How to find employment / a Job - Careers . A fully-resourced lesson (1 hour +) which can be used by teachers to deliver a detailed Careers / Personal Development lesson
Learning objectives
To understand what labour market information is and how we can use it.
To consider why it is important to be employed based on our future plans.
To be able to explain the steps of the recruitment process.
Some Key Terms Covered
Vacancy, CV, Cover Letter, Selection, Recruitment
Each Lesson Pack Contains:
1 Fully Editable PowerPoint (Learning Outcomes, Confidence Checkers, Assessment of Learning, Variety of Tasks, Video Embedded URL Clips, Engaging Premium Quality Slides, Extra Support Websites, Challenging & Thoughtful Questioning) Assessment Opportunity (Confidence Checker)
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Exploring Careers & The Changing World of Work – New Careers Unit
Careers & World of Work – Careers and Citizenship Unit This comprehensive unit offers secondary students an in-depth exploration of the world of work, providing insights into key career sectors, vital workplace skills, and the future of employment in an ever-evolving job market. Students will examine diverse career paths—from vital public services like the NHS to the dynamic environments of the City and technology sectors. The unit also covers emerging fields such as artificial intelligence and cyber security, preparing students to think critically about jobs of the future. Alongside career exploration, students will develop essential skills like building a positive work ethic, navigating recruitment processes, and understanding labour market information (LMI). Inclusivity and representation are key themes, with a focus on celebrating the achievements of Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) business people and entrepreneurs. This unit is designed to equip young people with the knowledge, motivation, and skills needed to confidently plan their futures and thrive in a diverse and changing workplace. Contents • 7 Lesson Packs (fully editable, see lesson topics below) • 7 Homework Ideas • 7 End-of-Lesson Confidence Checker Assessments • 1 Escape Room Team Building Activity Lesson Topics 1. Careers in the NHS Explore the wide range of roles in the National Health Service, understand NHS values, and discuss why many choose this rewarding career path. 2. Careers in the City Discover various professions within the financial sector, identify key skills required, and consider the appeal of working in the corporate world. 3. Developing a Positive Work Ethic Understand what makes a strong work ethic, learn how to cultivate it, and reflect on its benefits for career success. 4. How to Find a Job & Navigate Employment Learn about labour market information (LMI), the recruitment process, and practical steps for finding employment aligned with personal goals. 5. Futuristic Careers & the Impact of Artificial Intelligence Investigate how AI is reshaping industries and consider the skills needed for jobs that don’t yet exist. 6. Careers in Cyber Security & Computing Explore the roles within cyber security and computing, understand required skills, and why these fields are growing rapidly. 7. Celebrating BME Business People & Entrepreneurs Highlight successful BME business leaders, examine their skills and achievements, and discuss the importance of diversity in business. ________________________________________ Each Lesson PowerPoint Contains: • Fully editable PowerPoint presentations including: o Learning Outcomes o Confidence Checkers o Assessment of Learning o Variety of engaging student tasks o Video Embedded URL Clips o Premium quality slides o Extra support websites o Challenging and thought-provoking questioning • Assessment Opportunities (Confidence Checker) • Teacher Notes on select slides • Mapped to the latest DfE guidance, PSHE Association core themes, and Gatsby Benchmarks in Careers Education ________________________________________ Learning Outcomes • Understand the diverse roles available within the NHS and the values that guide this sector. • Describe career opportunities in the City and the key skills employers seek in finance and corporate sectors. • Define a positive work ethic, identify how to develop it, and explain its importance for employability. • Explain what labour market information is, why it matters, and describe the recruitment process for securing a job. • Discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming careers and identify the skills needed for emerging future roles. • Outline the various positions within cyber security and computing, the skills required, and reasons these careers are in demand. • Recognise