Careers Portal

Careers Advice at Selby High

At Selby High School we are committed to Careers Education as a vital means of giving all students the skills, knowledge and understanding to manage their own lifelong learning and career development.

Learn more about our careers programme here.

Our careers education will prepare all students for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of education, training and employment and also the challenges of adult life.

At Selby High School we provide students with a wide range of careers education opportunities from Year 7 right through to Year 11 to excel in the wider world, whatever their career aspirations.

Our students go onto careers in many different sectors, and the future will bring jobs and opportunities that don’t even exist now.

This dedicated careers area on our website has lots of useful information. You can find out about what we do in school and also find lots of resources and ideas to get you thinking about the wider world of work and your future in it.

Meet Mrs Costoya, our Careers Adviser at Selby High School.

Mrs Costoya is in school every Tuesday and Thursday. Her door is always open and she welcomes students to proactively come and see her in the Learning Resource Centre. She will be working with students in during individual guidance appointments to help them understand, realise and fulfil their career goals.

What does careers learning look like at Selby High?

"The school supports pupils to develop their knowledge of the opportunities available to them when they progress to further education and employment. Pupils can identify a range of careers that are open to them. They speak positively about their work experience in Year 10 and have clear ideas of where they would like to continue their studies." Ofsted Report, Nov. 2023

To enable our students to excel in the future, we help them develop skills such as resilience, self motivation and metacognition. We raise aspirations and open doors by creating opportunities to hear from or work with professionals in all kinds of fields. We offer comprehensive and impartial advice on options for the future beyond Selby High to help our students choose the right path for them.

There are many different opportunities throughout your time at Selby High which help equip you for the future. This page gives you an overview of our approach, or click below to see our programme in detail.

Information on Careers Impartial Advice and Guidance (CIAG)

Click each Learning Journey below to view a larger version:

Year 11 Assembly Wed 25th September.pptx

Slides above from Year 11 Careers Assembly - 25/09/24

Career of the Month for February (Unifrog):

Hear about a career/subject from a professional or university student
Reflect on what you like/dislike about this career/subject
Make links between this career/subject and your skills, current studies, and career goals

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Career of the Month for February (Progress Careers):

TOWN PLANNER

AVERAGE SALARY £33,000

Map out your future with a career as a Town Planner! In celebration of New Homes Week, we’re exploring a career that shapes the way people live, work, and play. As a Town Planner, you’ll help design and develop neighbourhoods and community spaces, always considering the needs of people and the environment. Ready to see the plans for your future?

JOB DESCRIPTION

Town Planners design and organise buildings, parks, roads, and public spaces to create communities that are attractive, sustainable, and functional - ensuring spaces work for everyone.

From planning new neighbourhoods to enhancing existing areas, Town Planners make decisions that truly shape the future of communities. As you gain experience you could earn from £55,000 to up to £100,000 per year. Start building your skills and experience by volunteering for community projects or helping with local events.

QUALIFICATIONS

To become a Town Planner, you’ll need GCSEs and A Levels in subjects like Geography or Art and Design. You can then go the university route and choose from a number of subjects, including specific town planning degrees. You

can also apply for an apprenticeship to become a chartered town planner. Finally, you’ll need to study an RTPI-accredited course, either as part of your degree or as a postgraduate qualification.

What you can be doing now

Start building the skills and experience that will help you become a Town Planner, today. You can gain experience by volunteering for community projects, helping with local events, or getting involved in environmental or urban initiatives in your area. Staying on top of what’s happening in your community is also a great way to learn about planning – research how planning decisions are made and follow news about new developments in your area. You’ll also need communication and teamwork skills, as planning is all about working with others. Group projects, clubs, or sports can help you develop these essential skills.

Every small step now helps you understand how communities are shaped and prepares you for a future in Town Planning.

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