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Careers Hub

Welcome to the GEM Partnership Careers Hub

What We Offer

1. Apprenticeships
Our structured apprenticeship programmes combine practical experience with professional development. You’ll benefit from clear milestones, regular 360° reviews, and personalised support from our expert trainers and consultants. These programmes are tailored to your career goals and aligned with industry standards—giving you the skills and confidence to succeed.

2. Training & Development

We provide a wide range of training solutions, including manufacturing pre-employment programmes, Skills Bootcamps for sector-specific expertise, Free Courses for Jobs for learners aged 19+ without a Level 3 qualification, and Adult Skills Fund programmes designed to help you gain sustainable employment or progress in your career. Our training blends innovative online learning with face-to-face sessions, ensuring an engaging and effective experience.

3. Career Support
From CV writing and interview preparation to pre-employment training and job matching, we offer comprehensive support to help you secure your ideal role. You’ll be assigned a dedicated consultant who will guide you through every stage of your journey, providing clear communication and expert advice.

Ready to take the next step?
Explore our apprenticeships, training programmes, and job opportunities today. Your future career starts here—with GEM Partnership.

Writing a CV

Your CV is your first opportunity to make a strong impression on an employer. A well-structured CV should include:

  • Personal Details: Name, contact information, and location (no need for full address).
  • Personal Profile: A short summary highlighting your skills, experience, and career goals.
  • Key Skills: List relevant skills that match the job description.
  • Work Experience: Include job titles, employers, dates, and key responsibilities or achievements.
  • Education & Qualifications: Start with the most recent and include any certifications.
  • Additional Information: Volunteering, hobbies, or achievements that demonstrate transferable skills.

Top Tips:

  • Keep it clear, concise, and ideally two pages.
  • Tailor your CV for each role by matching keywords from the job description.
  • Use bullet points for readability and avoid long paragraphs.

Preparing for an Interview

Preparation is key to interview success. Here’s how to get ready:

  • Research the Company: Understand their values, products/services, and recent news.
  • Understand the Role: Review the job description and think about how your skills match.
  • Practice Common Questions: Examples include “Tell me about yourself,” “What are your strengths?” and “Why do you want this job?”
  • Prepare STAR Responses: Use the Situation, Task, Action, Result method for competency-based questions.
  • Dress Professionally: Choose attire that reflects the company culture.
  • Plan Your Journey: Arrive early and bring copies of your CV.

Bonus Tip: Prepare questions to ask the interviewer—this shows interest and initiative.

Employability Skills

Employability skills are the core abilities employers look for beyond technical knowledge. These include:

  • Communication: Clear verbal and written communication.
  • Teamwork: Ability to collaborate effectively with others.
  • Problem-Solving: Thinking critically and finding solutions.
  • Adaptability: Being flexible and open to change.
  • Time Management: Prioritising tasks and meeting deadlines.
  • Digital Skills: Competence with technology and online tools.
  • Professionalism: Reliability, punctuality, and a positive attitude.

How to Develop Them:

  • Take part in group projects or volunteering.
  • Seek feedback and act on it.
  • Use training courses to build confidence in areas like communication and IT.

What is UCAS?

UCAS is the UK’s centralised application service for higher education, allowing students to apply for up to five courses at different universities or colleges through one online application. It also supports pathways into apprenticeships and employment.

Key Services UCAS Provides

  1. Application Platform
    • A single online portal for multiple university applications.
    • Includes personal details, education history, course choices, personal statement, and references.
  2. Research & Guidance Tools
    • Course Search and UCAS Hub for tracking applications and deadlines.
    • Personal statement support, deadline reminders, and options like UCAS Extra and Clearing.
  3. Additional Support
    • Advice for disabled students and mental health resources.
    • International student guidance on visas, language requirements, and finance.
    • Financial information on tuition fees, loans, and bursaries.

