Careers

Introduction

At Burnt Mill Academy we believe that every student should have every opportunity to see how their studies will relate to the world of work. Our objective has been and will always be, to help all students be aware of the many opportunities that are available and how their studies will help them to succeed in life.

This policy statement sets out the school’s arrangements for managing the access of providers to pupils at the school for the purpose of giving them information about the providers’ education or training offers. 

What are the Gatsby Benchmarks?

The Gatsby Benchmarks are a framework for improving careers guidance in schools and colleges.

Why do we follow the Gatsby Benchmarks as a school?

We follow the Gatsby Benchmarks to make sure all students get good careers guidance and it helps students understand their options, plan their future, and be ready for the world of work.

What does this mean for each year group?

Year 7 and 8 - All students will have a group careers meeting with our in house careers advisor where we discuss their futures, we also have fortnightly talks where students have the opportunity to sign up and speak to a variety of industries including lawyer, doctor and pilot.

Year 9 - All students will have a group careers meeting with our in-house advisor; we also hold career themed days such as life skills in partnership with Barclays. They can also attend the fortnightly lunchtime career talks.

Year 10 - All students will have a 121 careers meeting with our in-house advisor where we will discuss their post 16 options. They are able to attend out post-16 evening where they have the chance to speak to representatives from local sixth forms and colleges.

Year 11 - All students will be able to request time with the careers advisor to get any help with applying for Sixth form or College. We also hold Post 16 evening where they will have the chance to speak to representatives from local sixth forms and Colleges. To help with their interview skills we hold a mock interview day with professionals from a range of industries, this is designed to help build confidence and receive constructive feedback.

 

Careers Advisor

Mrs D Clark - Careers Lead

WANT TO SUPPORT (Employers & Parents/Carers)

If you would like to contribute to our careers programme, please contact Mrs Clark at ClarkD@bmatburntmill.org.uk.  

 

Gatsby Benchmark Summary - Click Link