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Careers
Our careers programme is an integral part of our whole school curriculum. We invest significant time in this provision and are proud of the opportunities our students have to learn about next steps and engage with local employers and training providers. The success of our careers programme is highlighted in our destination data which is consistently above national averages.
Please note we are currently reviewing all of the information on our careers page so keep popping back.
Apprenticeships
If you are interested in starting work and are keen to learn some skills and gain qualifications, then an apprenticeship could be the right option for you. On an apprenticeship, you study for qualifications while working and you will learn the skills you need for the job are doing.
To start an apprenticeship must be 16 or over, eligible to work in the UK, and not in full-time education. There are different levels of apprenticeships for young people with average GCSE grades through to those with A levels or an Advanced Diploma.
We believe it is essential that students find out what they are really interested in, and what opportunities await them beyond secondary education. Having something to aim for increases their motivation, so that they become more focused and determined to succeed. Throughout their time at Stokesley School every student will have visited a number of colleges, universities, workplaces, experience days and careers fairs. They will also acquire important skills including interview techniques and CV writing. In years 10 and 12 all students will take up a work experience placement as part of our careers programme.
Having some knowledge of the labour market as well as the skills and attributes that employers, training providers and universities are looking for, gives our students a fantastic head start.
Apprenticeship benefits
There are lots of benefits to doing an apprenticeship. You can learn while you earn and in a way that is best suited to you. As an apprentice you will:
- earn a salary get paid holidays
- be paid while attending college
- receive training and gain qualifications
- potentially be able to progress to degree level
How does it work?
Apprenticeship training can typically take between one and five years to complete (the minimum being 12 months.), but the length of an apprenticeship depends on its level, the industry and level of skill already possessed.
Training takes place in the workplace, but you will also spend some time at a local college or another learning provider. Apprentices are taken on directly by employers and work alongside other employees.
These are real jobs like any other non-apprenticeship job so they have to apply to an employer and compete against other applicants. Entry requirements vary depending on the level of the apprenticeship and the nature of the job.
Apprenticeships are amazing
Explore a wide range of inspirational and informative resources, everything you need to know about apprenticeships whether you’re a parent, teacher or thinking of becoming an apprentice yourself.
Apprenticeship Levels
Knowing what level apprenticeships you can or should be applying for can be confusing. The level of apprenticeship you can apply for depends on what qualifications you have, and there are plenty of options for progression once you have completed your chosen apprenticeship. Below is a breakdown of each level, and a little bit about what apprenticeships entail.
All Apprenticeships
All apprenticeships are focused around work based learning, with formal and theoretical learning taking place through college or a private training company. They can take between 1-4 years to complete. The majority of your time will be spent working with the employer, and some at college or with a training provider. To start an apprenticeship, you must be age 15 or older and no longer in full time education. You must also not already have a qualification at level 4 or above.
- On completing an apprenticeship, you will gain:
- A technical certificate that demonstrates achievement of skills and knowledge related to the wider industry.
- An NVQ or competency qualification showing they can perform well in their profession.
- A range of transferable skills including English, maths, ICT, teamwork and problem solving.
- Employer rights and responsibilities (ERR) demonstrating knowledge of employment related legislation and health and safety.
Intermediate Apprenticeships (Level 2)
Level 2 apprenticeships are equivalent to 5 GCSE passes. To be accepted for an intermediate apprenticeship you need to be enthusiastic, keen to learn and have a reasonable standard of education.
After completing an intermediate apprenticeship, your options include:
- Moving into full time employment in the company you completed your apprenticeship with.
- Applying for jobs related to your intermediate apprenticeship qualification.
- Or progressing onto an advanced apprenticeship with a new or existing employer.
Level 2 (Intermediate Apprenticeships) can include:
GCSEs grades A*–C
BTEC First Diplomas and Certificates
OCR Nationals
Key Skills Level 2
NVQs at Level 2
Advanced Apprenticeships (Level 3)
Advanced apprenticeships are equivalent to 2 A-level passes. To be accepted you should have 5 GCSEs or more, or have completed an intermediate (level 2) apprenticeship.
After completing an advanced apprenticeship your options include:
- Moving into full time work with your existing employer.
- Applying for jobs related to your level 3 qualification.
- Gaining a degree level qualification.
- Or progressing onto a higher apprenticeship with a new or existing employer.
Level 3 (Advanced Apprenticeships) can include:
- A Levels
- Advanced Extension Awards
- GCE in applied subjects
- International Baccalaureate
- Key Skills Level 3
- NVQs at Level 3
- BTEC Diplomas, Certificates and Awards
- BTEC Nationals
- OCR Nationals
Higher Apprenticeships (Level 4/5)
Level 4 apprenticeships are equivalent to a foundation degree. To be accepted you should have a level 3 qualification, such as A-levels, or have completed an advanced apprenticeship.
After completing a higher apprenticeship your options include:
- Studying for a degree at university.
- Progressing onto a degree level apprenticeship (only for qualifications such as aerospace engineering and product design and development).
- Moving into full time work with your existing employer.
- Finding a new job related to your qualification.
- Working freelance or self employed in your chosen career path.
Level 4+ (Higher Apprenticeships) can include:
- NVQs at Level 4
- BTEC Professional Diplomas, Certificates and Awards
- Foundation Degrees
- Honours Degrees and more
What is the National Minimum Wage for an apprentice?
The National Minimum Wage (NMW) regulations depend on your age, but there is also a special rate for apprentices who are under the age of 19 or are in the first year of their apprenticeship. The table below summarises the position.
Age From 1 April 2018 (current)
Rate per hour
From 1 April 2017
Rate per hour
25 and over (National Living Wage) £7.83 £7.50
21 and over £7.38 £7.05
18 to 20 £5.90 £5.60
Under 18 £4.20 £4.05
Apprentice
(all apprentices under age 19 AND any apprentice, regardless of age, in first year of apprenticeship)
£3.70 £3.50
From 1 April 2016 the National Living Wage must be paid to employees aged 25 and older except for those who are in the first year of their apprenticeship. The NMW rates will apply to workers aged below 25 or in their first year of an apprenticeship.
You can find information on the NMW of earlier years on the GOV.UK website.
Search for an Opportunity – Right Now!
If you would like to begin your search for an Apprenticeship opportunity right now, remember you can start an apprenticeship at any time of year, you don’t have to wait until the start of a new academic year. On this site you can create your own account and apply online instantly (you may need to upload your CV), alternatively you can get text alerts when new opportunities come available which match your search criteria.
www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/apprenticeshipsearch
Having trouble finding an apprenticeship opportunity that is right for you?
