Careers & Further Education

Activity

Description

Gatsby Benchmark

Manchester Gateway Programme

Organised visits to Manchester University encouraging students from non-university families to have high aspirations. 

7

Careers education embedded within the wider curriculum

Teachers encourage students to consider a variety of careers by talking about their own experience, developing subject specific careers boards or inviting guest speakers into the classroom. Teachers seek out opportunities to promote STEM subjects, the Arts and Humanities through trips and activities in school.

3,4

Form time enrichment

3 week tutor led programme encouraging students to think about where their different subjects could take them. 

1,2,3,4

Half termly assemblies

Promotion of local labour market information, different career sectors and educational pathways including visiting speakers and Alumni to raise aspirations.

Activity

Description

Gatsby Benchmark

ACE Programme workshops

Employer and employee encounters in a workshop environment focusing on different career sectors and opportunity for Q&A.

1, 2, 5

Visits to workplaces

Most recently these have included visits to local tech company CDL and construction sites.

6

Manchester Gateway Programme

Organised visits to Manchester University encouraging students from non-university families to have high aspirations.

7

Form time enrichment

4 week tutor lead programme exploring different working environments.

1, 6, 8

Subject specific activity

Opportunities are provided to support future study or career options through targeted visits or trips including dance, drama, music and arts, STEM subjects and humanities.

2,3,4,5,

Half termly assemblies

Promotion of local labour market information, different career sectors and educational pathways including visiting speakers and Alumni to raise aspirations.

 1,2,4,6

Activity

Description

Gatsby Benchmark

ACE Programme workshops

Employer and employee encounters in a workshop environment focusing on different career sectors and opportunity for Q&A.

1, 2, 5

Half termly assemblies

Promotion of local labour market information, different career sectors and educational pathways including visiting speakers and Alumni to raise aspirations.

4, 5

Manchester Gateway Programme

Organised visits to Manchester University encouraging students from non-university families to have high aspirations.

7

Form time enrichment

4 week tutor lead programme exploring the decision making process involved in choosing a career path. 

2, 3, 4, 8

Visits to workplaces

Most recently these have included visits to local tech company CDL and construction sites.

2,3,5,7,8

Options Process

A comprehensive package aimed at helping students to make informed and positive decisions about their options choice.  This package includes:

·         An initial questionnaire encouraging students to think about what they are good at, what they enjoy and to reflect on the type of learner they are.

·         Series of assemblies with presenters from local colleges, apprenticeship providers and universities.

·         Subject presentations by Directors of Study linked to future careers.

·         Options Evening with the support of our Careers Adviser and local colleges.

1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8

Alumni Programme

Meeting ex-students to raise aspirations, promote different study or career pathways or share expertise in specialist subjects.

3,7

Subject specific activity

Opportunities are provided to support future study or career options through targeted visits or trips including dance, drama, music and arts, STEM subjects and humanities.

2,3,4,5,7

Activity

Description

Gatsby Benchmark

Work Experience

Students undertake one week of work experience in the summer term.

5, 6

Form time enrichment

4 week tutor lead programme advising students on how to be “work ready”.

1, 3

Careers Convention

Year 10 students, parents and carers are invited to attend our annual Careers Convention with a parent or carer.  We have a vast range of employers, colleges, apprenticeship providers and university representatives on hand to offer guidance and answer any questions.

2,3,5,7,8

Start of 1:1 Careers Guidance

Individual 30 minute interview with a qualified careers advisor, accompanied by detailed, tailored action plan.  Follow up interviews are also available.

3, 8

College Taster Days

Students are given the opportunity to attend an organised taster day at various colleges.

7

Careers Lessons

Each student will have 8 careers lesson throughout Year 10, focussing on:

·         Employability Skills

·         CVs and Personal Statements

·         Interview Skills

·         Apprenticeships

·         College Life

When possible visiting speakers will support the Careers curriculum.

1, 2, 7

Alumni Programme

Meeting ex-students to raise aspirations, promote different study or career pathways or share expertise in specialist subjects.

3,7

Financial Literacy

Opportunity for students to work with specialist employers to address financial matters which directly affect their future plans.

2

Subject specific activity

Opportunities are provided to support future study or career options through targeted visits or trips including dance, drama, music and arts and STEM

2,3,4,5,7

Half termly assemblies

Promotion of local labour market information, different career sectors and educational pathways including visiting speakers and Alumni to raise aspirations.

3,5,7

Yr10 Careers Day

Opportunity for students to hear directly from colleges and employers about different pathways and career options as well as complete an online application form in preparation for Practice Interviews in Yr11.

2,3,5

Activity

Description

Gatsby Benchmark

Induction Programme

Upon returning to school in September, students take part in a 2 day Induction Programme consisting of assemblies and optional workshops, led by visiting speakers representing colleges, universities and training providers, introducing students to the range of post-16 options available to them

1, 3, 5, 7

Practice Interviews

Each Year 11 student will complete a formal application form including their skills, interests and future plans and then undertake a practice interview with an employer, college or apprenticeship provider matched to their preferences.

3, 5, 7, 8

Completion of 1:1 Careers Guidance

Individual 30 minute interview with a qualified careers advisor, accompanied by detailed, tailored action plan.  Follow up interviews are also available.

3, 8

Our Futures Tracking Process

Students complete online surveys so our staff can assess how far down the application process they are in order to offer support and guidance where needed.

1,3,4

Form time enrichment

4 week tutor lead programme focussing on college applications, application form and CV writing, support with personal statement.

1, 3, 8

Careers Convention

Year 11 students, parents and carers are invited to attend our annual Careers Convention with a parent or carer.  We have a vast range of employers, colleges, apprenticeship providers and university representatives on hand to offer guidance and answer any questions.

– Year 11s are also invited to attend our presentations from providers on the evening,

2,3,5,7,8

CV and Application Form Workshops and Drop-in sessions

Extra support provided to students struggling with the application process

8

Subject specific activity

Opportunities are provided to support future study or career options through targeted visits or trips including dance, drama, music and arts and STEM

2,3,4,5,7

Careers Lessons

 Each student will have 5 lessons focusing on the following topics:

– The transition from school to post-16 education

– Writing applications

– Building on interview skills

– Higher education

– Preparing for working life

 1,2,4,8

Half termly assemblies

Promotion of local labour market information, different career sectors and educational pathways including visiting speakers and Alumni to raise aspirations.

3,5,7