Careers Programme and Student Survey Results
Limes College Career Development Programme – Summary of Student Experience
CDI Framework Learning Areas
Grow throughout life – Grow throughout life by learning and reflecting on yourself, your background, and your strengths.
Explore possibilities – Explore the full range of possibilities open to you and learn about recruitment processes and the culture of different workplaces.
Manage career – Manage your career actively, make the most of opportunities and learn from setbacks.
Create opportunities – Create opportunities by being proactive and building positive relationships with others.
Balance life and work – Balance your life as a worker and/or entrepreneur with your wellbeing, other interests d your involvement with your family and community.
See the big picture – See the big picture by paying attention to how the economy, politics and society connect with your own life and career.
For further information about our careers provision please see our Careers Policy and Access Policy.
Date | Year Group | Gatsby Benchmark | Activity | Aims | CDI Framework | Learning outcome |
All year | Across school | 2 + 3 + 8 | Careers in Sectors Display Board | Encourages students to consider other careers within sectors they are interested in. | Explore possibilities Manage Career | There are a wide variety of careers that I can be interested in. |
All year | Across school | 4 | Display resources for careers leading from subjects | Provides scope for thought for alternative careers | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career See the big picture | Career decision/next steps Options 16-18 and beyond |
All year | Across school | 2 + 4 7 | Displays indicating what courses are available to pursue in each subject for Post 16 studies | Encourages thoughts about next steps | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage Career Create Opportunities See the big picture | There are multiple options of study for a subject I am interested in. |
All year | Across school | 2 | Careers videos in registration | To be able to name 20 different job roles and describe 5 in detail | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can identify various roles and jobs. |
All year | Across school | 1 + 2 + 3 + 7 | Regular updating of school website and documentation regarding careers programme | Career programme is known and understood by students, parents, teachers, governors and employers. | Grow throughout life Create opportunities Explore possibilities Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can find current and relevant information to help me with my Post 16 options. |
All year | Across school | 1 + 2 + 3 + 7 | Dedicated section of school website related to careers information, advice and guidance | Relevant career information is easily accessible from home, also giving parents and carers the opportunity to be involved | Grow throughout life Create opportunities Explore possibilities Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can find current and relevant information to help me with my Post 16 options. |
All year | Across school | 1 + 2 + 3 + 5 + 6 + 7 | Online calendar detailing up and coming career programme activities | Career programme is known and understood by students, parents, teachers, governors and employers. | Grow throughout life Manage career | I can find current and relevant information to help me with my Post 16 options. |
All year | Across school | 1 + 2 + 3 + 7 + 8 | Online glossary of career related terms for parents and students to access | Careers programme is more easily accessed and understood | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can understand the information given to me. |
All year | Across school | 2 + 7 + 8 | List of useful websites and links readily available on school website | Parents and students can access career, labour market information and future study options freely | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can find other sources of information easily. |
All year | Across school | 6 | Every pupil has at least one experience of a workplace, additional to any part time jobs they may have | Pupils gain first-hand experiences of the workplace and expand networks | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can interact with employees to gain understanding of various job roles |
All year | Across school | 7 | Pupils have the opportunity to have a meaningful encounter with providers of a full range of learning opportunities | Pupils understand the full range of learning opportunities that are available to them | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can evaluate my options to choose the right one for myself. |
All year | Across school | 2 | LMI for All widget placed directly on school website – brings together multiple sources of robust LMI | Students are in a better position to make informed choices about future study and training | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can research careers before making choices. |
All year | Across school | 1 + 7 + 8 | Outreach activities and holiday clubs/summer schools are circulated to all students and carers. | Allows all students to access high quality provision and participation initiatives in the local area | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can be active in my community to benefit my lifestyle. |
All year | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 + 7 + 8 | Careers Corner Google Classroom | Online provision of relevant careers information, advice and guidance. Accessible at all times and interactive for those that require additional support. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can access information freely. |
All year | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 + 7 + 8 | Tutor Time resources – dedicated tutor time every week to encourages careers and destinations discussion
| Resources are shared to embed careers in the curriculum, raise aspirations and address stereotypes in the world of work. Helps in identifying and developing skills needed for the world of work. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can look at options and information regularly. |
All year | Across school | 2 + 3 + 7 + 8 | Opening a bank account resources Writing an email resource | Encourages development of employability skills and independency | Grow throughout life Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can make lifestyle changes to improve my career options. |
