National Careers Week was held from 6 – 11 March 2023 and is a celebration of careers guidance and free resources in education across the UK.
We update this page regularly with new opportunities that might be of interest to students and parents/carers.
Here is a link to some fact sheets with Labour Market Information which you may find useful.
The information posted on this page are aimed at students and parents/carers in Years 7 – 11. There may be some that are also open to Sixth Form students but a more comprehensive listing for older students is also available on the Sixth Form Hub: Careers and Study Opportunities page.
Did you know that the Government offer a ‘find an apprenticeship’ service? Use their website to search and apply for Level 3 options within 15 miles of Newbury or a wider area.
Spotlight Talks
Spotlight Talks aim to inspire young people of all backgrounds to consider technical and vocational routes, highlighting the opportunities and career pathways available. You can access on-demand content from talks by the NHS, Fire Service, Science Council, GSK, Royal Navy, British Esports Association, Apprentices for Fire and Security and more. By joining in you have the opportunity to hear real careers stories from inspiring role models and find out more about different industries and potential career paths.
Adviza Careers Advice: Got a careers question?
Chat to one of our professional careers advisers online. Open during school term time, (except public holidays) Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. This is for students, parents and teachers of schools have the “Careers Guidance For You” service only. Please note: you will be asked to give your name/child’s name, school and year group so that we can check eligibility and provide you with this service. Click here for more information.
INVESTIN: Invitation for Parents: Success Beyond School
St Bart’s arrange a portfolio of careers events throughout the year as part of our Careers Education Programme. Events include our Interview Skills Day for Year 11, KS3 Careers Fair and Enrichment Talks as part of our Sixth Form programme. If you are an organisation or business who would like to inspire and support the next generation of employees please do get in touch by contacting our Career Lead, Mrs Seward – dseward@stbarts.co.uk
If you are a former student who would be happy to be part of the programme, and give your time to share your further education and career experiences since leaving school, please keep in touch by joining St Bart’s Alumni.
