The Resource Library.

Smart Thinking for a Sustainable Future

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Sponsor: Generation Logistics

Overview: Logistics is like solving a giant real-life puzzle—one that actually helps the planet 🌍

Learning Objective: Unpack how a career in logistics makes a real difference

What is Logistics? An Introductory Video

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Business Careers

Sponsor: Generation Logistics

Overview: From deliveries to data, watch to learn how logistics powers everything around you

Learning Objective: To better understand the hidden world of logistics

Virtual Careers Fair

Sponsor: Generation Logistics

Overview: Over 20 companies share case studies and tangible opportunities to work in a wide range of logistics roles

Learning Objective: Gatsby 5: Encounters with employers

Careers Booklet

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Generation Logistics

Overview: Exploring job families, and case studies, that keep Great Britain moving

Learning Objective: What roles are available in the logistics sector?

Solar-powered refrigeration trucks

Age Range: 16-18

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning x Marshalls x Tesco

Overview: Using their understanding of energy sources and power pupils have to decide how to power a refrigerated truck

Learning Objective: Perform energy transfer/power calculations and evaluate

Vidcast: Will AI replace logistics?

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Asda x Maersk x Wincanton

Overview: Dan, Brittany and Empress discuss the future of the logistics sector and how AI will play a part.

Learning Objective: What future careers can AI enable in logistics?

Vidcast: Is warehousing a dead end job?

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Asda x GXO x Maersk

Overview: Olivia, Luca and Sarah share their perspective on careers in warehousing

Learning Objective: Learn about the depth/breadth of careers in warehousing

Vidcast: Is logistics a man’s world?

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Asda x GXO x Maersk

Overview: Lizzy, Georgia and Harsana prove logistics is not a man's world!

Learning Objective: Hear three women discuss their careers in logistics

Vidcast: Is logistics only a career for men?

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: GXO x Maersk x Wincanton

Overview: Nicola, Amy and Vivi share why a career in logistics is not only a career for men.

Learning Objective: Listen to three successful women share career stories

Vidcast: Does working in transport mean being a driver?

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Asda x Maersk x Wincanton

Overview: Karen, Gemma and Ellie bust the myth that working in transport has to mean being a driver.

Learning Objective: What other careers feature in transport?

Describing the motion of a warehouse robot from a velocity-time graph

Age Range: 14-16

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Building pupils' skills and knowledge to interpret a velocity-time graph and calculate acceleration

Learning Objective: Interpret a velocity-time graph, calculate acceleration

Describing the journey of a cargo ship from a distance-time graph

Age Range: 14-16

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Building pupils' skills and knowledge to interpret a distance-time graph and calculate speed

Learning Objective: Interpret distance-time graph/Calculate speed/Draw graph

Which fuel is best?

Age Range: 14-16

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Building pupils' knowledge so they are able to select the best fuel for delivery vans and justify their choice

Learning Objective: Advantages and disadvantages and properties of good fuel

Maritime Careers – external link

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Maritime UK

Overview: Activities that allows students to explore maritime careers and identify roles they may be interested in

Learning Objective: Learning from careers and labour market information

Maritime and Transport Careers Posters

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: MTCP

Overview: A range of subject posters that aim to help students link subjects to maritime and transport careers

Learning Objective: Develop knowledge of careers

Maritime and Transport Careers Cards

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: MTCP

Overview: A range of subject cards that aim to help students link subjects to maritime and transport careers

Learning Objective: Develop a knowledge of careers

Scalar or vector?

Age Range: 14-16

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Using a lorry, pupils identify the physical quantities that can be measured including forces and classify

Learning Objective: Identify physical quantities, classify as scalar/vector

Energy Stores and Transfers

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Pupils identify energy stores and transfers from a series of images of a variety of logistics situations

Learning Objective: Identify energy stores and energy carriers

How far does a van move?

Age Range: 14-16

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Distance and displacement are introduced as scalar and vector quantities then applied to a delivery van

Learning Objective: Interpret text to draw a diagram and determine distance

Road Safety: SIGHT

Age Range: KS5

Subject: PSHE

Sponsor: Duffy Logistics

Overview: SIGHT: Safety is Getting Home Tonight supports being a safe driver, especially useful for young drivers.

