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It’s the big ‘P’ word… no, we’re not talking about penguins, potatoes or Picasso paintings. We’re talking about getting a pay rise. Just because you’re fairly new to your career doesn’t mean you can’t pursue a higher salary – if …
Want to work for one of the most well-known automakers in the world? Mercedes-Benz offers a number of different apprenticeships to help you break into the automotive industry. If you have a passion for engineering, customer service, or retail then …
For a lot of us, one of the hardest thing to do is to talk about yourself. It’s even harder when you need to reflect on your achievements in previous jobs or schools, but that’s what a CV is for …
The big day has arrived – you’re about to leave school and leap into real life! Leaving school can be daunting when you have to say goodbye to friends, teachers and a familiar lifestyle. But getting out of your comfort zone is …
The application process for an apprenticeship typically involves a couple of elements, such as: These are all important steps in applying for any kind of job, and you’d do well to read up on each stages to best understand how …
You may have heard the term ‘quantity surveyor’ but do not understand or haven’t given much thought to what the job entails. That could be a mistake. Quantity surveying is a lesser-known role in the construction industry but can lead …
Cyber security is the defence of computer systems, networks, devices & data from unauthorised access and exploitation. It affects everyone: businesses, governments, even you at home. The world of cyber is a constant battle between the people working in cyber …
The Office for National Statistics recently published a report looking at the highest (and lowest) paid jobs in the UK. Based on a 1% sample of employee jobs, through HM Revenue and Customs Pay As You Earn (PAYE) records, the …
You know when people say, ‘It’s not rocket science’? What if you could prove them wrong and actually do rocket science? Apply your interest in the world of aviation to the engineering industry with an aircraft engineering apprenticeship. Let’s look …
Ever wondered what the inside of your body looks like? Well, radiographers and radiologists know! Radiography is a medical technique that uses radiation to create images of the inside of a patient’s body, like their tissues, bones and organs. Getting …
If you are leaving school this year and do not wish to continue in full-time education, you will likely be thinking about potential jobs and/or apprenticeships. Equally, you may be older but want to improve your professional prospects by starting …
If you have green fingers, you could consider a career as a gardener or landscaper. What Does A Gardener/ Landscaper Do? The primary responsibility of landscapers and gardeners is the maintenance of plants, flowers, trees and lawns. This includes a …
The minimum wage for apprenticeships has increased to £6.40, in line with changes to both the national minimum and living wage, which came into force from 1st April 2024. The much welcome increase to the apprentice minimum wage (over 21%) …
Although it is a relatively new phenomenon, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is starting to impact more of our daily lives. The UK is regarded as a global leader in AI, credited with cutting-edge research and innovation. In 2022, the UK Government …
Are you looking for a fast-paced career that involves travel and centres around people? You might be suited for a career as a member of the cabin crew or another role in the aviation industry. The aviation industry contributes approximately …
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