You could contact local training providers, who train apprentices in various sectors.
Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships
Possibly an alternative to University?
The Complete Guide to Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships – can answer all the questions you might have.
www.gov.uk/government/publications/higher-and-degree-apprenticeship
Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeship Opportunities can be hard to find! Begin your search here ( LINK below) a listing of the higher and degree vacancies available in the UK with a variety of apprenticeship employers. If you are interested in a job role, click the link to apply or submit an expression of interest. Remember also, that contacting prospective employers directly can be the best way to find a position.
www.gov.uk/government/publications/higher-and-degree-apprenticeship-vacancies
Wheels 2 Work
At the age of 16 it may be difficult to get to your place of work, help is at hand!
Wheels 2 Work is a moped loan scheme, helping people get to work, apprenticeships, or training, where no other form of transport is available.
Eligible candidates receive a moped after they have completed the compulsory basic training (CBT).
https://hambletoncommunityaction.org/our-services/wheels-2-work/
Gatsby Benchmarks
Stokesley School is committed to providing a high-quality, planned programme of careers education and guidance for all students. Our aims support those of the Department for Education and help students with decision making. Key themes running through the programme are:
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- Self-awareness - helping young people assess their own interests, skills, strengths and weaknesses, recording their experiences and developing their capabilities
- Careers research - using resources, understanding how curriculum subjects support careers, and learning about the labour market.
- Career decisions - helping young people make decisions regarding programmes of study for GCSE and Post-16 options.
NCS Award
Stokesley School awarded ‘Champion School’ status by National Citizen Service
National Citizen Service (NCS) has awarded Bronze ‘Champion School’ status to Stokesley School. The award has been given to those schools which have exceeded expectations in student recruitment year upon year.
About NCS
NCS is a government backed programme established in 2011 to help build a more cohesive, mobile and engaged society.
By bringing together young people from different backgrounds for a unique shared experience, NCS helps them to become better individuals, and in turn better citizens.
NCS is open to 16 and 17 year-olds across England and Northern Ireland, regardless of circumstances or additional needs. The two to four week programme, which takes place in school holidays, includes outdoor team-building exercises, a residential for participants to learn ‘life skills’, a community-based social action project and an end of programme celebration event. NCS focuses on three core principles of social cohesion, social engagement and social mobility, all of which have benefits not just to the participants but to communities and society as a whole.
The facts:
- Almost 400,000 young people have taken part to date
- NCS graduates receive a certificate which is Nationally recognised and signed by the Prime Minister
- NCS counts towards your UCAS application
- More than seven million hours of community action have been completed
- For every £1 spent, NCS delivers up to £2.42 of benefits back to society
- It costs participants just £50 or less to take part in NCS and bursaries are available on a case by case basis. Support is provided for young people with additional needs.
To find out more visit: NCSyes.co.uk
Careers Guidance
Careers Guidance will focus on the specific needs of each individual student, promoting self-awareness and personal development. Each student will receive current and relevant information to enable informed decisions and future choices. All information will be delivered impartially and differentiated to suite specific needs. Each student will also have access to confidential, personalised careers guidance.
The Stokesley School Careers Programme LINK will promote the following to all students:
- Self development through employability and enterprise education – planning & managing own future
- Raising aspirations and awareness of all available options at each transitional point.
- Learning about Careers and the world of work
- Developing career management, employability and enterprise skills
- Promoting equality, diversity, social mobility and challenging stereotypes.
For further information about Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance at Stokesley School – please see the Careers Policy >> Coming Soon <<
All students are able to request a one-to-one Careers Interview in school, please contact Mrs Stirling m.stirling@stokesleyschool.org
Training Providers can access our students for the purpose of giving them information about their education offer. This complies with legal obligations under Section 42B of the Education Act 1997. For more information, please see our Provider Access Policy >> here <<
A Guide for parents/guardians – Everything you need to support your child through further and higher education and into employment.
This guide aims to ensure you have information at your fingertips about some of the key elements, including:
- The main options and qualifications.
- Apprenticeship and Traineeship as a route to success.
- The importance of skills and qualifications.
- How jobs are changing.
National Apprenticeships Service – Parents Pack
Thinking about your Future
This booklet is a really useful guide to options for young people, choosing GCSE subjects, leaving school and entering Further Education and also for those entering Higher Education. It offers guidance on choosing subjects at GCSE and explains in simple terms what pathways are available at each stage of education. >> Click to read<<
U-Explore START
Every student has a login for U-explore START, which can be accessed via the link above – either at school or at home.
This software will help you to explore the world of work, help you decide which subjects to study at GCSE and beyond. By creating your own profile, a list of job roles specifically matched to your personal skills & qualities, likes & dislikes will be produced for you to explore further. With lots of videos of local people in each sector to explain more about what different jobs are really like.
An introduction to U-Explore START for students at Key Stage 3.
Psychometric Testing https://icould.com/buzz/
Makes you think about your own personal skills and qualities and helps you decide which career would suit you best.
A Quick test to find out what sort of person you are and which job role might suit you best.
LMI (Labour Market Information)
What exactly is LMI ?
Click to open LMI Careerometer
LMI for All is an online data portal, which connects and standardises existing sources of high quality, reliable labour market information (LMI) with the aim of informing careers decisions. The Widget enables you to compare various job roles/pay/availability etc.
This is information about the availability of jobs in your area or nationally, in the form of statistics and data and sometimes presented in graphs or tables – it will help you answer questions like ;
- What is the likelihood of getting a particular job at the end of this course?
- What is the competition for places on a specific course or training programme?
- What type and level of qualification are employers looking for?
- What jobs are available locally?
- What earnings can I expect?
- What are the chances of career progression in . . . ?
- Where will I be able to find work as . . . ?
‘Shape Your Future’ published by The National Careers Service- Yorkshire & the Humber, provides LMI in an easily accessible form- showing which sectors are growing or shrinking, what skills are in demand when thinking about future career, training and study plans.
LMI in the Tees Valley Industry specific profiles:
Stokesley School Alumni Association
Calling all EX- Stokesley School Students!
You are invited to join the Stokesley School Alumni Association.
We would like to stay in contact with you as you embark on the next phase of your learning journey and as your future career develops. By joining our Alumni you can remain part of our school community and be proud to be associated with Stokesley School. We may call upon you to participate in future events by sharing your experiences and successes with younger students.
If you would like to join, please contact : Mrs Harrison-Henry alumni@stokesleyschool.org
Business Links
We are delighted to invite you to register with the Stokesley School Business Links Network.
