Upcoming Events

Insight to A&O Shearman virtual event

Tuesday 4th November 2025, 5–6.30pm (Zoom)

This is a rare opportunity for Year 12 and 13 students to hear from one of the leading magic circle law firms. During the event they will hear about the solicitor apprenticeship options, in-person events at their offices as well as work experience opportunities.

A&O Shearman, one of the UK’s elite law firms, has been at the forefront of the legal industry for decades. They handle some of the most complex and high-profile cases globally, working with top-tier clients from every industry.

• Discover what it’s like to work at the firm, and gain an insight into the solicitor apprenticeship programme that can kickstart your legal career.
• Take part in workshops.
• Hear about the distinct differences that set A&O Shearman apart from other global law firms
• Gain access to legal experts and discover how you can stand out in the competitive world of law.

To register, click here.

November 2025 is ‘Discover! creative careers month’

This nationwide initiative aims to connect young people with the UK’s creative industries. From film and fashion to architecture and gaming, the live talks give students a unique insight into real creative pathways and the people shaping them. The talks are listed below, but don’t worry if you can’t make the dates, all live broadcasts will be available on the online talks library.

How Apprenticeships Can Power Your Creative Career
Monday 10th November, 10–11am
Explore how apprenticeships can launch creative careers. With input from Art History, Historic England, and more, this session highlights routes into the sector, building skills, and gaining vital experience for a head start in work.

Hidden Roles in the Screen Industries
Wednesday 12th November, 11–12pm
TV and film are not all about actors and directors. The screen industries are full of behind-the-scenes roles, from publicists to lawyers to HR. Annika Allen from All3Media reveals the hidden careers that bring your favourite shows to life.

Movie Magic and Digital Storytelling
Wednesday 12th November, 2–3pm
Explore the world of visual effects and discover how animation, design and digital artistry bring films to life. Learn about the creative and technical roles in VFX and how innovation and imagination power this dynamic industry.

Scripts, Sets & Spotlights – Insights into Theatre Careers
Thursday 13th November, 10–11am
Alex Duarte-Davies from Get Into Theatre reveals the range of careers that bring theatre to life, from directing and writing to design and technical roles. Discover how collaboration, creativity, and passion drive this vibrant industry.

How I Became A Full Time Game Developer: Inside the Gaming Industry
Thursday 13th November, 2–3pm
Discover how games go from concept to screen, and explore the creative roles in coding, design, and storytelling. Perfect for future game-makers.

All About Audio – Exploring Creative Careers in Sound
Friday 14th November, 10–11am
Join Jay Harris of That’s Disruptive Production Company to explore sound careers. From podcasting to audio storytelling, learn how sound shapes ideas, and how creativity and passion could help you build a future in the audio industry.

The Makers’ Studio: Careers in Craft & Design
Monday 17th November, 2–3pm
Explore the world of contemporary craft with Cockpit, home to exceptional makers across textiles, ceramics, jewellery and furniture. Discover creative career paths in craft and design, and how artists grow their businesses.

Architectural Technology: The Science Behind Buildings
Tuesday 18th November, 2–3pm
Explore how science, design, and technology combine with creativity to shape the world. Discover the work of Architectural Technologists – designers who use innovation to make buildings safe, sustainable, and stylish, and find out how to start your journey.

Drumming with Ezra Collective: My Career in Music
Thursday 20th November, 2–3pm
Join Femi Koleoso, drummer and bandleader of the Mercury Prize-winning Ezra Collective, as he shares his musical journey. From his early days behind the kit to performing worldwide, Femi reflects on his challenges, creativity, and collaborations.

To register for any of the talks, click here.

Careers with Forvis Mazars

Thursday 20th November 2025, 5–6pm

Are you interested in pursuing a career in business, finance or professional
services – but not sure where to start? At this virtual event with Forvis Mazars, a global audit, tax and advisory firm, you can discover how you can grow your
career right from the start. The session is designed specifically for students outside London, with a spotlight on opportunities in Leeds, Birmingham, Manchester and Milton Keynes.

Forvis Mazars is a firm where you can grow, no matter your starting point. You don’t need prior industry knowledge, just curiosity, motivation, and an interest in working with people and solving real business challenges.

