HIGHBURY HIGHLIGHTS Issue 3

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Following a very successful Sustainability Fair held at LAKESIDE during Climate Change Week on Wednesday 4th March, students at Highbury College demonstrated the importance of climate change at an event focused on conserving water.

Departments from across the College joined forces to raise awareness of preserving water in very creative ways, showcasing their various projects to businesses at LAKESIDE.

Students competed against each other for the most innovative project. The judges told us that

Sustainability Fair Lakeside 2015

Highbury Highlights

April 2015

Diversity Week 2015

In March, Highbury College successfully held their annual Diversity Festival. The aim of the event is to celebrate and promote equality and diversity within the College and Portsmouth Community. Students and staff were invited to take part in number of interesting and educational activities.

A week-long event across our 3 campuses included Bollywood dancing, Tai Chi demonstrations, origami, henna, threading, book signing by international authors, food from around the world, information & support groups from a number of Black and Ethnic Minority (BME) community groups.

Angela Kountouroudas, Student Engagement Co-ordinator at Highbury College said “The Diversity Fair is a great opportunity to showcase and celebrate the diversity of our student body and local community. We all let our hair loose and had a bit of fun by trying new things, and with the help of our Mexican Wrestlers, we were able to raise money for Red Nose Day.”

the judging of the projects and displays had been particularly difficult this year due to the very high standards of work. This year the winner of Highbury College Sustainability Fair Project were the Animal Care & Art and Design Students who created an incredibly informative eye catching display and the students articulated their ideas very clearly.

The winner of the Highbury College Sustainability Fair Project – Best Integration of Maths and English were the Early Years/Health students who all had a firm grasp of statistics that made everyone stop and take notice! Congratulation to Nathan Cannon and Josh Beavan (Media Year 2), they have won the Sustainability Video Challenge competition. These students will be receiving a £200 prize. Please see our YouTube Channel link below: https://www.youtube.com/user/HighburyCollegeUK

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Philanthropic Students Celebrate We Day

Some of our Collective Futures students were invited to attend We Day, an annual invite-only event created for young people who become the good they want to see in the world. Our students were asked to attend following their recent philanthropic actions, including a clothes drive for 3 charities.

Speakers at We Day included Sir Richard Branson and President Nelson Mandela’s grandson, Kewku Mandela, and the likes of Years & Years and Conor Maynard performed. Princess Beatrice was also in attendance so a very varied and rewarding day for all.

Gabrielle, one of our students who celebrated We Day, wrote about her experiences, below: “We Day was an excellent experience and day to be a part of. I feel that it was a very motivational, inspirational day to share especially as it was a dedicated day to representing young people. I think it’s hugely impactful as well as important that days like these happen; young people are often reflected in a negative light especially in the current media and aren’t often given the opportunity to have a voice and speak out about how we actually feel towards certain things. I feel that this day showed the power of what young people can do, and will have upon society as it grows to be heard and appreciated.

It’s convincingly obvious that young people of today have the key to success more now than ever before. I really enjoyed having the opportunity to be a part of an event of this type and felt a sense of pride throughout the entire day. Hearing the types of people from all sorts of multicultural environments and backgrounds tell and share their stories is something that, I feel, inspired many, and reflected a lot of peoples’ own thoughts, feelings and experiences. I personally enjoyed the entire day and is one that I would love to be involved with again, as well as it at times being a bit of light hearted fun with the dance routines, the musicians that played, the speakers and especially the entire atmosphere of the day was an overwhelming feeling, and one I will remember for a very long time to come. A day I will look back on to drive my determination to succeed in the future.” I think the slogan of ‘Me To We’ acted as a huge representation of how young people aren’t given enough credit for doing so; if anything I think young people thrive off of helping others and enjoy the support of coming together to help others in whatever the situation may be.

Message from the Principal Dear Students I am proud of the work this College does in providing education and training to help people gain the skills and qualifications they need to get a good job, continue to higher education and succeed in life. To make sure that politicians understand the value of our work in the FE sector, delivered by 300 colleges in England, we need to highlight some key points. For example, a recent announcement confirmed that funding for courses for people aged 19 and over will be cut by 24% next year. A petition has been set up to oppose this cut. I have signed it and I encourage you to do so. By maximising the number of signatures, in advance of the General Election, we can ensure that all political parties understand the importance of education and training. You can sign the petition here: http://fefunding.org.uk/sign-the-petition/ Thank you for your support. Stella Mbubaegbu CBE Principal & Chief Executive

The Government announced cuts of up to 24% to the Adult Skills budget for 2015/16

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Congratulations to Students

Collective futures Enterprise Society wins £5K to launch business

The Collective Futures Enterprise Society has won £5K through a national competition put on by NACUE (National Association of Colleges and Universities for Entrepreneurs). The competition was called Ignite and the students had to come up with a business that the society would run.

