Careers Vision
There has never been a time when career guidance has been as important for young people as it is today. The landscape of education, training and employment opportunities that students need to navigate is more complex and more challenging than that faced by previous generations. The raising of the age for participating in learning means that young people face a wide range of choices of courses and places to study.
At Alder Grange we have a set of values which underpin all that we do, expecting pupils at all times to be Ready, Respectful and Responsible. For us, career education is more than merely meeting our statutory requirements; it is about ensuring that we truly prepare our pupils to become responsible and highly employable members of society.
We understand that students need help to make choices and manage transitions; to do this effectively they need good quality careers education, information, advice and guidance. Our school Careers Plan sets out how we provide a careers programme which will provide our students with the knowledge, inspiration and ability to take ownership of their own career action plans which will enable them to succeed in their chosen career paths. We make sure that we are achieving these aims by measuring performance against the Gatsby Benchmarks, ensuring that all eight are being fully implemented.
- A stable careers programme;
- Learning from career and labour market information;
- Support for individual needs;
- Careers links to curriculum learning;
- Encounters with employers and employees;
- Experiences of workplaces;
- Encounters with further and higher education;
- Personal guidance.
- Parents/Carers
- Students
- Teachers
- Employers
More Information
Careers Programme OverviewWe aim to provide the best possible careers advice and guidance within school and to support this, every pupil will have the opportunity to meet with a trained careers adviser in KS4. We know however, that at home you will be keen to encourage your child to think about the career opportunites available for their future. In order to assist you with this, we have provided some links below to showcase some very useful information resources about future study options and current labour market opportunities.
AG6
We offer you a learning experience in a close community which supports our students academically and personally. We provide a unique programme of advice, support and guidance to help you achieve your potential.
ag6 provides an exciting post-16 learning experience, offering a varied curriculum in a stimulating environment that provides students of all academic abilities with a personalised and individual study programme. This can include the Pathway Programme for those students who are not quite ready to move to Level 3 study, a full range of A-Level and Applied courses or a blend of the two.
https://aldergrange.com/ag6-home
Labour Market Information (LMI)
Labour Market Information tells you about what is happening in the job market at national, regional and local levels and includes information about jobs and salaries, what skills employers are looking for in different industrial sectors, conditions, communities and future trends.
It can help you discover where the job opportunities are, the sectors, occupations and locations you need to look out for, and help you identify the skills your child might need to develop in the future.
Online Support
Each year, all pupils receive an invite to join the Careers Hub (https://classroom.google.com/u/0/c/MjU5MTAzMDc0NTI1?cjc=cqte4jn) on Google Classroom (invite code: cqte4jn). This gives pupils a huge amount of information and support when planning their future. They will find links to local training providers, upcoming opportunities for work experience, support with applications and links to further support should they need it.
Start Profile (https://lancashire.startprofile.com/page/home-page) is a website designed to help young people learn more about the opportunities open to them in their local area and support them in making informed career choices. Pupils can register to create an account on the website, allowing them to access tools to assist in finding the right path for themselves and also assist in making applications.
Apprenticeships
Government Guide to Apprenticeships https://www.gov.uk/become-apprentice
Two-page guide to apprenticeships
Apply for an apprenticeship:
https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
www.apprenticeships.org.uk – the National Apprenticeship Service website provides general advice and information about apprenticeships. Also advertises current vacancies.
https://amazingapprenticeships.com/ – an excellent overview of apprenticeships, including vacancies, resources and advice on achieving your goals.
T-Levels
T Levels will offer students a mixture of classroom learning and ‘on-the-job’ experience during an industry placement of at least 315 hours (approximately 45 days). They will provide the knowledge and experience needed to open the door into skilled employment, further study or a higher apprenticeship.
More Information about T-Levels
Further Education Links
- Accrington & Rossendale College
- BRGS
- Burnley College
- Bury College
- Haslingden High
If you have any questions or feedback regarding careers’ education at Alder grange, please email rmilnes@aldergrange.com
Apprenticeships
For some of our pupils the opportunities provided through an apprenticeship will be worth consideration after leaving our school. Apprenticeships have changed significantly over the last few years and are currently developing at a rapid pace. From level 2 (intermediate) up to level 7 (masters) there are a range of different apprenticeship standards available for the vast majority of job roles.
Find out more about the opportunities available here:
- Guide to Apprenticeships (two-page summary)
- Apprenticeship finder https://www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
- Amazing Apprenticeships https://amazingapprenticeships.com/about-ask/
Apprenticeships allow you to combine work and study by mixing on-the-job training with classroom learning. You’ll be employed to do a real job while studying for a formal qualification, usually for one day a week either at a college or a training centre. By the end of your apprenticeship, you’ll hopefully have gained the skills and knowledge needed to either succeed in your chosen career or progress onto the next apprenticeship level.
Labour Market Information (LMI)
Labour Market Information tells you about what is happening in the job market at national, regional and local levels and includes information about jobs and salaries, what skills employers are looking for in different industrial sectors, conditions, communities and future trends.
It can help you discover where the job opportunities are, the sectors, occupations and locations you need to look out for, and help you identify the skills your child might need to develop in the future.
Curriculum careers’ resources are located here
If you would like to work with us, perhaps by getting involved in our regular Careers’ Breakfast Briefings to our sixth formers or even to send details of opportunities available in your particular industry/business, please get in touch.