Careers and Employability Team Blog: December Edition
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Welcome to the December edition of our CET blog!
Who Are We?
We’re a friendly team of professionals dedicated to helping you succeed:
- Ben Knocks – Deputy Principal and Careers Leader
- Anna Holton – Head of Careers and Employability
- Careers Coordinators – Based across campuses to offer one-to-one support
- UCAS & HE Advisor – Your go-to for university applications and higher education advice
What We Can Help You With?
Career Advice & Planning Get personalised guidance on your future – whether it’s university, apprenticeships, or jumping straight into work.
- CVs, Interviews & Job Applications We’ll help you craft a standout CV, prepare for interviews, and apply with confidence.
- Work Experience & Industry Placements Gain real-world experience with placements tailored to your course and career goals.
- Brighter Futures Hub Access online modules to boost your life skills, employability, and career knowledge – anytime, anywhere.
- Support for T Level Students We’ll help you secure your 315+ hours of industry placement and make the most of it.
- Adult Learner Support Thinking about a career change or upskilling? We’ve got advice and resources to help you take the next step.
How We Support You
- Help finding placements with local employers
- Preparation for the workplace – from expectations to responsibilities
- Ongoing support during your placement
- Career events like Careers Fest, workshops, and networking opportunities
How to Contact/Find Us
- You can send an email to CET.ac.weston.uk
- You can reach out to your Careers Coordinator on campus or explore resources online via the Brighter Futures Hub.
Weston College's annual Careers Fest returned last month, tranforming the Winter Gardens into a vibrant hub of opportunity and inspiration.
Designed to spark ambition and help learner's explore their next steps and future options, the event brought together an extensive mix of pathways from apprenticeships and university routes to specialised training and employer-led careers.
This year's Careers Fest welcomed over 1,000 Weston College students, alongside more than 26 employers, 12 Higher Education providers, and a range of Weston College support teams.
Watch what our learners thought of the event here!
At our Careers Fest, students had the chance to chat to big name employers and universities about their future!✨
We would also like to say a huge WELL DONE to all learners who have had recent interviews for industry placements!
Keep these dates in mind for the New Year!
07/01/2026 - UCW Higher Education Information Evening
08/01/2026 - GCSE Maths and English Resit Results Day
05/02/2026 - Apprenticeship Open Evening
