Careers Leader Support

Careers Leaders

Research shows that 3 or more career talks during a young person's education positively impacts their attainment, with those less engaged or with lower academic attainment benefitting the most*. In addition, 4 or more encounters with volunteers from the world of work can reduce the chance of students becoming NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training). Careers talks and activities greatly enhance provision and will meet Gatsby Benchmarks 1,3,4,5,7 and 8.

*Research from Motivated to achieve: How encounters with the world of work can change attitudes and improve academic achievement – Education and Employers

If you are looking for inspirational speakers or career ambassadors to embed activities into your careers programme try the following links, or contact your local enterprise partnership.

Founders4Schools

STEM Ambassadors supporting schools and colleges

As a school or college you can book a STEAM Ambassador to come into your classroom, either face-to-face or virtually, free of charge.

Education & Employers | Inspiring the Future

Inspiring the Future connects schools and colleges with in-person and virtual volunteers across a huge range of job levels and sectors, through their free-self-service portal.

Contact your local Enterpise Adviser Network

The network is formed of local business people who work one-to-one with school and college leaders, helping them develop effective employer engagement plans.