Careers Intent

Networking at Cottesloe: Building Your Future

At The Cottesloe School, we believe that networking is a cornerstone of success in today's competitive world. Our goal is to equip students with the skills and connections they need to thrive in their chosen careers.

Work Experience Opportunities

• Year 10: Students embark on two-week work placements, supported by our dedicated staff network.
• Sixth Form: Flexible work experience options, including block placements, short-term assignments, and work shadowing.
• Partnerships: We collaborate with local employers to offer apprenticeships and enrichment programs.

Networking Beyond the Classroom

• Online Resources: Stay updated on career developments through our online platforms.
• Industry Events: Attend industry fairs and conferences, such as the Bucks Skills Show and National Apprenticeship Show.
• University Connections: Explore university open days and student shadowing opportunities.
• Careers Fair: Connect with potential employers at our annual careers fair.

Comprehensive Careers Support

• In-House Guidance: Benefit from personalised career advice from our dedicated team.
• Destination Data: We track student progress and outcomes to measure our effectiveness.
• Gatsby Benchmarks: We strive to meet the Gatsby Benchmarks for career education.
• Three-Year Review: Our system is regularly reviewed to ensure ongoing improvement.

Additional Resources

• Careers Library: Explore our extensive collection of career-related materials.
• Unifrog: Our dedicated destinations platform

Networking for Success

By fostering a culture of networking and career development, we empower our students to become confident, empowered, and responsible individuals.

Contact us to learn more about our networking programs and how we can support your career goals.

Clive Matcham QCF Dip. Careers Guidance. RCDP

careershub@cottesloe.bucks.sch.uk

Careers Provision

Welcome to The Cottesloe School Careers Plan (PDF), this gives each Year Group guidance as to what Career Pathway Opportunities are planned throughout the school year; to get students thinking ahead when planning their career pathway. The plan is set for the next three years, opportunities will arise and events may be added.

We hope that there is something for every student to look forward to.