Year 11
Careers Fair
Focus: Students will be given the opportunity to consider options available to them once they leave school.
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Brief outline of activities: Pupils will gather valuable information about their careers options and choices after they leave school. Stands available to visit include colleges, employers, training providers and apprenticeships.
Learning Objectives:
1. To research and understand the various career options and opportunities available after leaving school.
2. To evaluate their GCSE subject choices in relation to different career pathways.
3. To explore potential job opportunities linked to their chosen subjects and identify the qualifications required for their desired careers.
4. To engage in a meaningful interaction with local employers to gain insight into the world of work.
College Liaison Talks
Focus: All students have access to a full range of independent, impartial careers and education options and are guided through a decision-making process to ensure that they make a successful transition into further education.
Brief outline of activities: Pupils will have the opportunity to listen to presentations from local colleges before being supported with their online applications.
Learning Objectives:
1. Ensure all students have access to a broad range of independent and impartial careers and education options.
2. Support students in exploring and evaluating different pathways to make informed career and education choices.
3. Guide students through a structured decision-making process to help them select the most suitable post-school options.
4. Equip students with the knowledge and confidence to successfully transition into further education, training, or employment.---
Personal Statements and CVs
Focus: All pupils will complete a Personal Statement and CV.
Brief outline of activities: All pupils will be expected to complete a Personal Statement and Curriculum Vitae to place in their Pupil Profile and share during their mock interview
Learning Objectives:
1. Pupils to write a Personal Statement that highlights their skills, achievements, and future aspirations.
2. Pupils to create a Curriculum Vitae (CV) that effectively presents their education, experience, and key competencies.
3. Pupils to compile both documents into their Pupil Profile for use in future applications and career planning.
4. Pupils to confidently share and discuss their Personal Statement and CV during a mock interview, demonstrating communication and self-presentation skills. ---
Preparation for Interview
Focus: All students will undertake some basic training, focussing on ways in which they should conduct themselves during an interview.
Brief outline of activities: This session is delivered by a colleague from GM Higher. Pupils will watch a brief presentation about how to conduct themselves and process involved during an interview. They will also have the opportunity to work in small groups and practice answering questions and feedback on what they have observed.
Learning Objectives:
1. Pupils will learn how to conduct themselves professionally during an interview, including body language, tone, and appropriate responses.
2. Pupils will become familiar with the stages of an interview, from preparation to follow-up.
3. Pupils will practice answering common interview questions clearly and confidently.
4. Pupils will observe their peers' responses and provide constructive feedback.
5. Pupils will gain hands-on experience in small group settings to improve their comfort and readiness for real-life interviews.
Mock Interview Day
Focus: All students will have the opportunity to participate in a mock interview.
Brief outline of activities: Pupils will go through the process of attending a mock interview. Colleagues from local businesses and industries act as interviewers for the day. They meet the pupils in a realistic interview situation in school. Suggested questions are used to conduct the mock interview
Learning Objectives:
1. Pupils will practice responding to common interview questions in a structured setting.
2. Pupils will improve their verbal communication and build confidence in professional interactions.
3. Pupils will gain insight into what employers look for in candidates, including body language, tone, and professionalism.
4. Pupils will reflect on their performance based on feedback from industry professionals.
5. Pupils will experience a realistic interview setting, helping them feel more prepared for real-world job interviews.
6. Pupils to have a meaningful encounter with a local employer.
