So, how long do you think it will take to get the book finished?
By Mahalia Creft “So, how long do you think it will take to get the book finished?” I tried my very best not to freeze as the realisation dawned on me… ooooohhhh they actually want me to write a book. This was the reaction I had after attending an information evening targeted at helping individuals start their own business. I had made the mistake of thinking this information evening was like most others I had attended, in which you sit for an hour, maybe an hour and a half while some guy whose internet connection keeps dropping out [...]
Advice to my past self: lessons I have learnt over the last year
By Grace Hill I remember it clear as a bell. The date was 16 March 2022. The time was around 3pm. I was on my bed going about a normal day with KISS FM on. Or at least that was what I thought until one particular artist came on. That might not sound like a big thing to most people... often when we have music on it is just to keep us entertained while we do something else like cleaning our rooms or studying. And that day I was no different. But when this particular artist came on [...]
Creating the life you want
By Natalia Foster “…things don’t have to be perfect to be strong.” ~ Daisy Jones & The Six, Taylor Jenkins Reid The idea of perfection; something that is seen to bring bliss like no other. I’m unsure about you, dear reader, but a portion of my day can be spent daydreaming about what I wish my life looked like. Whether that be the routine I have, the friends I know, or how I choose to spend my time. And recently, I’ve grown to realise that I can in fact, have that life, or at least a part of [...]
New opportunity – Artist Development Programme
BEYOND – Graeae’s bespoke Artist Development programme Graeae’s bespoke Artist Development programme is back! Starting in 2020 it has supported 48 Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists in developing their careers, taking on new challenges & building successful connections. Graeae have teamed up with 7 leading venues across England ; Octagon Theatre in Bolton, Nottingham Playhouse, Cast in Doncaster, Hull Truck, Shakespeare North in Prescot, Everyman in Liverpool and Derby Theatre. Together they are creating a national network of artistic support and development for Deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists. The programme is available to those over [...]
New opportunity – Channel 4 – The TV industry needs you!
The TV industry needs you! The Channel 4 Production Training Scheme are currently looking for applicants for their Paralympics Production Training Scheme, a 12 month paid opportunity. Here's what they have to say about it... Breaking down barriers, championing the underrepresented, nurturing fresh talent. That's what we're all about on the Channel 4 Production Training Scheme. Begin your career in the TV industry on our next cohort, the Paralympics Production Training Scheme, a 12 month paid opportunity. Find out more about the opportunities based in locations across the country at: www.c4productiontrainingscheme.com Don't forget to let [...]
New opportunity – FA Para Football Talent Days 2023
Have you always dreamed of playing for England? The dream is on. The FA want to give more players with specific impairments the opportunity to play for their England Para teams and get them on the England Para Talent Pathway. The have shared the details of their Talent Pathway Events with us: FA England Talent Days are utilised as a player's first engagement with the Para Football Pathway and as the first selective environment in the player pathway. The programme will identify and signpost players to the ‘right’ environment at that point in time and [...]
New opportunity – TAVIP’s Technology for Work course
Are you job searching? Are you currently on an employability programme and would like some technology advice? TAVIP (The Technology Association of Visually Impaired People) are delighted to be able to offer a number of free training places for young people (18+) with a vision impairment who are actively looking for work. TAVIP’s Technology for Work course provides up to 5 hours of free 1:1 training in using screen reader software or magnification tools with Microsoft Outlook, using other Microsoft programmes such as Word and Powerpoint, using digital calling systems such as Zoom or Microsoft [...]
National Careers Week 2023
Careers Week on the Student Portal! We've pulled together lots of helpful information to help you get the most out of National Careers Week 2023. Browse our links and video chats to gain some careers-based inspiration and then tell us your dream career in the comments section. Celebrating National Careers Week 2023 There is lots happening across National Careers Week including their virtual careers fair! Visit the NCW Careers Fair > Visit the NCW website > Visit the Success at School website! There are lots of great resources for you to [...]
Be inspired. International Mother Language Day
DofE VICTA volunteer Armaan tells us about growing up with English as his second language Hello, my name is Armaan, and I am bilingual meaning that I can speak two languages and those are ‘English and Bengali’ while I can also read Arabic and speak simple Spanish. Bangla was my first language and I learnt it from my Grandma at the age of one/two. Performing tasks such as singing in the language and generally talking with her, helped when my family moved here from Bangladesh because I could talk to them, therefore allowing me to be more connected with [...]
New opportunity – ITV News Trainee Journalists
ITV News are offering the opportunity to join their national and regional news teams as a trainee journalist. You will be taught all the skills you’ll need to work in one of their multi-media news operations. They're looking for people who can demonstrate a commitment to journalism, have great story ideas and are ambitious. They are particularly keen to receive applications from those who are from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds, disabled people and those from lower socio economic groups as they recognise that individuals from these groups are currently underrepresented in the industry. [...]
