Careers Programme
Our Careers Programme provides every student with high‑quality, impartial guidance to help them make informed decisions about their future. The programme is delivered in line with statutory guidance for schools and fully meets the Gatsby Benchmarks.
Personal Careers Guidance
- All students have access to one‑to‑one impartial advice from our Level 7 qualified Careers Advisor, Nicole Moore (Progress Careers).
- Students who require additional support receive regular individual guidance throughout their time at school.
- Every student will have at least one personal careers meeting in Year 10 or Year 11, and students in any year group may request an appointment at any time.
- Requests for a careers meeting can be made through the appropriate Learning Manager, Mr Green (Careers Lead), or directly with Nicole Moore.
- Our Careers Advisor also attends Parents’ Evenings and key events for Years 9–11, including the annual Careers Fair and Year 11 Results Day.
Careers Education in the Curriculum
Careers learning is delivered through the EPC Programme and is aligned with the CDI (Careers Development Institute) Framework at both KS3 and KS4.
Students benefit from:
- Employer encounters each year, including guest speakers, assemblies, and themed “drop‑down” days from Years 7–11.
- Annual Careers Fair, featuring post‑16 providers, employers, and training organisations.
- Trips, visits, and in‑school workshops that connect students with employers, colleges, universities, and apprenticeship providers.
Our Careers Programme is continuously evaluated to ensure it remains effective, relevant, and ambitious for all learners.
Careers Education Opportunities
Delivered Through:
- Subject Lessons – Exploring career pathways linked to subject knowledge and transferable skills.
- Tutorials, Assemblies & Life Lessons – Covering labour market information, growth sectors, and employability skills.
- Drop‑Down Days – Focused events such as employability days and stay‑safe days.
Information, Advice & Guidance:
- Careers Fairs – Regular visits from employers, colleges, and universities to discuss training routes and career opportunities.
- Careers Portal – Online access to careers information through our partnership with Progress Careers.
- Results Day Support – Advisors available to help students confirm their next steps.
- 1‑to‑1 Guidance – Confidential, impartial advice to help students understand their options and make informed decisions.
Planning for the Future
Our advisors support students whether they have a clear career goal or are still exploring their options. Guidance includes:
Technology & Updates – Careers information shared via noticeboards, screens, and the school website.
GCSE and A‑Level Options – Understanding choices and how they link to future pathways.
Apprenticeships – Support with applications, job‑hunting techniques, and mock interviews.
Higher Education – Exploring university routes and planning the 14–19 journey.
Parents’ Evenings – Opportunities for families to speak with careers advisors.
