Activity and Description Target Groups Gatsby Benchmark O

ct

Nov

Dec

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Pre-

Entr

y Open Events Year 11 2, 3, 4, 7

Welcome sessions Year 11 2, 3, 4, 7

My Course Year 11 3, 4, 6, 7

Tuto

rial

Meet the tutors Parents and guardians

3, 4

Work experience planning All students 3, 5, 6

Personal finance All students 3, 7

Safer internet day All students 3

Wellbeing week All students 3

Con

tunu

ing

Lear

ning

Group sessions and survey completion- find out more about your progression options and let us know your initial intentions for next year

All full-time students

2, 3, 7

Targeted follow-up and personal guidance support for those unsure about next steps

All full-time students

2, 3, 8

Enrolment support sessions All full-time students

2, 3, 8

Targeted follow-up and personal guidance support for those unable to progress

All full-time students

2, 3, 8

Empl

oyab

ility Part-Time Jobs Fair All students 4, 5

Job Shop CV and interview workshops, and support through booked sessions and drop-ins

All students 3, 4, 5

Pers

onal

Gui

danc

e Late application and transfer appointments and drop-ins

All 3, 8

One-to-one booked appointments or drop-ins All 3, 8

EHCP Annual Reviews Those with an EHCP

3, 8

Hig

her E

duca

tion

Information Event HE applicants 3, 4, 7

UCAS workshops Level 3 students

3, 7, 8

UCAS Fair- Exeter Westpoint Level 3 students

3, 7, 8

Student Finance information sessions Level 3 students

3, 7

Research showcase All students 3, 7

On

Prog

ram

me

Even

ts

National Careers Week All 2, 3, 4, 5, 8

National Apprenticeship Week All 2, 3, 4, 5, 8

TechFest All 4, 5, 7

International Women’s Day All 3

UK Parliament Week All 3

Black History Month All 3

Learn to Live All 3

Skills Show South West All 4, 5, 7

SkillBuild All 4, 5, 7

South Devon College Careers Programme 2018/19

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South Devon College Careers Programme 2018/19This Careers programme has been developed in consultation with the Senior Leadership Team, Governors and Tutorial and Progress Managers having been informed by student and employer feedback. The programme aims to fulfil Gatsby Benchmarks and meet Careers Development Institute framework elements including Self-Development, Careers Exploration and Career Management. Each individual study programme offers a range of activities including attendance to external events, participation with community projects, visits from industry experts, work experience opportunities and LMI in the specific sector. These activities are informed by regular sector focus group meetings with industry leaders, research and staff undertaking Continuous Professional Development.

What is LMI? Labour Market Information basically tells us what jobs are available and where. It also covers additional information such as average salaries, skill requirements and number of current or projected vacancies. It helps inform the career planning process if young people have exposure to many possible careers options including those which don’t yet exist.

Open EventsSpeak to industry experts from a broad range of sectors and education professionals for advice on career pathways, training and progression opportunities.

Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation TrustTorbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust provides acute healthcare services from Torbay Hospital, and community health services and adult social care. The Trust pride themselves on being an advocate for the apprenticeships programme. As well as employing over 100 apprentices themselves, they contribute to the delivery of training, with over 200 healthcare apprenticeships delivered last year, and proudly work with South Devon College across all levels of apprenticeship delivery.

Spirent Communications“I think it’s really great to have some young people in the place, and I think they are very important. We’ve seen with our apprentices that they soon become a key employee.”Caroline Lee- Chair of Governors at South Devon College

Flossy and Jim“I studied for a FdA in Illustration Arts as a mature student single parent. I was apprehensive about returning to study, but I was soon made to feel welcome. The course was challenging, fun and informative. On completion of my course I proceeded to the University of Plymouth to complete my BA (Hons) Illustration degree.After my studies, I set up my own illustration business with my partner James called ‘Flossy and Jim’. We are now a registered brand working for major global companies. Our illustrations have been published in several children’s books worldwide, used in cartoons, and used on a global messenger app. I’m extremely happy I completed my course at University Centre South Devon, as it’s given me the freedom to do a job I love!”Lynette Jordan

Employer Profiles

My CourseSpend a day trying out your chosen course.

Welcome SessionsAn opportunity to find out more about the course you have applied for, including a tour of the study area and further advice and guidance about study options and entry requirements. This is where you can secure an offer of a place.

Future First AlumniIf you are a previous South Devon College student we really want you to join our alumni network, your input and advice is valuable and can really support our current students to make informed decisions about their career pathways. Register today!