Career Progression

Career progression involves intentional planning and skill-building to advance within or beyond your current role. Key steps include:

  • Self-assessment & goal setting – identify where you are, where you want to be, and what’s required for advancement. [whatjobs.com], [uk.indeed.com]
  • Networking – build meaningful connections within your company and industry through events, conferences, and online engagement to uncover opportunities and mentors. [uk.indeed.com]
  • Upskilling & reskilling – continuously learn new technical and transferable skills tailored to your next role or sector change, leveraging training programmes, workshops, and on-the-job learning. [whatjobs.com], [uk.indeed.com]
  • Strategic planning – map out a step-by-step career plan including realistic milestones and timelines to monitor progress and adapt as needed. [uk.indeed.com]

Teesside University – Higher Apprenticeships

Teesside University offers higher and degree-level apprenticeships designed in partnership with employers to bridge practical and academic learning. Highlights include:

  • Industry-relevant curriculum – developed in collaboration with employers to close skills gaps and enhance future-readiness. [tees.ac.uk], [findappren…ion.gov.uk]
  • Flexible delivery – courses delivered on-campus, online, or in hybrid formats, with structured workplace learning allocated via the 20% rule. [tees.ac.uk], [postgradua…search.com]
  • Prestigious credentials – Ofsted “Outstanding” rating and TEF Gold status reflect consistently high-quality teaching and transformative apprenticeship outcomes. [yorkshiretimes.co.uk]
  • Wide-ranging opportunities – examples include Level 7 Academic Professional Apprenticeship, degree programmes like Digital Accounting & Finance Management, and specialist courses designed to meet employer needs.

Social Media as Part of Career Development

Leveraging social media can significantly boost career visibility, networking, and professional growth. Best practices include:

  • Refine your professional presence – maintain an up-to-date LinkedIn profile with a polished photo, compelling headline, and well-structured summary of skills and experience. [success.com], [linkedin.com]
  • Be strategic with platforms – focus on platforms relevant to your goals (e.g., LinkedIn for networking, Twitter for thought leadership, Instagram for personal branding). [buildinggurus.com], [linkedin.com]
  • Participate in industry communities – join and engage in professional groups, comment on relevant posts, and follow employers or peers to raise your profile. [buildinggurus.com]
  • Share valuable content – post articles, insights, achievements, and industry news to demonstrate expertise and stay visible to hiring managers. [success.com], [linkedin.com]
  • Exercise digital professionalism – cleanse your social profiles of inappropriate content and maintain a consistent, professional tone to make a positive impression.

Labour Market Information

Labour market information tells you about the local or national demands there is for different skills and from different industries. It also tells you:

  • Which jobs are likely to be easiest or hardest to find in your area
  • Which are the big employers in different areas and which have jobs on offer
  • What skills employers are looking for and the type of skills shortages
  • How much you can expect to be paid in specific jobs
  • What qualifications will be most helpful if you want a certain career
  • What the jobs of the future might look like and which jobs might disappear

All of these factors can help you make a more informed decision about what career path to take. For example, if you’re considering a career in the fashion industry, research into the labour market might tell you most jobs in fashion are based in London. Depending on where you live, and whether you’re willing to move, might mean you need to re-evaluate your career plans.

Each month, GEM sends out a detailed overview on the current labour market which can be viewed here: Monthly Labour Reports

You can also view salary trends for the year via TotalJobs here: TotalJobs Salary Trends 2025

What Are the Gatsby Benchmarks?

The Gatsby Benchmarks are an evidence-based framework of eight standards that define world-class career guidance in secondary schools, colleges, and independent training providers across England. Originally launched in 2014 and updated in 2024–25, they are now embedded in statutory government guidance and are mandatory for educational institutions.

Useful Websites

During your time with GEM Partnership, your point of contact is available to offer you Information, Advice and Guidance about your learning options and employability progression whilst you are working on assignment for us or enrolled onto one of our courses.

Information and resources are available to help you make the right decision in your journey. Contact us to help find the appropriate help and guidance requirements.