A few societies across the country from both Universities and Colleges could win £5k and Collective Futures was one of them. The excitement of receiving this reward can be seen throughout many members of our committee, one of which is Ruth Burgess who has felt "this is a great opportunity that has set us up to achieve something that can reach its full potential". The committee’s Social and Events Officer, Emily Wearne, is also "looking forward to see what the future has in store for our society and our business idea". Our Vice President, Ajara, has said that she "cannot be more thankful for the fund we have received from NACUE.

Chasing Mula Launches Urban Fashion Brand

We also have Mauro Farmhouse a BTEC Business Level 3 year 2 student, who has launched his own Urban Fashion Business. He has just been awarded £5K from the local LEP to officially launch. His business, Chasing Mula. Mauro has worked really hard to make sure the products he sells are perfect and of the best quality. Check out his website chasingmula.com and follow them on Twitter @chasing_mula

The Value of Work Experience

Callum Marchant, Construction and Built Environment student (Level 3 Diploma) took part in a one week work placement at PMC Construction; as part of this work experience, he was shown all areas of site and project management. Callum impressed the company so much that they offered him a job straight away! Callum is now working two days a week around his college course working closely with the project managers.

Callum has said that on placement he “asked lots of questions and showed interest” and he feels that both the placement and now his paid job has worked well to support his current studies. “Working for PMC has helped me to practice the skills I have learnt at college in the workplace and also helped me to apply what I learn at work to my college studies”.

Well done Callum!

Champions!

On March 11th, 6 students from Highbury College took part in a regional cricket 24s tournament at Queen Mary's College in Basingstoke, run by AoC Sport and supported England Cricket Board (ECB). Each match consisted of one 24-ball innings, with the side with the highest score winning. The tournament was structured as a league with the winning team going through to the national finals. We are delighted to say Highbury College finished the day unbeaten and are now the regional champions!! Later this month the 6 students will make their way up to Edgbaston Cricket Ground in Birmingham the home of Warwickshire County Cricket Club, to play in the national cricket 24s finals day. We wish the students the very best of luck!

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International Women’s Day On 6h March, all female students and staff were invited to Tea, Coffee & Cakes morning at Chimes Restaurant to celebrate International Women’s Day. The event was very successful; it was great to see both students and staff supporting this amazing ongoing campaign.

Comic Relief – Red Nose Day During the week of 9th March, the Student Union and students were really into the Red Nose Day spirit by taking part in variety of activities to raise money for Comic Relief. For a week, there were swear boxes and bake sales on the Deck and the Recreation Areas. On 13th March, the Student Union, Student Support Services and students also received sponsorship for cycling 6 hours on the Deck. Together we raised £235 for Comic Relief.

Smoking Cessation This month Portsmouth City Council Health Development Officer and their Smoking Cessation team continued to visit our campuses for a drop-in session, encourage and support our students who want to give up smoking as their New Year’s resolutions. The Smoking Cessation team will be visiting each campus monthly to offer ongoing support to any students throughout this academic year. To find out when the next session, please email Students.Union@highbury.ac.uk.

Reading Club On 9th March our ESOL students Natnael and Ernest attended an author book signing at Blackwell’s bookshop. Together with Student Support & Alumni Services staff we had a great opportunity to meet Dr Graham Spencer from University of Portsmouth. He presented and explained the process behind his recently published book ‘The British and Peace in Northern Ireland’. The group will meet on Tuesday once every fortnight at HCPC. It’s open to all Highbury students; if you want to get involved please email Joanna.Czyz@highbury.ac.uk.

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Campus

Updates

Apprenticeship

Did you know Highbury College works with a wealth of employers, who together with Highbury offer a wide selection of apprenticeships? If you’re interested, visit www.highbury.ac.uk/appvacancies

Catering Students’ Pop Up Day

On 26th February Chimes restaurant our Catering students organized ‘Pop Up Day’ that aims at showing their amazing skills and ideas for their future businesses. Our guests were offered a three course menu and afterwards could buy products such as brownies, chutneys, cupcakes etc. Our students Kate, Larna, Lauren and Emily made sure products were advertised around the College and everyone could try it! We hope to see more of it next year – especially Pickled Cucumber! Using this opportunity we would like to thank Rob Strachan and our new Atrium Chef Paula for their amazing help and contribution towards Diversity week and beyond. We had international menus throughout the week starting with Hungarian goulash, tucking into Italian pizza on Wednesday and finishing off with a British roast on the Friday. In the Atrium (5th floor) Paula has recently introduced a healthy salad bar that will promote and help our students and staff to boost their vitamin intake and also to get ready for the summer season. Come and join us!

