At Etone College, the Careers Programme is delivered throughout Years 7 to 11 during Learning for Life (LfL) lessons and with additional diarised careers enrichment opportunities. We believe that by providing regular, impartial information about the variety of careers and pathways, pupils can make an informed choice about how to get on to their chosen career path.

In Years 7 and 8, pupils look at their achievements, skills and qualities and investigate the value of work in society. They also consider ways in which the world of work is changing and the skills that will be needed in the future. In all year groups pupils will be introduced to the Labour Market Index (LMI) in preparation for their options and future career choices.

In Year 9, pupils look at the soft skills required by employers, In all year groups pupils look at equality in the workplace and challenge stereotypes in various career pathways.

In Year 10, Careers Education takes place through the LFL programme. Pupils will focus on workforce law, writing their CV and preparing for work experience (at the end of the academic year). During November, pupils will discuss and prepare for our Careers Fair where they get the opportunity to speak to companies and education/training providers on the requirements to pursue a career in that chosen field.

In Year 11, the emphasis is on planning for the future. Pupils look at all the options open to them: sixth forms, colleges, employment and apprenticeships. Pupils have a series of assemblies about their next steps. All pupils will receive at least 1 personalised interview to support their next steps. Pupils will be given access to the Etone College Careers Fair and our Careers Day where they get to meet potential future employers.