Futures At EHS
Edgbaston High School for Girls believes that good Careers Education Information Advice and Guidance connects learning to the future.
Three Aims for the EHS Futures Programme
Our Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) programme motivates and prepares young people for the workplace by giving them a clear understanding of the world of work and the routes to future careers that they will find engaging and rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering inspirational, impartial, and high-quality advice and guidance to every student throughout their time at EHS. By helping students navigate their options and understand the pathways available, we ensure they are equipped to make informed decisions and aim high as they plan for a fulfilling future.
Our Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) programme motivates and prepares young people for the workplace by giving them a clear understanding of the world of work and the routes to future careers that they will find engaging and rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering inspirational, impartial, and high-quality advice and guidance to every student throughout their time at EHS. By helping students navigate their options and understand the pathways available, we ensure they are equipped to make informed decisions and aim high as they plan for a fulfilling future.
From Year 7-13, all students will have timetabled lessons in PSHEE and designated form time. The careers education learning journey for each year group incorporates six themes that are addressed through a spiral curriculum.
Grow Throughout Life
Grow throughout life by learning and reflecting on yourself, your background and your strengths.
Explore Possibilities
Explore the full range of possibilities open to you and learn about recruitment processes and the culture of difference workplaces.
Manage Your Career
Manage your career actively, make the most of opportunities and learn from setbacks.
Create Opportunites
Create opportunities by being proactive and building positive relationships with others.
Balance Life & Work
Balance your life as a worker and / or entrepreneur with your wellbeing, other interest and your involvement with your family and community.
See the Big Picture
See the big picture by paying attention to how the economy, politics and society connect with your own life and career.
Futures Education Learning Journey
Year 7
Reflect on who you are
Grow Throughout Life- Reflect on interests, strengths, and values
- Identify what motivates and excites you
- Understand your personality and preferred working style
Explore dream jobs
Explore Possibilties- Explore your passions and talents to find dream job alignment
Learn what we mean by 'career'
Manage Career- Understand your personality and preferred working style
- Explore your passions and talents to find dream job alignment
Find out what entrepreneurs do
Create Opportunties- Learn the key skills needed for entrepreneurship
Learn about work life balance
Balance Life & Work- Understand the importance of work-life balance
- Stay informed about changes in the world of work
Learn about careers and the future
See the Big Picture- Develop adaptability and resilience
- Commit to continuous learning and upskilling for future success
Year 8
Reflect on your interests
Grow Throughout Life- Reflect on personal interests to understand motivation and excitement
Explore CVs
Explore Possibilities- Explore CVs to learn how to present skills and experiences effectively
Learn about the workplace
Manage Your Career- Learn about workplace operations across different industries
Find out how to create the life you want
Create Opportunities- Set personal and professional goals
Define what success looks like
Balance Life & Work- Define what success looks like individually
Learn about Careers & Climate
See the Big Picture- Learn about careers that support a sustainable future and the impact of climate on work
Year 9
Reflect on your skills
Grow Throughout Life- Reflect on personal skills to understand strengths and career connections
Explore learning pathways after school
Explore Possibilities- Explore post-school learning pathways (college, apprenticeships, training)
Learn how to choose KS4/GCSE options
Manage Your Career- Participate in GCSE Options interviews with staff
Attend the annual GCSE Options evening
Find out how to take control of your career journey
Create Opportunities- Set career goals and make informed decisions for KS4 subject choices
Learn how to manage your money
Balance Life & Work- Learn money management to build financial independence and confidence
Learn about the labour market (LMI)
See the Big Pitcure- Understand the labour market, including job trends, opportunities, and in-demand skills
Year 10
Reflect on your career journey
Grow Throughout Life- Reflect on your career journey and identify next steps
Explore employer profiles
Explore Possibilities- Explore employer profiles to learn what different companies offer
Learn about different career types
Manage Your Career- Research various career types across industries and roles
Prepare for work experience
Create Opportunities- Prepare for work experience by developing relevant skills
Learn about workplace wellbeing
Balance Life & Work- Understand workplace expectations, including wellbeing and balance
- Learn how to stay healthy and balanced at work
Discuss: in person, hybrid and remote working
See the Big Picture- Discuss and understand in-person, hybrid, and remote working models
- Gain insight into how modern workplaces operate
Year 11
Reflect on your employability skills
Grow Throughout Life- Reflect on employability skills and readiness for the world of work
- Meet with a staff member to discuss: A Level choices, Post-18 options, Career aspirations and Work experience ideas
- Attend the Sixth Form “Subject Showcase” Open Evening to explore post-16 options
Explore pros and cons of post-16 pathways
Explore Possibilities- Explore pros and cons of post-16 pathways (college, apprenticeships, or work)
Learn how to choose a post-16 pathway
Manage Your Career- Choose a post-16 pathway that aligns with personal goals and interests
Research volunteering and paid work
Create Opportunities- Research volunteering and paid work to gain experience and build a CV
Compare apprenticeships and HE
Balance Life & Work- Compare apprenticeships and higher education (HE) options
Discuss: is AI a threat to our jobs?