Travel & Tourism – Waxing for Charity

On 25th February our Travel and Tourism student Olie Brooks volunteered to have his chest, back and legs waxed in return for donations for one of the charities. It was great to see his friends and tutor Angie Parkes supporting him through this. One of Olie’s classmates Leeson seeing how painful it was for his friend bravely stepped in and volunteered to have his legs waxed instead. Well done to both of them! The event would not have been the same without our Beauty students Tonitchua and Alex who together with their tutor Sam Miller professionally waxed our students and supported this great charity event.

Join our Health, Care & Early Years department on a trip of a lifetime to The Gambia next April!

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Highbury College students to do volunteer work in Gambia in 2016. We are looking for volunteers with all types of skills and will be involved in a range of activities such as reading books to school children, helping build a school, and help support people in a Health Centre and AIDS clinic. If you are up for the challenge and are interested in finding out more, please contact Karen Potter on either (023) 9288 2804 or Karen.Potter@highbury.ac.uk

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The Student Finance England Application For 2015/2016 academic Year -

Reminder!

If you’ve applied and hope to start university or a higher education course at a college (including

Highbury College) in September 2015, you need to register on the Student Finance England website

at www.gov.uk/student-finance-register-login and start completing your application as soon as you

can. The recommended deadline for these applications to be completed by 31st May 2015 so that

funding is sorted out in time for the start of courses in September 2015.

You can also see one of the Careers Team for further support if required. Please email for an

appointment Careers@highbury.ac.uk

HE Courses at Highbury College

Did you know that we offer Higher Education programmes, including Foundation Degree and top up Degrees, at Highbury College? The fees we charge for our Foundation Degrees and top up Degrees, for example, are significantly lower than universities. In addition, our Higher Education students benefit from small classes, individual attention and career focused programmes. Foundation Degrees These are Level 5 qualifications and are equivalent to the first 2 years of a degree programme. A key element of these programmes is the inclusion of significant work placements for students. We currently offer the following Foundation Degrees: Validated by the University of Portsmouth – Travel & Tourism; Hospitality Management Validated by the University of Sussex – Business Management; Business with Marketing Management; Computer Networking; Software Development Top up Degrees Students who complete the University of Sussex Foundation Degrees in Business Management and Computer Networking can top up to the following full honours Degrees respectively at Highbury College (both validated by the University of Sussex): BA (Hons) Business Management and BSc (Hons) Computer Networking HNC & HND Diplomas These are currently offered in Business, Computing, Engineering, and Construction and the Built Environment, mainly on a part-time or block delivery basis. There are plans to offer HNC and HND Diplomas in Media for next year as well. Professional Programmes Level 5 programmes are also currently running or planning to recruit in other areas. These include Human Resource Management, CELTA (for teaching English Language to adults), and Health and Social Care. For more information please contact Graham.Carter@highbury.ac.uk

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Monthly offers

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FAST FACTS

2,929,600 The total number of adult learners (19+) in the UK participating in government funded further education in 2013/14

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Not long left now until College breaks up for Summer.....

Now is a great time to job search and think

about what to do next. Are you thinking about getting a job (Full or Part-time),

leaving your part-time job to get your first full time job or even considering an

Apprenticeship? If you have plans to continue studying - either at Highbury College or

going to University, you might be looking for a summer job.

Please let us know how we can help you with

this - CV improvement, practice for interviews, job searching etc.

If you email us directly with a special

request - such as location, type of company, hours required, and then we will make some phone calls for you and see if

we can find the job you really want.

If you have already got a job please remember to let us know to

claim your Congratulations voucher!

CUSTOMER SERVICE, FAREHAM, £16000

Currently working with Lloyds Bank and they are recruiting staff for their Lost, Stolen Card department. Working shift rota and full training will be given of 4 weeks, which is paid.

CAD TECHNICIAN and DESIGN ENGINEER, SEGENGSWORTH, FAREHAM

An expanding business and they contract Mechanical and Electrical projects and specialise in the design, installation and maintenance of plumbing, ventilation, waste and electrical services in large buildings such as care homes, student accommodation, hotels, schools and colleges.

TEAM MEMBERS, TEAM LEADERS and MANAGERS, PARK GATE

A large hotel chain is currently recruiting for various roles including waiting staff, bar staff and housekeeping.

