Careers

Careers Journey Poster

How we measure and assess the impact of the careers programme

The Roundhill Academy works closely with the Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership (LLEP) Careers Hub.  This is an external organisation that supports us to develop and strengthen our careers education strategy across the whole school.  TLGS is a member of the LLEP Careers Hub.

At The Roundhill Academy we use the 8 Gatsby Benchmarks and the Careers Development Institute framework as a foundation when planning our careers programme.  The effectiveness of our provision is reviewed by the LLEP and the Careers and Enterprise Company using the Compass Plus online evaluation tool.  This tool is used by schools and colleges in England to support the analysis and evaluation of careers activity against the eight benchmarks of best practice.  It ensures that the development of our careers strategy is ongoing.  We will benchmark our schools against the Gatsby Benchmarks once per term.

In line with the recommendations set out in Gatsby Benchmark 1, we plan to review the published information on an annual basis, inviting feedback from key audiences in our stakeholder evaluation group.

Why we evaluate

This careers programme is evaluated every year to assess its efficacy and areas for improvement.

How we evaluate –

Key stakeholders (students, parents, teachers and employers) provide feedback on their participation in activities via questionnaires, surveys and focus groups throughout the year.  We use the evidence collected to inform continuous improvement of the programme.

The school Careers Leader combines their own knowledge, evidence and information with that from the stakeholders and provides a short report with recommendations to SLT, towards the end of the summer term.

What we evaluate

Stakeholder Feedback – We review samples of stakeholder feedback collected using various methods after activities, events and experiences.
Implementation – We review what was actually delivered against the programme of planned activity and how well it went.
Impact – We measure key performance indicators linked directly to our vision and desired outcomes for our students.

How we assess Impact

Provider Access Policy – The Roundhill Academy

Written by – Sian Orrell
Creation date – February 2023
Next Review Date – February 2024

1. Introduction – This policy statement sets out the school’s arrangements for managing the access of providers to students at the school for the purpose of giving them information about the provider’s education or training offer. This complies with the school’s legal obligation under Section 42B of the Education Act 1997.
2. Student Entitlement – Students in years 7 – 11 are entitled:

• To find out about technical education qualifications and apprenticeship opportunities, as part of a careers programme which provides information on the full range of education and training options available at each transition point.
• To hear from a range of local providers about the opportunities they offer, including technical education and apprenticeships, through options evenings, assemblies, group discussions and taster events.
• To understand how to make applications for the full range of academic and technical courses.

3. Management of Provider Access Requests –
   Procedure: A provider wishing to request access should contact: Miss Lynda Bushell at lbushell@roundhill.bepschools.org.

Opportunities for access: A number of events, integrated into the school’s careers programme, will offer providers an opportunity to come into school (this could be virtually) to speak to students and/or their parents. See our Learning Journey for more information

Please speak to our Careers Leader to identify the most suitable opportunity for you.  The school policies on Safeguarding and visitors sets out the school’s approach to allowing providers into school as visitors to talk to our students.  Click here to access our Safeguarding Policy

4. Premises and facilities – The school will make the Main Hall, Sports Hall or classroom(s) available for discussions between the provider and student, as appropriate to the activity. The school will also make available projectors and other specialist equipment to support provider presentations. The use of Microsoft Teams can also be arranged if required.  This will all be discussed and agreed in advance of the visit with the Careers Leader.

Providers are welcome to leave a copy of their prospectus or other relevant course literature at the main reception or provide an electronic copy to be sent to students via the Careers Lead.

Our current Provider Access Policy can be viewed here.

The Roundhill Academy wants you to have a successful future!  To achieve this, you will take part in the activities listed in our careers programme below during your time with us.  Click on the images below (add learning journey) to see our full careers programme and your careers journey at The Roundhill Academy.   Further down the page you can also explore different job roles and the job market.

