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S1 Pupils learn about Land-Based Careers

S1 Pupils learn about Land-Based Careers

Alford Academy hosted an employer-led Land-Based Careers morning for S1 pupils arranged and facilitated by Countryside Learning Scotland.  The aims of the event were to introduce pupils to the diversity of rural careers, at all levels by hearing from those who work in rural industries. S1 pupils were split into four groups and they rotated around the different employers for 8 minute interactive inputs.

A Nature Reserve Officer from Nature Scot who works at Forvie Nature Reserve talked about the geography of the reserve and the different elements of his role which he split into three broad categories; 1.  Maintaining the fabric of the reserve.  2. A Field Biologist / scientist recording and identifying the wildlife and 3.  Protecting the nesting birds from predators through electric fences.  He allowed the pupils to handle and ask questions about the vital equipment he uses day to day to carry out his job.

Scotland’s Regional Moorland Groups are a collection of sporting estates from across the six regions of Scotland.  Grampian Moorland Group brought along a gamekeeper who talked about all the different activities he is involved in day to day and how he had been inspired to follow a Land-Based career.  Grampian Moorland Group discussed the variety of careers available within the rural estates.  This included conservation of rare heather moorland and the wildlife which lives there.Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) went through some of the 61 courses they currently offer from Agriculture, Environmental Conservation, Animal Nursing, Equine Studies to many more.  SRUC offer Modern Apprenticeships where the courses are between 12-24 months and are assessed through on-the-job activities rather than sitting exams.  The pupils were able to see and hear about real life equipment that is used in Equine Studies course.

James Jones & Sons Ltd explained the process of growing and harvesting trees.  They discussed what careers were available from tree planting, building Fencing, building forest roads, architects, engineers, truck drivers and the apprenticeship opportunities.  They talked to pupils about the environmental importance their forests play in capturing carbon. 

The S1 pupils thoroughly enjoyed the event and got a lot from being able to handle equipment and engage with people who currently work in Land – Based jobs.      Alford Academy would like to thank Countryside Learning Scotland, Nature Scot, Grampian Moorland Group, Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) and James Jones & Sons Ltd for being part of this really invaluable opportunity for S1s to learn more about the rural careers landscape.

Latest – Jobs, Events and Resources

Latest – Jobs, Events and Resources

For the latest local Jobs, Events and Resources opportunities Click Here to visit the Career Pathways section of the Alford Blog.  This is updated weekly.   

Career opportunities   

The three websites below are regularly updated with apprenticeships, entry-level positions and other opportunities. Please bookmark all three and visit them frequently to view new opportunities as these go live.

Website  What you’ll find  
Apprenticeships.scot  The latest apprenticeship opportunities, which are searchable by location.  
DYW North East Jobs Portal  Entry-level positions, including apprenticeships, from local employers. 
Young Person’s Guarantee Opportunity Finder  A one-stop shop for jobs, apprenticeships, courses and volunteering opportunities. Searchable by location. 
Alford Academy Travel and Tourism class visit NorthLink Ferries & Port of Aberdeen

Alford Academy Travel and Tourism class visit NorthLink Ferries & Port of Aberdeen

Alford Academy Travel and Tourism S4, S5 and S6 pupils visited the Port of Aberdeen and NorthLink Ferries today to learn more about the travel and tourism sector and the career opportunities available.

The pupils started the day with a unique experience of being invited to climb aboard a NorthLink Ferry and have a behind the scenes look at the huge amount of logistics that go into the smooth running of the company’s operations.  Pupils met with the Captain in the bridge who explained his role,  the different routes into his profession and the career path he had taken.

The young people met a variety of NorthLink Ferry staff members from the Customer Services Manager, Hospitality Director, a Chef and an Engineer, who all took time out of their busy day jobs to give fantastic insights into the wide-ranging careers available at NorthLink Ferries and within their sector.   Pupils were able to sample first hand the comfort of the sleeping pods and have a look at the cabins on offer to passengers.

The pupils then travelled to the Port of Aberdeen South Harbour expansion where the Geo Environmental Project Manager gave an explanation of the development and construction of the South Harbour.  The Visitor Centre Coordinator outlined the important role the Port of Aberdeen plays in attracting tourists to the area through the cruise liners.  They both covered the wide-ranging careers available at the Port of Aberdeen.