ADMINISTRATOR, WHITELEY

A large company are currently looking to recruit an Administrator. You will need to hold a Full UK Driving Licence as difficult to get to on public transport. Work Mon – Fri 08.00 – 17.00

Individual needs to be 18 years old who has experience of working within admin area and qualified in a related Finance subject.

ANIMAL CARE LEVEL 2

Working with a popular doggie day care business based in Portsmouth where you will look after and walk minimum 30 – 50 dogs per day.

CHILDCARE LEVEL 2/3

Working within a nursery you will be assisting with the day-to-day duties within the nursery environment. You must have a GCSE C in Maths and English to apply for a Level 3 apprenticeship

RETAIL LEVEL 2

Based in Emsworth you will be working in a soft furnishings business. You must have excellent communication skills and will be dealing with customers on a day-to-day basis

CUSTOMER SERVICE LEVEL 2

Based in Havant you will be working in a wedding/prom dress boutique. You must have excellent communication and customer service skills and will be dealing with customers on a day-to-day basis

SURVEYING LEVEL 3 – CLOSE DATE 26TH MAY

Working for a company based in Chichester. Working Mon – Fri 7.30am – 4.30pm. Earnings £225 per week. Duration of apprenticeship 2 years. Skills required: willing to learn and good time keeping with good communication skills.

ENGINEER LEVEL 3 – CLOSE DATE 5TH MAY

Working for a company based in Waterlooville. Working Mon 8am until 4.30pm. Earnings £192 per week. Company has been involved in the design development, manufacture and assembly of customer products. Skills required: good logical approach to problem solving, awareness of H&S issues regarding working in a dynamic work environment. Good hand skills and in interest in manufacturing and working on simple a complex mould tools is desirable.

PLUMBING LEVEL 2 – CLOSE DATE 13TH APRIL

Working for a company based in Lee on the Solent. Working Mon – Fri 8am until 4.30pm. Earnings £102.38 per week. Skills required: time keeping, polite to customers, hard worker and doesn’t mind getting dirty.

CAD TECHNICIAN LEVEL 3 – CLOSE DATE 1ST MAY

£180 PER WEEK

Drafting work preparation to include liaising with design and manufacturers and use of CAD

The REED NCFE Team at Highbury

Bex: 02392 328 808

Johanna: 02392 328 728

Ali: 02392 328 757

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CLEANER, FAREHAM, GOSPORT, WATERLOOVILLE, PETERSFIELD

Working for a cleaning company, they are looking for Part Time permanent staff. Own transport is required but not essential. You need to provide 2 written references, proof of ID and 2 passport-sized photos.

2 X WAITRESSES, PORTSMOUTH

To work various shifts, so need to be flexible and adaptable. Zero hours contract but will be working 2/4 shifts per month. Pay is more than minimum wage. Need to be 18 years old to apply

HAIR STYLIST, HAYLING ISLAND

Initially minimum wage

Working with a salon requires a qualified Level 3 Hair Dresser to start on a Part Time basis initially (Fridays and Saturdays) extending to a Full Time once the stylist has built up their client base. Barbering experience would be ideal but not essential.

BAGGAGE HANDLERS, PORTERS, MEET AND GREET AND CHECK IN RECEPTION STAFF

£6.50 per hour plus tips

Working in Portsmouth Docks on various shifts when the cruise ships are in. You will be laying bags in different areas, taking baggage to customers cars, checking passports, supporting customers complete health questionnaires and taking tickets. Need to be 17 years of age to apply. Need Passport or Full Birth Certificate, proof of National Insurance Number i.e. letter from Inland Revenue, wage slip, P60 or P45. Proof of address, clear criminal record and reference for last 2 years.

2 x CATERING STAFF, SOUTHSEA

Minimum wage

Working with a tourist attraction in Southsea you will be working in the kitchen preparing food and serving food to customers.

VISITOR SERVICES, SOUTHSEA

Minimum wage

Working with a tourist attraction in Southsea you will be working on reception meeting and greeting visitors to the centre and working with children’s parties.

BENCH HAND, PORTSMOUTH

Currently working with a company based in Portsmouth, you will be working in a workshop making cabinets. The role would suit a L2/L3 Carpenter. Full training will be given.

BAR, WAITING STAFF AND BANQUET STAFF, SOUTHSEA

National Minimum Wage for first 3 months probation

Working with a large hotel In Southsea with various roles available. You will serve food and drink to hotel guests and also serve at functions. Actively upsell and comply with Licensing Laws. Clean and set up for events and attend regular training sessions. NMW for the first 3 months probation, after pay increase, however does depend on ability and departments but normally £7 per hour

CHEF, VARIOUS LOCATIONS

£7 - £9 PER HOUR

Working for a catering company based in Portsmouth and they produce street food at festivals and at local farmers markets, across the region. They are a quirky fun brand and trying to give the traditional bubble and squeak a re vamp. Ability to work weekends and some evenings – role will be over summer as working at festivals. Responsible for all aspects of food preparation – from peeling to cooking and serving customers.

