In order to share ‘Good Practice’ our school works closely with local schools within the area and the EPT, to support the development of the Careers Programme. The school is lucky enough to work in partnership with Education Business Partnership North West (EBPNW):
‘Award winning, Career Education Specialists Education Business Partnership Northwest work in partnership with Coal Clough Academy to make a positive difference to the lives of students. Education Business Partnership Northwest deliver ongoing career information, advice and guidance through a variety of engaging and bespoke services to support the individual needs of young people.
Individual Face to Face Career Guidance Interviews: Gatsby Benchmark 1, 3 & 8
Individual, face to face guidance sessions developing action plans and career notes with students and providing handouts and further support, where required. These are delivered in school, in community settings or in the home and follow up interviews for those who need additional support are arranged. The sessions include career and skill quizzes to help with action planning. The team provides full support and coordination of destination tracking and reports, including Compass tool in conjunction with school. For students who
require additional reports, EBPNW support with producing and attending multi agency meetings. EBPNW have been working closely with the careers link and SLT for career planning.
Support with College and Apprenticeship Applications: Gatsby Benchmarks 1, 3 & 7
Individual support for completing and submitting college and apprenticeship applications (and searching), supporting positive transition to Post-16 learning and training. Includes liaising with college and Post 16 partners for guest talks and visits.
Education Business Partnership North West (EBPNW) Contact Details:
Telephone – 01254 433390
Email – enquiries@ebpnw.co.uk
Website – www.ebpnw.co.uk
The School Careers Link & Coordinator and SLT staff continue to develop further partnership through networking and collaboration events. The school has a number of links with a number of FE/HE Providers, Apprenticeship Schemes & Employers.