All year | Across school | 3 + 4 + 8 | Getting to know you questionnaire Interview Guidance | To be able to identify my own skills, likes and dislikes and how these relate to different types of work | Grow throughout life Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work | I can identify my own strengths and interests. |
All year | Across school | 3 | Addressing equality and diversity in the workplace – discussions with students | Challenges stereotypical thinking and raises aspirations | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can think about what a good workplace should be. |
All year | Across school | 2 + 3 + 8 | Activities to introduce careers/professional vocabulary (wordsearches, word banks etc) | Introduces relevant vocabulary to students and prepares for world of work | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can learn vocabulary to help me understand and improve my careers knowledge. |
All year | Across school | 4 | STEM subject teachers highlight the relevance of STEM subjects for a wide range of career pathways | Helps students to gain entry to, and be more effective workers within a wide range of careers | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career See the big picture | I can link subjects I am learning to future career options. |
All year | Across school | 2 + 3 + 8 | National Day Celebrations – Observing National Days and providing related careers information | Students are introduced to careers and sectors they may not be familiar with – encourages thought and reflection on interests and ambitions | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can explore various jobs and roles that I may not be familiar with. |
All year | Across school | 3 + 4 + 8 | What do your hobbies say about you powerpoint? | To understand how subjects and hobbies can link to the world of work | Grow throughout life Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can understand how my interests develop my own life skills. |
All year | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 + 7 | STCG partnership – provides talks, events and taster sessions for students | Allows students to explore all options, interests and ambitions before making decisions on next steps. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
All year | Across school | 3 + 5 | Outreach mentoring and interventions | Provides support and guidance. Encourages thought about actions and growth in life | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can accept support and guidance. |
All year | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 | Subject specific Job Profiles on display | Links careers to curriculum and emphasizes the importance of study. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities See the big picture | I can link subjects I am learning to future career options. |
All year | Across school | 3 + 8 | Attendance to TAC meetings for students, staff and parents/guardians | All agencies involved in the student can support career interests and choices. | Grow throughout life Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can engage in meetings with professionals to support my future. |
All year | 10 + 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 6 + 8 | Work experience placements | Provides encounters with employers and employees alongside experiences of work places | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can gain real world experience of a workplace and further develop my own skills and interests. |
All year | 10 + 11 | 3 + 8 | Dallaglio Trust visits and scheme CV writing | To have a variety of employability skills and be able to put them into practice | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can develop my employability skills. |
All year | 10 + 11 | 2 + 7 + 8 | Individual and group careers guidance Life after Year 11 Powerpoint | To understand a variety of routes into further education and employment | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can gather information and advice on my future pathways. I can ask for support. |
All year | 11 | 3 + 2 + 8 | Review career guidance with team to explore FE options and carry out guidance interviews | Refine Further Education goals. | Explore opportunities Manage careers Create opportunities See the big picture | I can be given the best support possible. |
All year | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Open evening opportunities for colleges and sixth forms shared to parents and students | Provides students and carers with time to plan, encourages exploring various Post 16 destinations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can be kept informed of opportunities to explore. |
All year | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | CV writing, cover letter writing and Interviews Skills Preparation | Prepares students for the world of work, develops professional skills. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can prepare myself for the world of work and beyond. |
All year | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 6 | Students are encouraged to take up weekend and holiday work experience. A range of appropriate job vacancies are displayed in the careers hub and updated regularly | Helps to develop technical and transferable skills for students and widen their networks. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can become more independent and gain life skills. |
All year | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 6 + 7 + 8 | Practicing interview techniques and helpful hints worksheets | Improves employability skills and introduces students to common workplace practises | Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can be prepared for future opportunities. |
All year | Year 11 | 3 + 4 + 7 + 8 | Accompanied visits to college/6th Form Open Events | Students can be accompanied by a transition coach to open events – provides support for students and personal guidance. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can be supported when I need it. |
All year | 11 | 2 + 3 + 4 + 8 | Career guidance interviews | Provides opportunity to reflect, advise and encourage. Gives students advice, information and guidance regarding future paths. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can discuss my strengths, weaknesses and aspirations. |
All year | 11 | 2 + 3 + 7 + 8 | Supported application for Post 16 destinations | Students are supported to ensure they have confirmed destinations for Post 16 education. | Grow throughout life Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can be supported when I need it. |
