School leaver advice
Plan for the future now with our range of useful advice for school leavers. From top tips on how to prepare for university and understanding degree levels to what extracurricular activities to include on your CV, as well as expert careers advice for school leavers, you’ll learn everything you need to stand out from the crowd.
20 easy jobs to do without experience
Think all jobs need experience? Think again. From high-paying roles to easy work from home jobs, here are 20 jobs you can start today.
How to get work experience
Need some work experience? From CV tips to work experience request emails, here’s our essential guide on how to get work experience.
Not going to uni? 11 alternatives to consider
Thinking about not going to uni? From degree apprenticeships to entry-level jobs, here are 11 great alternatives to university.
Five helpful courses for each stage of your career
From starting out to stepping up, here are five essential courses to help you excel at every stage of your career. Start learning today.
Jobs for 16-year-olds
16 and ready to work? Here are a few jobs you can do – and a handful of helpful hints to get your career off on the right foot.
Degree levels explained
Considering going to uni? There’s more than one way to get a degree. Here’s everything you need to know about university degree levels.
20 easy jobs to do without experience
Think all jobs need experience? Think again. From high-paying roles to easy work from home jobs, here are 20 jobs you can start today.
How to get work experience
Need some work experience? From CV tips to work experience request emails, here’s our essential guide on how to get work experience.
Not going to uni? 11 alternatives to consider
Thinking about not going to uni? From degree apprenticeships to entry-level jobs, here are 11 great alternatives to university.
Five helpful courses for each stage of your career
From starting out to stepping up, here are five essential courses to help you excel at every stage of your career. Start learning today.
Jobs for 16-year-olds
16 and ready to work? Here are a few jobs you can do – and a handful of helpful hints to get your career off on the right foot.
Degree levels explained
Considering going to uni? There’s more than one way to get a degree. Here’s everything you need to know about university degree levels.
T levels explained
Wondering what T levels are? Our guide explains the T level qualification, what it’s equivalent to, and if it’s the right choice for you after your GCSEs.
What are V levels?
Discover V levels – the new vocational qualifications launching in 2027. Learn how they compare to A levels and T Levels, plus what it means for your career.
Six of the best extracurricular activities for your CV
Wondering how you can add a little extra to your CV? We’ve already covered whether you should include your hobbies, but here are five extracurricular activities you might want to add to your CV.
Work experience letter template
Looking to gain some work experience? Our free work experience letter template will help get you started, and learn how to stand out to employers.
How to write a personal statement for university
Here’s everything you need to know about writing your personal statement for university, and a personal statement example to help you get started.
Leaving school: What to do next
Finishing secondary school? Here are some of the options available to you – and advice on what you could be doing next.
GCSE results day: What are your options?
Here are just some of the things you could do after getting your GCSE results.
Five great retail skills for your CV
Looking for retail skills to help sell your suitability for the role? Here are just five that you should definitely be adding to your CV.
How to kick-start your career if you’re aged 18-24
Aged 18-24 and looking for work? Here are our top tips on how to kick-start (or restart) your career and find a job you love.
University open days: What you need to know
Not sure which university is right for you? Don’t panic. To help you get up to speed, here’s a quick rundown on how university open days work:
Student loans: What you need to know
Confused about student loans? You’re not alone. To help you get to grips with it all, here are a few key things you need to know, and how to apply for them.
Should I go to university?
Let’s face it, university isn’t right for everyone. To help you weigh up all the options, here’s how to find out whether it’s a good fit for you.
FAQs
How can reed.co.uk help you write your first CV?
Our school leaver CV template covers everything you need to know about writing your first professional CV. We’ve also got tips on things like good hobbies to add to your CV, and who to contact for a reference – which are especially useful if you’re writing a CV for the first time.
What careers can you go into straight after school?
Lots of careers don’t necessarily need a degree to get started. On reed.co.uk we’ve got some comprehensive guides on jobs available for 16-year-olds and some of the best-paid jobs you can do after your GCSEs, as well as advice for considering your options on A level results day.
Is university right for you?
University isn’t necessarily the right choice for everyone. To help you decide, we recommend narrowing down your long-term career goals, and determining what you need to do to achieve them. If you’re still asking yourself ‘should I go to university’, try talking to friends and family to get their advice too.
How do you write a personal statement for university?
A great university personal statement can really help your UCAS application stand out. Our advice is to focus on why you want to study your chosen course, how your current academic experience is relevant, and your skills and experience. It should be no more than 4000 characters – so try to make it as relevant and engaging as possible.