Careers
Your Learner Journey
At John Leggott College, we are committed to providing a comprehensive and inclusive Careers Education, Information, Advice, and Guidance (CEIAG) Programme, aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks and the Careers Development Institute (CDI) framework. Our programme is designed to support all students in achieving their full potential, helping them make informed decisions about their future education and career paths. We work closely with employers, higher education providers, parents, and guardians to provide opportunities that empower our learners for life beyond college.
Discover your future self
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Personalised Career Guidance: Every student will have access to one-to-one careers support with a Level 6 qualified Careers Development Professional.
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Dedicated Careers Support: Our Careers Leadership team, including Progress Tutors and Aspire Programme leaders, will support students in planning and achieving their career goals, with a focus on employability skills, work experience, and apprenticeship opportunities.
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Workplace Experiences: We offer opportunities for all students to engage in meaningful work experience placements that align with their career aspirations.
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Industry Engagement: Students will interact with local and national employers through guest lectures, careers fairs, employer panels, and networking events to gain insight into a range of industries and professions.
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Higher Education Support: Comprehensive guidance is provided on university applications, including tailored support for Early Entry UCAS applicants through our Aspirer Programme. Students will participate in university visits, application workshops, and interview preparation sessions.
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Apprenticeships and Alternative Pathways: In addition to higher education, we offer advice and guidance on apprenticeships, gap years, and other post-16 and post-18 pathways, ensuring that students explore all available options.
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Skills for Success: Through the "Upskill" Programme, students will develop transferable skills that are highly sought after by both employers and higher education institutions. This programme focuses on areas such as leadership, communication, critical thinking, and teamwork.
The Baker
Clause
The Baker Clause was introduced in January 2018 as an amendment to the Technical and Further Education Act 2017. The Baker Clause stipulates that schools must allow colleges and training providers access to every student in years 8-13 to discuss non-academic routes that are available to them. It is expected that doing so will help address the UK’s productivity challenges and address skills shortages experienced across several sectors of the economy.
The Gatsby
Benchmarks
A stable careers programme
Learning from careers and labour market information
Addressing the needs of each student
Linking curriculum learning to careers
Encounters with Employers and employees
Experiences of workplaces
Encounters with further and higher education
Personal Guidance
We constantly review and enhance our Careers Programme through feedback from students, parents, and external stakeholders. Our commitment to continuous improvement ensures that the programme remains relevant, dynamic, and impactful. If you would like to find out more about the current careers programme, please contact Samantha McGowan the Careers Lead - careers@leggott.ac.uk
JLC Careers
Programme
Parental/
Guardian
Engagement
We believe in involving parents and guardians in our students' careers journeys. Events such as parent information evenings and employer engagement events are held to provide insight into the pathways available to their children and how they can best support them.
Key programme events
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Annual Careers & Progression Fair (October 2024): A key event where students can meet and network with a wide variety of employers, apprenticeship providers, and universities.
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HE & Apprenticeship Application Workshops (Throughout the Year): Regular workshops focusing on personal statements, CV writing, and interview skills.
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Employer Engagement Activities (Termly): Sessions involving guest speakers from various industries, including interactive Q&A opportunities to learn about different career sectors.
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Progression Planning Sessions (Termly): Career planning sessions delivered by Progress Tutors, ensuring students set and review their career goals, explore progression options, and prepare for life beyond college.
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Mock Interviews and Assessment Centres (Spring Term): Interactive sessions to help students prepare for university interviews, apprenticeship assessments, and job applications.