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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.pptxSlides above from Year 11 Careers Assembly - 25/09/24
Career of the Month for January (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
5_Career_and_subject_of_the_month_January.pptxCareer of the Month for January (Progress Careers):
Illustrator
AVERAGE SALARY £32,020
Design your future with a career as an Illustrator! To support ‘National Storytelling Week’, we’re highlighting a role that brings stories to life. As an Illustrator, you’ll create drawings, paintings, or digital artwork for everything from books and packaging to websites and marketing campaigns. It’s a career where your creativity takes centre stage, and your imagination can truly shape your future.
Pen at the ready, let’s design your future…
JOB DESCRIPTION
As an Illustrator, you can take your creativity in all kinds of directions. Illustrations are everywhere, even in the most corporate settings, where brochures, reports, and branding materials rely on visual storytelling. In this role, you’ll work from a creative brief to produce artwork that fits a company’s brand and is aimed at their specific audience.
Depending on the path you choose, illustration can offer a great balance of creativity and career opportunity. You can become an in-house illustrator, where you’ll follow consistent brand guidelines and enjoy job stability. Alternatively, you can become a freelance illustrator, allowing for more variety, creative freedom, and flexibility. This career also allows you to be self-employed, building your own client base and unique artistic style. With experience and a strong portfolio, you could grow your income up to £44,000 per year.
QUALIFICATIONS
There’s no single route to becoming an Illustrator, but most in the field have art and design qualifications and a portfolio that showcases their creative skills.
To prepare for this career, it’s a good idea to study Art at GCSE and A-level to build both your skills and your portfolio. You can further develop your abilities by studying an Art and Design or Art and Illustration course at university.
Alternatively, you could pursue an apprenticeship, though these are competitive. Another option is to start freelancing, building experience and a client base before applying for a full-time role once you feel ready.
WHAT CAN YOU DO NOW?
Practice makes perfect! The best way to improve your illustration skills and develop your unique style is to draw as much as possible. Building a strong portfolio is key – consider volunteering your illustrations for local projects, charities, or small businesses. This not only helps you practice but also gives you real-world experience, a taste of working with clients, and the opportunity to build a client base and references for future opportunities.
Turn your creativity into a career and become an Illustrator!
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