Introduction
The Farnley Academy offers a careers education programme that prepares students for the next steps in their education, training or employment. The academy is committed to providing comprehensive and good quality information, advice and guidance to all students to enable them to make effective decisions for the future about a wide range of career pathways. The programme aims to inspire students, raise aspirations, broaden horizons and challenge stereotyping.
We provide a wide range of support and activities that students can access:
- One-to-one guidance – all students have access to a level 6 qualified Careers Advisor.
- Support with transition – students receive support applying for college, researching post 18 options, preparing for interviews and writing their personal statements.
- Trips – visits to educational establishments and workplaces to broaden students’ horizons.
- Events – students have the opportunity to attend Careers related events such as careers fairs, mock interviews, options evenings and GCSE results day.
- Workshops – supplement the careers education that students receive in school. These cover topics such as transferable skills, how to apply for jobs, write CVs and prepare for job interviews.
- Jobs of the week – are presented once a week during form time and cover topics such as average salaries, what the job entails, and the qualifications, grades and skills needed to secure the job.
- Labour market information – students receive presentations regarding local labour market information so that they can make informed choices when picking their post 16 course pathways.
- Assemblies – assemblies are delivered by a wide range of educational establishments, businesses and organisations to improve students’ Careers knowledge.
Students can come to the Careers Office in the Tomlinson Library for additional Careers support before 9am, break A, break B and after school. Parents and students can also email: [email protected]
We measure and assess the impact of the Careers programme on students by:
- Destinations of students to further education, apprenticeships and employment.
- Feedback from students.
- Questionnaires and evaluations after events and group sessions.
Contact
Mr Ross – Careers Lead and Level 6 qualified Careers Advisor
Miss Rai – Careers Administrator
Mr Jackson – Go Higher West Yorkshire Outreach Officer
Contact us for Careers support – [email protected]
Mr Ross
Careers Lead and Level 6 qualified Careers Advisor
Miss Rai
Careers Administrator
Mr Jackson
Go Higher West Yorkshire Outreach Officer
Useful links for students and parents
| Title | Description | Hyperlinks |
|---|---|---|
| Quizzes to discover careers | Try these fun short online quizzes to find out what careers might suit you! | UCAS Careers Quiz |
| UCAS Courses | Discover what the entry requirements are for university courses you are interested in. This can help you pick your college courses. | UCAS Courses |
| Apprenticeships | Search for apprenticeships to find opportunities, see what you could earn and what GCSEs and skills you will need to acquire an apprenticeship | Gov.uk Apprenticeships |
| Job ideas for teenagers | Find out what kind of part-time jobs you could apply for whilst at school. | Jobs for 15 year olds |
| CV writing tips | Advice for students wanting to write a CV and good template for you to use. | How to write a CV |
| Interview preparation | Find out how to prepare for an interview. This is particularly useful for students wanting to apply for apprenticeships. | How to prepare for an interview |
| Labour Market Information | Find out labour market information related to the industries you are interested in. | START Careers |
The Farnley Academies Careers Programme
Go Higher West Yorkshire (GHWY)
Our school works in partnership with Go Higher West Yorkshire (GHWY). Go Higher West Yorkshire is a consortium of HE providers in our local area, working together to ensure that higher education in all its forms is open to all who can benefit, regardless of background. The core aim of the partnership is to connect partners to improve access to, success in and progression from higher education, for those from under-represented groups.
Go Higher provides activities for our pupils as part of the Uni Connect Programme such as taster days at colleges/universities or having speakers and workshops provided in school. The Uni Connect programme is a national initiative funded by the Office for Students. It offers activities, advice and information on the benefits and realities of going to university or college. Your young person may have already taken part in some activities as part of the Uni Connect programme, and/or will take part in future activities.
To help Go Higher West Yorkshire report on the Uni Connect programme to the Office for students, our school have agreed to share some of your data with them. More information about what data will be shared, and about your rights can be found in the HEAT Information Sheet and Privacy Notice (see link below). Please take the time to read this document, as it provides all the information about how the data will be used, and what to do if you object. Please note that if you are a parent or career of a young person under 16 you can exercise the rights set out in the Privacy Notice on their behalf.
Our vision for Careers Information and Guidance at The Farnley Academy:
- All students are proud of their abilities; they are ambitious and excited about their potential.
- All students benefit from an inspiring and aspirational ‘careers and further education culture’ within the school.
- All students are supported with up to date information and impartial guidance to make effective careers/educational decisions.
- There is a reduction in NEET figures, particularly for disadvantaged students
- The percentage of girls continuing to study STEM subjects/pursue STEM careers post year 11 increases.
- All students understand the connection between school and their adult lives as CEIAG is instilled across every aspect of the curriculum.
- All stakeholders have a clear understanding of the importance, the provision and the performance of CEIAG at the academy
The Gatsby Benchmarks
The Gatsby Career Benchmarks are the result of an international study to find the best practice in Career Guidance worldwide. The eight benchmarks underpin the Careers Information and Guidance programme that we offer at The Farnley Academy.
Every school and college should have an embedded programme of career education and guidance that is known and understood by students, parents, teachers, governors and employers.
Every student, and their parents, should have access to good quality information about future study options and labour market opportunities. They will need the support of an informed adviser to make best use of available information.
Students have different career guidance needs at different stages. Opportunities for advice and support need to be tailored to the needs of each student. A school’s careers programme should embed equality and diversity considerations throughout.
All teachers should link curriculum learning with careers. STEM subject teachers should highlight the relevance of STEM subjects for a wide range of future career paths.
Every student should have multiple opportunities to learn from employers about work, employment and the skills that are valued in the workplace. This can be through a range of enrichment activities including visiting speakers, mentoring and enterprise schemes.
Every student should have first-hand experiences of the workplace through work visits, work shadowing and/or work experience to help their exploration of career opportunities, and expand their networks.
All students should understand the full range of learning opportunities that are available to them. This includes both academic and vocational routes and learning in schools, colleges, universities and in the workplace.
Every student should have opportunities for guidance interviews with a career adviser, who could be internal (a member of school staff) or external, provided they are trained to an appropriate level. These should be available whenever significant study or career choices are being made. They should be expected for all students but should be timed to meet their individual needs.
The CIAG programme will be reviewed on an annual basis by the careers leader and adapted where necessary. This will take in to account any feedback from staff, students or external providers linked to the previous year’s activities.