Explore different roles and the job market

Vacancies with employers committed to employing people who have additional needs and/or a disability	https://www.leicesteremploymenthub.co.uk/job-seekers/send/send-vacancies/
Watch videos about jobs	https://icould.com/   MYPATH – YouTube
Read about different jobs	https://guest.startprofile.com/world-of-work/explore/industries
Watch videos about key local industries	https://bit.ly/3B8RZjt
Take this quiz to find a suited job	https://www.ucas.com/careers/buzz-quiz
Help to prepare for the world of work	https://llep.org.uk/skills/information-resources-for-young-people/
Learn about job trends in the UK	http://www.lmiforall.org.uk/explore_lmi/
Download our LMI guide for young people	https://llep.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/10/ACCESSIBLE-LLEP-WOW-GUIDE-LEICS-LEICESTERSHIRE-21-22.pdf
Download our helpful qualifications chart	https://llep.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/01/LLEP_Pathways_Poster.pdf
Download your careers journey	Careers Journey

Find out about courses and pathways

How To get into different careers	https://www.how2become.com/
Apprenticeship information	https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/
Local Apprenticeships available	https://bit.ly/3GvYMES
Search for college courses	https://www.careerpilot.org.uk/courses/fe-courses
Search for University courses	https://www.ucas.com/
Local 6th Forms	https://bit.ly/3AY75Z2
University alternatives	https://www.notgoingtouni.co.uk/
Compare Universites	https://discoveruni.gov.uk/
Leading University Information	https://www.russellgroup.ac.uk/
Local Alternative Providers	https://bit.ly/3AYOufs
T levels	https://llep.org.uk/skills/information-resources-for-young-people/t-levels/
List of all qualifications and levels	https://www.gov.uk/what-different-qualification-levels-mean/list-of-qualification-levels
Enterprise	https://bit.ly/3GlGlCU

Local FE Colleges

This section of The Roundhill Academy website is aimed at helping parents and carers source information to help support young people in their future decisions.  Below you will find three helpful sections; information about education options, types of jobs and local opportunities.  Talking Futures provide free resources, activities, and practical guidance to help you support your child’s careers and education choices.

Information will be emailed periodically to parents and carers regarding local provider open days, virtual events and apprenticeship opportunities to name a few examples.

PARENT RESOURCES    https://www.talkingfutures.org.uk/

Education Options

There are a variety of educational routes available to students when they leave The Roundhill Academy. Click each button below to find out more.

Apprenticeship Information	https://www.apprenticeships.gov.uk/
T Levels	https://llep.org.uk/skills/information-resources-for-young-people/t-levels/
Local Alternative Providers	https://bit.ly/3AYOufs
Local 6th Forms	https://bit.ly/3AY75Z2
University	https://www.ucas.com/

Further Education Colleges

Types of jobs

Students who have a vision of where they want to be in the future may find it easier to plan their next steps more easily.  To help students and parents to get an idea of what types of jobs are out there we would suggest looking at a number of these websites:

	https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
	https://icould.com/
	https://www.careerpilot.org.uk/

Local Opportunities

With developments in technology there are now numerous jobs that did not exist 10 years ago.  It is important to keep up to date with what is happening locally, nationally, and internationally.  Regarding local opportunities, the Leicester and Leicestershire Enterprise Partnership (LLEP) are leading the way in a number of exciting developments with a range of sectors including space, low carbon, and digital.  Click the buttons below for more information.

Short video guide to the labour market	https://bit.ly/3uzYcE1
Watch our film about Low Carbon jobs and careers	https://bit.ly/3cRfWAO
Watch our film about Space jobs and careers	https://bit.ly/3xyoXqB
Watch our film about Digital and Creative jobs and careers	www.shorturl.at/oLO04
Watch our jobs and career videos from lots of other local industries	https://bit.ly/3oseMSn

Below you will find some useful posters and booklets to understand the different qualifications, our students’ career journey and other resources.

Download our helpful qualifications chart	https://llep.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/01/LLEP_Pathways_Poster.pdf
See how our students will receive careers education during their time with us	Link to career path
Download our Young Persons ‘World of Work’ Guide	https://llep.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/10/ACCESSIBLE-LLEP-WOW-GUIDE-LEICS-LEICESTERSHIRE-21-22.pdf

CONTACT YOUR SCHOOL CAREERS LEADER
lbushell@roundhill.bepschools.org

Local businesses – we need your expertise!

