Students get a head start on their future

MORE than 130 Year 10 RGS students got a head start on planning for their future as they met with employers and education providers to discuss the wide range of options open to them.

Split into groups, students were given ten minutes to extract the information they wanted as they moved around a carousel of around 20 representatives from a range of sectors.

Representatives from engineering to finance, the forces, hospitality, law and medicine talked about their role, industry and careers.

Students were also able to explore alternative pathways including apprenticeships and other post-16 courses.

The event provided a fantastic opportunity to discover more about what various jobs and roles involve, find out how each of the companies go about recruiting employees, and pick up top tips on how to be successful.

The students, who will be doing their work experience in May, also honed their research and interview skills at the event, said head of careers Bob Walker.

“It has helped build their confidence, providing excellent preparation for their work experience and also opened their eyes the range of options and choices open to them on leaving school,” he added.

Student comments:

“Dr Curtis was my favourite visitor as she had lots of amusing stories from the world of international medicine.”

“I found the vet interesting because it closely linked to my work experience and career goals.”

“I gained lots of useful resources and freebies! “

“York College was interesting as it was very different to hear about options other than sixth form.”

“All the Army visitors were very persuasive and did make me want to consider the Army.”

“I found the conversations with the RAF very inspiring. He was so tough!”

“The paramedic was fun to talk to and showed alternative routes post-16.”

"The cars are cool but the vents are cooler" (Environvent)

“It made me less scared for my future!”

“I found out what a tea buyer is! - they taste tea and get paid for it! “

“After conversations with the RAF, I went home and researched them to find out more.”