Careers Resource Toolkit

As you can see the information available online is more than it has ever been and can be a fantastic way to research new careers. If you can’t see it you can’t be it!

General Careers Resources

Resource (access the resource by clicking the hyperlink)DescriptionWho can use this resource
BBC BitesizeSupport around all aspects of Careers education for young peopleParents, Teachers, Students
WOW ShowThe WOW Show is a live online channel creating real-life encounters with the world of work to inspire young people about their futures.Parents, Teachers, Students
Skills Builder - home learningSkills Builder are providing a range of resources for building eight essential skills to succeed in a home setting. Parents, Teachers
LMI Video from NELEP, Our Region, Your FutureKey growth sectors in the North East have been highlighted Teachers, Students,Parents
Sunderland Software CityVideo resources highlighting the North East technology sectorTeachers, Students,Parents
Success at SchoolVideo resources on youtube to help students make better-informed decisions about their futures, with straight-talking tips and hacks on jobs, skills, apprenticeships and loads more.Teachers, Students
Founders for schoolsVideos covering a range of sectorsTeachers, Students
Sector SpotlightVideo resource from the Changing Education Group. Teachers, Students
Fire It UpVideos providing an insight into inspiring apprenticeships. Teachers, Students
iCouldFree and simple to use, icould.com features over 1000 videos of people talking about their careers – explaining their job role, career path, and how different factors have shaped their direction.Teachers, Students
First CareersThis site offers careers inspirations where searches can be conducted by subject, job title or brand. Parents, Teachers
Careers boxCareersbox is the national careers film library, a free careers resource showing hundreds of real people doing real jobs.Teachers, Students
National Careers Service The National Careers Service provides information , advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work. Parents, Teachers, Students
StartUse the guest account to search for jobs by entering subject, skill or interestTeachers, Students
Target Careers A comprehensive information site on sectors, pathways and LMIParents, Teachers
Plan it PlusInformation about courses, apprenticeships, finding a job and an ‘easy CV’ toolParents, Teachers, Students
Barclays Life SkillsJobsearch programme with self-help exercises and opportunities for work experienceTeachers, Students
Parental Guidance
Careers information and advice from the careers writer association.
Parents

Further and Higher Education Pathways information

Resource (access the resource by clicking the hyperlink)DescriptionWho can use this resource
Education and Learning GOV.UKBrowse pathways to courses and qualifications for 14-19 year olds, includes a careers helpline for teenagers. Parents, Teachers, Students
The Uni Guide Search for a course and where A-level subjects will take you Parents, Teachers, Students
UCASTake a Career quiz, explore study options, qualifications and jobs. Parents, Teachers, Students
North East Raising Partnership NERAP is a collaboration of the 5 universities in the North East with a dedicated section for Students, Teachers, Parents and CarersParents, Teachers, Students
Newcastle CollegeExplore facilities, study areas and subjects at the college. Parents, Teachers, Students
Northumberland College Explore facilities, study areas and subjects at the college. Parents, Teachers, Students
Newcastle University Explore facilities, study areas and subjects at the university.Parents, Teachers, Students
Durham University Explore facilities, study areas and subjects at the university.Parents, Teachers, Students
University of Sunderland Explore facilities, study areas and subjects at the university.Parents, Teachers, Students
Northumbria University Explore facilities, study areas and subjects at the university.Parents, Teachers, Students
Amazing ApprenticeshipsAmazing Apprenticeships is a leading organisation in the education sector, founded to tackle misconceptions about apprenticeships and promote the benefits.Parents, Teachers, Students
Fire It Up Videos providing an insight into inspiring apprenticeships. Teachers, Students

Visiting Speakers and Virtual Visits to support classroom activities

Resource (access the resource by clicking the hyperlink)Description Who can use this resource
Speakers For SchoolsInvite high profile national speakers into school to give inspirational talksTeachers
STEM Ambassadors Access a database of over 30,000 STEM Ambassadors Teachers
I can be a…Employer Virtual ToursThese employer virtual tours around different businesses allow young people to get an idea of what it's like to work there.Parents, Teachers, Students
Career Pilot Art and Creative Industries virtual experiences Parents, Teachers, Students
Inspiring the future A site that connects schools with volunteers from a range of sectors.Teachers
Virtual encounters with Entrepreneurs A resources by the North East Local Enterprise Partnership to enable young people to see real, local role models of entrepreneursTeachers

STEM resources

Resource (access the resource by clicking the hyperlink)Description Who can use this resource
NHS health careersAccess this website to explore the 350 different NHS careers. Find information about the different roles, real life stories and films of those already working in health. Parents, Teachers, Students
Learn by design STEM resourcesA selection of free online resources and creative activities for all to use, to help young people explore the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths).Parents
Royal Society of Chemistry Video resources and more to find out more about careers using chemistry and lots of real life stories to inspire. Parents, Teachers, Students
Royal Society for BiologyVideos themed under science at home, at work, and unveiling how biology can change the world with many around the impact of biology on lives and the opportunity to ask a biologist too!Parents, Teachers, Students
Institute of Physics Videos themed under try at home, lectures and inspiring speakersParents, Teachers, Students
nustemResources for STEM careers for primary schools Parents, Teachers, Students
Institute of Mathematics Competitions, videos and content to inspire.Parents, Teachers, Students
Health Careers Learn about the allied health professions which are specialist roles who use their knowledge and skills to help patients live the fullest lives possible. They work directly with patients, so they can see the difference they make every day.Teachers, Students
STEM Careers resources Resources to explore for STEM subjects including videos, posters and profiles. Parents, Teachers, Students
Tomorrow’s EngineersVideo and general resources with inspirational case studies of Engineers and an Engineering Image Library to see what engineers really look like.Parents, Teachers
Futurum A range of powerpoints and video resource about careers in STEAM subjects Teachers
Bring It On North East Bring It On aims to inspire, educate and motivate young people aged 9-14 to explore engineering as their future career, by showcasing just how exciting engineering can be!Teachers, Students, Parents
British Science WeekResources to support British Science Week, challenging stereotypes and links to careers videos.Teachers
Women's Engineering Society She’s an engineer page features inspirational women engineersTeachers
BAE SystemsCelebrating women in engineering Teachers

Subject specific resources

Resource (access the resource by clicking the hyperlink)Description Who can use this resource
Careers in GeographyA website from the Geographical Association with resources to support general teaching and careers education. Teachers
Careers with History A website from the Historical Association with resources to support general teaching and careers educationTeachers, Students
Discover Creative CareersThis website brings together courses, competitions and activities around the creative sector all in one place for students to explore.Parents, Teachers, Students