Careers

Careers Vision and CEIAG Aims

At The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy, our Careers Education, Information, Advice, and Guidance (CEIAG) programme plays a vital role in preparing our students for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of life. This programme aligns with our Academy Improvement Plan and is underpinned by our core TALA values: Teamwork, Aspirations, Leadership, and Accountability.

We are committed to delivering the best opportunities for our students to achieve their career goals, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our CEIAG programme provides a structured and engaging programme of careers education throughout each student's school journey, with targeted support at key transition points. This is achieved through collaboration with parents, carers, employers, external CEIAG providers, and local organisations, ensuring every student has access to impartial information and expert advice.

By embedding TALA values in our careers provision, we aim to:

  • Teamwork: Foster collaboration between students, staff, families, and external partners to support every student's career journey.
  • Aspirations: Raise students' ambitions and encourage them to envision and pursue their goals without limits.
  • Leadership and Accountability: Empower students to take ownership of their futures, developing the confidence and skills needed for personal and professional growth.

Our CEIAG programme supports students in successfully transitioning to the next stages of their lives by:

  • Empowering them to plan and manage their own futures.
  • Providing comprehensive and impartial information on all pathways and options.
  • Promoting equality, diversity, social mobility, and challenging stereotypes.
  • Enabling them to sustain employability and achieve personal and economic well-being.

Together, through teamwork, aspirations, leadership, and accountability, we ensure that every student at The Archbishop Lanfranc Academy is fully supported to reach their potential and achieve lifelong success.

Careers Team

Careers Lead

A Barlow - abarlow@lanfranc.org.uk

Careers Lead Assistant

M West-Allwood - mwest-allwood@lanfranc.org.uk

Independent Career Development Professional - Careers Advisor

P Roettig - proettig@lanfranc.org.uk

Careers Programme

Our comprehensive 5-year careers programme provides students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to make informed decisions about their future education, training, and career pathways. The programme is regularly reviewed and updated to stay relevant and responsive to the evolving world of work, ensuring it meets the needs of all students and remains subject to change.

Additionally, students have numerous opportunities to develop essential employability skills through activities such as:

Various 'Student Voice' and Leadership Opportunities

Prefects

Head Boy/Girl application process

Sports Leaders

Buddies

Language/Subject Ambassadors

Class/House Representatives

Academy Day Trips

Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme

Volunteering at School Events

Jack Petchey Speak Out Challenge

School Music and Drama Performances

These activities foster teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, helping students build a strong foundation for their future careers.

Careers Policy

Provider Access

Overview

Year 7

Tutor/PSHE Sessions

Term 1

Who Am I?

BHM - Celebrating Black excellence in your studies

Green Careers Week

Unifrog Quiz - Skills Profile

Explore Dream Jobs

BBC Bite size Careers - Curriculum Based

PSHE AUT 2 - Developing skills and aspirations

Term 2

National Careers Week

Revisit LMI

What is a career?

Unifrog Quiz - Interest Profile

Unifrog Quiz - Personality Profile

LMI overview with links to local provision

Term 3

What entrepreneurs do?

