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Apprenticeships and Traineeships
Year 13
University information
Open Days and Information Sessions
Competitions
Just for Year 10 students
What qualifications will you need for your career?
Each job is different; some need lots of qualifications and years of training, and others just ask you to turn up on time. To make it easy consider the different pathways, we’ve put together a quick guide to jobs, classified by their training and qualification requirements.
Find out more
After a successful first year, we are excited to move into our second year of offering the UC Accelerated Pathways Program (H Courses) to ACT Year 11 students. In 2022, Year 11 students will have the opportunity to study in Anatomy and Physiology, Business Decision Making, Psychology, and two new course areas, Politics and Democracy, and Creative Writing.

A recording of the recent online information evening (held October 19) and application documents can be found on the program webpage: https://www.canberra.edu.au/campaign/accelerated-pathways-program.

Student applications will need to be endorsed by the college in the first half of Term 1, as they were earlier this year. To assist the college in providing an informed endorsement of the student, applicants may provide a written reference from their high school or Year 10 Semester 2 report comments. This information, in addition to what has been observed in the college setting, can be used to inform the endorsement. This is optional and has been suggested for students who will be transitioning to a new school for Year 11. These additional documents can be submitted with the application if the college deems it appropriate.

 

For more information please contact the program coordinator: amym.smith@act.gov.au
Work experience and Volunteering 

Medicine Work Experience Australia

A 7-week virtual medicine work experience placement with Hazel Valley Family practice. You will be seeing real patients, learning how to take a history and diagnose medical problems. Network with other students and fully qualified doctors.

Due to the ongoing COVID19 pandemic, we have designed this placement with medical school tutors so that aspiring medics can gain clinical experience from home.

🧑‍🎓 The programme runs between 21 December 2021 and 28 January 2022 and is packed with live GP clinics and clinical training.

Book your placement now

The ASD CyberEXP sponsored by the Australian Signals Directorate, is an interactive online cyber career exploration experience run on the LifeJourney platform.

It enables students to test drive a day in the life of five ASD cyber professionals.

Users will participate in challenging real-life cyber scenarios, discover the skills and tools used by these ASD cyber mentors, and explore the vast number of careers available in cyber security today.

Register now
Job Spotlight
Would you love to help change peoples physical and mental health by leading a healthier lifestyle? If you're fit and active, great at motivating yourself and others, then you could make an amazing personal trainer.
Click on the image to learn more.
Short courses
Care Squared Connects' Allied Health School Holiday Programs
 
We know school holidays can be stressful for parents, especially when your child has specific needs. At Care Squared Connect, we understand the challenges you face with changes to your child’s schedule and regular supports over the holidays, which is why we’re passionate about delivering our incredible Allied-Health based School Holiday Programs.

Our evidence-based Programs provide your child with outcome focussed, engaging experiences, designed to build skills, create new friendships, challenge perceptions, and excite. Care Squared Connect School Holiday Programs help your child build capacity, whilst doing something they love, with new and old friends.  

Your child is in safe hands with our experienced Allied Health Practitioners, so you can put your mind at ease and focus on your day.
Find out more
Civil Construction is an exciting part of the construction sector with interesting roles across the planning, design and creation of major infrastructure projects.  This program will provide participants with specialised accredited training and employment pathways.
 
Specifically targeting women from the ACT, this program will: 
  • Provide participants with seven core units of competency and a pathway into qualification in civil construction
  • Provide participants with 10675NAT – Asbestos Awareness
  • Provide participants with CPCCWHS1001 – Prepare to Work Safely in the Construction Industry
  • Provide a range of interesting workshops including resilience, mental health and wellbeing, time management and more
  • Provide a four-week work placement within the civil sector with one of our partner contractors
  • Provide guaranteed jobs for successful program graduates
 
This program will commence on Monday 7 February 2022 and run five days a week (Mon-Fri) for 9 weeks. 
 
