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Neglect means not looking after a child or a young person properly
Neglect can include not providing enough food, warmth and decent living conditions Everyone has a right to these basic things in life. Adults who are responsible for you can be prosecuted if they don't look after you correctly. If you are made to sleep somewhere…NVQs/VQs
National Vocational Qualifications/Vocational Qualifications are job-related qualifications that show you can do a specific job If most of your GCSE grades are graded 3-1, you may start on a VRQ (vocationally recognised qualification), which is a level 1 qualification, before moving on to a level…NVQs/VQs - Level 4 and above
National Vocational Qualifications/Vocational Qualifications (NVQs/VQs) are practical qualifications that show you can do a specific job They are: usually taken by people in work offered in, for example: social care, retail, motor vehicle work, electrical installation, business administration, hairdressing, leisure and recreation, construction, engineering and…Online applications
How to apply online Online applications must be sent back electronically through an online application form, usually on a company or employment agency website. Alternatively, you may be asked to send a CV as an email attachment. The email should be written in the style…Other qualifications at Level 3
Other qualifications offered at level 3 support applications to or offer alternative routes to higher education Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) EPQ is aimed at 16 to 19 year olds who want to go to university. It is designed to show independent working and an ability…Part-time jobs at age 13-16
Working in a part-time job at age 13-16 You can have a part-time paid or unpaid job as long as the type of work you do is suitable for a young person, will not interfere with your education and will not harm you. Your employer has to…Pay, the National Minimum Wage, tax and national insurance
National Minimum Wage Employers must pay you at least the National Minimum Wage (NMW) if you have reached the official school leaving date The National Minimum Wage rates are reviewed every April. From 1 April 2024 the NMW is: Apprentice - £6.40 an hour Age 16-17…Payslips
Most employees have a right to receive a payslip or pay statement at, or before the time of payment Your payslip will include: the name of the company you work for your name your pay reference number payment date – when the money will be…Planning your future and useful career websites
These career websites can help when planning your future Websites about jobs and how to get into them: National Careers Service - free database of job profiles from the National Careers Service. Go to ‘Explore Careers’ and then ‘Search Job Profiles’. Success at School -…Relationships and safer sex
Sex and relationships can be complicated Pulse offers a range of sexual health advice and other services to support young people. Lift holds regular Pulse clinics, work closely with Brook and also offers free condoms to young people registered with the Come Correct Scheme. There are…Reporting online abuse
If someone has said things to you on your phone, a website or chatroom you don’t like ... ... you should tell someone you trust If you can’t think of anyone, you can look at the Related services and External links section for further information.Rights and responsibilities
Everyone has the right to be treated fairly and be protected from harm You should also respect the rights of others. The UK has additional laws that protect your rights, such as: equality laws to protect you from discrimination laws that protect you at work rights when…Road and transport safety
Bikes and cars are great for getting about but they can be dangerous if you don’t know how to use them properly. Make sure you get proper training and you think about cycling or driving safely.Rose Bowl - activities for young people
Rose Bowl offer a range of activities including music studio. youth sessions, multi sports and football, employment support and more.Safe Havens
Safe havens are a practical way of helping everyone in Islington, including young people, to enjoy their community knowing that support is easily available if they need help. Public premises such as shops, cafes, pubs, libraries and other places of interest can register to be officially…Safer school policing
What is Safer School Policing? Currently a named police officer is provided for the 12 secondary schools in the borough and one police officer is provided for colleges, in addition there are four police officers for universities and four dedicated police officers covering 46 primary schools.This arrangement has…Sixth Form and College Open Events Directory
The Sixth Form and College Open Events Directory lists details of open events at sixth forms and further education colleges. Events are added and changed regularly so please check details with the sixth form or college about the event you are attending. The directory is updated…Skills employers look for
Employers want to know about your skills Whatever job you are applying for there are some skills, abilities and attitudes that most employers want. These are often called ‘employability’ or ‘transferrable’ skills. Having these in mind when job hunting may help you to be successful.…SoapBox - Latest activity timetable
Find a range of activities for young people at SoapBox on the latest timetable.Sport and leisure activities for primary schools
Want to find out more about working in sport and leisure? You can find out more about a range of local employers in Sport and Leisure in the sections below. To book free activities for young people aged 5 - 11 at your school or…Sport and leisure activities for secondary schools
Want to find out more about working in sport and leisure? You can find out more about a range of local employers in sport and leisure in the sections below. To book free activities for young people aged 11 - 18 at your school or…Staying in learning
If you are in Year 11, you must stay in some kind of education or training until at least your 18th birthday. This means if you leave full-time learning, you must take a job with training or an apprenticeship. You can read more about staying…Staying safe
Have fun and stay safe Enjoying yourself is part of being young but you need to think about your safety too. Safe Havens are places to go if you find yourself in a difficult situation.STEM activities for primary schools
Want to find out more about working in STEM? You can find out more about a range of local employers in STEM in the sections below. To book free activities for young people aged 5 - 11 at your school or community group, please click…STEM activities for secondary schools
Want to find out more about working in STEM? You can find out more about a range of local employers in STEM in the sections below. To book free activities for young people aged 11 - 18 at your school or community group, please click…Student finance for full-time students
Paying for studying a Higher Education (HE) course at a university or college The costs related to studying HE fall into two parts - tuition fees (study costs) and living or maintenance costs. The government provides funding to cover both these costs. The financial support…Student Finance HE
Make sure you find out about student finance before you go to university Students in higher education (HE) are charged up to £9,250 a year to study a course, so if you're thinking about HE make sure you find out about the help you can…Study abroad
Studying higher education (HE) abroad There are many reasons why you might want to consider studying part or all of your degree in another country. It will look good on your CV and will be particularly useful if you apply for jobs with companies that…Support for children and their families affected by disability
Affected by a disability and need extra support? There are national and local organisations, often charities, which provide advice, information and support to people whose lives are affected by a disability or medical condition. Information is important, but talking to people who share your experience,…Technology and digital activities for primary schools
Want to find out more about working in technology and digital sectors? You can find out more about a range of local employers in technological and digital sectors in the sections below. To book free activities for young people aged 5 - 11 at your…Technology and digital activities for secondary schools
Want to find out more about working in technology and digital sectors? You can find out more about a range of local employers in technology and digital sectors in the sections below. To book free activities for young people aged 11 - 18 at your…Terrorism and violent extremists
Terrorism is rare, however people become terrorists for all kinds of reasons Some of the reasons for people becoming a terrorist include believing their way of life or the things they believe in are under threat, or feeling isolated or insecure. If you are worried…Think you may be pregnant? Need advice?
