Careers Introduction
“Leaders have designed a well-planned careers programme. Pupils are appointed as Career Champions. They meet with Senior Leaders to discuss careers education, information, advice and guidance and the opportunity to take part in work experience”.
- Ofsted report November 2021
CEIAG Intent
At Wellfield Academy our Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) programme aims to empower every student with the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to make informed and ambitious decisions about their future.
We are committed to delivering a high-quality, inclusive careers programme that:
•Raises aspirations and broadens horizons.
•Equips students with the skills to navigate an evolving labour market.
•Keeps them informed about labour market information.
•Provides access to impartial advice, meaningful employer encounters, and real-world experiences.
•Supports all learners in making well-informed, realistic decisions about education, training, and employment.
Our intent is to ensure that all students leave Wellfield Academy with a clear sense of purpose, a strong understanding of their strengths and pathways, and the tools needed to succeed in a rapidly changing world.
CEIAG Delivery
The CEIAG offer at Wellfield Academy is guided by the 8 Gatsby Benchmarks
1. A stable careers programme
2. Learning from career and labour market information
3. Addressing the needs of each pupil
4. Linking curriculum learning to careers
5. Encounters with employers and employees
6. Experiences of the work place
7. Encounters with further education
8. Personal guidance
Careers content is delivered through explicit teaching in PSHCE lessons as outlined below. There is also a wide range of careers opportunities, events, assemblies, drop ins etc. for all students throughout the academic year. We will keep parents updated about these.
|
Year |
Unit of Work |
|
7 |
HT4: Aspiring to Succeed: Ambition, Online Reputation, Study Skills, Teamwork and Skills for Life. |
|
8 |
HT 4: Reaching Goals: Pathways, Aspirations, Positive Digital Footprints, Goal Setting, Exploring Post 16. |
|
9 |
HT5: The World of Work: Money Matters, Public Institutions, Employment Structures, Employability, Employment Rights. |
|
10 |
HT1: Financial Responsibility and Aspirations: Financial Risks, Financial Decisions, Career Opportunities, Employability and Goal Setting and Workplace Rules |
|
11 |
HT1: The Future Personal statement, CV, Interview skills, applying for college |
CEIAG Staff
We have a whole school approach to careers with all staff supporting the delivery of CEIAG. In addition, we have designated CEIAG team who lead, co-ordinate and monitor the quality and delivery of our careers programme.
| Mrs L Park | Assistant Head Teacher |
| Miss A Scott | Personal Development Curriculum and Aspirations Lead |
For any Careers enquiries, please email: ask@wellfieldacademy.org
Provider Access Legislation
Provider Access Statement
All Careers information will be reviewed in September each year, and updated throughout the academic year.
Gatsby Benchmarks
Our careers programme meets the eight government-set ‘Gatsby Benchmarks’ in every area.
Gatsby Benchmarks Explained
Parent Support Request
If parents feel they could support with our Careers Programme in any way such as involvement in:
- Careers Fairs
- Occupationally specific Careers Assemblies
- Careers Workshops/Insights
- Mock/practice interviews
- Work experience
- Off-site visits to workplaces
Please contact: ask@wellfieldacademy.org
