Parents & Teachers
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If you are looking for a film to inspire the next generation into a career in construction, check out ‘Where it all begins’, a film made by the Construction Innovation Hub and @classoftheirown.
The Nightingale Hospital in Exeter was built in just 57 days. This short film has been created to demonstrate the opportunities available in the industry.
View the journey of construction and different job roles.
Traineeships are a great way of getting your career in construction off the ground. Click on the image to find out more.
Film featuring young people highlighting the benefits of working in the sector and how construction is a rewarding, first class career.
With so many ways to enter a career in construction, it can be difficult to know where to start. Go Construct has put together some information on the main routes into the industry, to help you figure out which is right for you.
Women working in construction is on the increase. 37% of new entrants into the industry that came from higher education are women.
Working in construction isn’t all ‘muddy boots’. These inspirational women demonstrate the variety of roles available in construction, from design manager to project surveyor. Listen to them share their background stories, education and career routes into the industry.
This short video explains the many different roles in construction and the built environment.
This short video explains the many different routes into a career in construction and the built environment.
Take a look at these stories from people working construction jobs across the UK.
Discover the world of construction with this great Interactive Construction Site.
Quizzes, career explorers and interactive tools to help you explore and discover your ideal role, based on your interests, skills and qualifications.
Digital skills are vital to most construction projects, with the latest technologies being used to innovate and develop buildings and infrastructure. Click on the link above to the Go Construct website and discover what types of roles use digital skills and how they are impacting on the construction industry today.
Find out construction worker demographics, diversity of roles and job satisfaction. Over 2.5 million people work in construction – it’s big business! Follow this link to discover how diverse construction is.
Visit the BAM website to learn more about BAM Early Careers, including their apprenticeships and graduate programmes.
Careers advice and information from Carl Rimmer, retired Exeter Chiefs Rugby Player, now a Building Surveyor in Exeter.
Careers and information from Carl Rimmer, retired Exeter Chiefs Rugby player, now a Building Surveyor in Exeter.
Careers and information from Carl Rimmer, retired Exeter Chiefs Rugby player, now a Building Surveyor in Exeter.
Apprenticeships are a highly valued entry route into construction and are open to anyone aged 16 and over. They offer a chance to work on the job with experienced staff, and combine practical and academic learning. This video includes five apprentices talking about their experience.
The Supply Chain Sustainability School, an award-winning collaborative initiative comprised of construction suppliers, contractors and their clients, has released its Fairness, Inclusion and Respect (FIR) Annual Culture Survey Report.
A go-to guide with everything you need to know to land your career in construction.
Stories from people working in construction jobs across the UK.
‘Building Your Future’ Construction Special – a 30 min fast moving interactive show, with Q&A and teaching resources.
Short video providing an overview of career options in construction (2:30 min).
‘Craft your Future’, developed by the Chartered Institute of Building, is a construction game aimed at 12–14 year olds that takes place in Minecraft. Through it, learners explore the methods and skills to become a construction manager, introducing them to a career in construction.
The construction industry is one of the largest users of global resources and contributors of pollution. It therefore has a huge responsibility to aid sustainability. But what exactly is sustainable construction and what are the benefits? Read Go Construct’s guide to learn more.
This toolkit is aimed at teachers looking for classroom activities and lesson plans, whiuch help to inform and promote construction and built environment careers.
A toolkit for professionals to help them promote construction and built environment careers.
A resource pack dedicated to the new leisure centre being built in the centre of Exeter.
A fun and educational activity for up to 48 participants working in teams that helps with problem-solving, creative thinking, and time management.
A fun activity for all ages to work in teams to design and build a boat that floats!
Resources for parents and career advisors to help inspire the future workforce.
Inspire is Hinkley Point C’s education programme and offers a range of free and innovative activities including hands-on STEM workshops, curriculum-linked teaching resources, assemblies, and events for Key Stage 2, 3, and 4.