It was fantastic for the pupils to see the harbour from such an amazing vantage point and understand how it is such an integral part of the infrastructure for the North East of Scotland.  A pod of Dolphins also made an appearance which was an added bonus!

Thank you so much for NorthLink Ferries and the Port of Aberdeen for providing such interesting and invaluable insights into the tourism sector.

 

Latest Jobs, Events and Resources

Latest Jobs, Events and Resources

For the latest local Jobs, Events and Resources opportunities Click Here to visit the Career Pathways section of the Alford Blog.  This is updated weekly.   

Career opportunities   

The three websites below are regularly updated with apprenticeships, entry-level positions and other opportunities. Please bookmark all three and visit them frequently to view new opportunities as these go live.

Website  What you’ll find  
Apprenticeships.scot  The latest apprenticeship opportunities, which are searchable by location.  
DYW North East Jobs Portal  Entry-level positions, including apprenticeships, from local employers. 
Young Person’s Guarantee Opportunity Finder  A one-stop shop for jobs, apprenticeships, courses and volunteering opportunities. Searchable by location. 
Thank you – Alford Academy Careers Evening

Thank you – Alford Academy Careers Evening

Yesterday evening Alford Academy hosted a Careers Evening for its Young People.

The event was a massive success and an invaluable experience for the young people, parents / carers and staff of Alford Academy.

The feedback has been fantastic and having 54 different organisations in one building showcased to the Young People what is on offer to them here in the North East of Scotland and beyond.

Head Teacher Angela Wotherspoon said “It was great to see over 50 organisations with over 100 delegates represents at our first careers fair in 4 years. The support from the community was outstanding with pupils, parents and staff visiting the exhibitors and being able to see what is available post school for our learners.

Delegates were delighted with the organisation, hospitality and attendance at the event. It was great to see our young people, parents/carers talking and engaging with the exhibitors. It was also fantastic to see our young people being such good ambassadors and helping the exhibitors and visitors to our school get the best experience on the evening.

It was a real team effort from all our staff, especially Romana Richards, DYW Employer School Coordinator, Stuart Cookson, DHT and our fantastic support team of technicians, office staff, janitors and catering team.

There was a real buzz in the air and we are delighted to be hosting events like this again”.

A pupil said – “The career evening was fantastic. There were so many different employers and universities/colleges to visit and speak about potential pathways. I really enjoyed talking to people who came in, to find out about their jobs and how I could get into that field. There were so many different stalls which covered many different sectors. We really enjoyed the evening”.

Thank you to everyone who came to support the Careers Evening.  We hope to build on this event in future years. Please  Click Here to provide feedback.

These events would not be possible without the support of employers and the organisations they represent.  Thank you to our exhibitors for giving up their valuable free time to make the event such a brilliant, worthwhile, and memorable experience for all involved.  I would like to thank the following organisations for their support and attendance last night.

1.       Aberdeenshire Council – Health and Social Care
2.       Aberdeenshire Council – Foundation Apprenticeships
3.       Aberdeenshire Council – Resourcing Team
4.       Aberdeenshire Voluntary Action
5.       Acumen Financial Planning
6.       Alford Golf Club
7.       Anderson, Anderson & Brown LLP
8.       Armed Forces Careers
9.       Baker Hughes
10.    Boskalis Subsea Services
11.    Bristow Helicopters Limited
12.    Cairngorms National Park Authority
13.    Chloe’s Kitchen Creations
14.    Circle Health Group
15.    CNR International
16.    Co-op
17.    Country Flavours
18.    Countryside Learning Scotland
19.    Dean’s of Huntly Limited
20.    DYW North East
21.    Expro North Sea Ltd
22.    FES FM
23.    Grampian Moorland Group
24.    Heriot – Watt University
25.    Kirkwood Homes Ltd
26.    Mackie’s of Scotland
27.    Morven Vet
28.    NHS Grampian
29.    Nicol of Skene
30.    North East of Scotland College
31.    North Link Ferries
32.    Peterson UK LTD
33.    Pipeline Technique
34.    Police Scotland
35.    Port of Aberdeen
36.    Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
37.    River Dee Trust
38.    Robert Gordon University
39.    Royal Air Force (RAF)
40.    Royal Navy Careers Service
41.    Scottish Ambulance Service
42.    Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
43.    Skills Development Scotland
44.    SPE Aberdeen and Energy Institute
45.    Stonehouse Sales and Lettings
46.    Subsea7
47.    TauRx Pharmaceuticals Ltd
48.    Technip FMC
49.    Total Energies
50.    University of Aberdeen
51.    W & W Mackie Ltd
52.    Wood PLC
53.    Young Smile Dental Care
54.    KNC Groundworks

