Welcome to the ultimate career information hub for students, parents, employers, and teachers! Here, you'll discover valuable links and information on not just careers at Tamworth Enterprise College, but more importantly, the vast array of opportunities available in the world of work. Let's unlock your potential and explore the exciting possibilities together!

The importance of CEIAG at Tamworth Enterprise College

At Tamworth Enterprise College, we understand that finding your dream career can be daunting, but we've got your back! Our comprehensive program ensures that every student leaves with the tools and knowledge they need to succeed, including:

•   Identifying your strengths and weaknesses.

•   Accessing the latest resources to research suitable careers.

•   Expert guidance on interpreting career information.

•  One-on-one support to explore career ideas and boost confidence.

•   Ongoing sessions to enhance vital skills like CV writing and interview techniques.

The Careers Programme

Get ready to supercharge your child's career journey with our cutting-edge Careers Programme! 

We've poured our hearts and souls into designing a comprehensive roadmap to support your child's progress, from their early career stages to beyond. With our programme, you and your child will gain access to top-notch guidance, immersive employer experiences, and timely information that will set them up for success.

We believe that every student should be fully prepared for the challenges and rewards of adult life, and we're committed to making this a key part of our curriculum. 

But we don't stop there - we're constantly on the lookout for exciting opportunities to enrich our programme, partnering with local employers and training providers to provide practical, skills-based activities that'll take your child's career prospects to the next level. 

Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery and growth with our unbeatable Careers Programme!

Year 7: Widening Horizons:Introduction to Careers.Encourage high aspirations and develop confidence

Year 8: Understanding opportunities in the developing labour market

Year 9: Introduce higher education and start to map out pathways to their future careers. 

Self-assessment – Produce a career action plan ahead of options decisions

Year 10: Build knowledge and experience of different types of options for post-16 and post-18 study and career opportunities. 

Year 11: Widening advice on options, including apprenticeships, entrepreneurialism or other vocational routes alongside A-level and University 

Resources to support provision

• Access to a range of careers providers to deliver specific sessions and assemblies to the students.

• Access to a Careers Hub to share good practice and allow easy access to local businesses.

• The Compass Plus tool to track against the Gatsby Benchmarks.

• Regular contact with an Enterprise Co-ordinator and Enterprise Advisor from the local Career Hub.

• Access to the most up to date Careers Lead training and accreditation.

Careers in the Curriculum

We believe that every subject can offer unique insights into the world of work, which is why we've developed dedicated careers programmes across all subject areas. Our lessons are designed to showcase the exciting range of careers related to each subject and how they connect to real-world skills and opportunities. You'll find relevant careers information displayed within each department, and our teachers often invite professionals to share their insights and experiences with our students. Whether you're exploring a passion or considering a new career path, our subject-specific careers talks are a great way to gain invaluable knowledge and inspiration.

Evaluation

At our school, we're committed to continuously improving our CEIAG provision, which is why we regularly seek feedback from all stakeholders including students, staff, parents, and volunteers. We take all feedback seriously and use it to enhance our programmes for future year groups. We ensure that every activity is evaluated by both students and staff, and we seek feedback from parents and volunteers whenever appropriate. Our aim is to create a dynamic and responsive CEIAG provision that meets the needs and aspirations of all our students.

Work Experience

Every Year 10 student participates in a 5-day work experience in July. The students themselves find and arrange the placements, which aims to develop their skills in job search. We thoroughly check all placements for health and safety. Work experience is a valuable opportunity for students to gain confidence, maturity, and insight into the skills needed in the workplace.

Tamworth Enterprise College is committed to providing our students with a comprehensive programme of Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG). It is vital that we make sure our students are able to receive the guidance they need to make sensible choices as the move through each stage of their education and onto their chosen career.