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Discover – What can I do with my degree?

You could begin by researching a career opportunities for Operating Department Practitioners (ODPs). However, you can also explore careers that don’t directly relate to your degree. Did you know that over 80% of graduate employers will recruit from any degree discipline?

Develop – Developing skills and experience

If you already have a clear career idea, the next step will be to develop your skills and experience to build your confidence and increase your knowledge. You probably already have some relevant experience but you might want to consider part-time work or volunteering to increase your chances of gaining graduate employment after completing your degree. It’s also a great way to try-out settings to see what you enjoy and if it’s a good fit for you!

Compete – Getting ready to apply for work or postgraduate study

When you know what you want to do and you’re ready to apply, we have all the tools, tips and advice right here. You can also use this information to help you if you’re at an earlier stage of your career thinking and are applying for part-time work or work placements.

Complete this short online learning module to find out where to search online and get faster and more relevant job search results. Then search and apply for all opportunities on our vacancy portal.

Online learning pathway – Job SearchingFind opportunities on our vacancy portal

Your go-to guide, including examples and templates to get you started.

CV and application adviceOnline learning pathway – Making applicationsReview your CV online using CareerSet

Get ahead of the competition by reading our top tips or follow our online self-led learning pathway.

Interview adviceOnline learning pathway – interviews and assessments

Practice using our online tools or book a mock interview with a Careers Adviser.

Practice online tests at Graduates FirstPractice interviews at Shortlist MeBook a mock interview

How to decide if postgraduate study is right for you, what you should consider and how to apply.

Our top tips and adviceComplete our online learning pathway – Postgraduate study

Live opportunities

Take a look at the latest part-time jobs, placements, volunteering opportunities and graduate vacancies that may be of interest to ODP students. Select any of the following opportunities to find out more and apply, or search for other opportunities on our vacancy portal.

  • Closing Date: 14/12/2024Location: England – North West.Are you a caring, compassionate and cheerful person with lots to give? Join us as our new Health Care Assistant at Brook View care home in Fazakerley, Liverpool. As a Care Assistant, you’ll support adults living with complex care needs to live their best lives. This role will […]
  • Closing Date: 07/01/2025Location: England – North West.Job Title: Wellbeing Link Worker Officer      Salary: £26,350 (Permanent) Hours: 36 hours per week Office location: Halton Responsible to: Services Manager Benefits:- Flexible working (4 day week full time option)- 210 hours holidays (28 standard days)- 5% Employer pension contribution   Closing Date: Midnight Tuesday 7th January 2025 Wellbeing Enterprises […]
  • Closing Date: 26/03/2025Location: England – Yorkshire and the Humber.Leeds Health and Care partners have come together to host a Team Leeds webinar to inspire and inform our next generation of Nurses.    An introduction to Team Leeds    In Leeds we recognise that our health and care system will only work effectively […]
  • Closing Date: 05/12/2024Location: England – North West. Hospital Harts is based within the NHS and predominantly provides services and support for LUHFT (Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) which manages four hospital sites including Aintree Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. Hospital Harts aims to regularly organise events […]
  • Closing Date: 05/12/2024Location: England – North West. Hospital Harts is based within the NHS and predominantly provides services and support for LUHFT (Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust) which manages four hospital sites including Aintree Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and Royal Liverpool University Hospital. Hospital Harts aims to regularly organise events […]
  • Closing Date: 01/01/2025Location: England – North West. Nursery Practitioner Casual Supply Work Greater Manchester – particularly in Stockport and South Manchester region £12.83 per hour Essential: Level 2/3 qualification OR 3+ months experience Do you love working with young children? Are you looking for casual work that fits around your studies? Do […]
  • Closing Date: 26/12/2025Location: England – North West.Are you; warm, friendly and empathic? Then we need you! We are looking for volunteers to visit with and chat to our clients at our range of care services in Maghull. Either meeting and chatting with a group, or one-on-one. Parkhaven Trust is a charitable not-for-profit […]
  • Closing Date: 25/12/2024Location: England – East Midlands.,England – East.,England – Greater London.,England – North East.,England – North West.,England – South East.,England – South West.,England – West Midlands.,England – Yorkshire and the Humber.,UK Nationwide.Insignia Global Partners are delighted to be working in partnership with a leading, mental health, wellbeing, learning disability and neurological […]
  • Closing Date: 28/12/2025Location: England – North West.Why do we need Community Support Befrienders? There are people in our local communities who require a supportive companion to help them. The benefits of their having regular meetings with a Community Support Befriender helps to increase their confidence, resilience and independence to help tackle their […]
  • Closing Date: 30/07/2025Location: England – North West. Organisation name n-compass North West Organisation overview n-compass operates across the North West of England to make a positive difference and enhance life opportunities for adults and young people disadvantaged by disability, physical/mental illness, age or social exclusion through providing advocacy, carers, health & wellbeing, […]
  • Closing Date: 30/11/2026Location: England – North West.Location: Merseyside within the community Role Type: Variable hours (Full-time or Part-time) Salary: £12 per hour depending on skills, experience and type of shift Lagan’s Foundation is an established provider of specialist home healthcare to children across the Northwest of England.   We are excited to […]
  • Closing Date: 11/11/2026Location: England – North West.Home visiting volunteers are required to support families with young children in the Southport and Formby area.At Home-Start we believe that every child deserves a happy future. Our volunteers are passionate about helping and supporting parents to give their children the best possible start in life.All […]
  • Closing Date: 21/03/2025Location: England – North West.PurposeTo support the parent/carer during what can be a worrying and stressful time, when they could be trying to cope with having a child in hospital, siblings at home, work responsibilities and family commitments. The aim is to try and reduce the stress as much as […]
  • Closing Date: 11/07/2025Location: England – North West.Our volunteers are important to us, and we want to give you the best opportunities possible to ensure this experience is meaningful and enjoyable.We provide as much flexibility as we can with the tasks required and will keep you informed of new activities and offer dates […]
  • Closing Date: 11/07/2025Location: England – North West.Our volunteers are important to us, and we want to give you the best opportunities possible to ensure this experience is meaningful and enjoyable. We provide as much flexibility as we can with the tasks required and will keep you informed of new activities and offer dates […]
  • Closing Date: 11/07/2025Location: England – North West.Our volunteers are important to us, and we want to give you the best opportunities possible to ensure this experience is meaningful and enjoyable. We provide as much flexibility as we can with the tasks required and will keep you informed of new activities and offer dates […]
  • Closing Date: 11/07/2025Location: England – North West.Our volunteers are important to us, and we want to give you the best opportunities possible to ensure this experience is meaningful and enjoyable. We provide as much flexibility as we can with the tasks required and will keep you informed of new activities and offer dates […]
  • Closing Date: 11/07/2025Location: England – North West.Our volunteers are important to us, and we want to give you the best opportunities possible to ensure this experience is meaningful and enjoyable. We provide as much flexibility as we can with the tasks required and will keep you informed of new activities and offer dates […]
  • Closing Date: 02/06/2025Location: England – North West.Our Old Swan (Liverpool) store sells clothes, homeware, furniture, books, DVDs, and other pre-loved items. Our team prepare products for resale, sell merchandise, and accept cash donations from the public. All of this work is supported by a team of dedicated volunteers, committed to keeping us […]
  • Closing Date: 06/04/2025Location: England – North West. Organisation name n-compass – Knowsley Advocacy Hub Organisation overview n-compass operates across the North of England to help people regain control of their lives, providing hope and a sense of purpose, through the provision of Carers, Advocacy, Wellbeing, Counselling and Volunteering Services. Role title Volunteer […]

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