We are continuing our series of regional events to help local schools and employers connect. This time we’re in Gateshead for an an event that brought together multiple schools and a wonderful selection of volunteers for an exciting showcase event.
Inspiring Gateshead is an exciting new initiative to raise and broaden aspirations of young people in Gateshead and to provide them with a better understanding of the job opportunities and career routes open to them. Fantastic things are happening in the region to help young people achieve their potential, with numerous organisations such as the North East Local Enterprise Partnership and the North East Regional Mentoring Programme playing a vital part.
The launch event was hosted by Cardinal Hume Catholic School and had local primary and secondary schools taking part. The day kicked off with a career speed networking for Cardinal Hume students, giving them the opportunity to meet with a variety of volunteers and ask them questions about their career journey. The latter part of the morning focused on inspiring primary school pupils, beginning with a ‘What’s My Line?’ event, designed to challenge gender stereotyping. Then it was time for classroom talks for the children, with volunteers talking about the importance of literacy and numeracy to help pupils make the important link between their learning and their futures.
Rosalind Flint, Headteacher at Cardinal Hume School, said: “We were delighted with the success of our ‘Inspiring Gateshead’ event on the day itself, but even more so when we reflected on the long-term benefits. Feedback from our primary and secondary school guests has been excellent from both teachers and students. We were privileged to welcome nearly 50 volunteers from the world of work who were exceptionally generous with their time and keen to be involved with the school in the future.”
Schools and volunteers interested in being a part of Inspiring the Future can sign up on our website.
Many thanks to the following volunteers who took part:
Frank Firth, Head of Office, Arthur J. Gallagher
Simon Peckham, CEO, Melrose PLC
Stephen Treanor, Senior Partner, Treanors Solicitors
Alex Nelson – Self-employed, Railway Stationmaster
Fiona Cook – NHS, Community TB Staff Nurse
Niki Kane – Greggs, HR Administration
Laura McLoughlin – Teacher Active, Branch Manager of Recruitment Consultant
Maria Riley – HMRC, Senior Executive Officer
Miranda Middleton – NHS, Clinical Genomics Practitioner
Jacqueline Callaghan – HMRC
Georgina Dalton – HMRC
Craig Simpson – HMRC
Melanie Hall – HMRC
Dawn McDonald – HMRC
Christopher Hearne – HMRC, Bereavement Team
Carol Taylor – Northumbria Police, HR Manager
Emma Oliver – Friendly Development Charity
Kate Stobbart – Artist and Part Time GP
Rebecca Byrne – Department for Education, Senior Executive Officer
Ian Cawson – DWP, IT Architect
Asa Buchanan – Bond Dickinson, Solicitor
Wendy Borsberry – HMRC
Sarah Davies – HMRC, Tax Advisor
Lisa Faetz – HMRC
Lesley Smith – HMRC, Criminal Investigation Officer
Lucy Joyce – Northumbria Police, Police Officer
Paul Rae – Red Square Design, Graphic Designer
Mark Marshall – Department for Education, North Division – Academies Regional Delivery Group
Dominic Cook – HMRC
Anthony Forrester – Eagles Community Foundation, Basketball Coach
Charlotte Lever – PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP, Accountancy
Mat Clarke – Cardinal Hume Catholic School, Teacher
Pauline Leonard – HMRC, Mandatory Reconsideration Office
Rachel Bowering – HMRC
Hannah Stevens – Head of HR & Training
Lynne Mason – HMRC
Louise Gulliver – Park View Community School, Director of IAG
Andy Lloyd – Centre for Life, Head of Special Projects
John Nielsen – CK21 Ltd, Engineer for Construction Industry
Stephen Edwards – Deloitte, Accountancy
Holly Murdy – Deloitte, Accountancy
Aneta Ciaston – Deloitte, Accountancy
Martyna Sniegulska – Deloitte, Accountancy
Karan Angad – Deloitte, Accountancy