During your time at New Forest Academy, 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!
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 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.
CAREERS LEADER
You have a dedicated Careers Leader, Mrs Richmond, available to you at school. Please pop in to see me (D1 or IT11) or you can email srichmond@newforestacademy.org. Whether you need help writing your first CV, are curious about how to join one of the Services, would like some information on the local colleges or want to chat about your future choices we are here to help!
Key Stage 3 – Years 7, 8 and 9
Through the Careers programme and Life curriculum you will strengthen your skills and gain knowledge of different Career pathways, looking at how the curriculum relates to different Careers. Skills you develop include body language, communication, team work, and learn just how important these are to reach the career you want. You will learn about the variety of different pathways available to you post 16 and how to enhance your own employability through voluntary activities.
Key Stage 4 – Years 10 and 11
During this time the focus will be on work experience, producing a CV and making applications. You will have the opportunity of attending our fantastic Careers and Apprenticeship Fairs. 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 will be available for 1:1 appointments to discuss your ideas for your Post 16 plan.
More opportunities and events are sent out via email regularly by the Careers Department.
EXPERIENCES OF THE WORKPLACE
You are offered an experience of a workplace through Work Experience. This helps your exploration of career opportunities and to 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.