Our aim is to engage with local businesses and professionals, so that we can work together on Careers Related activities, both inside and outside of school – thus enriching, educating and most importantly inspiring our students – your potential future workforce.
We have put together a database of members, who are willing to participate in a variety of Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) events across the academic year. Just let us know how to contact you and how often, as well as which types of activities you are happy to get involved in, we will keep you updated with all our up and coming events and share news stories with you throughout the year.
What are the benefits to your Company?
Helping to secure a skilled future workforce – a way of ensuring young people develop the skills your company will need in the future.
Positive contribution to company profile -enhancing community and professional relations.
Employee personal & professional development – developing many core competencies, increasing job satisfaction, staff morale, retention and motivation also developing business relevant skills- communication, adaptability, influencing and negotiating.
Challenging stereotypes -by presenting positive, diverse role models in schools and colleges, companies can help address the under representation of some groups.
What are the benefits to the School?
Up-to-date careers information for young people, including Labour Market Information, making students aware of the wide range of career options available to them and the massive diversity of businesses on our own doorstep.
Linking curriculum subjects to employment sectors- activities to support the curriculum and demonstrating how each subject area is relevant in different industry contexts.
Development of employability skills – via interview preparation, mock interviews or work experience.
Building confidence and ambition in students– through encounters with employers and work places we can bring learning to life and inspire students with real-life stories of educational and employment progression.
Whether you would like to register with our Business Links Network as part of your business/company or as a professional in your own right, please complete the form below with relevant/appropriate
PUPIL ENTITLEMENT:
All pupils Y7-Y13 are entitled to
- Access and inclusion in a stable careers programme providing information on the full range of education and training options available at each transition point, including opportunity to find out about technical education qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities.
- To meet and listen to a range of local providers about the opportunities they offer, including technical education & apprenticeships - this may be via events organised in school, FE/ HE visits, assemblies, group discussions and taster events.
CAREERS GUIDANCE:
Careers Guidance will focus on the specific needs of each individual student, promoting self-awareness and personal development. Each student will receive current and relevant information to enable informed decisions and future choices. All information will be delivered by qualified professionals, impartially and differentiated to suite specific needs. Each student will also have access to confidential, personalised careers guidance.
The Stokesley School Careers Programme will promote the following to all students:
- Self development through employability and enterprise education - planning & managing own future
- Raising aspirations and awareness of all available options at each transitional point.
- Learning about Careers and the world of work
- Developing career management, employability and enterprise skills
- Promoting equality, diversity, social mobility and challenging stereotypes.
PARTNERSHIPS:
The Careers Programme is enhanced through our links with several partners: YNYER LEP (York, North Yorkshire & East Riding Local Enterprise Partnership), Tees Valley Combined Authority, NYBEP (North Yorkshire Business & Education Partnership), CEC (Careers & Enterprise Company), JobCentre Plus and TVLN (Tees Valley Learning Providers Network) and others. Facilitated also by our own ‘Stokesley School Alumni Association’ and ‘The Stokesley School Business Links Network’ facilitating a wide range of activities which make students’ learning ‘real’. We aim to expand and improve our links with local employers whose involvement takes many forms - providing work experience/work shadowing placements, workplace visits, professional mentors, mock interviews and taking part in careers fairs, information events and careers speed networking.
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STOKESLEY SCHOOL CAREERS PROGRAMME - WHOLE SCHOOL / YEAR ROUND :
U-explore may also be used during lessons to explore possible careers associated with each subject area.
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Year 7 Careers Programme
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YEAR 7 - Embedded |
LIFE (PSHE - Personal, Social & Health Education)- ‘Living in the wider world’: understanding and appreciating individuality, equality & diversity and ‘Philosophy, morals and ethics’ : understanding rules and the law, crime and consequences. CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance)- introduction to GROFAR - software to track participation in Careers Learning Activities, target setting and personal profile building. |
LIFE (PSHE)- ‘The world of work’-what is a career? and exploring various sectors of employment CEIAG - Identifying and understanding personal skills and qualities, how they make you employable and how they may suit various job roles. Introduction to ‘Psychometric Testing’: students will explore & establish their own personal skills and quality and also their suitability for careers. They will begin to identify & understand why each curriculum subject is important for their future. Students will continue to use resources by engaging with the Careers Google Classroom for Year 7 (also accessible from home) |
LIFE (PSHE)- ‘Relationships’ CEIAG- Careers Google Classrooms for each Keystage are accessible to students- for Careers News & Updates, resources and extension activities.(all year round) |
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YEAR 7 - Additional (subject to change) |
CEIAG: Exploring various career roles via ‘A day in the Life’ videos & reflecting via class discussion.- engaging in LIFE weekly bulletin & Careers Google Classroom for Y7 WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: ‘Focussed Careers Information Evening’ - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed ONSITE VISIT: BBC Bitesize - Schools Tour: a presentation and interactive Q & A session focussing on a specific sector of employment. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: ‘Bring it On ! North East Exhibition for Young Engineers’ (limited places) - held at Sunderland Stadium Light, interactive exhibition inspiring young people into STEM careers. *date to be confirmed |
NATIONAL CAREERS WEEK 1st -6th March 2021 - Guest Speakers (in class) and Assemblies linking curriculum subjects to Careers- can also take place throughout the year CEIAG: Exploring various career roles via ‘A day in the Life’ videos & reflecting via class discussion.- engaging in LIFE weekly bulletin & Careers Google Classroom for Y7 WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: ‘Focussed Careers Information Evening’ - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: ‘ROTARY Technology Tournament’ - (STEM) competing with other local schools to design, build and present a working model using technology skills. (limited places) *date to be confirmed |
WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY: NATIONAL ENTERPRISE CHALLENGE - whole year group Learning about business and enterprise via presentations, interactive workshops and entering a National Competition.
