I worked as an Exam Invigilator at Abbey over the past year so I have an insider's point of view of…read morethe way things are run here. I think it's an exceptional college. Class sizes are small and students get on well with their tutors and peers. Many of the students here are international and live in accommodation provided by the college. Some teachers also live in this accommodation and are there to offer support and guidance to those who need it. There is a great atmosphere in the college, friendly and calm. It's a great place to work and I'm sure the students feel the same. Especially as they get to lounge about over St Paul's Square on breaks!

Common Purpose is a charity that runs leadership courses. The objective is for people to have…read morebetter leadership skills whether for work or just for themselves. One of the main areas of interest is for people to have civic and social responsibility with the long term aim that all of the public benefit. They even have courses for young people aged 18-25 that enable them to have better leadership skills resulting in better job offers. 'Young Million' is run through donations of money and donations of time and this is the area I'm looking to potentially get involved. I thoroughly recommend having a look at Common Purpose whether you are young and unemployed, a professional looking to sharpen your leadership qualities or a professional looking to donate time. Oh and ask for the amazing Louise Teboul in Birmingham.