Careers News
Careers Advisor - Apprenticeship Talk
Our Level 6 Careers Adviser, Kerry Hetherington delivers an engaging and informative session to a group of Year 10 students preparing to make their post-16 choices. Drawing on their professional qualifications and up-to-date labour market knowledge, the adviser explains the full range of pathways available after GCSEs, including A-levels, T Levels, apprenticeships, vocational courses, and employment with training.
They outline how students’ interests, strengths, and predicted grades can link to future career opportunities, emphasising the importance of informed decision-making. The adviser also highlights local education providers, entry requirements, and progression routes to university, higher apprenticeships, or skilled employment. Throughout the session, Kerry encouraged students to ask questions, reflect on their ambitions, and make use of one-to-one guidance interviews to develop personalised action plans.
Hugh Baird - Construction Courses Visit
Year 11 students recently visited Hugh Baird College for an inspiring and informative trip focused on careers in construction. The visit gave students a first-hand look at the college’s specialist facilities and workshops, where they explored practical courses such as bricklaying, carpentry, joinery, plumbing, and electrical installation.
College tutors spoke to students about the different qualifications available, including Level 1, Level 2, and Level 3 vocational courses, as well as T Levels in construction-related subjects. A key part of the visit highlighted apprenticeship pathways, explaining how students can earn while they learn, gain industry-recognised qualifications, and build valuable on-site experience with local employers.
Students had the opportunity to see live demonstrations, ask questions about entry requirements, and learn about progression routes into employment or higher-level study. The trip provided a clear insight into the wide range of opportunities available within the construction industry and helped students consider their next steps after Year 11.
Southport College Careers Fair
Year 10 and 11 students recently attended a lively and inspiring Careers Fair at Southport College, where they had the opportunity to explore a wide range of future pathways. Throughout the day, students spoke directly with representatives from local and national employers, training providers, and universities, gaining valuable insight into different industries and educational routes.
Exhibitors included organisations such as National Health Service, the British Army, and Rolls-Royce, alongside colleges and universities such as the University of Birmingham. Students were able to ask questions about qualifications, apprenticeships, career progression, and day-to-day working life, helping them better understand the skills and experience needed in different fields.
The trip encouraged students to think seriously about their GCSE choices, post-16 options, and long-term ambitions. By engaging with professionals and educators face-to-face, students left feeling more informed, motivated, and confident about planning their next steps.
Trip to Jodrell Bank
Students had an immersive tour through the building blocks of the universe in 'We Are Stars', before exploring interactive spaces across the whole site. Then, return to Earth for a Telescope Talk to learn why the Lovell Telescope is here and what it does.
Students also listened to a talk from a Civil Engineer about her role in highways, and other roles within civil engineering and the various pathways you can take.
A great day out experiencing careers that Students may never have experienced before!
Emplyment Street
What a fantastic careers event we hosted at our school on Thu 16th May. Our partners from 'Inspire Train Grow', organised 'Employment Street' were our students got to meet employers and training providers from a host of varied job sectors. From energy providers to tree surgeons, our students got a real taste of the working envorionment and what is needed to take some considered steps down 'Employment Street'.
Worktree Employee Encounter
Our Year 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11 had an exciting opportunity to meet with employees from various workplace environments, to talk about pathways into the world of work. They met with entrepreneurs, business owners and apprentices from industries such as leisure and tourism, construction and gaming. The online platform allowed our students and staff to ask lots of relevant questions. These encounters are vital in giving our students the information for a world of work that awaits!
Sovini Housing Assembly & Visit
A big thank you to Sovini Housing for coming into school and delivering an assembly on the apprenticeships they offer at Level 2 and Level 3. We talked about the workplace environment and the skills our students need to have in order to make themselves attractive to employers. Chloe, Caitlin and Will were fantastic with the students, who in turn were really engaged in the opportunities to work as an apprentice in the many career paths on show.
Volunteer It Yourself!
Our Year 10 Students took part in a fantastic community project called Volunteer It Yourself (VIY). The students gave 15 hours of volunteer time to up-cycle a disused container into a changing room for the Bootle Bucks FC inclusion team. The volunteer hours also helped the students gain a City & Guilds Level 1 qualification in the construction field.
Well done to the students who took part. You were an absolute credit to the school.
After the project was completed, some of the students had the opportunity to meet ex-Liverpool player, Jamie Carragher, who took time to ask them about the project.
A fantastic careers project!
