Key Stage 3 (Years 7, 8 and 9) Careers Introduction
In Years 7, 8 and 9, the idea of going to college and getting a job may seem like a long way off. However, in reality, decisions that you make now could affect your future and have a direct impact on your career.
At Withernsea High School we have a dedicated careers programme that caters for students in all years. As you progress through the school, we will focus on different areas of your career journey in order to support you in making the right choices.
In Years 7 and 8 you will be introduced to careers through school trips and events, plus discussions in structured lessons.
In Year 9 you will focus on what subjects you would like to study in Key Stage 4 as part of the Pathways process. Please scroll down for further information about this.
As always, the careers team are on hand to offer any advice, answer any questions and make your career journey an enjoyable one.
The Careers Base in P2 is open on dedicated lunchtimes for students in Years 7, 8 and 9 to access careers guidance and information. Places can be booked via Form Tutors or Mrs Foster at fosterv@wscampus.net Further information about this opportunity for additional support is available in the student bulletin.
Activities and events
Please see below for a brief outline of the careers-related activities and events that you will take part in throughout Years 7, 8 and 9.
All events and activities are subject to change and more detailed information and updates will be distributed in school.
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Year 7 |
Careers Questionnaire |
National Careers Week British Science Week National Apprenticeship Week Tutor Time careers activities |
Enrichment Week |
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Year 8 |
Careers Questionnaire |
National Careers Week British Science Week Options lessons delivered in PSHE Year 8 Options Parents' Evening |
Enrichment Week |
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Year 9 |
Careers Questionnaire |
National Careers Week British Science Week National Apprenticeship Week Tutor Time careers activities Careers Fair |
Enrichment Week Hull University ACE Day |
Pathways - Year 9 Options
In Year 9, you will reach a very important point in your school career as you will be asked to choose subjects to study in Key Stage 4 (Years 10 and 11).
It is important to think carefully about these choices as they may have an impact on later decisions, such as potential post-16 courses, apprenticeships, university routes and the world of work.
Our Pathways booklet is designed to help you make informed decisions about your options for Key Stage 4. Not only does it provide a curriculum overview of all subjects, it also offers an insight in to what the study of each subject could lead to in the future.
DOWNLOAD: 2021-2022 Guide PENDING - Due for publication in January 2022
All information correct at time of going to print.
TIMETABLE OF THE 2021-2022 PATHWAYS PROCESS...
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Action |
Date |
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Pathways booklet released |
Date to be confirmed |
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Subject talks |
Date to be confirmed |
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Year 9 Parents/Carers Consultation Evening |
Date to be confirmed |
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Options forms handed out |
Date to be confirmed |
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Hand-in deadline for Options forms |
Date to be confirmed |
Information for parents/carers
As a parent or carer of a student in Key Stage 3, it can be difficult to know where to start with helping your child select the subject options that will help them progress into the career of their choice.
Websites that offer advice and guidance to help your child include:
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Link |
About |
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www.barclayslifeskills.co.uk |
LifeSkills works with teachers, parents and businesses to help young people develop the necessary skills to secure jobs. |
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www.logonmoveon.co.uk |
A prospectus of education, learning and training opportunities in Hull, East Riding and North Yorkshire Coast. |
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www.lmihumber.co.uk |
Labour Market Information for the Humber area. |
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https://ukcareers.ey.com |
UK Careers Information from Ernst and Young. |
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www.careersadviceforparents.org |
Dedicated information for parents/carers, led by a top Careers Advisor and Coach. |
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Shape your Future (Document) |
The Shape your Future booklet has been created by the University of Hull, LMI Humber, and Careers Yorkshire and Humber. It has relevant and up-to-date labour market information for all the job sectors within our area, as well as some of the businesses that are in them. |