Guest Speakers (in class) and Assemblies linking curriculum subjects to Careers- can take place throughout the year. CEIAG: Exploring various career roles via ‘A day in the Life’ videos & reflecting via class discussion.- engaging in LIFE weekly bulletin & Careers Google Classroom for Y7 WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: ‘Focussed Careers Information Evening’ - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed |
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Geography: * How TNCs work at a global scale, relocate for cheap labour. Explore exploitation of workers & workers’ rights English: ‘Who am I?’ - identifying personal skills/qualities. Explore things that they care about which may lead to a career path. Science: New KS3 SoW has every topic in yr7-9 based around a science-related job. One activity in every topic will look at what the job itself entails. German/ French/ Spanish: Celebration of European Day of Languages with interactive language activities and quizzes and the promotion of languages as a future career choice Philosophy and Ethics - taught throughout the academic year - with focus on a variety of professions and linking to students’ personal skills/qualities and beliefs. |
Creative Arts:(Art) *Research on Artists’ careers (throughout the year) ICT: Topic -Spreadsheets-ICT in society - use of spreadsheets in different types of businesses & sectors/job roles including finance, public sectors, supermarkets etc. Technology: Using CAD-as is used in industry. Use of Maths, geometry and spatial awareness to design and construct a virtual product, as if made by a design engineer. |
Food/Hospitality & Catering: Inspirational videos featuring famous chefs & other roles in the sector (throughout the year) Maths: UKMT (United Kingdom Mathematics Trust) - a national competition which pits the best mathematicians in the school against the best across the country- with discussions on how maths is essential in successful careers. (throughout the year). Technology: Understanding Industry and skills employers require - introduction to jigs & formers to improve accuracy of work. |
Year 8 Programme
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YEAR 8 - Embedded |
LIFE (PSHE - Personal, Social & Health Education)- ‘Living in the Wider World’ : understanding equality and diversity, descrimination and the law in the UK. ’Philosophy, Morals & Ethics’ : understanding your rights & responsibilities, morals & values. CEIAG (careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance) -introduction to GROFAR - software to track participation in Careers Learning Activities, target setting and personal profile building. Careers Google Classrooms for each Keystage are accessible to students- for Careers News & Updates, resources and extension activities.(all year round) |
LIFE (PSHE)- ‘The World of Work’ CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance) -Topics include: knowing your own skills and qualities, how you can improve them, what employers are looking for, thinking about your dream job and how to get it. WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY: ‘Careers Enrichment Day’ - carousel of assorted workshops/activities led by local and national businesses and Teesside University |
LIFE (PSHE)- ‘Relationships’:respecting ourselves and others, exploring different types of relationships ‘Staying Safe’ - exploring risky behaviours. CEIAG - Students will continue to use resources by engaging with the Careers Google Classroom for Year 8/LIFE Bulletin and Grofar (also accessible from home - all year round) Activities to explore and assist with Options Choices. (to be done in subject lessons) may include guest speaker/presentation, short films and learning from LMI - followed by discussion |
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YEAR 8 - Additional (subject to change) |
WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. ONSITE VISIT: BBC Bitesize - Schools Tour: apresentation and interactive Q & A session focussing on a specific sector of employment. *date to be confirmed CEIAG: Exploring various career roles via ‘A day in the Life’ videos and engaging with the LIFE weekly bulletin and Careers Classroom Activities. Guest speakers from education/training providers Alumni & professional mentors in curriculum areas (throughout the year) |
NATIONAL CAREERS WEEK 1st-6th March 2021 - Guest Speakers (in class) and Assemblies linking curriculum subjects to Careers- can also take place throughout the year WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: ‘Women in Engineering’ - educational visit, investing career opportunities in STEM for girls (limited spaces) OFFSITE VISIT: ‘ROTARY Technology Tournament’ - STEM competition against local schools to design, build and present a working model using technology skills. (limited spaces) *date to be confirmed |
WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: ‘Faraday Challenge’ - National Technology competition (limited spaces) * Date to be confirmed. |
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Geography: *Carbon Trading Game- learning about business & enterprise.(whole year group) Creative Arts:(Art) *Research on Artists’ careers (throughout the year) English: development of oracy and interpersonal skills to build self confidence in delivering information and opinions in group situations e.g. mock interviews Technology: Understand the use of CAD in industry- advantages/ disadvantages, use of 3D printers for small, and large scale applications. Identifying technological products and products that have been designed to support people with impairments. Science: New KS3 SoW has every topic in yr7-9 based around a science-related job. One activity in every topic will look at what the job itself entails German/ French/ Spanish: Celebration of European Day of Languages with interactive language activities and quizzes and the promotion of languages as a future career choice Philosophy and Ethics - taught throughout the academic year - with focus on a variety of professions and linking to students’ personal skills/qualities and beliefs. |
History: * Slavery - exploring equality,diversity & inclusion Creative Arts: Drama: theatre careers lesson Food/Hospitality & Catering: Inspirational videos featuring famous chefs & other roles in the sector (throughout the year) Technology: Understanding Forces and Equilibrium and their impact on products in the engineering sector. Awareness of standard components and how they are used to construct a product. English: Trip to London to see play, workshop on props and costumes - seeing English and drama in action; developing self-awareness, self-determination & self-improvement; study of texts with a moral message to encourage critical thinking Maths: UKMT (United Kingdom Mathematics Trust) - a national competition which pits the best mathematicians in the school against the best across the country- with discussions on how maths is essential in successful careers. (throughout the year) |
History: *Entrepreneurship - learning about showing initiative & enterprise *Factory Acts - exploring safe working practice and environments, workers rights ‘then & now’. ICT: Topic - Game Making, HTML- Links to job roles in the creative industry, games designer & web designers etc. Technology: Memphis Designers and their influence on products. Use of skills and equipment -templates, machinery, and tools used in industry. |
Year 9 Programme
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YEAR 9 - Embedded |
LIFE (PSHE) - ‘Living in the Wider World’ : Sustainability ‘Philosophy, Morals, Ethics’: exploring freedom of choice CEIAG (careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance) -introduction to GROFAR - software to track participation in Careers Learning Activities, target setting and personal profile building. Careers Google Classrooms for each Keystage are accessible to students- for Careers News & Updates, resources and extension activities.(all year round) Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Guidance Interview |
LIFE (PSHE) - ‘Physical & Emotional Health and Wellbeing’ : dealing with stress and building resilience. CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice & Guidance) - topics include: Review Learning Goals and CEIAG journey so far, Linking Curriculum subjects to specific careers and learning from LMI (Labour Market Information). WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY - ‘Careers Enrichment Day’ - carousel of assorted workshops/activities etc (to be confirmed) - but which may include- ‘Careers Speed Networking’ - talking to professionals in various employment sectors about their role and routes into it. *date to be confirmed ‘GCSE Options Evening’ - for students & parents, with presentation linking subject choices to future career aspirations. Guidance & discussions in each subject area to assist in decision making. Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Interview |
