National Careers Service Website
This site contains hundreds of different job profiles, each with further links to explore and labour market information for each role and sector.
Start
Once registered (for free), build your profile by identifying which skills and qualities you are strongest in, these are then “matched” to jobs you maybe suited to in the future. Delve deeper into the information to find out how many opportunities there maybe locally, what other jobs are similar and actual job openings. This “matching” works for some students but not all, as your ideas often change as you develop. However, with this website you can return to your profile time and again, as your skills develop and ideas change.
Success at School
Useful website exploring how subjects link to careers in the future. Various articles to explore what is possible.
Icould
Explore different roles and search by subject areas to find out where your choices could take you. Complete the personality quiz called “the buzz quiz” to see if your personality is a good fit with different occupations. This is useful for some students but not the only way to decide on your future choices.
16Personalities
Take this personality quiz to see how your character may link to your future career aspirations. Again suitable for some students but, not all.
Careersbox
Find out what different occupations are like by listening to and watching people who do them.
Careers Theory
Useful for finding out why your ideas and choices will change over time. Different ideas for teachers, parents and students who like to know a little more.
http://www.careers.govt.nz/practitioners/career-practice/career-theory-models/supers-theory/
http://www.careers.govt.nz/practitioners/career-practice/career-theory-models/krumboltzs-theory/
Will a robot take your job
A quiz written by Oxford University and Deloitte exploring which jobs may be taken over by technology in the future.
Your future job
A quiz to explore what jobs may exist in the future that haven’t been created yet.
Post 16-18 Resources
There are many options available for students at Post 16 and Post 18. The following links can help you when exploring your options:
Options at 16+
Options at 16:
Options with your subjects
http://explore.skillsroute.com/
https://www.informedchoices.ac.uk/
https://targetcareers.co.uk/guide-to-your-future
The Complete University Guide
http://www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/
https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/what-can-i-do-with-my-degree
Alternatives to University
http://www.notgoingtouni.co.uk/
https://www.allaboutschoolleavers.co.uk/
These Websites Will Help You When Making Applications
Applying for Post 16 options
https://www.readytoworkkent.co.uk/
Applying for Higher Education
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-41693230
https://www.cxk.org/resources/guide-to-higher-education/
Applying for Apprenticeships
https://amazingapprenticeships.com/
https://www.cxk.org/resources/apprenticeships-and-school-leaver-schemes/
Self-Employment
https://www.cxk.org/resources/self-employment-explained/
http://www.kentfoundation.org/
https://www.princes-trust.org.uk/help-for-young-people/support-starting-business
Finance for education or training at further and higher education can be a concern; the following links can assist you:
Student Finance for Education
https://www.gov.uk/browse/education/student-finance
Student Finance for Higher Education
https://www.gov.uk/student-finance-register-login
Student Loans Myth Busting
http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/students/student-loans-tuition-fees-changes
Scholarships and Grants for University
Dance and Drama Awards
https://www.gov.uk/dance-drama-awards
Support for students from overseas
Advice on budgeting for College or University
https://www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/budgeting-for-college-or-university
SEND
https://www.cxk.org/blog/cxk-partners-launch-send-provision-map-for-kent-medway/
SUPPORT FOR PARENTS/CARERS
http://www.parentadviser.co.uk/ and http://www.parentalguidance.org.uk
Download this guide here.
