Local Life - Wigan - November 2018
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Part-Time Professors<br />
Around eight out of ten students work part-time in<br />
order to help fund their studies. Having a part-time<br />
job in college or university can assist with living costs<br />
and is said to build character – but could it be taking<br />
away vital studying time?<br />
Part-time employment looks good on a CV. In<br />
today’s competitive job market, school-leavers and<br />
graduates need their CVs to stand out more than<br />
ever. Though this can be boosted with volunteering<br />
opportunities and work experience, working parttime<br />
shows they know how to prioritise and manage<br />
their time effectively.<br />
There’s less time for studying. Revising for A-Levels<br />
or a degree can be stressful, with many universities<br />
saying their courses require as much dedication as a<br />
full-time job. Working part-time leaves less time for<br />
cramming in the library or attending lecturers’ office<br />
hours.<br />
Students will learn to be financially responsible.<br />
Which means relying less on the bank of mum and<br />
dad! Budgeting is an essential life skill, and parttime<br />
jobs can help alleviate the stresses of a student<br />
overdraft.<br />
Non-flexible shifts might mean skipping classes.<br />
Employers demanding compulsory overtime or<br />
arranging different shifts each week might lead to<br />
students missing out on contact hours, including<br />
classes and lectures.<br />
One solution is freelance work, which can be useful<br />
for gaining work experience in any chosen field and<br />
for making a bit of extra cash; although the frequency<br />
and amount of work can decrease during quiet<br />
spells. Tutoring is another way to get some pocket<br />
money going while reinforcing good study habits –<br />
just make sure to seek permission from the college<br />
or university before advertising your services!<br />
Could you be one of tomorrow’s<br />
outstanding teachers?<br />
55<br />
Individuals who are<br />
passionate about working<br />
with young children.<br />
Join us at our open evenings at;<br />
St Patrick’s Catholic Primary School,<br />
Hardybutts, WIGAN, WN1 3RZ<br />
Tuesday 13th <strong>November</strong> <strong>2018</strong>, 4-6:00pm<br />
Tuesday 11th December <strong>2018</strong>, 4-6:00pm<br />
Tuesday 15th January 2019, 4-6:00pm<br />
Tuesday 12th February 2019, 4-6:00pm<br />
Individuals who have<br />
the potential to be<br />
outstanding teachers<br />
Accredited<br />
Study days will be at Liverpool Hope University leading to a PGCE and QTS in primary teaching.<br />
For more information and updates visit www.wcpsd.uk<br />
Provider code 2A4 - Course code 2XT7
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