We fully recognise the importance of careers education, information, advice and guidance at Wilsthorpe School.  Research has shown the link between high-quality careers provision in schools and the earning potential of students.  Also, with the decline in the number of students working part-time nationally, there is a need to expose our students to the world of work and employers.  We aspire to ensure that all students are highly employable and be able to make informed choices, be enterprising and ambitious when deciding on their destinations, placing them in a position to make a positive contribution to the world we share.

It is usual for career plans to change as students learn more about different subjects, industries, and employers.  We are proud of our NEET figures which compare favourably to national benchmarks.

The Gatsby Benchmarks inform our careers programme, and we assess ourselves on how well we are meeting these benchmarks.   Whilst the students are in our care, they will:

●  have had meaningful encounters with a range of employers and educational providers
●  have had tailored support and advice from our qualified Careers Advisor
●  linked curriculum learning to career opportunities
●  have been provided with information about different career pathways, including apprenticeships, entry requirements and costs
●  have had personal careers advice from a qualified careers advisor
●  experienced a workplace visit

Sam Batley – Careers Lead samantha.batley@wilsthorpe.ttct.co.uk

Clare Hodgson – Careers Advisor  Clare.hodgson@wilsthorpe.ttct.co.uk

Charlotte Beardall – Careers Manager Charlotte.Beardall@ttct.co.uk

Richard Woolley – Enterprise Advisor

I’m Richard Woolley, I’m a Training and Compliance Manager at GXO logistics in Newark, working on the Currys contract.

“GXO is a world leader in providing cutting-edge logistics solutions for the world’s best companies”.

I’ve worked for the company for 28 years! I started as a warehouse colleague – picking and packing orders and driving forklift trucks. I worked my way up the ladder and secured a role within the management team. I’ve helped to manage warehouse operations for many of GXO’s customers  – Boots, Brakes, Go Outdoors, Ted Baker, and now Currys.

I am passionate about Health and Safety, Engagement, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging. I also love providing  support and guidance to students by sharing the story of my career journey and my experiences in both work and life.

I’ve made a career out of working in logistics and I would like others to do the same. Working in a warehouse environment is so much more than just picking and packing…The opportunities are endless –  Project management, Facilities, HR, Planning, Continuous Improvement and so much more.

I’ve worked with lots of local schools doing careers events, mock interviews, and assemblies, all with the aim of providing an insight into the world of logistics. It’s also about the work ethic, attitude and mindset young people need when applying for jobs, having interviews and planning their career journey.

I have been an Enterprise advisor at Wilsthorpe for a couple of years. A highlight of my year is supporting with their year 10 mock interviews. My son is a student at the school, and I live I Long Eaton, so I’m extra passionate about helping the students at Wilsthorpe Be the best they can be!

Please click here to view the Trust’s CEIAG Policy and here to view the careers advice from The Two Counties Trust 

Below is a useful guide designed for families to provide information regarding pathways and opportunities within different sectors of industry.

Do You Know Your Sectors Booklet

Post 16

Wilsthorpe Sixth Form is the number one choice for our own students and increasing numbers are joining us from other local schools. With our increasing variety of courses and dedicated teachers we are the obvious choice.

To follow certain vocational qualifications you may need to apply to another college. Click on the links to find out what’s on offer at colleges nearby.

●  Wilsthorpe 6th Form
●  Derby College
●  Bilborough College
●  Brackenhurst College
●  Confetti
●  Loughborough College
●  Nottingham College

Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance - your Entitlement

At Wilsthorpe we are committed to providing students with excellent careers education, information and guidance.

This means:
● Clear, impartial advice, information and guidance about ALL the options available so that you can understand what they involve.
● Support and guidance to help you make choices and complete a career plan for the future.
● Regular personal support and feedback on how well you are doing.
● Help to decide what to do next, including further learning, training and employment.
● A programme of careers education helping you to develop skills and knowledge to make choices and the transition to work and learning.
● The opportunity to be involved in making decisions about things that effect your learning.
● An opportunity to set out an individual learning plan.
● An opportunity to learn about the world of work.

Employment and Training.

You might decide that going into training or employment is the right option for you.

You might decide to –
●  Start work.
●  Start an apprenticeship.

Below are some relevant links that can help you with each option.
●  J.T.L
● Webs
● Juniper

Apprenticeships

What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a genuine job and under all circumstances, an apprentice will be employed from day one.

Apprenticeships combine practical training in a job with study.

An apprentice will:
● work alongside experienced staff
● gain job-specific skills
● earn a wage and get holiday pay
● be given time for study related to their role (the equivalent of one day a week)

A Parent’s guide to Apprenticeships can be found here

​You can find out more and search for apprenticeships using the following sites:
● Amazing Apprenticeships
● The Apprenticeship Guide
● Rolls-Royce

Our Programme of Study

The CEIAG programme of study forms part of our PSHE programme of study which can be found by clicking the link below:

Wilsthorpe PSHE Overview

If you are willing to contribute to this programme as a speaker, please contact Sam Batley , who is coordinating the programme, she can organise a conversation to discuss how it might work in more detail.

Her email is samantha.batley@wilsthorpe.ttct.co.uk