Overview
Careers Programme at Ashley High School
At Ashley High School we place a great emphasis on our students having a careers programme in place that ensures that they are well equipped for the future and have the information needed to make realistic and informed decisions about further education, training and employment. This starts as soon as they arrive at school in Year 7 and builds significantly through Year 8 to Year 14. We make every effort to support all of our students into a positive destination that utilises their skills and interests. We do this through a rigorous careers programme with the involvement of local employers.
The careers programme is evaluated at the end of each academic year, gaining feedback from all stakeholders. The Careers Leader also completes termly Compass Reports to measure progress towards the Gatsby benchmarks. Student destinations are also used to measure the impact of the careers programme.
The school is committed to working towards the Quality in Careers Standard Award. Click here for more information.
Independent Careers Guidance
Students can access individual careers guidance from the school careers adviser. All students from Year 9 upwards will have the opportunity for a guidance interview before their annual review. The advice given is presented in an impartial manner, showing no bias or favouritism towards a particular institution, education or work option. The careers reports include information on the range of education and training options, including apprenticeships and supported internships. The guidance given promotes the best interests of the students to whom it is given.
Career Activities by Year Group |
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Year 7 and 8 |
Year 7 and 8 is all about developing self-awareness and discovering the types of careers that are out there in the big wide world;
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Year 9 |
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Year 10 |
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Year 11 |
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Year 12-14 |
All students work towards a qualification in Employability at Entry Level 3 upwards which focuses on their employability skills and career planning. Students also complete the activities below to enhance their learning.
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If you have any questions or require further information or support around career opportunities please contact Vicki Banks (Careers Lead) at school.