At The Roundhill Academy we are busy growing your employees of the future.  We need your help to raise their career aspirations, develop their employability skills and learn more about the exciting industries in Leicester and Leicestershire.

If you want to inspire our students, we are open for business!

lbushell@roundhill.bepschools.org

Contact us using the above button and we’ll be in touch directly to talk about how you can make a difference in our school.  Being part of our business support network will provide you moments of great satisfaction but striving to make a difference can also be an exciting challenge!  Having employers like you helping to inspire young minds and transform attitudes through a range of activities and opportunities is the foundation of an excellent careers programme as set out by the Gatsby Foundation’s eight Benchmarks of good practice and the Careers and Enterprise Company.

The Roundhill Academy has the benefit of a key business volunteer who works with us on a strategic level, encouraging the development of our careers programme and connecting us to the business community across the county.  This role is recognised nationally as an Enterprise Adviser (EA) and they are part of the Leicester and Leicestershire Careers Hub community of support driving the connection between careers education and the business sector.

 

Ways to support:

• Be part of our Mock Interviews with Year 10 or 11 students and help them structure their CVs.
• Give an inspiring talk based on your industry or job role.
• Run a hands-on workshop with activities relating to your area of expertise.
• Be part of our discussions about pathways after school, e.g., apprenticeships.
• Help champion specific issues and challenge barriers in the workplace around gender stereotyping, disability, etc.
• Help bring a subject lesson to life by linking it to your industry.
• Offer a work experience placement for students at your business premises.

 

What to expect

 

By getting involved you will not only be supporting future workforce development and helping to broaden the minds of the young people but you will also be developing new skills for your staff, forging community links and building a positive profile for your company.

We will support you throughout your visit to us to ensure we maximise the use of your valuable time.  Our Careers Leader is Miss Lynda Bushell.  You can contact her on lbushell@roundhill.bepschools.org.

Our Careers Leader will:

Be your main point of contact for all enquiries.
Organise pre-meets/discussions/information for activities you sign up to.
Provide you details of the local arrangements including parking, facilities and our safeguarding policy.
Conduct a short evaluation with you to ensure we are getting things right.
With your permission, add you to our network and keep you up to date with future activities.
To help you with your engagement there are a range of resources available here from the Careers and Enterprise Company.

 

https://bit.ly/3Gv9745

The Roundhill Academy is committed to providing high quality Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance to help inspire students and to enable them to make rational informed career decisions.  The Roundhill Academy aims to meet all eight Benchmarks identified by the Gatsby Foundation.

Our Leadership team views careers as not being the responsibility of a Careers Leader and a small number of teachers, but of all staff in schools and colleges.  We can make small changes in the curriculum that can have a big impact in the classrooms.

If you’d like help or support to embed careers in your subject contact lbushell@roundhill.bepschools.org who is the Careers Leader for our School. 

 

Inspire students to explore the world of work

 

Capture Buzz Moments in the classroom	https://llep.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/08/A5-WOW-Flyer-Final.pdf
Access lesson plans, videos and quizzes for over 15 industry sectors	https://llep.org.uk/careers-hub/wow/
My Learning, My Future is a suite of resources to support subject teaching staff, from over 20 subjects at KS3 & KS4	https://resources.careersandenterprise.co.uk/my-learning-my-future
Student journey	Please view our Learning Journey
Helpful Qualification Chart	https://llep.org.uk/app/uploads/2021/01/LLEP_Pathways_Poster.pdf

At The Roundhill Academy we would like all subject areas to do the following:

 

• Develop links with businesses and organisations to invite alumni and other external speakers to come into school (virtually where an actual visit is not feasible).
• Where appropriate to organise external visits by students to local businesses/organisations.
• Record careers learning opportunities for students in schemes of learning.
• Take part in whole school ‘Careers Days’ where all teachers start their lesson with a careers focus, such as talking about their career pathway or showing a short film where people in a range of job roles explain the relevance of skills developed in a particular subject area to their role.
• Consider the needs and interests of all students and ensure that information challenges stereotyping including gender and disability.