Introducing the Big Academy...
Welcome to the Big Academy, a place to help you find Big Opportunities. Simply put, we're here to help. If you're seeking work, we'll help you find it. If you're currently in work, we'll make the job work for you. As Del Boy would say, you know it makes sense. (Read more)
Big Academy Profile Features Update
We've added a few new features to your Big Academy profile to make it that little bit more useful. Practice interview questions which give you a taste of what's to come and the ability for employers to give you feedback so you can see how your interviews went. (Register Now)
Introducing the Big Academy Profile Feature
The latest feature to grace the Big Academy is the new and shiny profile feature. When you register to look for opportunities you can now also share your experience, qualifications and aspirations with employers. So what are you waiting for? (Register Now)
The Big Academy & Schools
The Big Academy is so much more than just online advice and job vacancies. We offer a complete outsourced solution for schools who share our enthusiasm for work experience and wish to support it. In other words, we'll do all the hard work so you don't have to! (Read more)
Big Decisions, Big Opportunities
Youth employment has always been a problem. To get anywhere, you need to start thinking about work as early as possible. Lucky for you, we're here to help. We don't mean to brag, but we know what we're talking about when it comes to this kind of stuff. (Go to class)
Jobs, Jobs and More Jobs
It's all well and good to be thinking about work, but what really counts is actually finding it. The Big Academy has something for everyone, regardless of who you are or where you're at, from Saturday Jobs to Apprenticeships to Graduate Opportunities. (Check 'em out)
Make the Job Work for You
Work can be more than just work, it can be your gateway to even greater opportunities. The Big Academy can help you take control of your own marketability through fully funded work-based learning programs which offer recognized qualifications. (I want in)
Latest News & Press
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Apprenticeships from Learning Skills Partnership
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History of the CV
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Introducing Apprentice Eye
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Preparing for Work
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What makes a Good Employee?
There will be many things you expect... (Read More)
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Managing my Money
Having money in your pocket... (Read More)
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Conquer those Interviews
With most challenges in life, the more you prepare, the easier they become... (Read More)
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Headline Opportunities
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Tesco IT Apprenticeship Scheme 2013
- Tesco
- Welwyn Garden City/Letchworth
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 30/12/2013
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Crew Member – Work Experience
- McDonald’s
- UK wide
- Work Experience
- Expires 17/11/2013
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Apprentice Chef
- Hilton Worldwide
- Edgware Road, London, W2 1JU
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 12/12/2013
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Product Manager
- ITV
- London
- Full Time
- Expires 30/12/2013
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Crew Member - Apprentice
- McDonald’s
- UK wide
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 17/11/2013
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Continuity Intern
- Channel 4
- London
- Internship
- Expires 30/12/2013
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Supervisor
- Debenhams
- Uxbridge
- Full Time
- Expires 30/12/2013
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Latest Opportunities
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Warehousing Apprenticeship
- The Real Apprenticeship Co.
- Hainault
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 06/06/2013
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Graduate Trainee
- The Real Apprenticeship Co.
- Eastbourne
- Full Time
- Expires 07/06/2013
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Graduate Trainee
- The Real Apprenticeship Co.
- Leeds
- Full Time
- Expires 07/06/2013
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Production Apprentice
- TQ Environmental plc
- Wakefield
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 29/07/2013
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Administration Apprentice
- South East Apprenticeship Company
- Aylesbury
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 27/05/2013
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Sales Support Apprentice
- New Careers Academy
- Crewe
- Full Time
- Expires 30/06/2013
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Apprentice Chef
- La Toscana
- BILLERICAY
- Full Time
- Expires 23/06/2013
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Paralegal Apprentice (Private Client)
- Vision Apprentices
- Chichester
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 30/06/2013
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Paralegal Apprentice (Commercial Property)
- Vision Apprentices
- Gatwick
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 30/06/2013
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Digital Marketing Assistant Apprentice
- South East Apprenticeship Company
- Shepperton
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 24/05/2013
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Quality Assurance Support Analyst Apprentice
- South East Apprenticeship Company
- Epsom
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 19/05/2013
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Window/Curtain Walling Installer /Surveyor / Refurbishments
- Surefix Direct
- Rotherham
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 29/06/2013
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Apprentice Administrator Assistant (16-18)
- Learning Skills Partnership
- SMS Towage Hessle
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 28/05/2013
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Receptionist Administrator Apprenticeship (16-18)
- Learning Skills Partnership
- Henderson Manchester
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 19/05/2013
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Apprentice
- Nominet
- Oxford
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 14/06/2013
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Advertising Administrator Apprentice
- GDF Consultancy.com Limited
- Eastleigh, Southampton
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 30/06/2013
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Customer Service Apprentice - New Milton
- GDF Consultancy.com Limited
- New Milton, Hampshire
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 30/06/2013
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Admin Apprentice
- GDF Consultancy.com Limited
- Itchen Abbas, nr Winchester
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 30/06/2013
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Customer Service Advisor - Apprenticeship
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Dundee
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 28/05/2013
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Customer Service Advisor - Apprenticeship
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Dunfermline, Scotland
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 31/05/2013
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Customer Service Advisor - Apprenticeship
- Lloyds Banking Group
- Cardiff
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 31/05/2013
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Apprentice Legal Secretary
- Morgan Daniels Training Limited
- Leeds
- Apprenticeship
- Expires 31/05/2013
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Inspirational People
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Greta Mcdonald, Young Entrepreneur
Despite being only 18 years old Greta Mcdonald is a thriving entrepreneur... (Read More)
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Gavin Bell, Young Entrepreneur and Founder of Studyactiv
Gavin is about to take on the challenge of starting his own business... (Read More)
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Grant Ridley, 19, Entrepreneur from Newcastle
Ever dreamt of becoming a millionaire and living the good life?... (Read More)
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Emma Walker, 18, Entrepreneur & Junior Apprentice Contestant
Here’s what Emma had to tell the Big Academy about being an entrepreneur... (Read More)
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Neil Wainwright, 33, Professional Footballer from Warrington
Neil Wainright plays for Kendal Town while building a career in media... (Read More)
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