QPHS magazine - Autumn Term 2025 - Magazine - Page 34
Dates for the Diary
AHEAD OF THE GAME
Pledge Employer Readiness Programme
Our Year 13 students have been
taking important steps towards
their next chapter by taking part
in The Pledge Employer
Readiness Programme. The
sessions are designed to give
students a clear and realistic
understanding of the
opportunities available to them
post 18, whether they choose
university, apprenticeships or
employment.
succeed in interviews. The most
recent session focused on the
STAR technique (Situation,
Task, Action and Result) with
practical examples of how to
apply this in interview situations.
This structured approach helps
students clearly explain their
experiences and achievements,
something that can make a real
difference when talking to
potential employers.
On 18th November, we were
delighted to welcome James
Pritchard-Wood, Nigel Jones,
and apprentices from Bank of
America, who have been leading
the programme and sharing their
own experiences of entering the
workplace. Their insight has
helped students understand
what employers look for and
how they can present
themselves with confidence.
The Pledge Employer
Readiness Programme has
proved to be a valuable
experience, giving Year 13
students both the knowledge
and confidence to move forward
and get ahead of the game. Our
students are gaining a clearer
sense of direction and are well
on their way to becoming truly
future ready.
Throughout the programme,
students have explored a range
of topics including how to apply
for apprenticeships, what to
expect at assessment centres
and the key skills needed to
In the New Year, we look
forward to welcoming
representatives from Bank of
America who will be delivering
financial literacy workshops to
our Year 12 students as part of
their WPD lessons.
Year 9 Guided Choices/Careers Event:
Thursday 15th January 2026
An opportunity for students to make
informed and guided choices about their
options at Key Stage 4 and beyond.
There will also be a Careers Market
place where employers and our
independent careers advisor will be
available to discuss next steps.
Year 13 Mock Assessment Centre
Tuesday 20th January 2026
An opportunity for students to meet
employers and take part in a mock
assessment centre scenario.
Year 11 & 13 Mock Interview Day
Wednesday 21st January 2026
An opportunity for students to meet an
employer and take part in a mock
interview scenario.
Year 11 Parents Evening & Careers
Market Place
Thursday 5th February 2026
Students and parents are invited to meet
a wide range of employers and Post 16
education providers in order to make
informed choices about next steps and
futures.
Year 10 & 12 Work Experience (WEX)
w/c 13th July 2026
All Year 10 & 12 students will take part
in work experience and should be in the
process of securing their own
placements. Please visit the: WEX
section on our school website for more
information.