LIFE (PSHE) - Relationships CEIAG - Students will continue to use resources by engaging with the Careers Google Classroom for Year 9 /LIFE Bulletin and Grofar (also accessible from home - all year round) Guest speakers from education/training providers, Alumni & professional mentors in curriculum areas - promoting discussion and driving ambition. (throughout the year) Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Interview |
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YEAR 9 - Additional (subject to change) |
WHOLE SCHOOL AND PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY- Feeding Britain’s Future - presentation and interactive workshops to inform and inspire about the world of work develop employability skills *date to be confirmed WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY- BBC Bitesize - Schools Tour: a presentation and interactive Q & A session focussing on a specific sector of employment. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: National Apprenticeship Show at Harrogate Showground or Newcastle University. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: ‘STEM - Jobs for the Girls’ Careers Fair and Interactive Workshops/presentations (limited spaces/ girls only) |
NATIONAL CAREERS WEEK 1st- 6th March 2021 - Guest Speakers (in class) and Assemblies linking curriculum subjects to Careers can take place throughout the year OFFSITE VISIT: WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. OFFSITE VISIT: ‘Choose Your Future!’ - @ Teesside University, exploring study and career options. (limited spaces) * date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: MAD (Medicine & Dentistry) Day @ Newcastle University - off site visit, limited spaces. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: ‘ROTARY Technology Tournament’ - STEM competition against other local schools to design, build and present a working model using technology skills. (limited places) * date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: ‘Women in Engineering’ - educational visit, investing career opportunities in STEM for girls (limited spaces) * date to be confirmed |
OFFSITE VISIT: Hello World! - Inspiring Girls into careers in IT @ Teesside University (limited spaces) *date to be confirmed WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. |
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History; Women in Wartime Topic - valuing equality, diversity & inclusion; investigating changing working patterns etc. Creative Arts:(Music Option) *Project on the Music Industry-organisation, presentation and management * Drama - monologue evening - experience of performing to a paying audience BRIDGE:(Vocational Learning Option) *Citizenship, Personal Identity (skills & qualities), personal finance, equality & diversity + additional topics throughout the year ICT: A variety of different units all linked to either jobs in Computing, programming, ICT jobs in all sectors and Creative iMedia for budding designers & artists. Technology: Understanding orthographic drawings and their use in engineering. Use of skills and equipment -templates, machinery, and tools used in industry. Science: New KS3 SoW has every topic in yr7-9 based around a science-related job. One activity in every topic will look at what the job itself entails German/ French/ Spanish: Celebration of European Day of Languages with interactive language activities and quizzes and the promotion of languages as a future career choice Philosophy and Ethics - taught throughout the academic year - with focus on a variety of professions and linking to students’ personal skills/qualities and beliefs. , |
Creative Arts: (Drama option) *Theatre Trips and study of Actors’ careers (could be during any term) Technology: Presentation & Discussion ‘where this could lead..’ linking all technology subjects to possible careers. Food/Hospitality & Catering: Inspirational videos featuring famous chefs & other roles in the sector (throughout the year) English: Literature (poetry, novels, plays) is used to examine the value of equality, diversity and inclusion. (across the whole year) Maths: UKMT (United Kingdom Mathematics Trust)-National Maths Challenge, only the best mathematicians are selected to compete - with discussions on maths in careers. History: Presentations and discussions around history skills and careers in relation to options process Technology: Understanding Alessi’ influence on the design and manufacture of products using as a starting point for designing and making. Use of skills and equipment -templates, machinery, and tools used in industry. French: Jobs and professions Discussion why learning a language is important and which jobs require languages |
.Creative Arts: (Art Option) *Study of Artists’ careers & gallery trips (could be during any term) Food/Hospitality & Catering: Guest Speakers from local Hospitality Establishments- talk about job roles, the industry & entrepreneurship and judge students’ events. (throughout the year) Maths: 2 day visit to London (Including: Bank of England, Science Museum Wonderlabs) English: Development of oracy and interpersonal skills to build self confidence in delivering information and opinions in group situations e.g. mock interview. Preparing a presentation / formal speech ICT: *Cover Letter/email for applications, CV writing *Coding Careers-exploring careers where ICT/Computing is essential. Technology: Understanding Industry - Video links to industrial practice. E.g. vacuum forming, packaging - understanding legislation and branding, marketing. |
Year 10 Programme
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LIFE (PSHE - Personal, Social & Health Education) - ‘Living in the Wider World’: topics surrounding personal finance and the economy. CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice & Guidance) *Introduction to GROFAR software to track participation in Careers Learning Activities, target setting and personal profile building. *Introduction to ‘GLOBAL BRIDGE’ - virtual CV Building platform 13th October *U-ExploreSTART: Resource for Students to explore post 16 options, linking to preferred learning style and career aspirations. *Launch of Year 10 Work Experience - assembly and Q&A WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY ‘Careers & Further Education Fair’ - held in school. Marketplace of FE Colleges and Apprenticeship Training Providers, incl. Employers and serving Apprentices. *date to be confirmed Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Interview |
LIFE (PSHE)- focussing on emotional wellbeing and managing stress CEIAG- CV Building, researching Careers Options and Progression Pathways and learning from LMI (Labour Market Information) *Year 10 Careers Aspirations Questionnaire - data collecting to inform planning of CEIAG for student participation. WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITIES: * Completing Application Forms - in preparation for Mock Interviews with real employers. *Mock Interviews - providing meaningful encounters with local employers, employees and apprentices. *date to be confirmed Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Interview Careers Google Classrooms for each Keystage are accessible to students- for Careers News & Updates, resources and extension activities.(all year round) |
LIFE - exploring relationship skills CEIAG - Students will continue to use resources by engaging with the Careers Google Classroom for Year 10 /LIFE Bulletin, START, Globalbridge and Grofar (also accessible from home - all year round) Guest speakers from education/training providers, Alumni & professional mentors in curriculum areas - promoting discussion and driving ambition. (throughout the year) WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY: Work Experience Week *date to be confirmed Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Interview |
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WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed CEIAG: Raising Aspirations and Career Readiness Workshops - Employability, CVs, Applications & Mock Interviews (limited numbers) Assemblies and/or short films & group discussion in class- regarding Post 16 progression (throughout year) OFFSITE VISIT: National Apprenticeship Show at Harrogate Showground or Newcastle University (limited spaces) *date to be confirmed |