Work-life balance

Unifrog - Library Treasure Hunt

Careers and the future

Unifrog - Subject library treasure Hunt

PSHE SUM 2 - Financial decision making

Communication challenge: Listening

to be delivered across the first half term

Communication challenge: Speaking

to be delivered across the second half term

Events

Term 1

First Aid Course Enrichment Activity

Delivered by Paramedics

Jamie's Farm Trip

Term 2

TALA Careers Fair

Careers week activities

First Aid Course Enrichment Activity

Delivered by Paramedics

TALA Science Fair

Term 3

First Aid Course Enrichment Activity

Delivered by Paramedics

Year 8

Tutor/PSHE Sessions

Term 1

Reflect on your interests

BHM - Celebrating Black excellence in your studies

Green Careers Week

Explore your CV's

Unifrog Quiz - Skills Profile

PSHE AUT 2 - Community and careers

Term 2

Learn about the workplace

Unifrog - Library Treasure Hunt

National Careers Week

How to create the life you want

LMI overview with links to local provision

Term 3

Define what success looks like

Unifrog - Interest Profile

Unifrog - Subject Library hunt

Learn about careers and the climate

Unifrog Quiz - Personality Profile

Unifrog Quiz - Using the Environment's Profile

Challenges and rewards of work

Events

Term 1

Academy Day - DIG DATA

Christmas Light Challenge Workshop

Jamie's Farm Trip

Term 2

TALA Careers Fair

Careers Week activities

TALA Science Fair

Term 3

Higher education provider trip/workshop

Speakers for Schools Visit

Year 9

Tutor/PSHE Sessions

Term 1

Reflect on your skills

Explore learning pathways afterschool

BHM - Celebrating Black excellence in your studies

Green Careers Week

Take control of your careers journey

What comes after school the learning pathways

PSHE AUT 2 - Setting goals

Term 2

Unifrog - Careers sectors Library Treasure Hunt

Unifrog Quiz - Taking Skills Profile

Unifrog Quiz - Interests Profile

Learn how to choose KS4 Options

Careers in the Curriculum - English - Being a Social Worker

Term 3

Learn how to manage your money

Careers in the Curriculum - Maths - Analyst

LMI overview with links to local provision

Careers in the Curriculum - Science - Automotive Engineer

Events

Term 1

Academy Day - DIG DATA

Christmas Light Challenge Workshop

Talent Foundry Barclays Life Skills Workshop

1-2-1 Careers Advice

Term 2

1-2-1 Careers Advice

TALA Careers Fair

Careers Week activities

Options 1-2-1 with SLT/Tutor Team

Term 3

Further education provider trip/workshop

Speakers for Schools Visit

Year 10

Tutor/PSHE Sessions

Term 1

Reflect on your Career Journey

Explore Learning pathways afterschool

BHM - Celebrating Black excellence in your studies

Green Careers Week

Explore Employer Profiles

PSHE AUT 2 - Financial decision making

Term 2

Reflect on your Career Journey

Explore Learning pathways afterschool

BHM - Celebrating Black excellence in your studies

Green Careers Week

Explore Employer Profiles

PSHE AUT 2 - Financial decision making

Term 3

Prepare for Work experience

Discuss: in person, hybrid & remote working

PSHE SUM 2 - Employability skills

PSHE SUM 2 - Work experience Preparation & Evaluation

PSHE SUM 2 - Budgeting & CV writing during Enrichment sessions

Events

Term 1

Budgeting & CV writing during Enrichment sessions

Academy Day

Talent Foundry - RISE/ Post 16 Destination session

Assembly Work Experience

Jack Petchey Speak Out Workshop

Term 2

Budgeting & CV writing during Enrichment sessions

TALA Careers fair

Careers week activities

Academy Day

Talent Foundry - RISE/ Post 16 Destination session

TALA Science Fair

Term 3

Work Experience

Mock Exams

Year 10 to 11 Transition Evening

1-2-1 Careers Advice

Year 11

Tutor/PSHE Sessions

Term 1

Preparing for personal guidance

Explore Pros & Cons of Post-16 Pathways

Are A Levels right for me?

Is a traineeship right for me?

Are BTECs right for me?

Applications to post-16

Post 16 interview preparation

PSHE AUT 2 - Building for the future & Next steps

Term 2

National Careers Week

Is a UK apprenticeship right for me?

Is a T level right for me?

Reflect on your employability Skills

Research volunteering and paid work

Compare apprenticeships and HE

Discuss: is AI a threat to our jobs?

Preparing for Interview

Term 3

Barclays wellbeing toolkit

Barclays problem solving

Barclays transferable skills activity

Barclays listening and speaking

Barclays staying positive

Events

Term 1

Mock Exams

1-2-1 Careers Advise

Providers From Post 16

Assemblies & Visits

The London School & College Leavers Festival 2025

Term 2

TALA Careers fair

Careers week activities

Mock Exams

1-2-1 Careers Advice

Term 3

GCSE Exams

1-2-1 Careers advice available on results Day

Careers Information

For Students

Here you can research various post-16 and post-18 pathways, find out more information about a variety of careers, and track your skills and academic engagement. There are numerous informative webinars which run throughout the year so it is worth checking back frequently.

Here are some other links which you may find useful:

Careers Research

University Research

Apprenticeships

Post-16 Education

Work Experience

For further subject-specific content, please reach out to one of our departmental team leaders. Please direct all general enquiries to Mrs H Budd, Head of Careers.

For Parents/Carers

Here are some excellent resources to help you support your child in exploring careers and planning their future:

Careermag for Parents/Carers

This helpful e-magazine connects parents and carers with up-to-date labour market information to guide career discussions at home. The latest issue includes:

  • Questions to help your child consider their next steps.
  • The importance of work experience.
  • Insights into in-demand jobs, apprenticeships, university options, and T Levels.

Subscribe for free here: Careermag for Parents/Carers

Career Pilot

An interactive website that helps young people explore jobs and careers in the labour market. Children can research:

  • Job roles, annual salaries, and working hours.
  • Employment growth rates and routes into specific careers.

Explore here: Career Pilot Job Sectors

'The Parent Perspective' Podcast

This engaging podcast series supports parents and carers with careers advice. It features:

  • Current career opportunities and industry insights.
  • Inspiring stories from diverse role models.
  • Updates on the evolving world of work.

Podcast Series: Amazing apprenticeships

Apprenticeships.gov Parents and Carers' Pack

These monthly packs provide tailored advice to help parents guide young people in making informed career choices. The April edition highlights:

  • Insights from National Apprenticeship Week 2023.
  • What life is like as an apprentice.
  • Career starter apprenticeship opportunities.

Access the packs here: Parents and Carers' Pack

Success at School Parent Guides

These guides help parents support their children in making informed decisions and building key skills for the future. Topics include:

  • The future of work (2020-2030) and job opportunities for young people.
  • Applying to university (UCAS) and key dates.
  • Supporting your child through their GCSEs.

Find the guides here: Success at School Parent Guides

Each of these resources is designed to provide valuable insights and guidance, ensuring you can confidently support your child in their career journey.

For Industry Professionals

The success of our CEAIG provision relies on our network of professional contacts. We offer the following opportunities with the aim of increasing our student's awareness of career pathways, building transferrable skills for the workplace and offering practical placements:

  • Annual Careers Fair
  • Information seminars focused on a particular professional field
  • Skills workshops
  • Interview practice
  • Student Mentoring
  • Student Work Experience placement opportunities

If you would like to support our Careers Education provision, please contact Mrs H Budd, Head of Careers hbudd@lanfranc.org.uk or Mr A Barlow, SLT Careers Lead abarlow@lanfranc.org.uk

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