Eligibility Criteria
 
To be eligible for JobTrainer funding, you must at the time of enrolment be:
  • living or working in the ACT
  • an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident, humanitarian visa holder or New Zealand citizen
  • Not enrolled in or attending secondary school or college
  • Unemployed/Underemployed (if 25 years old and over, if a candidate is 17 – 24 years old they can be employed)
  • Not have completed the units of competency listed above
 
An information/selection session will be held on Friday 10 December 2021 at 10am, it is mandatory that all individuals seeking to be on the program attend the 10am session.  This is a 2 part session broken into 1.  An information presentation followed by 2.  A selection/interview session for eligible participants.
 
To book a place or find out more information, please contact Shayla at Ginninderry on 1800 316 900 or email: spark@ginninderry.com
Part-Time Jobs and Workforce News

There is now a new space for Part Time Jobs on the Careers Website. This is kept up to date and the jobs included in this news letter will be taken from there.

Is Your Resume Summer Ready?

Find out here
Create your own resume using the SFX Careers website
Being a tutor with Tutor Doctor is more than just work. When you join our family, you are connecting with something bigger. We are committed to making a difference in the lives of every person we help, and the tutors we work with share that same passion. We are looking for passionate, driven, knowledgeable people to partner with us and put our students on the road to success. Tutor Doctor are seeking Year 12 graduates to work as tutors in the Canberra area.
Register your interest here
Cafe Injoy are looking for a kitchen hand for a Sunday shift 8.30am-4.30pm. 
Click here for link
Combined Constructions ACT P/L are looking for school based carpentry apprentice.

The apprentice will be working with a team of 4-5 carpenters and they will learn everything carpentry start to finish on timber framed houses and town houses.
 
If this interests you, get in touch with Ben using the details below.

My company details:
 
Combined Constructions ACT P/L
Ben Agostino
0403 549 533
 
HIA Apprentices is currently seeking applicants for Full-time apprenticeships and ASBA in the following construction trades:
 
Bricklaying
Carpentry
Cabinetmaking
Painting
Plastering
Tiling
 
Could you please direct any interested students to submit an application through our online recruitment portal below.
Apply here
The Department of Employment, Skills and Education have opened up applications for their 2022 Women in IT ASbA program. Applicants should be current Year 11 students moving into Year 12 in 2022 or Year 10 students moving into Year 11 in 2022 only. These opportunities are an excellent pathway for women looking to work in IT and offer an opportunity to move to the Federal Government full time program on completion of the ASbA.
 
For further information please do not hesitate to contact me on khunter@austrg.com.au or 0438984212
 
Applicants should send their resume and covering letter to khunter@austrg.com.au
*Organisations and employers for the positions listed have not been vetted in any way by St Francis Xavier College. They are publicly available on either indeed.com.au or seek.com.au and from the wording on the ad have been deemed of interest. Please advise the career advisor of any concerns regarding any communication with or experience at any place of employment. *
POST SCHOOL - Apprenticeships and Traineeships

Concrete Repair Technician
JOB DESCRIPTION

 
JOB TITLE:  Concrete Repair Technician
JOB TYPE: Full-time
LOCATION: Canberra ACT
SUPERVISOR/MANAGER: Site Foreman or Director
 
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Cut, scabble, jackhammer, grind, clean and/or remove defect or damaged concrete;
  • Mix and apply coats of plaster, cement and render to structures ensuring that the surface is level, smooth and uniform thickness; and comply with the specified Class standard;
  • Structurally reinforce sections of damaged or defect concrete structures;
  • Construct and strip formwork;
  • Fixing pre-cast concrete panels, panel mouldings and ceilings;
  • Plumbing and straightening corners, angles and wall, ceiling or floor surfaces;
  • Apply surfaces with plaster, acrylic cement or cementous materials;
  • Apply finished surface with waterproofing sealants or similar materials.
 
