Overview of the Y9 Careers Programme
All our schemes of work are planned in conjunction with:
- The Gatsby Benchmarks
- The CDI framework
- Skills Builder
- PSHE Association Programme of Study
Y9 Lesson Content
Skills: What employability skills the students need, using the Skills Builder framework
What I am good at and what I like: Subjects that the students are currently studying – which should they choose / not choose for GCSE
Qualifications and Jobs: What jobs link to different subjects, what qualifications you can gain Post 16.
Decision making: How and why to make appropriate decisions, what might influence the decisions
Using the careers section school website: Links to interactive quizzes related to interests, aptitudes and skills
Careerpilot: Create an account, complete the test and work out which job sectors might be appropriate depending on individual skills and qualities.
Jobs: Video examples of local employers discussing their jobs / companies to show students some of the jobs that are available locally
Labour Market Information: What it is, where to find it, why it is important
The lessons incorporate the use of Skills Builder – a programme designed to help students understand what we mean by the eight different employability skills we teach them about (Listening, speaking, problem solving, creativity, staying positive, aiming high, leadership and teamwork). Each year, students work through progressively more complex examples of what each skill means, to develop their knowledge and understanding of what employers expect.
The programme of study is enhanced by enrichment activities organised within the school curriculum. Students can also attend a variety of extra-curricular activities.
Post 14 Options Process
Options Evening: Opportunity for parents and students to discuss options subjects with teaching staff.
Industry Day: Opportunity for students to do a variety of activities connected to the world of work including encounters with employers.
Progressions Pathways: Session run by Derby University Widening Access Team
Taster Sessions: Students have the opportunity to find out about GCSE courses before they make their final options choices.