Year 7
As a Year 7 student, you will be involved with a range of Careers Education, Information, and Guidance (CEIAG) over the duration of your school year. You will have regular Form time CEIAG activities to take part in and you will also have your very own ‘Everyone Succeeds’ day.
Y7 ‘Everyone Succeeds’ day is a whole day (off timetable) where you are involved in developing your understanding of the world of work through exciting ‘Dragon’s Den’ style activities. During the day, you will learn to develop an understanding of your own skills, as well as the world of business.
You will also have full access to all our CEIAG Resources:
- Assemblies from aspirational speakers, Career Connect and other external providers.
- Aspirations Day – a marketplace event where students and parents can collect information from a wide range of employers, colleges, universities and apprenticeship providers and speak with Career Connect Advisors.
- Careers Connect –Drop-ins (lunchtime every Tuesday).
- Unifrog, Careers Connect portal and other on-line websites.
- Advice from teachers – subject and key stage career notice boards
Year 8
As a Year 8 student, you will be involved with a range of Careers Education, Information, and Guidance (CEIAG) over the duration of your school year. You will have regular Form time CEIAG activities to take part in and you will also have your very own ‘Everyone Succeeds’ day.
Y8 ‘Everyone Succeeds’ day is focused around ‘Meeting the Professionals’ where you will be involved in hearing from a variety of real working professionals about their career journeys and experiences. With a high number of job sectors covered, you will be able to ask questions and engage in meaningful conversations with professionals in fields that interest you, as well as industries that you didn’t realise exist.
You will also have full access to all our CEIAG Resources:
- Assemblies from aspirational speakers, Career Connect and other external providers.
- Aspirations Day– a marketplace event where students and parents can collect information from a wide range of employers, colleges, universities and apprenticeship providers and speak with Career Connect Advisors.
- Careers Connect –Drop-ins (lunchtime every Tuesday).
- Unifrog, Careers Connect Portal and other on-line websites.
- Advice from teachers – subject and Key Stage career notice boards
Year 9
As a Year 9 student, you will be involved with a range of Careers Education, Information, and Guidance (CEIAG) over the duration of your school year. You will have regular Form time CEIAG activities to take part in and you will also have your very own Everyone Succeeds day.
During Y9, students are invited to spend a day experiencing life in our Sixth Form. This is a great opportunity to see what studying in Years 12 and 13 is like and to start thinking about your future. During the day, you will take part in a range of exciting activities designed to give you a real taste of Sixth Form life. These will include:
Taster Lessons – You will have the chance to try out different subjects such as A-levels and BTEC courses to see what interests you most.
Meet the Teachers – Speak with Sixth Form teachers and ask questions about courses, workload, and expectations.
Student Q&A Session – Meet current Year 12 and 13 students who will share their experiences and give advice.
Tour of Facilities – Explore the Sixth Form study areas, common rooms, and resources available to students.
Independent Study Activity – Experience what it’s like to manage your own learning during free periods.
Careers and Futures Talk – Learn about options after Sixth Form, including university, apprenticeships, and careers.
This day will help you understand the increased independence, responsibility, and opportunities that come with moving into Sixth Form.
You will also have full access to all our CEIAG Resources:
- Assemblies from aspirational speakers, Career Connect and other external providers.
- Careers Connect – individual or group Careers Guidance appointments (by request).
- Unifrog, Careers Connect Portal and other on-line websites.
- Advice from teachers – subject and key stage career notice boards
- Aspirations Day – a marketplace event where students and parents can collect information from a wide range of employers, colleges, universities and apprenticeship providers and speak with Career Connect Advisor
Year 10
As a Year 10 student, you will be involved with a range of Careers Education, Information, and Guidance (CEIAG) over the duration of your school year. You will have regular Form time CEIAG activities to take part in and you will also have your very own Everyone Succeeds day.
In Y10, you attend our upcoming Careers Fair, designed to help you explore your future options and make informed decisions about your next steps.
At the Careers Fair, you will have the opportunity to meet a wide range of employers, training providers, colleges, and universities. There will be interactive stalls and representatives available to answer your questions and offer valuable advice.
What You Will Gain from Attending:
Explore Career Options – Learn about different job sectors and the pathways needed to enter them.
Understand Education Choices – Find out about A-levels, BTECs, apprenticeships, and alternative routes after Year 11.
