Careers

The careers information we provide  is to help both parents and students make fully informed choices at key stages. There are a growing number of alternative and changing progression routes for students to negotiate to achieve the best outcomes for themselves. It is also important to understand the changing labour market and the impact this may have on career choices. Here we hope to provide up to date information and links to aid this process. Further information about what our careers provision at each Key Stage looks like can be found in our Careers and Work Related Learning Policy in the 'policies' section of the website.  

Our Careers adviser is Ms N Ijeh 
Email: NIjeh@graveney.wandsworth.sch.uk  Tel:  0208 682 7000

Careers Links

• National Careers Service
  Providing information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
• Ask About Apprenticeships, Parents Pack An informative guide to developments in apprenticeships, including Higher and Degree level opportunities. A link to the most recent Parent Pack can be found in the documents listed at the bottom of this page. 
• 2023 Apprenticeships Guide The website includes a Search for apprenticeships by favourite subject, skill, industry sector or potential salary. 
• Success At School.org  2022/23 Parents' guides to University, Apprenticeships and STEM are "designed to help parents support their children in making informed decisions about their future and developing skills to help them succeed."
• CareerMag for parents  You will find key information about the UCAS application process, apprenticeship application process, explains some common myths about apprenticeships, and much more.
• The Parent Perspective "The Parent Perspective” is an exciting podcast series for parents and carers. Each episode Rachel speaks to a diverse mix of parents, bringing their burning questions to expert speakers from the careers world."
• Parental Guidance.org.uk Useful careers related information for parents.
• Amazing Apprenticeships - Traineeships, T Levels, and the RAF!
  Check out some great new resources including videos and information on traineeships,  and a What are T Levels film . Also, hear from the RAF about different roles with inspirational women giving a fantastic insight into everything from Intelligence analysts to Dog Handling!
  

 

Degree Level Apprenticeships

Degree level apprenticeships are growing fast across a broad range of professional careers sectors. University maybe your preferred route for your son or daughter but it’s certainly worth checking out the great opportunities coming through degree apprenticeships. Student debt after a 3 year degree can be around £40k. They have to be earning above £25k a year before they start paying and any remaining debt after 30 years is written off.  There is no debt through Degree Apprenticeships, with 5 years to complete a degree through an apprenticeship compared with 3 years for a degree at a University.For further information go to www.apprenticeships.gov.uk or e-mail
Noel Tierney, Careers Advisor, Graveney at : ntierney@graveney.wandsworth.sch.uk

Sixth Form Free free career information, inspiration and advice

Resources from Aspire to help Sixth Form students make more informed choices about their future, showcasing the wide range of university, career and further education options available. With in-depth advice on different career sectors, their average earning potential and what qualifications are needed for these roles.

The Aspire Guide -a 64-page guide providing in-depth information on different career pathways, university, apprenticeships, further education, gap years and more.

The Aspire Webinar Series -  a programme of free-to-attend webinars on topics ranging from “How to Write a Great Personal Statement” to “Choosing the Right University for You”.

The Career Video Library - a video library of professionals working across different sectors speaking about their experiences.

Careers information for Students and Parents

Graveney Careers and Work Related Learning Policy

Graveney's Higher Education and Next Steps Convention takes place in the summer term. This special event is designed to allow students to find out about opportunities and experiences, and to gain the necessary information to begin planning a UCAS or College application or a route to apprenticeship, employment/training. 

The Next Steps Day Guide 2024, below, shows the wide range of speakers and seminars available on the day, including keynote speeches on choosing courses; student finance; writing a personal statement and competitive universities.

• Next Steps Day Brochure 2024