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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 Searching Find opportunities on our vacancy portal

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

CV and application advice Online learning pathway – Making applications Review your CV online using CareerSet

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

Interview advice Online learning pathway – interviews and assessments

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

Practice online tests at Graduates First Practice interviews at Shortlist Me Book 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 advice Complete 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: 12/08/2024Location: England – North West.Now Hiring! We are looking for caring, passionate, and motivated individuals to join our wonderful growing team of Care Professionals making a positive difference in your local community! Why choose Home Instead? No previous experience required.Flexible full-time and part-time (inc. overnights) hours available.Competitive compensation.Paid mileageAward-winning training: […]
  • Closing Date: 01/11/2026Location: England – North West.We are hiring. Are you a passionate, outgoing and committed person looking to support your local community? We need people to work with adults 18 and over with learning disabilities Edward McCarthy Support Services (EMSS) provides support staff on a "one to one” basis and for a […]
  • 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: 18/09/2024Location: England – North West.  Job Advert: RNC: Children's Nurse, level 1 Location: Liverpool and Community Based within children’s own homes. (Various Locations) Role Type: Bank  Salary: £14.80-£15 NHS Band: Band 5 Lagan's Foundation is a nonprofit organisation dedicated to providing support and care to children in the community with […]
  • 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: 27/07/2024Location: England – North West.We offer student Placements throughout the year at Barnardo's 'Include Me 2' project.We are funded to cover 7 different  areas in Lancashire: Preston, South Ribble, Chorley, Leyland, West Lancs, Burnley & Pendle.We provide Play & Leisure activities in base and out in the community.We support children […]
  • 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 […]
  • Closing Date: 12/12/2024Location: England – North West. * £27,400 per annum* (unqualified) based on 6 sleeps per month. (Salary: Starting unqualified at    £22,000 per annum plus £75 per sleep in) *Full-Time (40 hours) or Part-Time (20 hours) per week contract*   Shift work – working a two week rolling rota – Week […]
  • Closing Date: 18/06/2026Location: England – North West. Servoca Nursing & Care are recruiting for committed and enthusiastic Support Workers for various settings who are passionate about helping those who are vulnerable and in need. Here at Servoca, we are a Healthcare Agency so we can give you the choice of when, where and how often […]
  • Closing Date: 01/04/2026Location: England – North West.Objectives: Conduct lead generation to the NHS and other healthcare organisations for all of your accounts. Independently manage the first stage of the sales pipeline by generating leads, building relationships by nurturing warm prospects, and finding new potential sales outlets.  Manage and maintain a pipeline of […]
  • Closing Date: 25/03/2026Location: 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. Staff NurseWe have a fantastic opportunity for enthusiastic and highly motivated Newly Qualified Registered Nurses to join our growing teams […]
  • Closing Date: 26/10/2024Location: England – North West.Across the UK, our 270 local groups play a vital part in supporting people affected by MS. They provide sense of belonging, unity and friendship. And they deliver services and support for their local MS community. We are looking to recruit an Activities Volunteer for the […]
  • Closing Date: 26/10/2024Location: England – North West.We’re the MS Society – a community of people living with MS, scientists, campaigners, listeners, organisers, ambassadors and fundraisers. Our volunteers are a key part of achieving our goals and their support is vital. Join us. About this opportunityWe are looking to recruit a Finance Volunteer […]

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