Learning Objective: Understand how to drive safety and prevent harm

Chemical and Physical Changes in a Lorry

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Pupils identify the chemical and physical changes taking place on a lorry and justify their choices

Learning Objective: Identify and explain physical and chemical changes

Balanced and Unbalanced Forces

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Science

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A set of tasks looking at the effect of balanced and unbalanced forces on the motion of a lorry and cargo ship

Learning Objective: Calculate resultant forces and explain the effect

Programming : Calculating wages

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A coding challenge to create a working computer programme to calculate delivery drivers' wages

Learning Objective: Use Python to create a working program; test and debug

System Security

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: This activity considers the implications of unauthorised access to a company's systems and how to prevent it

Learning Objective: The Computer Misuse act and descrive secure systems

Searching for Parcels

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: This task asks pupils to compare binary and linear search methods when looking for parcels

Learning Objective: Explain how a linear and binary search work and compare

Networked Systems

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A group task: Aspects of installing a computer network and wireless system are investigated and discussed

Learning Objective: Describe how to improve the digital infrastruture

How will parcels be delivered in the future?

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Consider the ethical and legal implications of drones and autonomous vehicles for deliveries

Learning Objective: Evaluate the use of drones and autonomous vehicles

Data Handling: Stock control

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Create a spreadhseet to monitor stock levels to ensure there is enough stock for customer demand

Learning Objective: Create a spreadsheet to process, analyse and present dat

Data Handling: Lorry value

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A task showing how spreadsheets can be used in the real world to perform calculations and analyse data

Learning Objective: Create a spreadsheet to process, analyse & present data

1D and 2D Barcodes

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A research task investigating and creating 1D and 2D barcodes

Learning Objective: Research and compare the use of 1D and 2D barcodes

Programming: Cost per Mile

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A coding challenge to create a working computer programme to calculate how much a journey costs

Learning Objective: Use Python to create a working program, test and debug

Which Lorry to Send?

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Computing

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A controller has to use information to decide which lorry to send for an urgent collection

Learning Objective: Evaluate information to provide the best possible soluti

Logic Puzzles 3: Going Shopping

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A challenging logic puzzle to determine various facts about a shopping trip

Learning Objective: Non-routine problem solving, extracting text information

Logic Puzzles 2: A Grand Day Out

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A logic puzzle to determine where 4 people went on days out , what they did and who they went with

Learning Objective: Non-routine problem solving, extracting text information

Logic Puzzles 1: Birthday presents

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A logic puzzle to determine the birthdays of a group of siblings and what present they received

Learning Objective: Non-routine problem solving, extracting text information

Packing Problems 3: Shelving

Age Range: 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Choose the best use of materials for shelving and reflect upon why the solution may not work in real life.

Learning Objective: Select methods to apply to non-routine problems

Packing Problems 2: How many parcels?

Age Range: 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Pack items into the least number of parcels using first fit decreasing algorithms for cost effectiveness

Learning Objective: Interpret and solve problems in a financial context

Packing Problems 1: How many employees?

Age Range: 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: This task asks students to allocate jobs to different employees using first fit algorithms

Learning Objective: Select methods to apply to non-routine problems

Vidcast: Engineering and Tech

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers Computing Engineering

Sponsor: Culina, Martin Brower and Oxalis

Overview: James, Sanjay and Lucy talk about the importance of engineering and technology in logistics.

Learning Objective: What future careers can engineering and tech enable?

Vidcast: Maths

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers Maths

Sponsor: CEVA, DHL and GXO

Overview: Josh, Glen and Ashley talk about how Maths has been pivotal to success in their logistics career

Learning Objective: How is Maths applied in the world of logistics careers?

Vidcast: Geography

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers Geography

Sponsor: Culina, Hatmill and Tesco

Overview: Tom, Max and Emily discuss how Geography plays a part in their careers in logistics.

Learning Objective: How is Geography used in logistics careers?

Vidcast: Science

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers Science

Sponsor: Maritime, Tesco and Wincanton

Overview: Kyle, Evie and Oliver share how Science has played a part in developing their career in logistics.

Learning Objective: How does Science support a career in logistics?

Vidcast: Computing

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers Computing

Sponsor: GBRTT and Wincanton

Overview: Josh and Callum talk about how using Computing and technology has enabled their career in logistics

Learning Objective: What is the future of computing in logistics?

Mini Markets – 3 – Electric van

Age Range: 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Produce a feasability study to determine whether an electric van should replace a diesel lorry

Learning Objective: Present solutions including limitations and alternatives

Mini Markets – 2 – Area Manager

Age Range: 14-16 16-18

Subject: Computing Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: Find the shortest route for an area manager to travel between locations using a greedy algorithm

Learning Objective: Simplify information, make assumptions, decide strategy

Mini Markets – 1 – Deliveries

Age Range: 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: STEM Learning

Overview: A small group task to devise a delivery schedule for a truck within given constraints

Learning Objective: Identify information and assumptions to solve problems

Mythbusting Posters

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: National Careers Week

Overview: 12 posters that bust commonly held myths about roles in logistics and transport!

