KS5 PHSCE

Y12 PSHCE – PREPAREDNESS FOR WORK

As we move forward in our academic journey for the Year 12 students, one essential topic that becomes increasingly important is preparedness for work. This half term the PSHCE lessons focused on the key aspects that are essential to help them stand out as well-rounded candidates in the future work environment.

For the past few weeks, the students had a valuable tip to take home every day as they discussed and crucial aspects they walked through the steps of preparation for the next stage of their life and discussed crucial aspects needed in readiness for the next milestone in their lives; the step into ‘The world of work’.

Preparedness for Work Tips :-

1. The Importance of a Strong Work Ethic

Tip: Develop a schedule for schoolwork, extracurriculars, and even personal projects. This will help you get used to balancing various responsibilities, which is essential for the workplace.

2. Setting Career Goals

Tip : Try to participate in extracurricular activities like clubs, volunteering, or even group projects to practise these skills in a real-world context.

3. Building Key Skills

Tip: Research companies or industries you are interested in. Look for insights into their work culture, dress code, and expectations from employees.

4. Understanding the Work Environment

Tip : Research companies or industries you are interested in. Look for insights into their work culture, dress code, and expectations from employees.

5. CV and Cover Letter Preparation

Tip: Use resources like your school’s career services or online templates to help create professional CVs and cover letters.

For all our students it is important to know that preparing for the workforce does not happen overnight, but by starting early, developing the right skills, and cultivating a professional attitude, you will be setting yourself up for success. Experiences in school, part-time work, and extracurricular activities can all contribute to the kind of employee employers want to hire.

Stay proactive, plan and embrace the learning process. The future is yours to shape!

By Laetitia Mkok

Y12 PSHCE

Year 13 PSHCE Lessons: Planning for Next Steps

This term, our Year 13 students have successfully completed a series of seven PSHCE lessons aimed at equipping them with essential skills and knowledge for their future paths, whether that be further education, employment, or career progression.

Key Learnings:

1. Application Processes and Skills: Students explored various pathways, including university, apprenticeships, and job applications, while identifying key skills such as communication and teamwork.
2. Setting SMART Targets: They learned how to set Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound targets to effectively guide their personal and professional goals.

Example of a SMART Goal:

Goal: Improve my maths grade.

Specific: I want to raise my maths grade from a C to a B.

Measurable: I will track my scores on quizzes and tests.

Achievable: I will study for at least 3 hours each week and attend extra tutoring sessions at school.

Relevant: Improving my maths grade will help me in my future studies in engineering.

Time-bound: I aim to achieve this by the end of the term.

1. Effective Revision Techniques: Students discussed and practised various revision methods, creating personalised revision plans to prepare for their upcoming examinations.
2. Options Post-16: They investigated different career pathways and reflected on their preferred options, benefiting from insights shared by guest speakers from various fields.
3. Application Processes: Students gained practical experience in crafting effective CVs and personal statements, and they participated in mock interviews to build their confidence.
4. Maximising Employability: They discussed the importance of maintaining a professional online presence and identified valuable opportunities for gaining real-world experience.
5. Rights, Responsibilities, and Work/Life Balance: Students examined labour laws and shared strategies for balancing work and study commitments effectively.

In a culminating pitch presentation, students synthesised their learning by presenting their personal plans, including SMART targets and action plans for their next steps. This initiative has empowered our students as they prepare to embark on their future journeys!

Miss Mang’oli