See the Big Picture- Discuss the impact of AI and technology on the future of work
Year 12
Prepare for a careers 1:1
Grow Throughout Life- Explore the pros and cons of post-18 pathways (university, apprenticeships, or work)
Explore pros and cons of post-18 pathways
Explore Possibilities- Learn how to set clear and achievable career goals
Learn how to set career goals
Manage Your Career- Develop networking and enterprise skills to build connections and spot opportunities
Learn how to network and be enterprising
Create OpportunitiesLearn how to balance life, learning and work
Balance Life & Work- Learn how to balance life, learning, and work for long-term wellbeing
Discuss what makes a good employer
See the Big Picture- Discuss what makes a good employer (values, support, and workplace culture)
Year 13
Create a personal brand (CV and online)
Grow Throughout Life- Create a personal brand through your CV and online presence
Prepare for interviews
Explore Possibilities- Prepare for interviews by practicing questions and building confidence
Learn how to manage transitions
Manage Your Career- Learn how to manage key life transitions (e.g. starting a job, leaving education)
Prepare for employee assessment day
Create Opportunities- Prepare for employer assessment days by developing teamwork and problem-solving skills
Learn about self employment
Balance Life & Work- Explore self-employment as a potential career path
Discuss: the 4-day week
See the Big Picture- Discuss the 4-day work week and its impact on work-life balance and productivity
A one stop view of the programme
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There is a wide programme of regular lunchtime careers talks and workshops, which are available to all students. Lunchtime talks are presented by a wide range of speakers offering their professional expertise and experiences. Some talks are focussed on supporting career ready skills such as CV building and student finance.
All students take part in ‘World of Work Thursday’, which is a weekly form time activity that helps to broaden students’ career aspirations.
A biennial “Futures Fair” hosted by the school is an event which offers students insight and advice into a wide range of career paths and professions. This is also an opportunity to learn about competitive apprenticeship and school leaver programmes. Students also have the opportunity to attend UCAS Discovery Days and similar events that allows them to explore future educational and career paths by connecting with universities, colleges, employers, and apprenticeship providers. Attendees can attend expert talks, get personalized advice, discover a range of options, and ask questions to help them make informed decisions about their next steps.
Pupil voice plays a key role in evaluation of provision. This feedback helps tailor future events and year group specific talks. We also welcome parental feedback and we encourage discussion around future planning at home.
There is a wide programme of regular lunchtime careers talks and workshops, which are available to all students. Lunchtime talks are presented by a wide range of speakers offering their professional expertise and experiences. Some talks are focussed on supporting career ready skills such as CV building and student finance.
All students take part in ‘World of Work Thursday’, which is a weekly form time activity that helps to broaden students’ career aspirations.
A biennial “Futures Fair” hosted by the school is an event which offers students insight and advice into a wide range of career paths and professions. This is also an opportunity to learn about competitive apprenticeship and school leaver programmes. Students also have the opportunity to attend UCAS Discovery Days and similar events that allows them to explore future educational and career paths by connecting with universities, colleges, employers, and apprenticeship providers. Attendees can attend expert talks, get personalized advice, discover a range of options, and ask questions to help them make informed decisions about their next steps.
Pupil voice plays a key role in evaluation of provision. This feedback helps tailor future events and year group specific talks. We also welcome parental feedback and we encourage discussion around future planning at home.
Provider Access Statement
Edgbaston High School for Girls welcomes providers into school to talk with pupils of all ages about the opportunities and pathways available to them. This complies with the school’s legal obligations under Section 42B of the Education Act 1997.
Pupils in all years are entitled to find out about technical qualifications, apprenticeships, and to hear from a range of local providers about their opportunities, pathways and application procedures. Edgbaston High School provides a number of careers events throughout the year which providers can get involved with including assemblies, careers talks/ Supporting literature can also be displayed in the Learning Hub?
A provider wishing to request access should contact, Dr Rajp or Mrs A Coley via careers@edgbastonhighschool.co.uk
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