NATIONAL CAREERS WEEK 1st -6th March 2021 - Guest Speakers (in class) and Assemblies linking curriculum subjects to Careers- can also take place throughout the year. WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE - Workplace Visits - local employers in various sectors invite groups of interested students to visit the workplace and meet employees (limited spaces) *dates to be confirmed. OFFSITE VISIT: ‘ROTARY Technology Tournament’ - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) competition against other local schools to design, build and present a working model using technology skills. (limited places) *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISITS to local FE Colleges’ - with tours of facilities & overview of courses. (limited spaces) |
WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed CEIAG: ‘GOV.UK Find an Apprenticeship Workshop’ - guidance on creating an account, using the site to search and apply for opportunities (limited spaces) OFFSITE VISIT-‘Tasters at Local Further Education Colleges’ - offers vary each year, limited spaces. |
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History: Topic linking this subject to Careers Education : Civil Rights, The Capitalist Cycle of Prosperity, The Great Depression BRIDGE:(vocational learning) *College/Job Application process *CV writing & interview skills *visits to local FE colleges with tours of facilities & overview of courses. Events Management GCSE (Bridge): Guest Speakers, Work Experience, Offsite visits to local businesses, Managing Events in school (all year round) Maths: UKMT (United Kingdom Mathematics Trust)-National Maths Challenge, only the best mathematicians are selected to compete - with discussions on maths in careers. Creative Arts: Drama - theatre workshop and Q&A with professional actor Live theatre visit English: Literature (poetry, novels, plays) is used to examine the value of equality, diversity and inclusion. (across the whole year) *Development of oracy and interpersonal skills to build self confidence in delivering information and opinions in group situations e.g. mock interviews Health & Social Care: *Researching and exploring a vast range of professional job roles within the sector. *Guest speakers from various sectors *Inspirational videos- sector specific, including LMI and information on routes into careers (FE & HE) (throughout the year) P.E.: Guest speakers from Team GB (various sports) to inspire an interest in careers in sport & coaching. Also World Champion Athletes - mentors for ‘Sky Sports Living for Sports’. Also giving inspirational assemblies for other year groups. (throughout the year) GCSE PE Anatomy & Physiology Effects of training and exercise on the various body systems. (medicine/physiotherapy/sports science) Philosophy and Ethics - taught throughout the academic year - with focus on a variety of professions and linking to students’ personal skills/qualities and beliefs. |
BRIDGE (vocational learning ) *NCFE Enterprise Skills Award - incorporating an Enterprise Day at MFC - running a simulated Music Concert. *Interviewing local Entrepreneur *Community Awareness/Charity fundraising through enterprise Creative Arts: (Art Option) *Study of Artists’ careers & gallery trips (could be during any term) Drama Live theatre visit with potential Q&A Food/Hospitality & Catering: Catering for school events e.g. Presentation Evening. Including - job role allocation, menu planning, budgeting, risk assessment & time management. (throughout year) ICT: *ICT, Computing and Creative iMedia all separate subjects which require different skills - employability & specific skills required for different sectors/roles is taught and explored *GCSE Computer Science-Media Industry led qualification (up to 30 students).
GCSE PE Physical Training - An introduction to PEP to develop fitness, health, exercise and performance -PARQs; warm ups and cool downs -Components of fitness -Fitness tests – theory and practice (Fitness and Leisure industry) Technology: *GCSE Design & Tech.-Understanding work & working life, valuing equality & diversity in the workplace including Visits to local businesses A broad range of projects undertaken that inspire students to consider possible career paths in a variety of sectors Industrial video footage illustrating manufacturing methods used to produce products. Engineering -Learning about British Standards on drawings and how these are relevant in the workplace. Geography: In rivers and coasts we look at the work of the Environment Agency and discuss it as a possible career. Business Studies: Roles such as production manager, quality control workers, procurement managers and supply chain management investigated and the skills involved in these. Customer service is also looked at including role plays of good customer service skills |
BRIDGE (vocational learning) *work experience (6 days) *Health & Safety in the workplace certificate *Options post 16 research using U-explore Creative Arts:(music) *Research of Artists’ Careers & work (throughout the year) Food/Hospitality & Catering: *WJC Level 2/2 Course Specification covers - Investigating the industry, careers, operations, legislation, health & safety in the workplace & writing job descriptions/adverts(throughout year) *Guest Speakers - food industry *Visits to Hospitality Establishments & interviewing employers, employees (throughout year) Maths: 3 day visit to London (Including: Mathematics and Science behind Aviation at Emirates Airline Exhibition, Mathematics and Science behind roller coaster design as well as the business of the Theme Park at Thorpe Park, Science Museum Wonderlabs) Health & Social Care: *Researching and exploring a vast range of professional job roles within the sector. *Guest speakers from various sectors *Inspirational videos- sector specific, including LMI and information on routes into careers (FE & HE) (throughout the year) English: completion of job application form, leading to mock interview / considering appropriate register and standard English GCSE PE Physical Training - Identification and treatment of injury -Injury prevention in physical activity Performance enhancing drugs (Sport science/Physiotherapy/Coaching) Technology: Engineering- Using CAD and the advantages/disadvantages using this technology.Understanding metal manufacturing techniques, and materials used in industry and different scales of production. Business Studies: Recruitment and selection process is looked at considering recruitment documents such as CV’s, job descriptions, and person specifications. The selection process of interviews are also looked at and the different methods of interviewing candidates. Motivation, organisational structures and training are also covered. Employment law such a health and safety laws and the minimum wage are looked at as well as newer roles using technology within business such as social media account managers |
Year 11 Programme
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LIFE (PSHE - Personal, Social & Health Education)- ‘Philosophy, Morals & Ethics’: exploring Human Rights, freedoms and beliefs. CEIAG (Careers Education, Information, Advice & Guidance) - Options Post 16, exploring progression routes, reviewing CV, career planning using LMI (Labour Market Information) WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY - ‘Careers & Further Education Fair’ - held in school. Marketplace of FE Colleges and Apprenticeship Training Providers, incl. Employers and serving Apprentices .*date to be confirmed Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Guidance Interview with personalised resources and assistance with College/apprenticeship applications available throughout the year Careers Google Classrooms for each Keystage are accessible to students- for Careers News & Updates, resources and extension activities.(all year round) |