 

Alford Academy Careers Evening – Thursday 2nd March 2023 – 6-8pm

Alford Academy Careers Evening – Thursday 2nd March 2023 – 6-8pm

Join us for Alford Careers Evening 2023 

Date – Thursday 2nd March 2023

Time – 6-8PM 

Where – Alford Academy 

All pupils, Parents / Carers, Employers and Community Members are very welcome to this exciting event.

55+ Organisations will be represented from a variety of different sectors.  The event will enable the young people of Alford Academy and their families to see the wide range of opportunities available.  We hope to inspire young people as they consider their future in the world of work.

We look forward to seeing you tomorrow evening.

The following organisations will be in attendance – click on their names to find out more about what they do.

1.       Aberdeenshire Council – Resourcing Team
2.       Aberdeenshire Council
3.       Aberdeenshire Council – Foundation Apprenticeships
4.       Aberdeenshire Voluntary Action
5.       Acumen Financial Planning
6.       Alford Golf Club
7.       Anderson, Anderson & Brown LLP
8.       Armed Forces Careers
9.       Baker Hughes
10.   Boskalis Subsea Services
11.   Bristow Helicopters Limited
12.   Cairngorms National Park Authority
13.   Chloe’s Kitchen Creations
14.   Circle Health Group
15.   CNR International
16.   Co-op
17.   Country Flavours
18.   Countryside Learning Scotland
19.   Dean’s of Huntly Limited
20.   DYW North East
21.   Everlongart and Gift Shop
22.   Expro North Sea Ltd
23.   FES FM
24.   Heriot – Watt University
25.   Inspire PTL
26.   Kirkwood Homes Ltd
27.   MCR Pathways
28.   Mackie’s of Scotland
29.   Morven Vet
30.   NHS Grampian
31.   Nicol of Skene
32.   North East of Scotland College
33.   North Link Ferries
34.   NRC Environmental Services UK Ltd
35.   Peterson UK LTD
36.   Pipeline Technique
37.   Police Scotland
38.   Port of Aberdeen
39.   Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
40.   River Dee Trust
41.   Robert Gordon University
42.   Royal Air Force (RAF)
43.   Royal Navy Careers Service
44.   SaxaVord Spaceport
45.   Scotland’s Rural College – SRUC
46.   Scottish Ambulance Service
47.   Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
48.   Skills Development Scotland
49.   SPE Aberdeen and Energy Institute
50.   Stonehouse Sales and Lettings
51.   Subsea7
52.   TauRx Pharmaceuticals Ltd
53.   Technip FMC
54.   Total Energies
55.   University of Aberdeen
56.   W & W Mackie Ltd
57.   Wood PLC
58.   Young Smile Dental Care
DYW – Jobs, Events and Resources

DYW – Jobs, Events and Resources

For the latest local Jobs, Events and Resources opportunities Click Here to visit the Career Pathways section of the Alford Blog.  This is updated weekly.   

Career opportunities   

The three websites below are regularly updated with apprenticeships, entry-level positions and other opportunities. Please bookmark all three and visit them frequently to view new opportunities as these go live.

Website What you’ll find
Apprenticeships.scot The latest apprenticeship opportunities, which are searchable by location.
DYW North East Jobs Portal Entry-level positions, including apprenticeships, from local employers.
Young Person’s Guarantee Opportunity Finder A one-stop shop for jobs, apprenticeships, courses and volunteering opportunities. Searchable by location.
Business Breakfast – Thank you to our Partners

Business Breakfast – Thank you to our Partners

Alford Academy say thank you to our partners by hosting a Business Breakfast 

This morning Alford Academy hosted a Business Breakfast to thank partners of the school for their partnership and continued support.