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Skills:
  • troweling, solid plastering and rendering skills; caulking and grouting skills;
  • basic architectural patching skills on precast panels which include decorative textual finishes and coats;
  • Good command of all power tools i.e. grinders/angle grinders, sanders, jackhammer, rotary hammers;
  • Ability to mix coloured oxides with material to produce test patching samples to match existing surfaces.
  • Structurally reinforce sections of damaged or defect concrete structures;
  • Construct formwork;
  • Be familiar with the common insitu and precast concrete finishes; and identify the common concrete defects and understand why they occur;
  • Distinguish the difference between the standard Class 1 to Class 3 concrete finishes and understand the processes to achieve the specified standard;
  • Maintain a safe, clean and tidy work site.
PERFORMANCE GOALS:
  • Deal with clients, suppliers and other employees professionally at all times;
  • Work well under pressure;
  • Meet project deadlines.
  • Be punctual.
Contact Karyn Hunter
Australian Training Company
Mobile 0438984212 Office 02 62828599
Australian Training Company are seeking applicants who wish to undertake Certificate III Aged Care  ASbAs. We have positions both northside and southside. Students interested in pursuing this industry should forward their covering letter and resume to khunter@austrg.com.au
ATC would like to advise the following vacancies for 2 fulltime Certificate III Business Administration Traineeships. These traineeships are identified for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians and would suit Year 12 Leavers.
Apply here
Hypdup Constructions are seeking a full-time apprentice carpenter in maintenance work. 
Must have driver’s license or ability to obtain within a reasonable time frame. 
Commencing ASAP.
 
For details contact:  
Melissa Hay  
M: 0417 293 368 
We are looking to take on apprentices to start ASAP. No previous experience required, just after team players with a good attitude. They would need a white card and asbestos card. We specialise in commercial cladding and the apprenticeship would be carpentry. They would be paid above award rates and we have a great team environment.  If this interests you, contact:
Joseph Wainwright
Director
 
P: 02 6280 8496
M: 0458 966 323
E: joseph@wainwrightfacadesgroup.com
 
Vickers & Boyton Plumbing is a locally owned business offering plumbing and gas services.   They are currently looking for a fulltime apprentice to commence at the beginning of 2022.  If this opportunity interests you, please come and see Ms Mac in the VET and Careers office asap.

We are a custom joinery company in the ACT and are currently seeking apprentices to join our team. We are open to a full-time school leaver or school based apprentices and wanted to reach out to schools as we approach the end of the year to see if you have any college students interested in an apprenticeship in Cabinet Making.

If this is you, contact:

Renee Grant - Administration/Accounts     
 
m. 0422 155 426     
e. accounts@blackmountainkitchens.com.au    
abn. 47 642 039 629     
Check out the MEGT Job Board for a range of apprenticeships available in Canberra at the moment.
Year 13
Do you love animals?  Are you good with repairing and maintaining fences and equipment?  Would you love to live in a warmer climate?

If this is you, pop into the VET and Careers Office.  Oakvale Wildlife Park are interested in hearing from students who can see themselves looking after the maintenance of the park under the direction of the current Maintenance Manager.
University Information

UAC Live Q&A

Parent and Carer Update and Q&A: Facebook | 25 Nov 2021 | 5pm
Kim Paino, UAC General Manager, Marketing and Engagement, will provide an update on UAC applications for 2022 study. Head to the comments to ask us a question.

Applications are open for our Special January Early Offer Program! This program is designed for Year 12 students pursuing university study who are eager to secure their place at university as soon as possible.

Entries are based on Year 11 results as well as a personal statement submitted via our website. Applications are now open, and will close Friday 10th December. Offers will then be released Thursday 13th January 2022.

 

Please direct any inquiries to our Future Students Team at study@canberra.edu.au or 1800 864 226.

 

We will be hosting a Special January Early Offer Round webinar on Tuesday 7th December, 3:30pm - 4:30pm. This webinar is open for career advisors, students and their parents to attend. Please register your attendance below. 
Change of preference online event – NSW and ACT campuses

When: 21 January 2022
Time: 10am-2pm
Online
Register here

Pathways to ACU

If you didn’t receive the ATAR you wanted, don’t worry, there’s more than one way into university. We’ll take you through the entry pathways to ACU, including diplomas and Foundation Studies that can give you access straight into the second year of your preferred bachelor degree.