the achievements of BME business professionals, understand their skills and contributions, and appreciate the role diversity plays in business success. Key Vocabulary • NHS, Healthcare, Public Service, Patient Care • Finance, Banking, Corporate Sector, Investment • Work Ethic, Responsibility, Punctuality, Initiative • Labour Market Information (LMI), Recruitment, CV, Interview • Artificial Intelligence (AI), Automation, Innovation • Cyber Security, Computing, Network Security, Coding • Diversity, Inclusion, BME, Entrepreneurship, Role Models **We sell Complete Careers Units - Take a look at some of them here:** ⇨ [CAREERS KS3 UNIT](/teaching-resource/ks3-careers-unit-gatsby-benchmark-standards-12220690) ⇨ [Careers, Employability Skills + Enterprise Unit ](/teaching-resource/year-11-careers-unit-12168193) ⇨ [Careers and Gatsby Benchmarks Quizzes ](/teaching-resource/careers-and-gatsby-benchmark-12148009) ⇨ [Post 16 Options and Careers Lesson](/teaching-resource/post-16-options-careers-12167356) ⇨ [Careers and Employment Activities and Cardsorts ](/teaching-resource/careers-and-employment-12110887) ⇨ [Skills and Qualities Careers Quiz ](/teaching-resource/skills-and-qualities-careers-quiz-12148001) ⇨ [Careers - Writing a Personal Statement](/teaching-resource/careers-personal-statements-12168159) ⇨ [Careers - Student Workbook](/teaching-resource/careers-work-book-gatsby-benchmarks-12167891) ⇨ [Careers - Interview Preparation Lesson ](/teaching-resource/interview-preparation-careers-12168169) Be Ofsted and DfE PSHE ready with our resources! 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Exploring Your Future Options – Careers Education Unit
Exploring Your Future Options – Careers Education Unit Help your students make confident, informed decisions about their next steps in education and employment with this ready-to-teach careers education unit. Perfect for high school students, this resource introduces key ideas around post-secondary options, job markets, future skills, and planning for the unexpected. ✅ What’s Included: • 7 x Fully Editable PowerPoint Lesson Packs • 7 x Homework Ideas • 7 x End-of-Lesson Confidence Checker Assessments • Video links, practical tasks, reflective questions, and clear learning outcomes • Teacher notes and mapped to Gatsby Benchmarks, PSHE themes, and careers guidance 📘 Lesson Topics: 1. Choosing a College Major / Degree Subject 2. Understanding Job Markets After School or College 3. Future Skills – What Employers Will Look For 4. The Importance of University Open Days 5. National Apprenticeship Week (NAW) 6. University Clearing + Handling Setbacks (Plan Bs) 7. How to Find a Job & Navigate Recruitment 🎯 Learning Outcomes: • Explore how to choose a degree or major that suits personal goals and interests • Understand current and future job markets and how to access relevant career data • Differentiate between hard and soft skills and their workplace applications • Learn what to expect at a university open day and how to prepare • Reflect on apprenticeship pathways and their advantages • Discover what university clearing involves and why having a plan B is essential • Understand the job-hunting process and how to write strong applications 🔑 Key Vocabulary: Degree, UCAS, Entry Requirements, Job Market, Employability, Soft Skills, Apprenticeship, Clearing, Labour Market Information (LMI), CV, Cover Letter, Recruitment 💡 Perfect For: • High School Careers Classes (Grades 9–12) • College & Career Readiness Programs • Drop-Down Days or Advisory Sessions • Post-16 Pathway Exploration • Transition Planning Lessons **We sell Complete Careers Units - Take a look at some of them here:** ⇨ [CAREERS KS3 UNIT](/teaching-resource/ks3-careers-unit-gatsby-benchmark-standards-12220690) ⇨ [Careers, Employability Skills + Enterprise Unit ](/teaching-resource/year-11-careers-unit-12168193) ⇨ [Careers and Gatsby Benchmarks Quizzes ](/teaching-resource/careers-and-gatsby-benchmark-12148009) ⇨ [Post 16 Options and Careers Lesson](/teaching-resource/post-16-options-careers-12167356) ⇨ [Careers and Employment Activities and Cardsorts ](/teaching-resource/careers-and-employment-12110887) ⇨ [Skills and Qualities Careers Quiz ](/teaching-resource/skills-and-qualities-careers-quiz-12148001) ⇨ [Careers - Writing a Personal Statement](/teaching-resource/careers-personal-statements-12168159) ⇨ [Careers - Student Workbook](/teaching-resource/careers-work-book-gatsby-benchmarks-12167891) ⇨ [Careers - Interview Preparation Lesson ](/teaching-resource/interview-preparation-careers-12168169) Be Ofsted and DfE PSHE ready with our resources! Product Code: C8/CCB/
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