Ideally will need to be able to drive car or moped to get to locations.

CROWD SAFETY OFFICER, VARIOUS EVENTS

Working at various festivals, music concerts and events, Role includes ticket checking, gate entry locations, and front of stage pit barriers, information points, wristband check locations and back stage areas.

WAITERS, GENERAL ASSISTANTS, BARISTAS, KITCHEN PORTER, BAR STAFF, GOODWOOD

£7.20 per hour (Over 18s) £4.75 per hour

Working at Goodwood at various events from March through to November. Shifts vary from 8 – 12 hours in length.

Ability to communicate well and provide excellent customer service at all times.

TEAM MEMBERS, TEAM LEADERS and MANAGERS, PARK GATE

A large hotel chain is currently recruiting for various roles including waiting staff, bar staff and housekeeping.

MACHINE OPERATOR, FARLINGTON

£7.50 PER HOUR

Working on a wood preparation machine. Suited to student undertaking an Engineering or Carpentry course. Full training will be given. Will be required to operate a CNC Router machine.

CATERING ASSISTANT/SOUS CHEF, OLD PORTSMOUTH

Currently working with a public house that would like to recruit a catering Assistant/Sous Chef.

The REED NCFE Team at Highbury

Bex: 02392 328 808

Johanna: 02392 328 728

Ali: 02392 328 757

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You can be part of the solution

Through the positive actions, decisions and choices we make every day,

each of us has the opportunity to improve our lives, relationships and make

our local community a better place to live.

Through the Be Part of the Solution campaign, you can share what you are

already doing to improve your wellbeing or that of others in your

community, or pledge to make better choices or have a positive influence

on your family, friends and local community in the future. The campaign

also presents an opportunity to get recognition for someone close to you

that always chooses to do the right thing and be part of the solution.

The next meeting with the Police & Crime Commissioner will be hosted at

Highbury College on Thursday 13th of May 2pm-4pm. To book your place

please contact 01962 871595 or opcc@hampshire.pnn.police.uk. This is

your chance to add your voice to a campaign committed to positive

change. Click below for more information. Don’t miss this opportunity.

Upcoming Events You Shouldn’t Miss!

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Key

SC=Sports Centre, HC=Highbury Campus, HCPC=Highbury City of Portsmouth Centre, NH=Northarbour Centre, AC=Arundel Centre, ALL=All Campuses & Centres *Denotes spaces are limited and students must book in advance **Denotes spaces are limited and students must book in advance and there is a cost Activities are open to ALL students. Students can just drop in and are FREE unless otherwise noted. Contact Students.Union@highbury.ac.uk for more information.

April 2015 Activities Calendar Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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Create Your Own Blog or You Tube

Bin Those Ready Meals @ HCPC

Netball @ SC 1:00-2:00

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FE Chaplaincy @ HC 11:30-1:00

Badminton @ SC 12:00-1:00 and 4:00-5:00

Boxing @Charter School 5:00-6:00

Entrepreneurial Clinic @ HCPC

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Badminton @ SC 12:00-1:00

Entrepreneurial Clinic @HC TBA

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Basketball @ SC 12:00-1:00

Reading Club*@ HCPC 2:00-3:00

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Netball @ SC 1:00-2:00

Police Surgery @ HC 12:00-2:00

Smoking Cessation @ NH

Entrepreneurial Clinic @NH TBA

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FE Chaplaincy @ HC 11:30-1:00

Badminton @ SC 12:00-1:00 and 4:00-5:00

Boxing @Charter School 5:00-6:00

Sexual Health Clinic @ HCPC 11:30-1:00

Entrepreneurial Clinic @ HCPC

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Kwik Cricket @ SC 12:00-1:00

Multi Skills @ SC 4:00-5:00

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Badminton @ SC 12:00-1:00

Entrepreneurial Clinic @HC TBA

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Basketball @ SC 12:00-1:00

Reading Club*@ HCPC 2:00-3:00

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Alton Towers Trip

Basketball @ SC 12:00-1:00

Reading Club*@ Starbucks 2:00-3:00

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Highbury College Student Conference @

HC Time: TBC

FE Chaplaincy @ HC 11:30-1:00

Badminton @ SC 12:00-1:00 and 4:00-5:00

Boxing @Charter School 5:00-6:00

Sexual Health Clinic @ HCPC 11:30-1:00

Entrepreneurial Clinic @ HCPC