You can take a free pregnancy test ... ... and talk about your choices if the test is positive, at CAMISH at Pulse T: 020 7527 1300. Lift and Pulse also offer pregnancy testing and advice on all sexual health issues. You can go to your doctor or…Travel and transport
There are many different ways to travel using lots of different forms of transport If you want to go and explore more than your own area, you need to know how to travel around safely, on time and using the best method available. This section…Travelling safely
Travelling in safety only needs a little planning Plan your journey by thinking about it a little before you set out. Check the times of the last bus, tube or train. Keep your valuables, like your purse, wallet or mobile out of site. Think about…Understanding vacancies
Working out what a job advertisement is asking for is not always easy Try to identify the main skills and experience needed and match these with what you have done and are good at. If you can match yourself to a job you are more likely…University and Higher Education
Higher Education (HE) Higher education (HE) is education for people aged 18 or over, who have successfully completed a level 3 qualification, such as A levels or level 3 BTECs. Higher education courses are offered by universities as well as many other institutions and lead…Using chat rooms, social networking, online gaming, and websites safely
Chatrooms, Facebook, gaming and other social networking sites are a great way to keep in touch with friends ... ... and find new ones with similar interests However, sometimes people aren’t always who they say they are, it may be someone who might be dangerous so…Vacancies and job search skills
Land that job! It may take time to find – and land – the job for you, whether you are 16, 18 or older. Looking for a job can be a job in itself. It is important to keep trying, keep motivated, stay focused, organised, determined and confident. Finding, getting…Voluntary or unpaid work
There are lots of options for volunteers ... ... including work with: older people, children, administration and using ICT, sport, disability groups, the environment, arts and music. People do voluntary work for all kinds of reasons: to get some experience for a course or job…Ways of working
There are different ways to work Work doesn’t just mean having a paid 9 to 5 job. Work doesn’t have to be full-time, paid or permanent and you don’t even have to work for someone else. Your job could be: full-time or part-time permanent or…What to study at uni and where to go?
Where to look for information about university courses You can search university courses on the University and College Admissions Service (UCAS) website, which has links to most institutions of higher education and the courses they offer. Applications to most courses are made online from the…Where to go for help about jobs and finding a job
If any of these situations apply to you, there is help available: need help with finding and applying for jobs? worried about starting a job or apprenticeship? don’t like what you are doing now and want to change direction? not in employment, education or training?…Why people bully and are bullied
People bully others for all kinds of reasons They may be being bullied themselves and so they think bullying someone else will help them feel better. They may be being encouraged to bully you by ‘friends’ and are afraid of being left out if they…Working for yourself or self employment
To work successfully for yourself ... ... you need the right personal qualities, business skills and a business idea that has a good chance of succeeding, so research your ideas and plan your business carefully. These organisations offer help and advice: The Prince’s Trust offers start-up…Working hours for young workers 16-18
The hours young people can work are covered by UK law The law covers:All young workers (except those who are genuinely self-employed) - a young worker is someone who is old enough to leave school but is under 18 years oldPart-time, casual, temporary and agency…World of Work
World of Work - Free experiences of workplaces for young people in Islington Islington is a borough that is rich with opportunity, offering some of the best jobs in the world on our doorstep across virtually all sectors. The world of work is changing rapidly,…World of Work resources for primary schools
Resources for primary schools We have selected some of the best resources to support you on your career journey. These can be used independently by young people or by schools or community groups as part of a lesson. If you need support in finding a specific…World of Work resources for secondary schools
Resources for secondary schools We have selected some of the best resources to support you on your career journey. These can be used independently by young people or by schools or community groups as part of a lesson. If you need support in finding a specific…