at least 3 or 4 times a week) leads to progression. It is muscle memory, it continually develops those parts of the brain. Neuroplasticity.⁣
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Through listening to the practice and preparation, you should be able to hear the progress being made - the 'how are they doing?'. Concerts, exams, practice, recitals and enjoyment all show how well your young musician is making progress. You can hear the progress. Of course, you can always ask us for an update and we always let you know when we are worried, but hearing how things are improving is the best way to monitor progress.⁣
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If we work together, amazing musical things happen.⁣ We do and they are!
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Mark Taylor, Director of Music

Exam Success

In January, we hosted Trinity Music Exams. Our students have worked so hard, and progressed so much and the results completely reflect this. A massive congratulations to those who have passed their exams! We should especially congratulate the many students who achieved grade 8 - a very challenging standard to achieve.

 

Please click the images to the right to see the results and celebrate each individual! We are so proud of each and every one of them.

Our primary musicians continue to show how musical they are, especially at such a young age. Well done everyone, including the supporters at home, for all your hard work.

Meet the Music Ambassador!

We re getting to know our Music Ambassadors in Y6 and Y13 this year, please see our most recent posts!

Patrick and Jacob, Y13, have been a part of the ambassador team for nearly 2 years, they are both heavily involved in music ensembles and provide brilliant support for our larch musicians. They are a very valued part of the community!

Isabella, Y6, is one of our ambassadors, and a proud member of our musical community.

 

Woodwind Beginners' Celebration

It was a fabulous occasion to bring together our Year 3 beginner woodwind musicians, along with friends from Millmead Primary School. All have been learning the flute or clarinet for just over a term and this was their first ever concert!

Along with the quality of performance, I was inspired by the levels of confidence that were shown by the musicians. Performing in front of families and friends is never easy and whilst they might have been nervous, it did not show. We should remember they were Year 3, playing so fluently after such a short space of time learning.

Well done to the musicians, and Mr Caldecote and Mr Smith for their guidance and enthusiasm. Hard work really does pay off!

 

 

 

 

 

Brass Beginners' Celebration

In a similar way, brass players in Years 4 and 5 from the Simon Balle Larch were joined by players from Millmead to show what they have achieved in just over a term. Such a happy concert with some brilliant playing.

Having these concerts brings the boost and confidence to both the musicians and the audience. We are so proud of everyone, as well as the families for the support provided at home. Thanks also to Mr Peach for his teaching. Such amazing times at Simon Balle and Millmead schools!

A Celebration of Piano!

It was lovely to hear some of our pianists perform at the recent piano recital. They are pictured at the top of this newsletter. The piano is a difficult instrument to master and requires so much practice. Once again the confidence on display mirrored the amazing musicality. A 'packed house' appreciated and celebrated the performances. Well done to everyone!

We enjoyed brilliant performances from Zoe W, Isabel W, Edward, Amelia, Reubin, Hector, Sylvie, Ciara, Gabriel, Naomi, Zoe D, Ziva, Holly, Isabel H and Lola!

Save the Dates 2023!

Please save our What's On page - everything you could possibly need to know is below:

What’s On

See some of our upcoming concerts >