The Career School
Your Comprehensive Careers Curriculum
Introducing The Career School, our new in-school provision designed to enhance industry exploration and skill development for your students.
Made up of three key elements, we guide students through the next stages of their career through teaching, training and testing; providing them with the tools they need to excel in their next steps. Carefully curated with the Gatsby Benchmarks in mind, The Career School is made to fit seamlessly into your existing careers curriculum
What is included?
Teach It: A series of skill development modules
Train It: A place on an InvestIN Weekend Programme
Test It: An in-house Assessment Centre
Why The Career School?
Key benefits for students:
- Thorough preparation for success beyond school and targeted training on employers’ most-valued transferable skills.
- Exposure to industry professionals and networking opportunities.
- Differentiator on university applications and a personalised certificate awarded on completion.
Key benefits for schools:
- A differentiator for perspective students and chance to offer enhanced career support.
- Follow-up resources and worksheets to sustain development.
- Designated relationship manager to advise on the delivery and to assist in meeting global career benchmarks.
Hitting the Gatsby Benchmarks
We understand the importance of excellent careers guidance and your need to hit key global benchmarks. The Career School has been designed with Gatsby in mind and we work with schools globally to support them in achieving their career provision goals.
A stable careers programme
Bespoke interactive skill development modules offering year on year progression. Parent/guardian webinars to offer support and guidance.
Learning from career and labour market information
All modules and content are based off recent labour market research, including the 2023 World Economic Focus, Future of Jobs report.
Addressing the needs of each pupil
Students are able to choose from 15 weekend career programmes, to find what suits their career interests. Through AmbitionX, students can continue their individual journey.
Linking the curriculum to careers
Potential for follow up webinars and meetings focused on equipping teachers with the ability to incorporate career skills with school subjects.
Encounters with employers and employees
Weekend Masterclasses are delivered by our network of 100+ industry professionals. Students are able to network and receive relevant career advice.
Experiences of workplaces
This is possible on our Summer Experiences, all featuring workplace visits or visits to professional training centres. These are available at a discounted price for Career School alumni.
Encounters with further and higher education
Weekend Masterclasses are based within UCL venues and incorporate lecture-based learning. Students also have support and advice from current university students.
Personal Guidance
The Assessment Centre concludes with a personalised feedback report, advising how students can improve going forward.
Hear from the career school students and teachers
Teach It: Skill Development Modules
Our career experts have carefully researched and curated a menu of modules that target skill development. All our workshops are designed to be interactive and engaging. We will work with you to decide a menu and model (online or in-person) that compliments your existing careers provision. Choose from one of the below 8 categories, and reveal the modules that are included.
After completing these modules, students will walk away with…
- A refined and accentuated knowledge of the most desirable skills employers are looking for as found in the world economic forum report (2023): Analytical Thinking & Creative Thinking.
- The ability to communicate in a variety of ways required of them when entering the workplace.
- Practice in the ability to lead and follow efficiently in team projects.
Modules:
- Creative & Analytical Thinking
- Communicating Clearly
- Teamwork & Collaboration
Recommended Age Range: 14+
After completing these modules, students will walk away with…
- The skills to write, format and structure a top-class CV and application
- Understanding of how to tackle different questions within an interview and how to effectively use the STARR technique to provide the highest scoring answers
- An introduction to the expectations of how to succeed in an Assessment Centre to secure a competitive job
Modules:
- CV Workshop
- Impressing in an Interview
- Acing Assessment Centres
Recommended Age Range: 16+
After completing these modules, students will walk away with…
- An understanding of their own skills and strengths to build a resume for both in person and online networking.
- Confidence to articulate themselves and champion their own achievements to see them succeed in the future.
- Tangible takeaways on how to best build a professional network and get started today.
Modules:
- Being Your Authentic Self
- Coaching Confidence
- Knowing How to Network
Recommended Age Range: 14+
After completing these modules, students will walk away with…
- A comprehensive understanding of the future of jobs and how this may shape their career path.
- A head-start in developing the skills and competencies needed to thrive once they enter the job market.
- Stand out knowledge and practice in negotiation, adaptability and digital skills.
Modules:
- Digital & Technological Literacy
- Being Business-Minded
- The Growth of Green
Recommended Age Range: 14+
After completing these modules, students will walk away with...
- The ability to fully plan their revision timetables whilst also being able to time block further commitments to find the right school/life balance.
- Knowledge of techniques to handle challenges and relieve stress to ensure a positive and productive attitude.
- Independence to complete tasks to a high standard through practice and exercise.
Modules:
- Building Resilience
- Tackling Time Management
- Independent Study Skills
Recommended Age Range: 14+
After completing these modules, students will walk away with…
- Understanding of how to become a strong confident leader in the work place.
- Putting their communication skills into practice by perfecting their ability to pitch and present to a group.
- Mastering the art of authenticity in leadership; how to connect with people through employing their emotional intelligence.
Modules:
- Understanding Your Audience
- Learning to Lead
- Perfecting Public Speaking
Recommended Age Range: 14+
After completing these modules, students will walk away with…
- The discovery of their transferable skills suiting them to the workplace through in depth analysis of their passions and hobbies.
- An introduction to the world of work and what is required of them when entering into the professional realm post school.
- A fully developed plan of where and how to gain work experience to enhance industry knowledge and skill development.
Modules:
- Discovering Your Dream Career
- Understanding the Working World
- Making the Most of Work Experience
Recommended Age Range: 12+
After completing these modules, students will walk away with…
- A three-step plan of actions to take to ensure they are equipped for life and their career beyond school.
- An in-depth understanding of what to expect in the [Workplace/University/Placement] and how they can thrive in this new environment.
- Practice in the art of professionalism; how to respond to emails, grow in confidence and work efficiently with others.
Modules:
- Preparing for your Next Steps
- Getting [Workplace/Uni/Placement] Ready
- Practicing Professionalism
Recommended Age Range: 16+
Train It: Weekend Career Masterclass
As part of The Career School offering, students have the opportunity to choose one of our weekend masterclasses, from 15 different careers. From medicine, to entrepreneurship, to fashion design, we encourage students to explore their chosen career first hand, gaining advice from industry professionals and guidance for their next steps.
Please note, the cost of the weekend programme listed on the website is included in The Career School price per student.
Students can choose from 15 of the world's most exciting industries.
Test It: Assessment Centre
Our fully comprehensive mock Assessment Centre is the star of the Career School! We will bring our team to your site, to put the skills your students have been developing through our modules, programmes and beyond to the test.
This is a flexible offering, created to suit your needs and timetable. We can offer a full day, or half day and can work proactively around the space you are able to provide. If you would like to find out more about our Assessment Centre, including an exemplar timetable, please get in touch with us below.
Want to hear more?
Our Partner Development team are on hand to help and provide all of the necessary information should you be interested. If The Career School is something you would like to explore further, please contact us at schools@investin.org or complete the form below. Further information regarding pricing and timelines can be provided upon enquiry.