--- title: "Careers" url: "https://www.st-wilfrids.org/our-curriculum/careers" school: "St. Wilfrid's R.C. College, South Shields" --- # Careers ## Careers Programme at St. Wilfrid’s RC College At St. Wilfrid’s, we are committed to helping pupils explore their future career options. Careers education is delivered through our PSHE programme, ensuring all pupils from Years 7–11 receive guidance on making informed choices about their future. Sixth Form students also receive tailored career support at key points throughout the year. An overview of our careers provision can be found here: Careers Programme Overview 282 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/st-wilfrid-s-rc-college-south-shields/files/documents/STW-Careers-Overview-2024.2025_(1).pdf) ### Careers Guidance & Support - **1:1 Career Guidance:** Year 11 and Year 12 pupils have individual career interviews with an independent adviser, creating a personal action plan to guide their next steps. Additional support is available upon request. - **Work Experience:** Year 10 and Year 12 pupils complete a one-week placement to gain real-world experience and develop employability skills. - **Post-16 & Post-18 Pathways:** Information on college open evenings, apprenticeships, and career events is shared via Teams, school notice boards, and social media. - **Employer & University Links:** We invite companies, universities, and mentoring programmes into school to provide insights and opportunities. Sixth Form students also receive training on CV writing, interview techniques, and skills development. - **Enterprise & Employability:** We work with North East Ambition and the Local Enterprise Partnership to connect pupils directly with employers. ### Work Experience All Year 10 pupils will have the opportunity to take part in work experience as part of their curriculum. This is an excellent chance for students to gain practical insights into the world of work and develop valuable skills. To ensure the placement runs smoothly, **all required documentation must be completed and returned to school by the stated deadline**. This includes: ### Work Experience Documentation Y10 Work Experience Parental Consent 2026 120 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/st-wilfrid-s-rc-college-south-shields/files/documents/Y10_Work_Experience_Parental_Consent_2026.doc) Work Experience Covering letter 2026 595 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/st-wilfrid-s-rc-college-south-shields/files/documents/Work_Experience_Covering_letter_2026.docx) Y10 Work Experience Guidance notes 2026 36 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/st-wilfrid-s-rc-college-south-shields/files/documents/Y10_Work_Experience_Guidance_notes_2026.doc) Presentation for Pupils 583 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/st-wilfrid-s-rc-college-south-shields/files/documents/Year_10_Work_Experience_Week_presentation_2026.pptx) Placement Form 66 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/st-wilfrid-s-rc-college-south-shields/files/documents/Work_Experience_Placement_Form_2026.docx) For further information, please contact our Careers Leader, Mr. P. Given, at or **0191 456 9121**. Further information can also be found by following the links below: - [UCAS](http://www.ucas.com/) - [Apprenticeships Information on GOV.UK](http://www.apprenticeships.org.uk/) - [Future Learn Short Online Courses](https://www.futurelearn.com/courses) 10 Ways to Achieve Careers Education at Home 257 KB [Open for printing](https://files.schudio.com/st-wilfrid-s-rc-college-south-shields/files/documents/10_ways_to_achieve_careers_education_at_home_4483_(1).pdf) ### Further Information Our Careers Contact is Mr P. Given. 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