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This event gave students a valuable opportunity to experience real-world job interviews and gain insight into the skills and professionalism employers look for. Representatives from a range of local companies, including Wigan Council, NHS Wigan, Aecon, Computer Centre and several independent businesses from across the borough, volunteered their time to conduct mock interviews. Students had the chance to showcase their communication skills, problem-solving abilities, and confidence in a supportive environment. The event aimed to prepare students for their future careers by: - **Developing interview skills** in a realistic setting - **Receiving constructive feedback** from professionals - **Understanding workplace expectations** and career pathways Students left the day feeling more confident and motivated. One student commented, *“It was great to practice answering questions and get advice from people actually working in the industries I’m interested in.”* We are incredibly grateful to our local business partners for supporting this initiative and helping our students take their first steps towards successful careers. **Well done to all Year 11 students for participating with such enthusiasm and professionalism!** Click on the photos below to enlarge - **### Future Careers Begin Here: Year 11 Students Shine at Interview Day [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7241.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7241.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7242.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7242.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7243.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7243.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7244.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7244.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7245.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7245.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7247.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7247.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7249.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7249.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7253.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7253.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7258.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7258.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7265.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7265.jpg) [ ![](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/imagecache/480x480c/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7266.jpg) ](https://files.schudio.com/stedmundarrowsmith/images/gallery/future-careers-begin-here-year-11-students-shine-at-interview-day/untitled-7266.jpg)** [ Congratulations to Y7 student, Jessica who has won 5 awards in a Dance Competition! 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