Careers Entitlement
All pupils from Key Stage 2 through to year 11 will take part in a Careers Education programme. A detailed list of the Careers Entitlement available to pupils in each year group is detailed below.
In addition to the universal careers programme, we identify pupils who may benefit from additional, targeted CEIAG support. Target groups may include looked-after children or previously looked-after children; young carers; persistent absentees; pupils at risk of NEET; pupils on alternative provision, and other key areas for our school. For these cohorts, we offer additional support such as enhanced 1:1 guidance, targeted employer encounters, supported transitions and tailored action planning.
Intent of our Careers programme
- To inspire and motivate every pupil to develop high aspirations and consider a broad and ambitious range of careers.
- Inspiring pupils through real-life contacts with the world of further education and work to help them understand where different choices can take them in the future.
- To help pupils make a smooth transition to post -16 education, employment and training and onto adult life by supporting them to overcome barriers to participation.
- Identifying appropriate interventions and opportunities in supporting pupils to make informed decisions regarding education and employment.
- Ensuring pupils’ voices are heard in the EHCP and Post 16 transition processes.
- Tracking the transition outcomes of pupils.
Implementation of the Careers programme and partnership working
The whole school Careers provision is delivered through a cohesive programme: individual independent careers interviews, Action Planning, Preparing for Adulthood lessons, Alternative Provision placements, work experience and Post 16 Transition preparation. Through enrichment opportunities, pupils are prepared for the responsibilities and opportunities that they will encounter in life and to aid them in making the right decisions for their futures.
Alongside the whole-school programme, we plan and deliver targeted careers interventions for identified cohorts. Identification is informed by attendance and progress data, safeguarding data, EHCP and PEP reviews as well as careers action planning with provisions reviewed regularly to ensure it remains appropriate and effective.
Through independent careers interviews, all pupils are helped to develop a careers Action Plan which is regularly monitored and reviewed. Pupils have access to a range of career education resources and on leaving Millgate School, they have a CV and a record of their entire academic and extra‑curricular achievements ready for the world of further education or work.
We liaise with the Local Authority around intended destinations of pupils and highlight those intending to leave or at risk of NEET (Not in employment, education or training) and work closely with Careers Advisors to secure positive outcomes for pupils.
Impact evaluations of Careers programme
Regular robust evaluations are undertaken, following the Compass+ Toolkit. Feedback from pupils, parents/carers, staff and external agencies are used to judge the effectiveness of careers education and ensure clear learning outcomes are met.
Where targeted programmes are delivered, impact is evaluated by cohort and used to inform future decisions about continuation or redesign of the provision, including consideration of sustainability and budget allocation.
Staffing and Points of Contact
Careers Leader: Mr Zuber Ibrahim Phone: 0116 2704922 Email: zibrahim@millgate.discoverytrust.org
Careers Link Governor: TBA
Enterprise Link: Leicester and Leicestershire Business and Skills Partnership
| CAREERS EDUCATION ENTITLEMENT | |||
| Activity | Benchmarks | Description | Year groups |
| Careers in the Curriculum and Study Programme | 123458 | Linking curriculum education with the world of work so that pupils can make better informed career-related decisions. | 5 -11 |
| Work Experience | 123456 | Work Experience Guarantee: In addition to KS4 work experience, pupils in KS3 undertake a week’s worth of meaningful, age-appropriate work experience activities. These may include on-site or virtual employer projects, employer-led workshops or other experiences designed to be safe and accessible for younger pupils. | 7 – 11 |
| Arts Award Qualification | 1234 | Pupils develop their work readiness skills and prepare for pathways to progression. | 10 – 11 |
| ASDAN | 1234567 | Pupils develop and enhance employability skills in readiness for the world of work. | 10 – 11 |
| BTEC Technical Award Qualifications | 123456 | Technical qualifications where pupils gain an understanding and knowledge of working within chosen industry sectors. | 10 – 11 |
| Preparing For Adulthood lessons | 1238 | Pupils set goals and prepare for their future employment, education, independent living and wellbeing. | 11 |
| Personal Development and Humanities | 1234 | Pupils are prepared for independent living, improve their social skills, learn time and management and build self-esteem as well as develop their knowledge on British Values and equality. | 5 – 11 |
| Access to independent careers platforms and Labour Market Information | 1234 | Pupils have access to Information on occupations and employment to make informed decisions about future study and career options through tutor time activities. | 5 – 11 |
| National Careers Week Activities | 1234567 | Linking curriculum education with the world of work so that pupils can make better informed career related decisions. | 5 – 11 |
| One to One Careers Interviews with Careers Advisor | 12348 | Pupils receive independent impartial careers guidance through tailored discussions and interviews. | 10 – 11 |
| Action Plans | 1238 | Pupils are active in career planning and development, identifying and evaluating their career options. | 11 |
| Career Conversations | 1238 | Pupils focus on career aspirations, learn about the world of work and evaluate different options at Post 16 during tutor times. | 10 -11 |
| Annual RevIew of EHCP | 138 | Pupils, parents/carers and staff are aware of individual needs, interventions and next steps. | 5 – 11 |
| PEP and LAC Review & Target Setting | 138 | Target and outcome setting to support pupils with their transition into further education, employment or training. | 5 – 11 |
| Individual Support Plans for Post 16 Transition | 13678 | Pupils have an input into assessing their needs, planning supported and target setting for a successful transition into Further Education. | 11 |
| Careers Assemblies | 1,2,4 | Pupils prepare for their future success through aspirational assemblies linked to personal growth. | 5 – 11 |
| Employer Engagement Encounters | 123456 | Pupils gain an understanding of their local labour market and to develop soft skills such as communication and teamwork in preparation for work. | 5 – 11 |
| Access to top local sports facilities and coaching | 1356 | Pupils are aware of career opportunities and experience encounters with workplaces and employers. | 5 – 11 |
| STEM activities and STEM Ambassador | 123456 | Pupils learn about STEM careers and how they link to curriculum learning whilst developing social responsibility skills. | 7 – 11 |
| ECO School | 123456 | Pupils learn about the environment and how they link to curriculum learning whilst developing environmental responsibility skills. | 5 – 11 |
| Independent Travel Programme | 13 | Pupils have decreased reliance on supported transport. | 10 – 11 |
| Mock Interviews | 138 | Pupils gain experience to complete job interviews with external visitors | 11 |
| Personal Finance workshops | 138 | Pupils learn about how to manage their finances | 11 |
| Armed Forces Visits and Careers Discussions | 1234568 | Opportunities to find out about the broad range of public services roles and engage in educational activities. | 10 – 11 |
| CV writing, Personal Statement and mock interview sessions | 138 | Pupils learn how to write a CV, complete application forms and interview techniques. | 11 |
| Post 16/18 Transition Evening Events | 1378 | Pupils, parents, carers actively engaged in events held at post 16 provisions ready for next steps transition | 11 |
| 6th Form Transition Days | 1347 | Pupils visit post 16 provisions ready for next steps transition | 11 |
| Careers Events | 12356 | Pupils gain insight into work and further education opportunities, opportunities to meet employers. | 9 – 11 |
| Parents Showcase and Options Events | 138 | Parents and carers discuss pupils choices for KS4. | 9 |
| College and University Visits | 1378 | Pupils experience college life and understand entry requirements for their next steps Post 16 transition. | 9 – 11 |
| College Applications | 137 | Pupils apply for their post-16 provision | 11 |