We know how important it is that students see the relevance of their learning while at school. Providing students with valuable insights and guidance throughout their secondary education is what we do to support schools providing career education. Engaging with employers lets young people explore the working world and understand the skills needed today.
We provide the following Careers Consultancy:
1. Comprehensive Careers Curriculum Design and Integration
Design your whole school’s career curriculum. Your student's journey from Years 7 - Year 13.
Deliver your school's curriculum with external career support seamlessly and prepare students for future career decisions.
Guide school Governors and Head Teachers on implementing and auditing a school’s Careers Strategy and appropriate recognised educational benchmarks.
Website Inclusion: Advertise sponsorship opportunities to companies to get involved in key school or foundation projects and bespoke events where funding is needed as a one-of or long-term partnership.
2. One-on-One Career Chats (Year 11- Year 13)
Offer personalised career chat sessions to students.
Assist students in exploring career paths, setting goals, and making informed decisions about their future.
Provide ongoing support for students as they navigate the early stages of career planning.
3. Interactive In-School Workshops and Seminars (Year 7 - Year 11)
Engage students with interactive workshops and seminars conducted by industry professionals.
Cover various topics from resume building to interview skills, career options and industry-specific insights.
Enhance students' understanding of various career options and pathways.
4. In-school School Careers Fairs
Organise and design events within schools.
Facilitate connections between secondary students and colleges, industries, and potential employers.
Create an immersive experience where students can explore higher education options and career paths.
Enhance your school's reputation for providing comprehensive career resources.
Push to Marketing Department: Featured school-leaver and graduate vacancies and showcased past student success stories.
5. Work-Related Learning
Work experience introductions.
Health & safety visits for self-sourced placements.
Employability introductions arranged by Carla Harris.
CV Clinics.
Mock interviews given by recruiters from the industry.
We offer various activities to enhance visibility, engagement, and collaboration between employers, schools, and students.
Case Study 1
School Partnership - Client Private School
Challenge
School A aimed to enhance its career guidance program to better prepare students for the ever-evolving job market. They sought a comprehensive solution that would provide practical insights and foster meaningful connections with industry professionals.
Solution
School A aimed to implement a transformative careers program. The program included:
1. Structured workshops are run in collaboration with the industry and the careers department. A ‘Guess My Profession’ engaging workshop was run for various year groups where students gained an insight into new sectors and the many local career opportunities. Including school leave and internship programs. Students engaged with past students from the school, learning about their different career paths to reach where they are now.
2. Connecting students with professionals in their fields of interest.
3. Provided new connections and opportunities by collaborating with local businesses and Made introductions to Year 12 students for their year Work Experience as part of the school’s ‘Activity Week Program’.
Outcome
A significant increase in student engagement and enthusiasm for career lessons
Positive feedback from both students and parents about the relevance and impact of new career lessons
Plan
This will be discussed at the start of the New Year as the school wishes to expose students to further diverse career paths.
Case Study 2
School Partnership - Fee-paying School
Challenge
School B faced the challenge of providing effective CV advice to sixth-form students actively applying for work opportunities and university placements.
Solution
School B implemented a focused strategy to address this challenge to emphasise the importance of a professionally crafted sixth-form CV. The solution included:
1. Workshop:
A workshop was conducted to educate students on the elements of a professional CV.
Provided tailored guidance on creating CVs with accurate information from a recruiter's perspective.
2. Scanning of Student CVs:
Implemented a process to scan and review student CVs systematically.
Ensured each CV met professional standards and effectively communicated students' qualifications and aspirations
3. Connecting Students to Businesses:
Facilitated connections between students and businesses related to their desired career paths, whether pursuing higher education or entering the workforce directly.
Outcome
The implementation of these solutions resulted in:
A significant increase in the number of professionally crafted CVs, enhancing students' competitiveness in work applications.
Positive feedback from students who found the provided worksheets and hints beneficial in understanding the expectations of both employers and universities.
Plan
The ongoing support plan involves assisting and ensuring that students continue receiving guidance tailored to their journeys, whether preparing for work or applying to universities.
Case Study 3
School Partnership - States School
Challenge
The school faced the challenge of establishing a gallery within its expansive new facility, aiming to achieve self-funding and external management to support the Head Teacher's vision for the school.
Solution
A unique and impactful exhibition was orchestrated to address this challenge, serving as the gallery's launch and the starting point for a planned tour. External funding for the essential hanging system was secured through a generous contribution from a corporate sponsor to execute this project seamlessly. The key components of the solution included:
1. Unique Exhibition Launch:
Organised a special exhibition to inaugurate the gallery within the school premises.
Designed the exhibition to be mobile, initiating a tour directly from the school.
2. External Funding for Hanging System:
Engaged a corporate sponsor willing to contribute by purchasing the necessary hanging system for the exhibition, to be utilized for six months.
The acquired system ensured the school could hang and display future exhibitions.
Outcome
The successful implementation of this project led to the following positive outcomes:
Positive Feedback:
Received commendations from governors, parents, and students for the innovative gallery initiative.
Appreciation for the sustainability and simplicity of the system.
Plan
While the school has assumed internal management of the project, they remain open to suggestions for future artists and potential introductions that could further elevate the gallery's impact and offerings.