Dr Oliver Jenkin PGCE RCDP, CSW Career Development Consultant – Article written for Trotman Career guidance has for a number of years been firmly established as a ‘learning’ activity rather than as ‘therapy’. Well respected academics such as Tony Watts and Tristram Hooley have long argued that one of the principle benefits of career guidance is…
Spotlight On Name: Luke McRoy-Jones Job title: 3rd Year Optometry Student/ Optical Assistant Company: University of Plymouth/ Specsavers Hometown: Caerphilly, South Wales School subjects: I studied Biology, Mathematics, Physics and the Welsh Baccalaureate at A-level. Qualifications: Currently studying toward BSc (Hons) in Optometry at University of Plymouth Tell us about your job… I’m a third year optometry student at University of Plymouth. At…
Press release Friday 29 November UK’s largest celebration of STEM, The Big Bang Fair, announces new series of regional events Schools and families will have the chance to be inspired by scientists and engineers on their doorstep with a new series of regional events announced today by the organisers of The Big Bang Fair,…
Our innovative Enterprise days and half days encourage students to develop a greater awareness of life after school. Run by our experienced Enterprise Team and designed together with companies across the South West, our hands-on sessions bring the workplace into the classroom for a more engaging learning experience which will also enhance the development of…
CSW Group has been successfully awarded £3.4 million from the Solent Local Enterprise Partnership (LEP) for training the Solent workforce. The money available will be used to provide skills training at no cost to employers or employees. The training will take place in the areas of New Forest, Southampton, Isle of Wight, Eastleigh, Fareham, Gosport,…
Rural living conjures up images of rustic charm, fresh air and an idyllic lifestyle. With inspiring views and a strong sense of community, it is easy to see why people swap the pace of the city for something a little slower. With all this space comes a freedom that’s hard to buy. Unfortunately for…
Ever wondered what an engineer does? Could you see yourself exploring outer space, protecting the environment, designing apps or developing cures for diseases? Engineers do all this, and more! Use the Tomorrow’s Engineers Week ‘Meet the Future You’ quiz to show children and young people the future career options that are open to them. Meet…
Work experience provides many benefits, giving young people skills and experience that will allow them to stand out to potential employers as well as helping them choose the right sector to work in. Some students will go into Work Experience with a clear career ambition, some will want to sample something they like the look…
The #Focus5 project provides unique, flexible, one-to-one support to young people aged 15-18 across Devon, Plymouth, Torbay and Somerset, who may be struggling to move forwards in life. Funded by the European Social Fund and the National Lottery Community Fund, #Focus5 help young people take steps back into education, employment or training. We encourage development of the ‘5’ key skills identified…
Specsavers have their eyes on the future of STEM careers for young people in the South West CSW Group are delighted to announce Specsavers as Headline Sponsor for the Big Bang South West Fair 2020. This innovative science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) event, building on 10 years of continued success, will return to Westpoint…
In an ever increasing digital world the way we now perform everyday tasks from online shopping, applying for jobs or ordering prescriptions are changing and contrary to general perception, it’s not only the older generation who are now faced with the fact that they need to embrace this change and Get Online. Research by Good…
On 8 October, a busy Royal Cornwall Showground opened its doors to hundreds of young people looking for advice and inspiration. The event, set up by Careers Hub and Next Step, hopes to raise awareness of the opportunities in Cornwall, by showcasing a range of employers from different sectors. Staff from Ambitions and CSW Group…
CSW Group are utilising the skills and life experience of Volunteers to assist us by enhancing our local delivery of the Transitions contract. CSW staff linked to schools and partner agencies are continuing their support for vulnerable young people in keeping with the ambition of enabling all them all to be in Education, Employment or…
Written by David Roe, Contract Manager CSW Group As part of the Transitions Contract that CSW Group delivers on behalf of Devon Local Authority, we work with young people with EHCPs to support their transition from education to their next post 16 destination. This could be further education, employment or training. Our aim is to…