All year | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Accompanied visit to South Thames College Group subject specific tour | Allows students to explore their potential interests to a greater depth. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can explore my interests in depth. |
All year | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Accompaniment to Post 16 interviews | Provides support and encouragement for interviews. | Grow throughout life Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can be supported when I need it. |
All year | 11 | 3 + 4 + 5 + 6 + 8 | Limes Primary School Work Experience Placement | Students enroll on a work experience programme as a teaching assistant. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I have had experience of a workplace and am able to reflect on my strengths and skills. |
September February | Across school | 3 + 8 | Students develop their SNAP-B and Edukey profiles with assistance from tutors | Increased self-awareness and motivation. | Grow throughout life Create opportunities | I can reflect on my own capabilities. |
Autumn Term | KS1 | 2 + 3 | Teaching around ‘who helps us’. Identifying the jobs family members have and the jobs we would like to do as adults. | Early introduction to the variety of roles students have encountered. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Balance life and work See the big picture
| I am aware of different job roles in my society and community. |
Autumn Term | KS1 | 3 + 4 + 8 | Students think about themselves, learn from their experiences and recognize what they are good at. How will these skills help you in the future? | Students understand the influences around them and begin to recognize their skills. | Grow throughout life Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can explain what I am good at and how I can show my skills. |
Autumn Term | KS2 | 2 + 3 + 8 | Students learn about a range of jobs carried out by the people they know and discuss how they can develop skills to make their own contribution in the future. | Students increase their awareness of the labour market and begin to identify key employability skills. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can identify what I need to do to be successful. |
Autumn Term | KS2 | 2 + 3 + 8 | Students learn about a range of jobs from historical times. They reflect on how jobs have changed and how they will change again in the future. | Students learn about the fluctuating labour market. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I am aware of the changes over time in the labour market. |
Autumn Term | KS2 |
| Students recognize their worth as individuals by identifying positive things about themselves and their achievements, see their mistakes, making amends and setting personal goals. | Increased self-awareness and motivation. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities See the big picture | I am able to identify my skills and set realistic goals. |
September | KS3 KS4 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 6 + 8 | Army Careers Visit | Students encounter various employees of the Army and consider the various career and education paths available | Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can engage with others to make informed decisions for myself. |
September | 10+11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 6 + 7 | Apprenticeship Advice and Information Assembly | Widen pupil understanding of the local labour market and explore career possibilities. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
September | Year 10 + 11 | 2 + 3 + 4 + 7 + 8 | Labour Market/Apprenticeship Information Workshop for students and parents | Provides information about labour market for students and parents. Provides application support for apprenticeships and further education. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
7/9/22 | Across school | 3 + 7 | Invitation to Saturday Academies at NESCOT | Provides real world experience. Raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can try new things to establish what my interests are. |
13/9/22 | KS3 | 3 + 7 + 8 | South Thames College Group Post 16 Options Assembly | Ensures students are able to explore all possibilities for future learning. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
30/9/22 | Year 11 | 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 8 | Army Youth STEM Visit | Students are encouraged to utilise science, technology, engineering and maths to engage in a range of practical activities. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Create opportunities See the big picture | I can link careers with skills in subjects. |
6/10/22 | 10 | 3 + 7 + 8 | South Thames College Group talk regarding Post 16 Options | Ensures students are able to explore all possibilities for future learning. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
10/10/22 | 11 | 3 + 7 | Provision of mini prospectus for South Thames College Group | Ensures students are able to explore all possibilities for future learning. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
11/10/22 | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to JACE Training Drop-In Day | Ensures students are able to explore all possibilities for future learning. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Create opportunities See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
11/10/22 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Palace for Life Foundation Opportunities Fair | Provides opportunities for networking, raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can research the various career pathways available to me. I can manage my own career. |
12/10/22 | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Accompanied visit to The Brits School Open Event | Provides support for students to explore interests and options. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities See the big picture | I can raise my aspirations. |
13/10/22 | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Circulation of JACE Training 2022 course guide | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
13/10/22 | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Circulation of NESCOT full time prospectus | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
14/10/22 | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Circulation of MPCT prospectus | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
14/10/22 | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 + 8 | ‘How will studying English be useful to me?’ presentation | Highlights the importance of subjects to careers. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career See the big picture | I can link the importance of my studies to career pathways. |
