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Career Opportunities 24-25

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 Careers @ Castle EAST - Year 11 Schedule

Autumn 1

  • Log on to unifrog to update personality profile.
  • Update CV with current predicted grades ready for application to FE.
  • Use college websites to carry out virtual tours.
  • 1-1 meeting with Kerry Bray (external Careers advisor).
  • Liaise with Karen Booth regarding potential pupils in need of accessing further support.

Autumn 2

  • Visit local college provisions.
  • Update school website providing information of open days/evenings.
  • Apply for chosen college courses with the support of tutor/career lessons.
  • External visitor for Career talk.
  • Travel training application.
  • Annual reviews completed with additional info for further support if required moving into FE.

Spring 1

  • Interview prep for college interviews.
  • Pupils looking for apprenticeships to continue to monitor website www.apprenticeships.org.uk
  • Attend taster days if provided.
  • 1-1 meeting with Kerry Bray (external Careers advisor)

Spring 2

  • Research with college potential extra costs of course such as uniform/tools.
  • Research financial support if needed/applicable.
  • Careers week - which includes talks from industry professionals.

Summer 1

  • Decide on best form of travel to and from FE setting.
  • Careers Talk from an industry professional.
  • Ensure you have your own bank account set up for any funding that you may receive.

Summer 2

  • Revision for exams with next steps in mind.
  • Update CV once you have received results.
  • Share results with college. Contact FE provider if results are not as predicted.