Join us for our final session in Vodafoneâs pioneering âFuture Readyâ programme. This unique coaching and mentoring broadcast gives you the opportunity to learn about all things Vodafone, ranging from apprenticeships to career routes to culture.
Feeling inspired? Explore our inspirational talks library featuring recorded sessions with high-profile speakers, all designed to motivate and empower. Or why not take the next step and apply for work experience opportunities with leading employers across the UK for both virtual and in-person placements.
Push The Boundaries With Virgin Media O2 Apprenticeships
Why Apprenticeships Are A Great Career Option
Wednesday 29th March
KS3-5 / S1-6
Take your next steps towards a successful future in our âMeet the Apprenticeâ event. With new apprenticeships being released all the time, the variety is wider than ever. Whether you want to be out and about, helping customers, diving into data, or connecting communities through network expansion, thereâs something for everyone.
On-Demand With Rufus Radcliffe, Managing Director – Streaming, Interactive & Data
How The Way We View TV Has Changed
Monday 27th March
KS4-5 / S4-6
Rufus Radcliffe has worked in the TV industry for many years and has been at the forefront of its development, particularly when looking at On Demand services. His responsibilities include all of ITVâs direct-to-consumer activities, including interactive, gaming, live events, merchandise, and all of ITVâs digital products including ITV Hub and ITV Hub+. In this broadcast, we hear about his career and how the industry has changed over the years.
Meet the Speaker: Introducing Richard Murrell, Lead Director of BBC NewsÂ
I can still remember the icy internal fear of âImposter syndromeâ as I stepped forward to the welcoming applause from students at St John Payne School in Chelmsford. My first talk took place in October 2014, and from that day to now, I have been on a voyage of discovery and joy.
The very essence of Speakers for Schools in built upon giving something back. Each and every member of the Speaker âFamilyâ has a story to tell â of wonder, of application and dedication â a truth that captivates our audience of eager young minds.
My story centres around a career spanning more than forty years at the BBC. Itâs a fascinating exercise to observe how society has changed in all that time. In 1981, virtually everyone on the street would shy away from a microphone or a portable camera. Now everyone is a potential media superstar thanks to the devices held in their bag or pocket.
Itâs actually quite an easy task to pull back the curtain of broadcasting â showing the work of directors, producers and presenters via video clips. Interestingly, the second half of my talk has evolved to a mix of class participation, a look at safety considerations when making content, and how to deal with bullying in the workplace.
There is joy in seeing engaged young faces as the hour progresses. The constant message, no matter what the school or societal expectation, of the need for personal confidence, ambition and determination â of daring to dream. Itâs an honour and privilege to be invited to spend an hour in the company of these adults of the future.
Membership of the Speakers for Schools family gives unique insight into the possible. Itâs an aspect of empowering the minds of the future, and that is a wonderful feeling. There again, I have to admit I have utter admiration for the teaching staff, for their day-to-day job is much harder than mine.
If you would like to watch inspirational talks by speakers like Richard, please visit our online broadcast library.
Get into Marketing With Trevor Johnson, Head of Marketing, Global Business Solutions, EUI – TikTok
Marketing On Social Media
Friday 24th March
KS3-5 / S1-6
In this broadcast, Trevor Johnson the Head of Marketing, Global Business Solutions, EUI, at TikTok talks about the development of social media and marketing. Previously to being at TikTok, he spent 12 years at Facebook/ Instagram and was one of Facebook’s earliest employees. This has given him an excellent knowledge of the industry and how it was changed and will continue to develop in the future. If you have an interest in social media marketing this is the broadcast for you!
Develop Your Leadership Skills With Captain Polly Marsh, Royal Military Sandhurst & Garth Miller, Airline Captain, Leadership Consultant, Speaker, Company Director, High Altitude Mountaineer, Veteran, Quantico
Develop Your Leadership Skills
Thursday 23rd March
KS3-5 / S1-6
In this fantastic broadcast, we hear from Captain Polly Marsh and Mountainer and Veteran Garth Miller, as they talk about their life experiences and how it has led them to be better leaders. From techniques to tales from our speakers, watch this broadcast to get inspired about leadership.
Feeling inspired? Explore our inspirational talks library featuring recorded sessions with high-profile speakers, all designed to motivate and empower. Or why not take the next step and apply for work experience opportunities with leading employers across the UK for both virtual and in-person placements.
Racing into Work With Jonathan Wheatley, Sporting Director, Red Bull Racing
My Career In Racing
Wednesday 22th March
KS3-5 / S1-6
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to drive a racecar? do you love sports and driving? Then this is broadcast for you, we were joined by Jonathan Wheatley the sporting director at the Red Bull Racing Formula One team who started off his career Formula One mechanic and team manager.
Women in The Automotive Industry With Paula Cooper, Director, Consumer One, Toyota GB
Women In Leadership
Tuesday 21st March
KS4-5 / S4-6
In this broadcast, Paula talks about Women In The Automotive Industry with the hope to encourage all students to consider a career in this industry and to aim high. Paula has a keen interest in supporting the development of people and participates as a mentor or coach in a number of Toyota (GB) programmes.
Career Insights Into The Music Industry With Karen Emanuel, CEO, Key Production Group
Vinyl Music Is Coming Back
Tuesday 14th March
KS4-5 / S4-6
The music industry isn’t just for musicians and signers, there are many other career roles available if you are passionate. In this broadcast, we hear from Karen Emanuel who started in the music business booking bands and DJ-ing at Leeds university, and later in 1990, she began Key Production, which specialises in the design and manufacture of Vinyl CDs, DVDs, and cassettes plus bespoke packaging for both music and a growing list of other industries.
Feeling inspired? Explore our inspirational talks library featuring recorded sessions with high-profile speakers, all designed to motivate and empower. Or why not take the next step and apply for work experience opportunities with leading employers across the UK for both virtual and in-person placements.
Strengthen Your Skills Set With Stephanie Flanders, Senior Executive Editor at Bloomberg and Head of Bloomberg Economics
Thursday 16th March
KS4-5 / S4-6
In this broadcast, economist, Stephanie Flanders who has the position as the Senior Executive Editor and Head of Economics for the financial, software, data, and media company, Bloomberg talks to us about the basics of being an economist, transferable skills, and strengthening your skill set through practical and educational means.