When: Thursday 9th December 2021
Time: 12pm AEST | 1pm AEDT
Online

Register here
FAD Portfolio Entry – Online Information Session (alternative pathway into a UC FAD bachelor degree)
 
DiscoverFAD Lite – Online Information Sessions by Study Area (what to expect from a UC FAD bachelor degree)
 
All sessions will be held online and hosted by our academic discipline experts.
Open Days and Information sessions
Creative Futures is an event to explore this growing industry and discover the career options available to you. Join us on-campus or online and chat with our teachers and industry experts, ask questions about studying at SAE and find out what working in the creative industries is like.

Thinking about a future in the creative industries? SAE is hosting a FREE Information Night for future creatives wanting to start a creative career.

SYDNEY 02  DECEMBER 6PM-7.30PM  | BYRON 16 DECEMBER 5.30-7PM 
Register your interest

SYDNEY FC AND WESTERN SYDNEY WANDERERS LAUNCH NEW DUAL DIPLOMA WITH SEDA GROUP
After the successful launch of the Melbourne Victory Sport & Business Program in Victoria in 2021, Sydney FC and the Western Sydney Wanderers are excited to launch a new dual Diploma program for students in New South Wales in 2022.

  • Sydney FC Sport and Business Program Information Session – Pre-game Saturday 27 November vs Macarthur at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium (5:30pm – 6:30pm)  CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 
  • Western Sydney Wanderers Sport and Business Program Information Session – Pre-game Sunday 28 November vs Newcastle Jets at CommBank Stadium (4:30pm – 5:30pm) CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

CIT's Virtual Open Day

Save the Date - Saturday 27 November 2021

Take the next step towards your dreams at CIT's Virtual Open Day. Open Day is your chance to find out about your course options, meet our professional teachers, and have all your CIT questions answered.

You'll also have access to a range of resources and support services to help in your decision making.

Join in live or watch on demand when it suits you.

Registrations opening soon.

To be notified when registrations open click here
Start Me Up is a two-hour music industry expert-led seminar dedicated to introducing you to the 21st century music business.

You’ll learn about careers in music – and discover how to start a career of your own.
You’ll hear from a range of experts and artists about the skills required to succeed in the modern industry – including artist management, promotion, distribution and entrepreneurship. You’ll hear from AIM students about how internship opportunities are connecting them with the music business before they even finish their degree.

When: Saturday 27th November 2021 (Week 8)
Time: 2pm-4pm
Online
Register now

The mining industry offers career opportunities that will change with the times. Young people entering the industry now can look forward to opportunities to change roles as their career progresses, travel Australia and the world if they choose, or establish rewarding lifestyles in some of the most interesting parts of NSW.
In 2022, NSW Mining is hosting a series of free careers information dinners across regional and metropolitan areas.  See dates above.

For more information, contact Samantha Skinner, Policy Manager, Industry Skills and Careers, NSW Minerals Council Ltd.

T      02 9274 1412

M     0439 621 517

E      sskinner@nswmining.com.au

Check out the career guide to mining
ACS Foundation Career Wheel
  • The Career Wheel features various ICT career roles from security, marketing and software/hardware to digital design! 
  • Just click on a role your students are interested in and they will be able to watch videos on what that role involves! 
Competitions

International Student Art Contest

The Science Without Borders® Challenge is an international contest that engages students and teachers in ocean conservation through art. This annual competition inspires students to be creative while promoting public awareness of the need to preserve, protect, and restore the world’s oceans and aquatic resources, contributing to the overarching goals of the Khaled bin Sultan Living Oceans Foundation. The Challenge is open to primary and secondary school students 11-19 years old, with scholarships of up to $500 awarded to the winning entries.

Find out more here

Please welcome our Careers Advisor for
Term 4 2021 and Term 1 2022. 
Ms Jo McAllister. 

Jo will be in the office Mon, Tues and Wed. 

Drop in to say hi or ask a question. 

Jo can also be contacted using the email: careers@sfx.act.edu.au

Want to see something different in the Careers Newsletter?  Let us know via the careers email address.

At SFX you can access a huge range of resources on the school careers website!

https://careersfx.com.au/

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