Wirral Grammar Boys

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Wirral Grammar Boys

WGSB Careers

(Last updated: 19/05/26)

THE EDUCATION AWARDS 2026 - WINNERS!

Innovation

We are absolutely delighted to announce that WGSB has won the Innovation Award 2026 at The Education Awards.

This prestigious award recognises outstanding contributions in transforming education through technology to enrich the lives of learners everywhere. It is a fantastic reflection of the incredible work taking place across our Personal Development provision and wider school community.

A special congratulations and thank you must go to our amazing Personal Development Team including:

⭐ Mrs Wilson for her outstanding leadership of Careers

⭐ Mrs Byrne for the exceptional opportunities provided through Student Enrichment

⭐ Mrs Smith for the fantastic work leading our student-led Peer Support Group and Minds Team.

Most importantly, none of this would be possible without our fantastic staff and students, whose positivity, ambition, leadership and commitment continue to make WGSB and WGS6 such a special place to learn and grow.

Thank you to our parents and community for their unwavering support!

This award is recognition of a school community that truly lives our values of discovering, thriving and belonging every single day.

EDUCATE AWARDS 2025 - WINNERS!

Careers and Enterprise

Our second time of winning this prestigious award!

We are absolutely delighted to announce that our school has won the Educate Awards 2025 for Careers and Enterprise!

This recognition is a fantastic endorsement of our comprehensive Careers programme and the dedicated support we provide to our students as they explore their futures. Thank you to everyone involved - staff, students, parents, employers and Higher Education institutions for helping us achieve this incredible milestone.

Here’s to continuing to inspire, empower and open doors for every young person we work with!

Photo credits: Educate Awards

Many thanks to all the staff who run departmental activities - working with employers and universities to bring Careers learning to life. Ex-students and parents contribute heavily to our programme by volunteering to inspire the next generation - we are very grateful to them. And all the staff who help behind the scenes on big events including IT, caretakers, the catering and admin teams… Thank you!

GRAMMAR SCHOOL HEADS ASSOCIATION INNOVATION AWARD 2024 - WINNERS!

Earlier this year, the school was invited to nominate staff for innovative work in three categories:

• Teaching, learning and curriculum development

• Pastoral care and personal development

• Supporting the progress of disadvantaged students and aiding social mobility

Assistant Headteacher and Head of WGSB6 Mrs Ahern nominated Mrs Byrne, Mrs Wilson and Mrs Smith for their work on Student Enrichment, the Careers Education Programme and our MINDS group

It is particularly rewarding for the staff involved to be recognised nationally as a stand-out example of innovation within grammar schools.

STEM Club Quality Mark 2023 - GOLD!

This award recognises the exceptional provision offered by our school. The STEM Club Quality Mark provides a framework for success assisting schools to identify and recognise high calibre extra-curricular provision

We provided evidence for several criteria across 5 main strands demonstrating our commitment to the club:

•Leadership and organisation

•Educators and resources

•Students and learning

•Working with others

•Evidence of impact

The SCQM endorses the embedding of careers awareness, enhanced STEM subject learning and promotes best practice and transferable skills amongst club leaders and young people

OFSTED 2022 - OUTSTANDING!

Personal Development (including Careers)

Pupils in Years 7 to 13 access a thorough careers programme. They enjoy regular visits from employers. Alumni regularly visit the school to share their careers experiences with pupils and students. Year 10 pupils and Year 12 students value their work experience opportunities. As a result, they are well prepared for life beyond school.

EDUCATE AWARDS 2022 - WINNERS!

Careers and Enterprise

It was an absolute honour to receive this award on behalf of WGSB. To be recognised as the top school in the North West for our Careers Education provision is an outstanding achievement.

A true team effort from all members of staff who help students develop their employability skills in both lessons and extra-curricular activities, the opportunites our students are exposed to through trips, enrichment, charity events and visiting speakers is second to none.

It is not just about educating students regarding ‘jobs’ that are out there but also preparing them for the challenges of their future ventures through all these fantastic experiences. We are thrilled that this has been acknowledged by an esteemed panel of judges.

