Careers 

CAREERS EDUCATION, INFORMATION, ADVICE AND GUIDANCE (CEIAG)?

At Warden Park, our Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) programme plays a vital role in preparing our students for the opportunities, challenges and responsibilities of life beyond school. Through real-world experiences and expert guidance, we equip our young people with the knowledge, skills and confidence to make informed decisions and manage key transitions as both learners and future employees.

We are committed to delivering a CEIAG programme that reflects current best practice and fully aligns with national guidance. It is essential that all students aged 11–16 receive a high-quality careers education that supports them in making informed and ambitious choices for their futures.

Our Approach to CEIAG

Careers education at Warden Park begins in Year 7 and continues through to Year 11. It is designed to help students:

• Develop a strong sense of self-awareness, understanding their interests, strengths and areas for growth
  
  

• Explore a wide range of post-16 options including colleges, sixth forms, apprenticeships and universities
  
  

• Learn about the world of work, the qualifications required and the various pathways into different careers
  
  

• Build essential employability skills and develop confidence for the workplace
  
  

• Make realistic yet ambitious choices about their futures
  
  

• Create effective CVs and applications for employment, apprenticeships or further study
  
  

• Prepare for and succeed in interviews
  
  

Our programme is delivered through dedicated lessons, enrichment activities, themed events and inspiring guest speakers. In addition, every student has access to a fully qualified Personal Adviser for impartial, one-to-one guidance regarding future plans and decisions.

Raising Aspirations

We work closely with a wide range of external partners – including colleges, training providers, local businesses, apprenticeship organisations and universities – to raise aspirations, challenge stereotypes and ensure every student is encouraged to consider a broad range of career opportunities.

To support this, we have developed the Student Futures Portal, which is a central hub containing up-to-date information about colleges, course options, apprenticeships, work experience, careers and local events.
Click here to access our Student Futures Portal
Click here to view our latest Provider Access Policy

Unifrog – Supporting Informed Choices

Warden Park has invested in Unifrog, an award-winning online careers platform that supports students in making well-informed decisions about their futures. Unifrog offers a wealth of tools suitable for all year groups and helps students explore careers, compare university courses, and track their progress.
Click here to learn more about Unifrog

Opportunities for Employers and Parents/Carers

We are always eager to collaborate with local businesses, Warden Park alumni and parents/carers to enhance the careers provision within our school.

If you are interested in sharing your professional or educational journey to help educate and inspire our students, we would love to hear from you. By getting involved, you can play a key role in helping our young people understand the vast array of opportunities available to them.

CONTACT:

Mrs S Targett
Careers Leader
📧 stargett2@wardenpark.co.uk
📞 01444 457881

Mr R Atwell
Assistant Headteacher (Student Futures)
📧 ratwell1@wardenpark.co.uk 

Additional Resources for Students and Families

• icould.com: Features over 1,000 video stories from real people talking about their jobs, career paths and the experiences that shaped them.
  
• BBC Bitesize Careers: Offers engaging, age-appropriate advice on the world of work, including insights from professionals across a range of sectors.
• National Careers Service: Provides impartial information, advice and guidance to support decision-making around learning, training and employment.
  
• Career Pilot: A comprehensive hub for 11–19 year olds, offering expert careers information and tools to explore course and job options.
• UCAS: The official platform for university applications, also offering guidance on college, apprenticeships and course choices.
• Get Career Confident: Delivers information, inspiration and advice for 14–19 year olds, as well as support for parents, carers and educators. Follow them on Instagram (for students), Facebook (for parents) and Twitter/X (for teachers).