Careers – Student Information
This section is for you, the students at the school, to have access to useful websites and information about major careers related events at the school.
Key staff:
Careers Leader:
Mr Longhurst, Assistant Headteacher
martyn.longhurst@csschool.co.uk
01694 722209
Careers Coordinator:
Mr Wright
philip.wright@csschool.co.uk
01694 722209
Careers Advisor:
Mr Austin
For more information, see the careers noticeboards (by Mr Longhurst’s office) or speak to Mr Wright directly. He can be found in W1 (student support), or you could ask your tutor to contact him so that he can arrange to see you. Alternatively, you can email him with any careers related issues at philip.wright@csschool.co.uk
Useful Websites
Start Profile – the website the school use for Careers investigation and logging of careers activities. Each student has a profile. Parents can also log in as a guest.
Skillsbuilder – an education company working with the school to help students develop the 8 essential skills for work. Recognised by the Careers and Enterprise Company and major employers.
National Careers Service. A national government Careers Information, Advice and Guidance platform which, like Start helps with careers investigation. Personality profiles and really good links to professional and trade bodies for more information.
Find An Apprenticeship. A national government service helping Yr11 students (and ages above) search for apprenticeship opportunities in the local area and beyond. Applications forms can also be completed through this platforms as well.
Reed.co.uk. An independent private company. A search engine for apprenticeship opportunities nationwide
UCAS. The University and College Admissions Service. This service helps students apply to University. Though our students are a few off from needing this, UCAS will show what A levels and other qualifications are needed to apply for various degree course. There are also useful information about gap years and degree level apprenticeships.
Medical Schools Council. The professional bodies for medical schools across the UK. Details the process to enter medicine specifically becoming a doctor, the requirements at post 16 and additional testing and work experience needed for the profession.