At this event, you will:

• Learn more about school leaver roles and apprenticeships across the UK.
• Hear directly from professionals early in their careers.
• Gain insights into what audit, tax and advisory work actually looks like
  day-to-day.
• Discover how Forvis Mazars supports you to develop, learn, and thrive from day one.

To register, click here.

Solicitor Apprenticeship Application Masterclass

Thursday 27th November 2025, 4.30–6pm (virtual)
Tuesday 13th January 2026, 4.30–6pm (virtual)

Registrations are open for Legal Cheek‘s flagship dual-date virtual event for Year 12 and 13 students considering the solicitor apprenticeship route, in partnership with 24 leading law firms and The University of Law. It kicks off next month with a solicitor apprenticeship application masterclass delivered by 12 leading law firms’ early careers teams covering:

• Researching firms and building commercial awareness
• Making a winning application
• Looking ahead to assessment centres.

There is then a virtual law fair with the firms.

Part Two is on where current solicitor apprentices at 12 leading law firms will share what to expect on a solicitor apprenticeship, in a series of short workshops covering the following topics:

• Perception vs reality
• City living and social life
• Looking ahead to qualification

There is then a virtual law fair with the firms.

For more information and to apply, click here.

Horticultural Industry Taster Sessions and work experience 2025

Discover the exciting world of careers in horticulture through a Taster Session at one of the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) gardens. Students can gain first-hand experiences of the workplace though:

• Attending a bespoke taster day
  For further information, click here.
• Shadowing employees during a 1-week work experience placement
  For further information, click here.
• Signing up for regular youth volunteering sessions to gain practical skills and a better understanding of how a public garden and visitor attraction is run.
  For further information, click here.
• In addition, the RHS offers a number of apprenticeship opportunities.
  For further information, click here.

Model Law Commission

September to January 2026 on a range of dates.
Deadline for applications: Friday 5th September

Now in its 13th year, the Model Law Commission is a 3-month long project that provides A’ Level students with the chance to simulate the work of the Law Commission. The pool of students is split into four groups, each tasked with the reform of one of the following areas of law: (1) Family, Trusts or Land Law; (2) Criminal Law; (3) Commercial and Common Law; or (4) Public Law. From October to December, students undertake a five-stage process: research, formulating recommendations, consulting with their peers, reporting on their proposals and devising their legislation. Each year, the Model Law Commission begins with a 2-day virtual conference in London. It is over the course of these 2 days that students are introduced to their respective topics by experts in the field who come from all over the country to speak to them. The students are also visited by individuals from the Law Commission itself who advise on the difficulties in reforming the law and how to write a law reform report. The students then take that information and over the following weeks discuss reform ideas with each other, their Group Leaders and their peers.

The project then concludes with a final in-person report launch event in London in January, hosted by MPs and visitors from the Law Commission. At the event, each student will receive a printed and published copy of their group’s reform report. If you are interested in learning more about the way law works in the UK, the way it is made and changed, then you are strongly encouraged to apply.

For further information, and to apply, click here.

Sellafield work experience opportunity

This is something for Year 12 students to think ahead when applying for work placements in the new year.

The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) is one of Europe’s largest research organisations supporting scientists and engineers and running experiments around the UK and worldwide. Activities carried out cover a wide range of science, engineering and technology, including materials
science, engineering and instrumentation, particle physics, space science, accelerator-based technologies, information technology and computer
science.

Daresbury Laboratory, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory and UK Astronomy Technology Centre offer work experience placements to students each year, many from local schools and around the country. As far as possible they are placed depending on their interests indicated on the
application form.

This website provides more details about the programme in general.

Year 13 NHS Finance Insights placement scheme

The NHS Finance Insights placement scheme offers paid work experience in NHS organisations to individuals aged 18 and above, who do not plan to attend university and come from low-income families.

The scheme aims to attract diverse talent from local communities served by the NHS into the finance sector. It provides a 12-month experience in an entry-level (band 2) finance role, allowing candidates to develop new skills and gain on-the-job work experience. Upon completion of the placement, each candidate should feel well-prepared to apply for NHS opportunities, including apprenticeships or other entry-level roles, and be confident in transitioning to professional working environments.

To find out more about entry requirements and download the scheme brochure, click here.

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