Careers

The Careers programme at Archers Brook School runs through years 7 to 11. Our programme aspires to:

• Raise aspirations as pupils seek and research a broad range of lifelong opportunities available to them.
• Provide opportunities to reflect upon and develop skills essential for the workplace.
• Deepen knowledge of post 16 and career options as pupils are supported onto a career pathway developed and designed by them.
• Provide an array of interactions with FE establishments and employers.

This programme has been designed to align with the Gatsby Benchmarks which are the recognised requirements for Careers education and Guidance. With this we intend to:

• Run a stable careers programme
• Support pupils to learn from labour market information
• Address the needs of every pupil 
• Link curriculum learning to careers 
• Provide encounters with employers and employees 
• Provide experiences of workplaces
• Provide encounters with further education establishments
• Ensure all pupils have personalised careers guidance

A summary of our careers programme can be found within the careers plan document at the bottom of this page. This document can be accessed by students, parents and employers and will provide a complete summary of the careers programmes delivered here at Archers Brook. 

Within KS3 pupils will access an hour of Careers per week. These lessons aim to support pupils in developing their knowledge, understanding and skills they need to make successful choices and manage transitions in learning and work. Pupils will use Morrisby to support their understanding of all the options available to them. At KS4, Careers is delivered through the Level 1-2 PSD qualification. Pupils will work towards completing Preparation for Work. Experiences of the work place may look different for each of our pupils as we look to meet their needs and find placements that provide them with the best possible experiences. The Bren Project will allow pupils to access a 6 week work experience placement. Volunteering during Duke of Edinburgh will also provide pupils with positive experiences of the workplace.  KS4 pupils will also access an hour each term aimed at making them aware of their post 16 options. KS4 pupils will use morrisby and the support of their tutor to tailor this time to suit their individual needs and aspirations. KS4 pupils will meet with a level 6 qualified careers adviser 3 times across their KS4 studies to provide them with access to impartial advice and guidance. 

All pupils will leave Archers Brook with an understanding of the post 16 destinations and opportunities available to them. They will know the routes available to them understanding how they can adapt and develop to achieve their long term goals. Pupils will have gained an experience of live work scenarios including CV writing, interviewing and completing applications improving their confidence for such experiences post 16.  

You can find our full careers plan at the bottom of this page.