Speak to Professionals – Ask questions and gain real insights from people currently working in various industries.
Plan Your Future – Start thinking about your interests, strengths, and potential career goals.
Build Confidence – Develop communication skills by speaking to employers and asking questions.
This event is a fantastic opportunity to start preparing for your future and to gain motivation for your studies.
You will also have full access to all our CEIAG Resources:
- Assemblies from aspirational speakers, Career Connect and other external providers.
- Careers Connect – individual or group Careers Guidance appointments
- Unifrog, Careers Connect Portal and other on-line websites.
- Advice from teachers – subject and key stage career notice boards.
- Aspirations Day – a marketplace event where students and parents can collect information from a wide range of employers, colleges, universities and apprenticeship providers and speak with Career Connect Advisors.
Year 11
As a Year 11 student, you will be involved with a range of Careers Education, Information, and Guidance (CEIAG) over the duration of your school year. You will have regular Form time CEIAG activities to take part in and you will also have your very own Everyone Succeeds day.
During Y11, students are invited to spend a day experiencing life in our Sixth Form. This is a great opportunity to see what studying in Years 12 and 13 is like and to start thinking about your future. During the day, you will take part in a range of exciting activities designed to give you a real taste of Sixth Form life. These will include:
Taster Lessons – You will have the chance to try out different subjects such as A-levels and BTEC courses to see what interests you most.
Meet the Teachers – Speak with Sixth Form teachers and ask questions about courses, workload, and expectations.
Student Q&A Session – Meet current Year 12 and 13 students who will share their experiences and give advice.
Tour of Facilities – Explore the Sixth Form study areas, common rooms, and resources available to students.
Independent Study Activity – Experience what it’s like to manage your own learning during free periods.
Careers and Futures Talk – Learn about options after Sixth Form, including university, apprenticeships, and careers.
This day will help you understand the increased independence, responsibility, and opportunities that come with moving into Rainford Sixth Form.
You will also have full access to all our CEIAG Resources:
- Assemblies from aspirational speakers, Career Connect and other external providers.
- Careers Connect: individual or group Careers Guidance appointments.
- Unifrog, Careers Connect Portal and other on-line websites.
- Advice from teachers – subject and Key Stage career notice boards.
- Aspirations Day – a marketplace event where students and parents can collect information from a wide range of employers, colleges, universities and apprenticeship providers and speak with Career Connect Advisors.
Year 12/13
As a sixth form student, your Post 18 and career choices become even more important as your start Year 12. As such, you will receive a wide range of useful information during Form time, assemblies and Tutorials. Topics covered by internal and guest speakers include:
- University choices and application processes
- Higher and Degree level apprenticeships and application processes
- Gap year and student travel
- Student finance and budgeting
- Charity work and fundraising
You will also take part in a two-week work experience placement at the end of Year 12, to develop your understanding of the world of work and support your future choices.
‘Employability Days’ are also a key part of CEIAG throughout Year 12. Here, you will experience small group sessions with lots of different employers and employees in your field(s) of interest. You will also get the chance to visit a university, hear from apprenticeship providers and receive excellent support and guidance on your next steps.
Students will have access to a UCAS coordinator to support them through their Post 18 decisions or apprenticeship or UCAS applications and interviews.
The ‘Honours Programme’ is also in place to support our highest achievers with their Post-18 decisions around High Ranking and Oxbridge university choices. This programme includes half termly workshops focusing on researching choices, career pathways, scholarships and summer schools. Students also visit an additional High Ranking universities and have the opportunity to take part in the Oxbridge national conference, and attend a residential to both universities in the summer of Year 12. Links have also been made with representatives from universities to provide external workshops at key points of the year around applications and interviews, as well as bespoke support in collaboration with another local Sixth Form college to ensure students have a realistic interview preparation experience.
You will also have full access to all our CEIAG Resources:
- Careers Connect –Drop-ins (lunchtime every Tuesday) and individual or group appointments.
- Assemblies aspirational speakers, Career Connect and other external providers
- Employer engagement opportunities
- Unifrog, Careers Connect Portal and other on-line websites.
- Advice from teachers – subject and career notice boards.
- Careers Resources (in the study area) – Prospectuses and careers publications.
- Aspirations Day– a marketplace event where students and parents can collect information from a wide range of employers, colleges, universities and apprenticeship providers and speak with Career Connect Advisor