Employability and careers
Careers Curriculum
Careers Curriculum
During your time at HLC, you will progress through a varied scheme of classroom work, events, visits and activities to ensure that you are prepared and ready for the working world. The steps you take now will set you up for future success, so make the most of everything on offer to you!
STUDENT ENTITLEMENT
Students in Years 7-11 are entitled:
- To find out about technical education qualifications and apprenticeships opportunities, as part of a careers programme which provides information on the full range of education and training options available at each transition point.
- To engage with local and national employers as well as local successful entrepreneurs – through visits, assemblies and small group activities.
- To hear from a range of local providers about the opportunities they offer, including technical education and apprenticeships – through options evenings, assemblies and group discussions and taster events.
- To understand how to make applications for the full range of academic and technical courses.
Key Stage 3 – Years 7, 8 and 9
During this time the focus will be on work experience and Post 16 options. You will have the opportunity of attending our fantastic Careers Fair. This allows you and your parents an opportunity to talk face-to-face with employers, colleges, different training providers and universities.
For all students, an independent external and impartial Careers Adviser, provided through FutureFocus, will be available for 1:1 appointments to discuss your ideas for your Post 16 plan.
More opportunities and events are sent out via Tutor Notices regularly by the Careers Department.
Key Stage 4 – Years 10 and 11
During this time the focus will be on work experience and Post 16 options. You will have the opportunity of attending our fantastic Careers Fair. This allows you and your parents an opportunity to talk face-to-face with employers, colleges, different training providers and universities.
For all students, an independent external and impartial Careers Adviser, provided through FutureFocus, will be available for 1:1 appointments to discuss your ideas for your Post 16 plan.
More opportunities and events are sent out via Tutor Notices regularly by the Careers Department.
Experiences of the Workplace
You are offered an experience of the workplace through our Work Experience program in Year 10. These involve visits, working and work shadowing to help your exploration of career opportunities and expand your networks.
Year 10 students undertake a one week work experience placement. We encourage students to find their own appropriate placements. This meaningful experience will support future career choices, expand your CV and will prove useful for Sixth Form, College, University and Apprenticeship applications.
Virtual work experiences are also offered and can be any opportunity that provides students with an insight into working in that job or industry. Virtual work experiences can range anywhere from an hour up to a week, depending on what it offers, project work and your age. Virtual experiences and events are sent out via Tutor Notices regularly by the Careers Department.
Careers Fair
Every year we hold a Careers Fair for our students in Year 9 and above. We have over 50 exhibitors that include colleges, Universities, Apprenticeship Providers, Local and National Employers. This is a chance to walk around different stands, talk to exhibitors about what they offer and ask questions. This is an invaluable opportunity for both parents and students