7/11/22 | KS3 | 3 + 7 + 8 | South Thames College Group KS3 Options and Careers Assembly | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
21/11/22 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to and information about Morgan Stanley’s Virtual Apprenticeship Insight Event | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can gain real world experience and information regarding apprenticeships. |
23/11/22 | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to JACE Training information, advice and guidance session | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
26/11/22 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Skills London 2022 Jobs and Careers Event | Increases opportunities for networking. Highlights varying career pathways. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
5/12/22 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to University Live Channel via Google Classroom | Introduces the concept of higher education. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I have considered higher education as a future possibility. |
7/12/22 | 11 | 3 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Sutton District Training Open Event with Itinerary | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can explore various options for Post16 education. |
13/12/22 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Lloyds Banking Group Apprenticeships Webinar | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can gain real world experience and information regarding apprenticeships. |
13/12/22 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 8 | Invitation to NHS Careers Untapped Webinar | Allows students to explore careers and educational requirements for the field of medicine. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career See the big picture | I have an understanding of careers within the NHS. |
Spring Term | KS1 | 3 + 4 + 8 | Simple goal setting – What do you need to get better at in order to reach these goals? | Improves self-reflection skills and raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can reflect on my skills and set realistic goals to raise my aspirations and achievements. |
Spring Term | KS1 | 3 + 4 + 8 | Understand the importance of respecting others, even when they are different, make different choices or have different preferences or beliefs. Develop practical steps taken in a range of contexts to improve or support respectful relationships. | Students recognize the importance of equality and learn how to be inclusive. | Grow throughout life Balance life and work See the big picture
| I respect others and the differences in people. |
3/1/23 | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 + 8 | My Ideal Job activity | Encourages students to raise aspirations and research what they need to achieve in order to meet their aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can research effectively to meet my aspirations. |
17/1/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to join British Army Live Assembly webinar | Allows students to explore careers and opportunities within the Armed Forces | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I have an understanding of careers within the Armed Forces |
18/1/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Apprenticeship Opportunities with BP webinar | Increases Post 16 options knowledge. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can gain real world experience and information regarding apprenticeships. |
19/1/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 8 | Invitation to join webinar hosted by Luke Franks – Author, Actor and Podcast Host | Highlights modern career pathways. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I have an understanding of career paths and the non-linear way they can develop. |
20/1/23 | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 | Careers in science powerpoint | Introduces STEM into career development pathways and student thinking | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career See the big picture | I can link the importance of my studies to career pathways. |
24/1/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Real Estate Apprenticeships with CBRE Webinar | Provides real world experience. Raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can gain real world experience and information regarding apprenticeships. |
26/1/23 | Across school | 2 + 5 + 8 | Invitation to Webinar – Future Ready with Vodafone hosted by Vodafone | Engages students with employers and links technology to future pathways | Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I am aware of the importance of technology in the future labour market |
26/1/23 | Across school | 2 + 8 | Invitation to Webinar – How I Became an Entrepreneur hosted by Rajeeb Dey | Encourages students to consider developing entrepreneurial skills | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I am aware of the entrepreneurial skills I could develop as a career pathway. |
31/1/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Accountancy Apprenticeships with The National Audit Office Webinar | Provides real world experience. Raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can gain real world experience and information regarding apprenticeships. |
7/2/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 | Circulation of letters for students and parents from DofE regarding National Apprenticeship Week | Informs students and families of relevant opportunities | Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I am informed about apprenticeships as a pathway. |
8/2/23 | Across school | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 | Publication of the NCFE Apprenticeship Parent Guide | Informs parents of the apprenticeship process | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | My parents understand the apprenticeship pathway. |
9/2/23 | Across school | 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Interview preparation videos shared as a tutor time resource | Allows students to prepare for work related activities | Grow throughout life Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture
| I can prepare in advance for work related activities. |