The awards ceremony was a stunning red carpet event held at the Anglican Cathedral in Liverpool. We were welcomed by a samba band and champagne reception followed by a sumptuous 3 course meal and entertainment leading into the awards ceremony hosted by local DJ Simon Ross.

Congratulations to our Careers Team who have been shortlisted for the Careers and Enterprise Award by Educate Magazine North West. A great achievement and a reflection on the quality of guidance provided to everyone here at WGSB.

The awards ceremony will be held at the Anglican Cathedral, Liverpool in November 2022

GOLD STANDARD CAREERS EDUCATION!!

We are proud to announce that WGSB have achieved Gold Standard from National Careers Week for our Careers Ambassadors programme. Please click the button to find out more!

WGSB Careers Ambassadors

Our Careers Vision

Through our Careers Education programme we encourage our students to develop their skills, have the confidence to succeed and make informed decisions about the future

Take a look at our Careers Video which showcases some of the fantastic opportunities that our students have access to

We have a dedicated team ready to help and support our students throughout their 'Career Journey'

Wirral Grammar School for Boys are proud of the partnerships we hold with several employers and universities to help enrich our students experiences of the world of work and access to Further and Higher Education

We hope you find the information that you require within these pages, but students and parents are welcome contact members of the Careers Team anytime if you require further assistance

The Careers Team

Please do not hesitate to contact any member of the team using the 'Contact' button at the bottom of this page, through or social media channels or calling school on 0151 644 0908

Staffing

Governor link: Mrs P. Reilly

SLT link: Mrs L. Ahern - Assistant HT: Head of Sixth Form

Careers and Progression Manager: Mrs S. Wilson

Head of Personal Development Faculty: Mr J, Hughes

Work Experience Coordinator: Mrs K. Byrne

Student Enrichment Lead: Mrs K. Byrne

Head of PSHE: Mrs E. Nicholls

Alumni Development Officer: Mrs R. Hodkinson

WGSB6 Administration: Mrs I. Hall

Careers and Skills Officer: Ms. Philipa Dickinson (LCR Careers Hub)

Enterprise Adviser: Ms J. Detheridge (igHR)

Student Careers Ambassadors

Y8: Archie Brookes / Mikayeel Choudhury / Jaxx Copley / Theo Jones / Smit Koli / Rory Brinkhurst

Y9: Lucas Quarry-Ellis / Oliver Davies / Hashim Burhan / Will Farrell

Y10: Henry Thompson / Jack Courtney / Alasdair McArdle / James Boulton

Y11: Brian Sandasiri / Jack Kelly

Y12: Peter Terry

Sixth Form Senior Careers Prefect Y13: George Thomas

Careers Ambassadors

Careers Calendar

Y11 1:1 Careers Interviews ongoing

Y13 1:1 UCAS Application Support / 1:1 Apprenticeship Application Support ongoing

Y13 Mock Interviews: October

National Green Careers Week: November (including Y7/8/9 Challenges)

National Apprenticeship Week: February

National Careers Week: March (including biannual Careers Fair)

Y7 Careers Day: March

Y10 Mock Interviews: May

Y10/12 Work Experience: June

Y12 Next Steps Your Future / Post-18 Applications Launch: June

All Years Further and Higher Education / technical pathways outreach events ongoing

All Years Ad hoc employer engagement and PAL activities (Meet the Professionals and Apprentices) workshops ongoing

All Years Visits to workplaces and Higher Education institutions ongoing

Careers Clubs

We offer a number of bespoke careers support groups throughout the year including Oxbridge, Medics, Law and Apprenticeships support. Please contact the following members of staff to register your interest:

Mr Webb/Miss Vaughan - Medics

Ms Sibeon/Mrs Williams - Oxbridge

Law - Mr Hinde

Apprenticeships - Mrs Wilson

All Years Careers Support: Drop In to Mrs Wilson

Y7-9 First Hand Careers Club: Peer led club showcasing different careers every term