Careers at NRC
At New Regent’s College we are committed to providing all our students with the guidance, support and opportunities they need to navigate their future pathways. Our Careers Policy is designed to align with the Gatsby Benchmarks, which serve as a framework for delivering high-quality careers education, information, advice and guidance.
Recognising the unique challenges faced by our students, many of whom have experienced disruptions in their education, we strive to create a nurturing environment where they can explore their interests, develop essential skills and understand the diverse range of career options available to them. By integrating the Gatsby Benchmarks into our curriculum and extracurricular activities, we ensure that our students receive a comprehensive and meaningful careers education that empowers them to make informed decisions about their futures.
This policy outlines our commitment to fostering a culture of aspiration and achievement, where every student is supported in their journey toward becoming confident, self-sufficient individuals prepared for further education, training or employment. Through collaborative partnerships with local businesses, community organisations, and educational institutions, we aim to provide a range of engaging experiences that will inspire and motivate our students, helping them to build the skills and resilience necessary for success in a rapidly changing world.
We have our own post 16 careers advisor who provides:
- independent careers guidance to encourage students to consider all the options available to them.
- one-to-one support on and off-site throughout year 11.
- assistance with application forms and contact with post 16 providers.
- support with preparation for interviews
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Careers Provision at NRC |
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Our PSHE curriculum includes career exploration, skills development, goal setting and decision-making, employability skills and workplace awareness. |
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Through PSHE and careers one-to-one’s students are able to learn about further education and career pathways. |
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A tailored approach to careers is used considering each students unique challenges. Independent advice from our careers advisor alongside the curriculum delivers a focus on building self- confidence and self-efficacy, access to flexible and alternative pathways and support in transition. |
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Curriculum teachers provide regular reminders about careers options linked to their subjects. Linking curriculum learning to careers helping students to see the relevance of education to their future goals and motivate them to engage positively with learning
Careers and workplace learning is a focus of option subjects at KS4. Guest speakers and workshops support this.
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Encounters with employers and employees is an impactful way to help students understand the world of work and explore various career options. We offer this through workshops at school, guest speakers, collaboration with workplaces and careers events. |
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We deliver a variety of workplace experiences in order to provide practical and accessible ways for our students to gain insight into work environments and expectations. We do this through workplace visits and on-site workshops and talks. Each year we aim to include access to industries that complement the post 16 choices of our learners. |
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We support our learners to think about their education and career aspirations. We provide information and guidance on post-16 options and application and transition support. |
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At NRC, personal guidance plays a crucial role in supporting our students' unique needs, especially when it comes to career and personal development. Pastoral support and mentoring provides constructive opportunities for students to talk about their aspirations. |
Careers Partnerships:
We work in partnership with a range of organisations to provide opportunities that benefit our students by helping them build confidence, learn practical skills, and develop a clearer vision of their future. Moreover, it helps by fostering aspirations and providing them with the tools and support they need to succeed.
These partnerships include:
Beyond Food
Some of our KS4 learners participate in the City & Guilds Assured Beyond the Classroom programme based at Beyond Food’s restaurant - the Brigade Bar + Kitchen, learning alongside chefs and engaging in workshops with support coaches and industry professionals.
https://www.beyondfood.org.uk/
Shoreditch Trust – Young Chef’s
KS3 and KS4 learners complete Chef and Baking Training at the trust’s social enterprise restaurant, The Waterhouse on Orsman Road.
General Projects
We have recently established a connection with General Projects, a contemporary real estate developer. We will be collaborating with them on their development of the Shoreditch Island site. Our students will be able to participate in workshops to develop their interest in the property industry by teaching them about the various career paths that exist.
https://www.generalprojects.com/
Useful links:
National Careers Service https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/
Life Skills by Barclays https://barclayslifeskills.com/
Careers Box https://www.careersbox.co.uk/
U Explore https://www.u-explore.com/page/home-page
ICould https://icould.com/
Career Pilot https://www.careerpilot.org.uk/
Reed https://www.reed.co.uk/cvbuilder
