Career Opportunities

In KS3 it is really important students start to explore the kinds of Careers that they may like to work towards in the future. Developing an awareness and understanding of what options are available is really important. It is also important for students to think about the future of certain jobs and the nature of work in the future when they move into the workplace.

Students are encouraged to research careers using the following websites. Click the logos below to access the information on these websites:

What is also important for KS3 students is engaging in extra-curricular activity, which can provide opportunities for young people to explore possible interests in careers, but also develop skills for work so they can be successful in whatever path they choose. We have an extensive session 3 register which we would encourage you to look at and engage with if not already. Please visit the part of the site below:

https://walsallacademy.com/curriculum/extra-curricular-activities/

Careers Opportunities available to students in KS3 include:

Careers Exploration workshops:

Careers workshop using software Fast Tomato to help students explore their interests and the possible opportunities. They are then encouraged to consider how these are relevant to their options (February/March)

Subject visits and events:

We encourage any student to reflect on trips and visits thinking about what they saw and experienced and how this may have improved employability skills as well as knowledge and understanding about possible careers choices (all year round)

Careers Week Assemblies:

Assemblies this year will discuss relevant issues around careers including raising aspirations (w/c 25 February)

Writing skills for work with Future First:

These workshops will be designed to help students understand and practice the types of written communication that are common in the working environment and will help them in their future (timing to be confirmed)

At the end of Y8 students make some choices about what they are going to study for the Level 2 qualifications – BTEC/GCSEs. Some important considerations that young people need to make are: