
University Collab – 21 Jan 21 – Preparing for University/What to Expect
Yr12 Virtual Work Experience opportunity – Vodafone (15-19th Feb)
Innovators Work Experience Programme
The programme will take place between 15th February 2021 and the 19th February 2021.
Join us for a week-long virtual work experience programme where you’ll attend a series of live webinars, panel discussions and workshops to develop industry focused skills, valuable experience and an insight into working life at Vodafone which will help to kick-start your exciting future career!
APPRENTICE ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN – NORBAR TORQUE TOOLS LTD
Norbar Torque Tools Limited is the world leading specialist in torque and engage solely in the design, development and production of torque tightening and measuring equipment and is looking to recruit an Electronics Engineering Apprentice in Banbury, Oxfordshire.
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/-567850

SEVERN TRENT APPRENTICESHIPS – OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS
As a business we’re incredibly proud of the growth of our apprenticeship offering and 2021 will see us introduce a range of new apprenticeship programmes. These range from Operational apprenticeships through to Technology, Finance, HR and more. Our apprenticeships are an opportunity to learn and work, whatever age or level you’re at. You don’t have to be fresh out of school to do an apprenticeship at Severn Trent and we’re proud that our joiners come from a variety of backgrounds, and communities.
https://www.severntrent.com/careers/apprentices/apprentices-programme/our_apprenticeship_schemes/
Lockdown Virtual Events – Higher Education and Careers Support – UK University Search
Wilmott Dixon Virtual work experience in Construction Management (Feb 2021)
Discover Brooks Programme (University taster course for Yr12 students)
Are you in your first year of sixth form or college? Do you want to learn more about your future educational options, and get a taste of what university life is like? Oxford Brookes are pleased to announce the launch of our brand new Discover Brookes Programme, which will be perfect for you!
https://www.brookes.ac.uk/outreach/post-16/discover-brookes/
Aspire2Be virtual open evening
IBM Apprenticeship programmes – Open 8th February
At IBM, work is more than a job—it’s a calling. To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you’ve never thought possible. To lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world’s most challenging problems.
PwC Flying start degree programmes – Deadline 29th Jan
If you want to go to university but are also keen to begin your career, our Flying Start degree programmes offer the best of both worlds.
Virtual work experience programmes (Jan/Feb 2021)
Find the perfect virtual work experience programme for you.
https://www.springpod.co.uk/virtual-work-experience-programmes/
Degree Apprentieship – Greencore Foods (Moulton Park)
Are you passionate about, food-safety and hygiene?
Are you interested in food production and quality assurance
? If this sounds like you, look no further, we can offer you the opportunity to grow your career with Greencore through our Technical Degree Apprenticeship Programme, and we will support you to develop into a leader of the future.
https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeship/1000008996
Career Support for students during Lockdown
Southam College Careers support available to students during the current school closure period
Mr Hughes our careers adviser will be accessible to support students with:
- Developing Career Aspirations
- Post 16/18 Options
- College Course applications
- Apprenticeship applications
- How to search for Employment and Volunteering opportunities
If you require any career advice and guidance, please contact Mr Hughes – hughes.a1@welearn365.com or click on the careers section on the Southam College website where there are several links to useful careers related websites.
Y12 and 13 PPEs
Health & Social care
Sixth form Health & Social care students had an amazing opportunity to watch a post-mortem live.
This event was for students to watch the dissection and examination of real specimens that primarily focused on the respiratory system. It was aimed at educating students who were particularly interested in a career in the healthcare sector.

Bank of England Apprenticeships – Applications Open
Think we’re not for ‘someone like you’? Think again. We can offer a rewarding start to your career, whether you’re a school leaver, student or graduate.
Meet the Russell Group Virtual Careers Fair – 10th Feb 2021
Join us on Wednesday 10 February from 12:00 to 19:00 for Meet the Russell Group, a virtual event in association with UK University Search. This online and interactive experience will allow you to explore all 24 Russell Group universities and chat directly to their representatives and ambassadors. You will be able to view information and videos about each university, link directly to Virtual Campus Tours to explore university facilities and accommodation, download prospectuses and take part in 13 live webinars in the virtual auditorium.
National Grid Apprenticeship
A National Grid Apprenticeship isn’t just about getting a job – it’s an opportunity to join a new generation of talent, charged with the destiny of shaping the future of energy. We’ll help you develop your skills through a combination of practical work and academic study, all the while providing you with the passion, skills and knowledge you need to power all our futures.
Happy Human Rights Day!
Both the Amnesty and Crime and Justice groups have been learning about gender ineqaulity and would like to thank both Beth and Emma (IDVA) from the charity Safeline for speaking to our students about the issues around gender based violence and how they support vulnerable victims all the way to court trials.