LIFE (PSHE) -’Exam Preparation and Study Skills’ including emotional well being. CEIAG - Students will continue to use resources by engaging with the Careers Google Classroom for Year 10, LIFE Bulletin, START, Globalbridge and Grofar (also accessible from home - all year round) WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY Intended Destinations Data Collection - students to complete a questionnaire regarding their next steps in education or training. ‘Revision Skills Evening’ - for students & parents, to help prepare for GCSEs ‘GOV.UK Find an Apprenticeship Workshop’ - guidance on creating an account, using the site to search and apply for opportunities.(limited numbers) ‘National Citizens’ Service’ - assembly, invitation to students to get involved with NCS, in volunteering and community action. Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Guidance Interview with personalised resources and assistance with College/apprenticeship applications available throughout the year |
LIFE (PSHE) -’Exam Preparation and Study Skills’ including emotional well being. Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Guidance Interview with personalised resources and assistance with College/apprenticeship applications available throughout the year. Support also available for attending College and Training Provider Open evenings and interviews. Guest speakers from education/training providers, Alumni & professional mentors in curriculum areas - promoting discussion and driving ambition. (throughout the year) Also: Assemblies or short films & group discussion in class regarding Post 16 progression (throughout year) |
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WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed CEIAG: Raising Aspirations and Career Readiness Workshops - Employability, CVs, Applications & Mock Interviews (limited numbers) OFFSITE VISIT: NHS Hospital Open Day - a chance to visit a hospital, meet professionals, learn about careers in the NHS (could be - Friarage, Scarborough, JCUH) (limited spaces) *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: National Apprenticeship Show - at Harrogate show ground or Newcastle University (limited spaces) *date to be confirmed |
NATIONAL CAREERS WEEK - Guest Speakers (in class) and Assemblies linking curriculum subjects to Careers can take place throughout the year Whole school (and parents) event: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed Mock Interviews - providing meaningful encounters with local employers, employees and apprentices (limited numbers) OFFSITE VISIT: ‘ROTARY Technology Tournament’ - STEM competition against other local schools to design, build and present a working model using technology skills. (limited places) * date to be confirmed |
WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed |
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BRIDGE (vocational learning) *BTEC Level 2 Fire & Rescue Services in the community - exploring the role of fire service members(continuing throughout the year) *Pensioners’ Christmas Party- matching job roles to individual skills & qualities *Independent Living & personal finance Events Operations GCSE (Bridge): Guest Speakers, CV Building, Managing Events (throughout the year): involving risk assessments, publicity, market research, planning strategies etc. Health & Social Care: *Researching and exploring a vast range of professional job roles within the sector. *Guest speakers from various sectors *Inspirational videos- sector specific, including LMI and information on routes into careers (FE & HE) (throughout the year) English: *Literature (poetry, novels, plays) is used to examine the value of equality, diversity and inclusion. (across the whole year) *Appropriate language and means of communication for different settings/situations eg. interview, letter writing, emails, completing forms. ICT: ICT, Computing and Creative iMedia all separate subjects which require different skills - employability & specific skills required for different sectors/roles is taught and explored. Geography: Economic world/Development topic. Students study how TNC’s spread and create wealth. How they make decisions on where to invest. History: Topic studying development of healthcare over last millennium includes discussion of current medical practices and associated careers. Maths: UKMT (United Kingdom Mathematics Trust)-National Maths Challenge, only the best mathematicians are selected to compete - with discussions on maths in careers. German/ French/ Spanish: Celebration of European Day of Languages with interactive language activities and quizzes and the promotion of languages as a future career choice Technology: Engineering-Analysing existing products and the needs for manufacture, creating specifications, and designing improved products with a client’s feedback- as in industry.. Business Studies: Different roles within marketing covered such as market research analysts, marketing managers,, production designers and advertising roles. GCSE PE Health, fitness & wellbeing Physical, emotional and social health Lifestyle choices Impact of lifestyle choices Sedentary lifestyles and consequences Balanced diet and the role of nutrients Dietary manipulation for sport Optimum weight (Dietician/Nutritionist/Health service) Philosophy and Ethics - taught throughout the academic year - with focus on a variety of professions and linking to students’ personal skills/qualities and beliefs. |
Creative Arts: *Theatre & Gallery Trips and study of Actors’ & Artists’ careers (could be during any term) BRIDGE (vocational learning) *CV writing, job application and interview Food/Hospitality & Catering: WJC Level 2/2 Course Specification covers - Investigating the industry, careers, operations, legislation, health & safety in the workplace & writing job descriptions/adverts
Technology:: Edexcel GCSE DT Health and safety links to tools, equipment and processes. Working on a Live Brief with feedback from clients. Visits to clients and the product environment. Field research. Disassembly of products to appreciate production techniques and materials. Collaboration with their intended users to gain feedback to improve marketing of product.. Engineering: Manufacturing a product from metals and component parts, as in industry- tools and equipment. Laser cut pieces. Using CAD and the advantages/disadvantages using this technology.Understanding metal manufacturing techniques, and materials used in industry and different scales of production. P.E.: Guest speakers from Team GB (various sports) to inspire an interest in careers in sport & coaching. Also World Champion Athletes - mentors for ‘Sky Sports Living for Sports’. Also giving inspirational assemblies for other year groups. (throughout the year) Geography: Discussion of how geographers can work in hazard management to reduce impacts of natural hazards. German: Module on the world of work exploring types of job, CVs and work experience, dream job, importance of foreign languages Business Studies: Introduction to the role of accounting covering aspects such as cash flow, break even profit and loss accounts and balance sheet, showing some of the key concepts and ideas used in working in finance as an accountant or within a financial department of a business or organisation. GCSE PE Sports psychology Classification of skills Forms of practice SMART targets Types of guidance Mental preparation Types of feedback (sports psychologist/coaching/teaching) |
Food/Hospitality & Catering: *Catering for school events e.g. Presentation Evening. Including - job role allocation, menu planning, budgeting, risk assessment & time management. (throughout year) *Guest Speakers - food industry *Visits to Hospitality Establishments & interviewing employers, employees (throughout year) Health & Social Care: *Researching and exploring a vast range of professional job roles within the sector. *Guest speakers from various sectors *Inspirational videos- sector specific, including LMI and information on routes into careers (FE & HE) (throughout the year) GCSE PE Socio-cultural influences in sport Factors affecting participation in physical activity (i) Participation rate trends – use of data Commercialisation and the media Advantages and disadvantages of commercialisation (i) Advantages and disadvantages of commercialisation (ii) Sporting behaviours Deviance in sport (Media/Advertising/Socio-Cultural studies) |
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‘SIXTH FORM OPEN EVENING’ - an opportunity to discover what Stokesley School Sixth Form has to offer. Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Interview Higher Education Careers Library - also a constantly updated display of information for HE. Support always available for UCAS applications WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed |
