Senior Member of Staff i/c Careers: Miss L. Morrison – Assistant Headteacher
Careers Coordinator: Miss A. Ward
If you would like additional information about the Careers Programme at Lord Derby Academy, please contact Miss Ward.
Contact Details: T. 0151 477 8860 or Email: award@thedeantrust.co.uk
‘The careers guidance programme is good. Pupils value the independent advice and guidance that they receive. They say that this ‘opens their eyes’ to the wide range of opportunities available to them and inspires them to be aspirational for their future. As a result, almost all pupils, including disadvantaged pupils and those with SEND, move on to further education or training.’ Ofsted 2019.
All pupils have access to careers education, information, advice and guidance, as part of the curriculum. The programme is delivered in PSHE , PDC sessions and through curriculum subjects. This allows pupils to develop the core skills needed for employment and gain an awareness of the labour market. Careers Information Education Advice and Guidance is a part of every pupil’s entitlement. We are committed to using a variety of learning experiences to help young people manage the key decision points in their lives. The education they receive prepares them to make informed decisions about the next learning or employment stage for them.
All pupils will get the opportunity to meet with an Independent Careers Adviser at key decision points in their school life, and at other times if they are in particular need of support. At this time, they can talk about their ideas for the future, explore the range of options after they leave school and plan the steps to achieve their end goal. Pupils can expect advice and guidance that is personalised, comprehensive and impartial. Support on offer to pupils includes:
See our Careers Information Education Advice and Guidance Board in the atrium and within the LRC (Y11), for key dates, Career Connect appointments, college open evenings, apprenticeship information and much more.
A parents’ toolkit for career conversations (talkingfutures.org.uk)
As part of the Talking Futures programme, The Gatsby Foundation has created a series of films that provide top tips for parents from parents about how to support children with their career decisions. Hear from a few famous faces about the importance of having conversations with teenagers about their future working lives.
National Green Careers Week – 6th – 11th November 2023 – Click here for further information.
Now is the time of year when our Year 11 pupils are busy applying to further education or apprenticeship schemes. We encourage our pupils to apply for several colleges or placements to provide them with greater choices. Click here to find details of all College and University Open Days.
Please note that subject staff can provide additional information and resources on careers relating to their subject.
The Knowsley Apprenticeship team will be attending college apprenticeship open evenings, where they are available to discuss apprenticeship opportunities. Our events can sometimes get busy – beat the queue by pre-registering. All you need to do is provide us with some basic information to register your place, and you’re all booked in!
Become an Apprentice Event | Knowsley Community College (sthelens.ac.uk)
Become an Apprentice Event: Pre-Registration Form (sthelens.ac.uk)
Jobs | Knowsley Council
College Open Days - Autumn 2023
CEIAG Provider Access Policy (Updated January 2023)
Lord Derby Academy Careers Policy (June 2023)
Parent/Carer Guide to Unifrog (Careers Platform)
Useful Careers Contacts 2023-2024
Lord Derby Academy Careers Plan 2023 (Summary Document)
Year 11 Leavers (2021) Destination Data (as at Oct 22)
The Gatsby Benchmarks
Additional Careers Information for Pupils
The Careers Download (5th Edition) July 2022
Access to Work: How to get help if you have a disability or health condition
National Careers Week – 6th March – 11th March 2023
A Guide for Parents and Carers
Click here to find out all the latest information on National Careers Week.
National Careers Week – Pupil Motivational Video on the importance of believing in yourself.
National Apprenticeship Week
6th – 10th February 2023
A whole host of resources are available by visiting: https://nationalapprenticeshipweek.co.uk/
“The Parent Perspective” is an exciting podcast series for parents and carers, helping you to support your child(ren) with careers advice and guidance. https://amazingapprenticeships.com/the-parent-perspective-podcast/
What is an Apprenticeship? (8 Key Facts)
All you need to know about apprenticeships.
Click here to find out more.
Apprenticeship Pay and Finances
One of the benefits of being an apprentice is that you are paid, but how does this work and how could it affect your household?
Click here to find out more.
www.ucas-furthereducation/post-16
Advanced level qualifications (known as A levels) are subject-based qualifications that can lead to university, further study, training, or work. You can normally study three or more A levels over two years. They’re usually assessed by a series of examinations.
www.tlevels.gov.uk
www.tlevels.gov.uk/students/subjects
T Levels are an alternative to A levels, apprenticeships and other 16 to 19 courses. Equivalent to 3 A levels, a T Level focuses on vocational skills and can help students into skilled employment, higher study or apprenticeships.
Higher apprenticeships provide an opportunity to gain Level 4 qualifications or above, with most apprentices gaining an NVQ Level 4, HND, or foundation degree. Some offer the opportunity to progress to Level 7 (which is postgraduate degree level). A higher apprenticeship can take from one to five years to complete, and involve part-time study at a college, university, or training provider.
Labour Market Information
Explore local labour market information at www.liverpoollep.org/growth-sectors/
www.gov.uk/apply-apprenticeship
Apprenticeships are a way to gain the skills, knowledge and experience you need to get into many careers. They combine work, training and study letting you earn while you learn.
www. russellgroupuniversities.ac.uk
The Russell Group represents 24 leading UK universities. We believe people and ideas are the key to meeting global challenges. Through world-class research and education we are helping to create a dynamic economy, stronger communities and a better future for the UK.
Helpful information for parents and carers, who are looking for the best way to advise the young people in their care.
icould provides career inspiration and information for young people. It offers free access to over 1000 personal video stories, detailed job information, plus practical tips, insight and advice.
This is a really useful guide for Parents/Carers. Click here to find out more.
Please use this link to access all of the latest updates from the Department for Education on the careers provision for young people in schools.
www.nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
Job profiles and families; create an action plan specific to you and your goals, check your skills, build your CV, get advice.
www.amazingapprenticeships.com
A leading organisation in the education sector, founded to tackle misconceptions about apprenticeships and promote the benefits.
A great place to discover your skills and career options in the Liverpool City Region. Check out the website for further information by clicking here.
View all study choices available to you by visiting:
https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/explore-your-education-and-training-choices
Lord Derby Academy was inspected by Ofsted on 27th and 28th June 2023.
Please click here to read the official Ofsted report.