Applying For a Job
How to Prepare for an Online Interview
Preparing for an interview is a worrying and nervous time! However, it’s not as bad as you think. During this blog find out how to prepare to ace your online interview…
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Video Interview Tech
Video interviews have been on the rise for a while and have become more popular since COVID-19. Even with people starting to make the trip back into the office the…
Top 7 Tips to Write a CV & Cover Letter
When applying for a new job or apprenticeship, it can be difficult for aspiring candidates like yourself to know exactly what your future employer is looking for regarding…
Rate My Apprenticeship
Rate My Apprenticeship is the UK’s leading job resource for people seeking apprenticeships with many live jobs available based on reviews from previous apprentices…
The Top 6 Skills You Need To Land An Apprenticeship
Skills are everything. No matter what you do and where you end up, having soft skills will help you. Employers love soft skills because they are the skills that make you a person. Having these skills…
Hard Skills Vs Soft Skills
You’ve probably heard about soft and hard skills, or seen job descriptions mention them. The work world thrives on these skills, and apprenticeships are no different. When you apply for roles…
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Your Apprenticeship Questions—Answered!
Just finished school or college and thinking about an apprenticeship? You’re not alone—and you’re in the right place.
It’s the time of year when school leavers are standing at the crossroads of their future, with so many paths to consider and thinking about what to do next. Stay…
Post School Options: A Quick Guide for School Leavers
Deciding which path to go down as school leavers can be confusing and a little overwhelming. Whether to go to university, college or perhaps start an apprenticeship – there are…
Tips to Stay Motivated During Your Job Search
The process of looking for a job can be a difficult task however maintaining your motivation throughout your job hunt is essential to making sure you continue to be proactive…
What Employers are Looking for in Apprentices: How to Stand out From the Crowd
In today’s competitive job market, apprenticeships provide a valuable opportunity for young professionals and students to gain hands-on experience with employers and make their mark across various industries. But with…
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How Our Free Online Courses Will Benefit You
Fast, free, and online? How could it get any better than that? Upskilling yourself with us at CT Skills is a fun and fast way to learn new…
Choose Your Own Future With The Help Of UCAS
Find out everything you need to know whether that is apprenticeships, university, UCAS courses, college, events, and more! Discover more…
ACAS Code-based Advice For Your Business
ACAS is an independent and impartial organisation that helps to improve the working life of employers, employees and your…
How To Bounce Back In A Tough Jobs Market
Resilience is the ability to ‘bounce back’ from or adapt to difficult experiences. It’s a skill that can help you cope with all of life’s…
Gap Year Advice With National Careers Service
A gap year is not a year off. It’s a way to develop yourself and your skills before taking the next step in your education or career. A gap year can…
Chameleon: School Of Construction
Did you know we work in partnership with Chameleon? They provide a wide range of construction and motor vehicle courses, from…
National Careers Service: Skills & Careers
Discover your skills and careers (DYSAC) is a tool to help you identify your interests, motivations, and preferences. Understanding yourself can help you…
GCSE 9 to 1 Grades: A Brief Guide for Parents
If you have children in year 11 taking GCSEs, their results will be reported on the new grade scale which runs from 9 (the highest grade) to 1 (the lowest grade)…
UCAS Tariff Points Apprenticeship
UCAS are introducing a new Tariff points structure that now includes Level 3 apprenticeships alongside A-levels, T Levels, and other post-16 qualifications. Discover more…
Post-Apprenticeship Recognition Scheme (PARS)
Association of Apprentices and the Chartered Institution for Further Education has introduced PARS, a brand new awards scheme. This applies to anyone who has completed an apprenticeship in the UK…
National Careers Service: Explore Careers
Find out what a job involves and if it’s right for you. Explore multiple job categories such as Administration, Animal care, Beauty and wellbeing, Business and finance, Computing, technology and digital, Construction and many more…
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Indeed
Indeed is the #1 job site in the world with over 350M+ unique visitors every month. Indeed strives to put job seekers first, giving them free…
Totaljobs
Totaljobs have over 280,000 live job adverts on our site, helping you to find any type of job, in any industry, wherever you are based…
Reed
Reed.co.uk provides a full online recruitment service for anyone looking for a new job. This means they advertise vacancies on behalf…
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Top Tips to Help You Ace Your End Point Assessment or Exam
Getting ready for an End Point Assessment or exam can be a bit nerve-wracking, especially if it’s your first time. In this blog, we’ll share some valuable hints and tips…
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5 Key Benefits of Hiring an Apprentice for Your Business
Apprenticeships can bring transformative benefits to businesses, serving as a proven method to grow talent, enhance productivity, and build a skilled…
What does hiring in a Gen Z market look like from a Gen Z perspective? Discover the answer to this question and more by diving into this blog…
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