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Careers & Employability Parent and Carer Zone

At Inclusion College we know that parents and carers play a vital role in supporting young people as they explore their career options. This page provides clear, practical information to help you understand how we support students—and how you can, too. Our Careers & Employability team is here to help every student develop confidence, skills, and experience so they can move successfully into work, further study, or apprenticeships.

How We Support Students

We offer a wide range of professional, impartial careers support throughout their time with us:

1. One-to-One Guidance

Students are encouraged to have confidential appointments with a qualified careers advisor for:

  • Career planning
  • CV and application feedback
  • Apprenticeship and university guidance
  • Job search strategies

2. Workshops and Events

We run regular sessions on:

  • CV writing
  • Interview skills
  • Job application techniques
  •  Apprenticeships and university pathways

We also host:

  • Employer talks
  • Careers fairs and networking events
  • Skills development sessions

3. Work Experience and Placements

We support students with:

  • Securing work placements
  • Finding part-time jobs
  • Accessing volunteering opportunities
  • Understanding industry expectations

4. Online Career Resources

Students have access to:

  •  Career exploration tools
  • Interview practice platforms
  • CV builders
  • Labour market information
  •  Apprenticeship and job listings

For more information and resources please visit the below pages

For Apprenticeships

 https://www.amazingapprenticeships.com/

 https://www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk/

Technical Qualifications

 https://www.prospects.ac.uk/further-education/higher-technical-qualifications-htqs/

 https://www.skillsforcareers.education.gov.uk/pages/training-choice/vtq-vocational-technical-qualification

Work experience
Useful Career Websites

How Parents and Carers Can Help

You can support your young person by:

Encouraging exploration
Students don’t need everything figured out right away. Encourage them to:

  • Try new activities
  • Explore different subject areas
  •  Attend careers events

Talking openly
Discuss:

  • What they enjoy
  • What they’re good at
  •  What matters most to them in a future career

Supporting independence
Allow them to:

  •  Contact employers
  •  Apply for opportunities
  • Attend appointments alone

This builds confidence and prepares them for the workplace.

Staying informed
Follow our careers announcements and encourage your young person to:

  • Read our emails
  •  Use our online tools
  • Ask for help early

What Do Our Students Go On to Do?

Our students progress to a wide range of destinations, including:

  •  Employment in local and national organisations
  • University degrees across the UK
  •  Higher and degree apprenticeships
  • Freelance work and entrepreneurship
  • Further specialist training

Contact Us
If you have questions about careers support, please get in touch with the team.

Alex.edwards@inclusioneb8.org.uk