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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 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
6_Career_and_subject_of_the_month_February.pptxCareer of the Month for April (Progress Careers):
Animal Welfare Officer
AVERAGE SALARY: £26,000
A very im-paw-tant role, also commonly referred to as an RSPCA inspector or animal welfare inspector. This month marks National Pet Month, a time to celebrate our furry friends. So, we’re exploring a career dedicated to protecting them every day: Animal welfare officer.
In this role, you’ll be on the frontline of animal protection – investigating reports of cruelty, responding to concerns about animal welfare, and helping rescue animals in need.
JOB DESCRIPTION
As an animal welfare officer, you could earn up to £38,000 a year. It’s a varied role that may require evening and weekend work when needed. No two days are the same in this job. One minute you might be advising pet owners on how to take the best care of their animals, and the next you could be investigating welfare concerns, writing reports, or even attending court if animals aren’t being properly looked after. You might also visit places like kennels or farms to carry out welfare inspections, head out to rescue animals in need, and help arrange vital medical treatment.
QUALIFICATIONS
To be an animal welfare officer, you’ll often need GCSEs as a starting point. You also need to be prepared for some hands-on, active work. This can include carrying heavy items like animal carriers or equipment weighing 30kg or more.
You’ll need to be fit and ready for action, stay calm under pressure, and have good problem-solving skills – after all, if you panic, the animals might too! A full UK driving licence is usually required too, so you can travel to different locations like farms, kennels, or homes to rescue and care for animals.
Additional qualifications in animal care are great to boost your overall knowledge of animal welfare, such as animal care courses.
What you can be doing now
Volunteering with animals is a brilliant way to build your skills and instincts, whether it’s helping out at a local animal shelter, rescue centre, or even walking dogs for a neighbour. You’ll get used to handling animals of all shapes and sizes, which is super important for the role. Fitness is key, too! This job can be physically demanding, so start getting your body ready for action. Going for long walks, swimming, or even helping with heavier tasks can give you a taste of the kind of strength and stamina you’ll need. Think of it as training to be an animal superhero! And don’t forget to learn as much as you can about animals and their care. Reading, attending workshops, or even shadowing someone in the field can give you a real insight into the day-to-day life of an animal welfare officer.
If you’re passionate about animals and want a career where you can be their voice and lend a helping paw, this could be the purr-fect role for you!
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