Careers & Work-related Learning
Our Careers Team
Karen Heppleston, Careers Leader, brings a wealth of careers-related experience to the main school and our Sixth Form to support you with making informed choices about your future.
Get in touch
e: careers@bournside.gloucs.sch.uk
t: 01242 235555
Careers guidance
We are available to support you with advice and guidance in the lead up to and upon receiving your results. If you are unsure of your next steps and would like to make an appointment with us, please email careers@bournside.gloucs.sch.uk. We will also be in school during results week.
Careers newsletter
We produce a weekly Careers Newsletter to keep parents and students up-to-date with the latest careers information and guidance. You can view the latest newsletter here.
Our aim
We aim to introduce you to all of the possibilities and options available to you beyond Bournside. Our goal is to build your knowledge and confidence so you can make informed choices about your future. We believe a strong programme of Careers Education, Information, Advice, and Guidance (CEIAG) and Work-Related Learning (WRL) is important and it:
- prepares you for the opportunities, responsibilities, and experiences of life
- supports you to achieve your full potential
- empowers you to plan and manage your own future
- provides comprehensive information on all of your options
- raises aspirations
- promotes equality, diversity, social mobility, and challenges stereotypes
- supports you to sustain employability and achieve personal and economic wellbeing.
How do we do this?
- We run a programme of career activities through Years 7-13, with the aim of building your knowledge and understanding of the opportunities available, whether in further education or a work-based training programme.
- We apply the Gatsby Benchmarks in all that we do within Careers at Cheltenham Bournside School.
- All teachers apply the skills and knowledge for their area, linking curriculum learning with careers. STEM subject teachers highlight the relevance of STEM subjects for a wide range of future career paths, and all subject teachers emphasise the importance of succeeding in English and Maths.
- We recognise the importance of you understanding the work environment and the expectations of you as future trainees, students, and employees. We therefore focus on ensuring you recognise the culture, behaviours, and skills sought by employers and universities/colleges to give you the best start at being an effective contributor and fulfilling your potential.
- We are committed to maximising the benefits for all students using a whole school approach which involves Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) from qualified Advisors and support from school staff. We also work with employers and other local agencies to support you into your next steps.
- We recognise our statutory duties (adhering to the latest Statutory Guidance) and ensure that all students have equity of access to impartial careers advice and guidance.
- We aim to prepare you for greater independence and self-reliance by providing support for managing your time, finances, and wellbeing.
- We recognise that effective careers guidance contributes to raising aspirations, improving motivation, and overcoming barriers to success.
Careers and Provider Access Policy
School resources
Unifrog
University, Apprenticeships, MOOCs, Competencies, CVs, Personal Statements, Activities
eCLIPS
A comprehensive guide to different careers
Xello
Careers and Work-related Learning Resource Companion
Researching your future
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Job sectors
It is important that your study programme is right for you so that you leave Sixth Form with the qualifications, knowledge, skills and personal qualities you need to enjoy a successful future. Use the Job Sectors below to search for jobs, qualifications, and Labour Market Information (LMI).