Head Teacher Angela Wetherspoon opened the event welcoming guests’ and thanked them for their invaluable contribution to Alford Academy.

Romana Richards, Employer School Coordinator, Developing the Young Workforce – outlined her role of connecting employers and educators at the school.  She explained how partners can become involved in the Young Persons Guarantee to support Young People aged 16-24 to reach a positive destination.

Stuart Cookson, Depute Head – discussed the different subjects, courses and pathways available at Alford Academy.  He explained the wide variety of Foundation Apprenticeships opportunities currently available to pupils.

Jenni Rees – Jenkins, Principal Teacher of Achievement Pathways & Partnerships, explained the School Leaver Profile which highlights the nine core meta-skills Alford Academy collectively feel are important for our young people to develop throughout their time at school to provide them with the most success for the future.

Following the presentation partners and staff enjoyed a delicious breakfast where they discussed future partnership working.

Thank you to everyone who came to Alford Academy this morning and made it a memorable event.  Your support is very much appreciated.  We very much look forward to growing our partnerships further.

 

interested in an apprenticeship?

interested in an apprenticeship?

In celebration of Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2023, Tullos Training are hosting a number of Information & Tour sessions for potential apprentices, employers, contacts and the general public to find out more about Tullos Training and tour our training centre.

See dates and times on the below poster and info on how to book.

Careers Evening – Alford Academy Thursday 2nd March 6-8pm

Careers Evening – Alford Academy Thursday 2nd March 6-8pm

Join us for Alford Careers Evening 2023 

Date – Thursday 2nd March 2023

Time – 6-8PM 

Where – Alford Academy 

All pupils, Parents / Carers, Employers and Community Members are very welcome to this exciting event.

55+ Organisations will be represented from a variety of different sectors.  The event will enable the young people of Alford Academy and their families to see the wide range of opportunities available.  We hope to inspire young people as they consider their future in the world of work.

We look forward to seeing you at this exciting event.

So far we have the following organisations who will be in attendance – click on their names to find out more about what they do.

If you represent an organisation and would like to sign up please do get in contact – Romana@dyw.org.uk

1.       Aberdeenshire Council – Resourcing Team
2.       Aberdeenshire Council
3.       Aberdeenshire Council – Foundation Apprenticeships
4.       Aberdeenshire Voluntary Action
5.       Acumen Financial Planning
6.       Alford Golf Club
7.       Anderson, Anderson & Brown LLP
8.       Armed Forces Careers
9.       Baker Hughes
10.   Boskalis Subsea Services
11.   Bristow Helicopters Limited
12.   Cairngorms National Park Authority
13.   Chloe’s Kitchen Creations
14.   Circle Health Group
15.   CNR International
16.   Co-op
17.   Country Flavours
18.   Countryside Learning Scotland
19.   Dean’s of Huntly Limited
20.   DYW North East
21.   Everlongart and Gift Shop
22.   Expro North Sea Ltd
23.   FES FM
24.   Heriot – Watt University
25.   Inspire PTL
26.   Kirkwood Homes Ltd
27.   MCR Pathways
28.   Mackie’s of Scotland
29.   Morven Vet
30.   NHS Grampian
31.   Nicol of Skene
32.   North East of Scotland College
33.   North Link Ferries
34.   NRC Environmental Services UK Ltd
35.   Peterson UK LTD
36.   Pipeline Technique
37.   Police Scotland
38.   Port of Aberdeen
39.   Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh
40.   River Dee Trust
41.   Robert Gordon University
42.   Royal Air Force (RAF)
43.   Royal Navy Careers Service
44.   SaxaVord Spaceport
45.   Scotland’s Rural College – SRUC
46.   Scottish Ambulance Service
47.   Scottish Fire and Rescue Service
48.   Skills Development Scotland
49.   SPE Aberdeen and Energy Institute
50.   Stonehouse Sales and Lettings
51.   Subsea7
52.   TauRx Pharmaceuticals Ltd
53.   Technip FMC
54.   Total Energies
55.   University of Aberdeen
56.   W & W Mackie Ltd
57.   Wood PLC
58.   Young Smile Dental Care

 

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