Learning Objective: Explore job families and careers in the sector

The Conveyor Belt

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: AMSP x MEI

Overview: An activity to use estimation to examine warehouse space

Learning Objective: Estimation, compound units, Fermi, modelling

Lorry Loading

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: AMSP x MEI

Overview: An activity that uses algorithms to pack lorries as efficiently as possible

Learning Objective: Model situations mathematically, algorithms

Managing Flow

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: AMSP x MEI

Overview: An activity to redeploy fulfillment centre employees for maximum efficiency - with great discussions!

Learning Objective: Model situations mathematically, ratio and proportion

Planning a Festival

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Maths

Sponsor: AMSP x MEI

Overview: Short activity using Desmos to use maths skills to organise a festival

Learning Objective: Area and perimeter, scale, Pythagoras, percentages, P&L

Delivering Promises

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Business

Sponsor: LLBSP Leics Careers Hub x Logistics UK

Overview: Reviewing manufacturers --> consumers and sustainable practices in the context of fast fashion returns

Learning Objective: Can you solve the fast fashion returns challenges?

More than Moving!

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: D2N2 x LLEP

Overview: A poster showing some of the roles available in logistics

Learning Objective: Gatsby 2: Learning from career information

Great Place 2 Work!

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: DHL x GXO x SEGRO x D2N2 x LLEP

Overview: A poster showing the opportunities available at the East Midlands Enterprise Gateway!

Learning Objective: Gatsby 2: Learning from labour market information

Show Me The Money!

Age Range: 11-14 14-16

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: DHL x GXO x D2N2 x LLEP

Overview: A poster showing that it pays to work in a growth area, like logistics in the East Midlands!

Learning Objective: Gatsby 2: Learning from labour market information

Party in the Park

Age Range: 14-16 16-18

Subject: Business

Sponsor: CILT(UK) x Business on the Move

Overview: Teams present a proposal to create a party in the park, considering a variety of logistical issues

Learning Objective: Apply persuasive skills to a realistic business context

Vidcast: Accessing Careers

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Amazon, GXO and Hoyer

Overview: Callum, Eleanor and Donald share how they become logistics professionals - and why they love it!

Learning Objective: Did you know about the variety of routes into logistics?

Vidcast: Sustainability

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Asda, Hoyer and Wincanton

Overview: Shantel, Tom and Luke talk about the future of logistics and their careers

Learning Objective: How are logistics companies approaching Net Zero?

Vidcast: Tech & Innovation

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Wincanton and Asda

Overview: Claire and Shantel share their thoughts on the future technology the logistics sector has and will need

Learning Objective: How does technology and innovation affect logistics?

Vidcast: Myths in Driving

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: GXO and Wincanton

Overview: Hear from Dan and Gary about roles available, new technologies and health and wellbeing

Learning Objective: Do you believe driving is an aspirational career?

Vidcast: Careers We Love

Age Range: 11-14 14-16 16-18

Subject: Careers

Sponsor: Kinaxia and Wincanton

Overview: Sukhdev, Neil and Laura share their passion about why logistics is a great career choice!

Learning Objective: Why choose a career in logistics?

Humanitarian Aid

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Geography

Sponsor: CILT(UK) x Geographical Association

Overview: A targeted approach to identify priorities for dispatch of support and co-ordination of people

Learning Objective: Could you be part of an international rescue?

e-commerce

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Business Maths

Sponsor: Amazon x CILT(UK) x Geographical Association

Overview: How orders get from A to Z, using Amazon as an example

Learning Objective: How does a company ensure happy customers?

Shipping Containers

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Business Geography

Sponsor: Maersk x CILT(UK) x Geographical Association

Overview: Exploring the routes taken by the largest container ships and the important decisions made to arrive on time

Learning Objective: What are the major routes taken by container ships?

Smart Buses

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Business Geography

Sponsor: CILT(UK) x Geographical Association

Overview: Exploring decisions and actions that companies take when route planning

Learning Objective: How are customers kept informed?

City Bikes

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Geography

Sponsor: CILT(UK) x Geographical Association

Overview: Students will investigate usage patterns for city bikes and interaction with other road users

Learning Objective: What is required to keep city bikes on the road?

Tackling Waste

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Business Geography

Sponsor: CILT(UK) x Geographical Association

Overview: Investigating Pret as an example of tackling food waste

Learning Objective: What decisions are made in a company to reduce waste?

Road Haulage

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Business Geography

Sponsor: CILT(UK) x Geographical Association

Overview: Exploring logistical issues between Scotch Corner and Penrith for haulage companies

Learning Objective: How do we keep hungry cities satisfied?

Railways

Age Range: 11-14

Subject: Geography Maths

Sponsor: Rail Delivery Group x Network Rail x CILT(UK) x Geographical Association

Overview: Produce a diagram that illustrates rail statistics and consider context for growth

Learning Objective: Can the train take the strain?