St Helens College | 2024 School Leavers' Prospectus

Industry Experts JADE Beauty Therapy "I have been a qualified Beauty Therapist in the industry since the age of 15 and haveworked in both salon and spa environments, completing trainingwith top beauty brands including ESPA, Jessica, Young Nails andCND." MILES Construction "I startedmy career as an Apprentice Joiner at the age of 16 and have over 20 years experience as a Site Manager, working on residential builds. I ampassionate about sharingmy knowledge and experience across all construction trades." LYNSEY Animal Management "With over 25 years experience in the industry, I haveworkedwith a vast range of animal species. I studied at St Helens College before startingmy career as Zoo Keeper at Blackpool Zoo. I have returned to the College to sharemy knowledgewith the next generation of animal carers." RACHEL Early Years "I strive tomake a difference and provide students with access to an excellent education. I love to create amazing experiences for my students such as working on big events with local childcare providers in the community." GRANT Uniformed Services "I fought for my country on the front line and trained officers in the Royal Navy. I instil my British values, discipline and motivation inmy students every day and I'mproud of what they achieve." ASHLEY Art andDesign "I haveworked in the field of textiles and surface pattern design for 14 years. I draw inspiration fromculture andmy travels around theworld. I enjoy sharingmy passion and skills withmy students." 12 Work Experience As part of your level 2 or level 3 study programme, youwill complete aminimumof 30 hours work experience related to your studies. As well as boosting your CV, work placements are a chance for you to find out more about your career goals and interests, meet newpeople, find out what inspires you, develop your skills and discover your strengths. We encourage students to gainwork experience independently and start looking for opportunities as soon as they start their course in September. If you are struggling to find a placement that is suited to your career aims, our teamof dedicatedWork Placement Officers will be on hand to support you! If you choose to study Early Years or Health and Social Care, youwill be required to complete an enhanced DBS check prior to the start of your placement. Health and Social Care student, Lilly, completed her placement at Aintree University Hospital working as a Healthcare Assistant! Lilly worked across a variety of wards, fromblood and stroke clinics, to the assessment and rehabilitation day unit and the osteoporosis ward. Lilly 13