OFFSITE VISIT: ‘UCAS - Higher Education Careers Convention’ - @ Teesside University or Leeds Beckett Opportunity for 1-1 Careers Interview ‘National Citizens’ Service’ - assembly, invitation to students to get involved with NCS, in volunteering and community action. NATIONAL CAREERS WEEK 1st-6th March 2021 - Guest Speakers (in class) and Assemblies linking curriculum subjects to Careers- can also take place throughout the year WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed OFFSITE VISIT: ‘ROTARY Technology Tournament’ - STEM competition against local schools to design, build and present a working model using technology skills. (limited spaces) *date to be confirmed |
WHOLE YEAR GROUP ACTIVITY: Year 12 - Work Experience Week (dates to be confirmed) Assemblies: Guest Speakers from Stokesley School Alumni, Local Business and Universities- to inspire careers and study routes. (can be all year round) WHOLE SCHOOL & PARENTS EVENT: Focussed Careers Information Evening - the ‘focus’ will vary e.g. Apprenticeships, Careers in Engineering, Creative Careers. *date to be confirmed |
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University visits/encounters: *Oxbridge Interview Seminar - September each year *Student Finance Presentations *Pathways to Medicine presentations include Newcastle University Medical School Staff. Higher and Degree Level Apprenticeships Awareness Presentation & Workshop- delivered by Apprenticeships Support and Knowledge and JobCentre Plus, in college. University of Law and Business Presentation and Q&A in college *date to be confirmed Global Bridge - Virtual CV Building Platform. Students invited to create a profile and build their virtual CV, which can be used in various applications including UCAS. OFFSITE VISIT: NHS Hospital Open Day, could be JCUH, Friarage or Scarborough- explore behind the scenes, meet professionals, learn about NHS Careers *date to be confirmed |
‘Enrichment Activities Marketplace’ - ideas to ‘enrich young lives & CVs’. Volunteering opportunities and enrichment activities for students aged 16+ University visits/encounters: Oxbridge Presentations - March each year ‘LinkedIn Workshop’ - Interactive presentation to inform on correct use of social media, specifically LinkedIn as a tool for networking/ career progression. Midwifery Taster Day - James Cook University Hospital. Students to register and attend independently (limited spaces) *date to be confirmed Financial Wellbeing Presentation and Q&A with Yorkshire Bank in college *date to be confirmed |
University visits/encounters: Residential Visit to Brasenose College, Oxford, June. University Presentations on site- various Universities participate throughout the year Competitive Interviews & Assessment Centre Experience - presentations,interactive workshops with real employers and recruitment specialists.(limited spaces) *date to be confirmed ‘High Tide Experience Works’ - Two weeks work experience programme during summer holidays.(students must apply directly to High Tide- limited numbers) Volunteering Opportunities Information - opportunities for volunteering are presented to students throughout the year. E.g. volunteering at JCUH in Therapeutic Care. |
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Creative Arts: *Theatre & Gallery Trips and study of Actors’ & Artists’ careers (could be during any term) Technology: Collaboration with fellow students whereby teams are created with each student acting as a certain profession in the engineering sector. They work together to design and make a product - Cardboard chair. Yr 12-Variety of industrial processes- manufacturing techniques, seasoning woods, vacuum forming - blister packs- practical and in industry. Use of anthropometric data/ ergonomic considerations in designing for real products. Designers from a range of eras, and today, and manufacturing companies - Alessi. Technological change, globalisation, miniaturisation- impacts upon products- companies manufacturing phones/ computers. English Language Studies of language and occupation - how various different careers such as police, teachers use language effectively to perform their duties Geography: Study of globalisation . We look at the loss of heavy industry in the UK and growth of foreign investment. We study unemployment data over time and in different areas. In coasts we look at cost benefit analysis when looking at defences asn this can be applied to business. History: Regular and on-going extract evaluation work includes debate on provenance/role of media etc prompting discussion on related professional fields Chemistry: Every topic in yr12-13 based around a chemistry related issue and how chemistry and chemists can help address that issue. In yr12: petrochemical industry, fuel technology, climatologist, pharmacist and pharmacologist Yr 13: industrial chemist, biochemist, polymer chemist, materials scientist, oceanographer, pharmacologist, colour chemist Maths: UKMT (United Kingdom Mathematics Trust)-National Maths Challenge, only the best mathematicians are selected to compete - with discussions on maths in careers. Economics Year 12: The role of economists and their role within a micro and macro context. Development of numerical skills required to interpret economic data. Introduction to key macroeconomic variables such as growth, unemployment and inflation which influences business and government decisions. Economics Year 13: The role of different types of market structures and how they influence business decisions and their interactions with workers and other businesses. The role of the international economy, how comparative advantage determines the products a country produces and as such the skills required in the modern economy, how globalisation has changed the pattern of trade and how this has affected job roles available in the UK |
Technology: *Guided Visit to ‘Icon (Plastics) Engineering’, Eaglescliffe - injection moulding facility (Year 12 Product Designers) Year 12-Printing techniques -Possible visit to printing company?/ Examples of work. Use of gauges tools as used in local companies- nissan- go / no go gauges. Plastics forming- blow moulding- industrial videos/ factory clips. Physics: Required practicals are linked to the industries where the investigation would be essential e.g. Young modulus linked with bridge construction Geography: Regeneration topic looks at tha change in the economy in the Uk and the decline of industry. Unemployment data is used and Stokesley data compared with Scotswood in Newcastle. Business led regeneration is discussed and how investment from both government and business can create jobs and wealth. Biology Y13 Discuss the technologies involved in DNA and relate to jobs in the field of biomedical sciences Economics Year 12: How supply and demand will influence the decision of those running business when setting prices. The concepts of supply and demand within different markets such as the housing market, and the role of estate agents. More details about different types of unemployment and how people become unemployed. More depth given to other macroeconomic variables such as inflation, growth and the balance of payments and how these affect businesses, including the importance of exchange rates. Economics Year 13: The Labour market, how wages are determined, for different jobs. How trade unions impact on the labour market and the role of government intervention into the labour market, including the minimum wage. Look at how wage differentials lead to poverty and inequality in society. The role of financial markets and the roles within the finance sector. |
Biology Y12 Look at the role of conservation in maintaining ecosystems and who maintains them eg gamekeepers History: Production of NEA leads to discussion on history-related careers and academic skills which can be utilised for variety of careers/higher education Technology: Students source their own client and work on a Live Brief, as if in industry. Time plan created with regular visits made to the client for feedback. Regular visits to places linked to their chosen problem or product. Guest speakers from Northern School of Art to provide students with guidance to structuring their design portfolio and getting prepared for university or job placement. Visit to Northumbria University to investigate possible career paths. Yr 12- Risk assessments - examples from local companies, examples of Carbon fibre samples from local company Hansell composites ltd-. Visit to see the lay-up process German Y13 Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of the EU Economics Year 12: How different government policies, both micro and macro, affect businesses, including taxes, government grants, and schemes to reduce unemployment, |
Date For Review - April 2022