10/2/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 8 | Careers Interview Day – Employer Encounter and linking curriculum through assemblies, class workshops | Provides students with a meaningful work encounter, practicing interview skills and techniques. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can learn what is expected in an interview and develop my employability skills. |
10/2/23 | Across school | 3 + 8 | My Life Journey activity | Students explore the possibilities for their futures. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can think about my future and plan accordingly. |
13/2/23 | KS4 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 6 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Loving Hospitality Employability Programme (Virtual Work Experience) | Provides real world experience. Raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can prepare myself for the world of work and beyond. |
13/2/23 | 11 | 2 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Invitation to Discover Life as a Network Rail Finance Apprentice webinar | Gives students an insight into an industry sector. | Explore possibilities Manage career See the big picture
| I can explore industry sectors and identify my interests. |
25/2/23 | Across school | 3 + 7 | Invitation to Saturday Academies at NESCOT | Provides real world experience. Raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Create opportunities See the big picture | I can try new things to refine my interests. |
1/3/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | National Apprenticeship Show March 2023 | Provides opportunities for networking, raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I can manage my career and embrace opportunities. |
6/3/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 8 | Circulation of Rate My Apprenticeship’s Guide to Career Options 2023 | Provides students with guidance and information on apprenticeship pathways | Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I have explored apprenticeships as an option for me in my next steps. |
7/3/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 4 + 7 + 8 | Merton College Catering & Hospitality Apprenticeship Event | Introduces various career pathways related to student interests. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture
| I can explore industry sectors and identify my interests. |
15/3/23 | 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 6 + 8 | Open Doors Construction Event – Visit to Palmerston Way | Provided real world experience. Raises aspirations. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can engage with professionals to gain understanding. |
22/3/23 | 11 | 2 + 5 | Invitation to join ACCA’S Careers in Business Virtual Exposition | Students have been invited to participate in the webinar to gain a deeper understanding of the business sector. | Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I have a good understanding of roles within the business sector and what these roles expect. |
March 2023 | 10 + 11 | 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + 6 + 8 | Unique Talent | Students created a short film and took on supported roles within a media project. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture
| I have a good understanding of roles within the media industry and what these roles expect. |
18/4/23 | 11 | 3 + 4 + 5 + 6 + 8 | Creative Industry Work Insight at Cryer Arts Theatre | Students will visit a theatre and participate in a workshop linking subjects to career possibilities | Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | I have a good understanding of some roles within the creative sector and what these roles expect. |
25/4/2023 | KS4 | 2 + 5 + 7 | Want to find out more about life at Deloitte as an apprentice? Webinar | Students have been invited to participate in the webinar to gain a deeper understanding of the industry and apprenticeship applications. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I understand what an apprenticeship provides and what the financial industry can offer. |
25/4/23 | KS4 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 7 + 8 | Teentech Festival at Roehampton University | Provides opportunities for networking, raises aspirations. Links technology to future career pathways. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities Balance life and work See the big picture | I can see the importance of technology to the future labour market. |
TBC | Across school | 3 + 8 | The Wheel of Life Activity | Encourages reflection and recognition of skills. | Grow throughout life Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | I can recognize my strengths and weaknesses. |
TBC | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 | ‘What does your career path look like?’ Display | Provides information on how career paths can vary. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Balance life and work See the big picture | TBC |
TBC | Across school | 2 + 3 + 4 + 8 | Linking Careers to Subjects in Starter Activities | Embeds the importance of careers within the curriculum and links subjects to careers. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities See the big picture | TBC |
TBC |
| 2 + 3 + 4 + 7 + 8 | GCSE Options Assembly | Informs students of options available and various paths of study. | Grow throughout life Explore possibilities Manage career Create opportunities See the big picture | TBC |
TBC | Across school | 4 | Subject teachers visit relevant industries | Embeds careers into the curriculum and focuses on skills businesses are looking for when recruiting | TBC | TBC |
TBC | KS3 | 2 + 4 +5 + 8 | Surveying the public to analyse economic activity in local area | To be aware of the jobs that exist now, in the future and in my local area | TBC | TBC |
TBC | KS3 | 8 | Introduction to Career Development during a Personal Development Day | Create interest and ascertain what students want their Careers Education to look like | TBC | TBC |
TBC | KS3 | 4 | Object project – Students are asked to think of all the jobs that are needed to make a specific object. | Introduces roles that might not be thought about, develops the idea of supply chains and encourages thought about variety of routes into specific industries. | TBC | TBC |
TBC | 10 + 11 | 5 + 2 | Tenner Challenge | Improve enterprise talents and understanding of the LMI | TBC | TBC |
TBC | 10 + 11 | 2 + 3 + 5 + 8 | Business Breakfasts – students are given a questionnaire to identify their interests in the world of work. Employers attend a breakfast session at school and relevant students are invited to attend | Gauges student interest, allows feedback for more focused future activity. | TBC | TBC |
Student Survey 2021/2022
