by: Birbs - 08-01-06 16:34
Hi, i am in my final year at uni studying early childhood studies. I came to university stright from school, and during my time have not gained any experience. I am worried that when it comes to applying for jobs i will not be given a chance due to my no experience. Or do you think due to my (fingers crossed) qualification i may be given oppotunites and let off. Has anyone been in a similair situation? Or can anyone help in anyway? Much appreciated.
by: joshuajones
Hi Birbs,
You are not alone, no one just finishing college has much experience. As long as you are not expecting to get a room supervisor, deputy or managers job the minute you finish college you should not have any problems. We had to start with very little experience, you get that by working. Don't worry. Look on the positive side, you have your qualification and a lot to offer, sell yourself girl and go for it.
Jobs - 09-01-06 18:29by: Birbs
Thanks very much, it's nice to get a bit of reasurrance. No, i don't expect to get high up jobs at first i understand i need to gain experience from that.I hope i will be given chances, your right everyone starts from somewhere.
Jobs - 12-01-06 13:23by: nixster
My best advice to you would be to get in with a large organisation who can offer a focused career path, with your qualification you should be able to go for a more senior position alot quicker however i would recommend getting first hand practical experience for at least 6/12 mths. I would also write to these large organisations before you finish and let them know your available, the child care areana is crying out for well qualified and committed staff. Visit as many as possible before you decide and discuss with them the longer term prospects for both yourself and the company.
Hope this helps - Nixster
Jobs - 12-01-06 18:44by: Birbs
I do have 4 months experience as a children's party guide and i did a weeks work experience at a nursery school. I just didn't feel that these were reasonable areas of experience.
Thanx for you help, i will be arranging a chat with my uni careers advisor, hopefully they can point me in the direction of some organisations.
Jobs - 30-01-06 17:13by: Mibbs
Its great that you are studying for your degree. Could you not do some volounteer work in Early Years settings alongside your study? Actually being with the children makes your learning more meaningfu, as well as consolidating your knowledge.
Good luck for the future.
Jobs - 25-04-06 17:37by: MaryKate
i am having the same problems looking for work. i have just finished the same degree and my friends who did nneb as well are walking straight into managerial posts. what i suggest is temp work for a year or two then applying for senior posts
Jobs - 26-04-06 17:46by: shelley1
If you can get any voluntary work at all in amongst your studies - even if it's just for a short time each week, then it will all stand in your favour, and will also allow you to use them as referees. Many local authorities have staff banks. Perhaps you could join one. You are able to state what hours/days you can do, and you'll be able to earn some cash at the same time. It will also show that you are flexible and can adapt/respond to new situations quickly. On the whole, you will be snapped up with your qualification, but any experience you can get will give you the edge.
