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Next Steps: Careers & Study – PSHE Unit ( Living in the Wider World)
Ideal for schools following the PSHE Association’s Secondary Thematic Programme Builder
Topic Focus:
Application processes, career planning, study skills, and employability for life beyond school

Prepare your students for post-16 transitions with this comprehensive Next Steps unit. This Cre8tive Curriculum bundle supports young people in building confidence, managing exam pressure, and developing the essential skills needed for further education, training, or employment. Whether writing CVs, planning career paths, or preparing for interviews, these lessons offer practical, real-world value aligned with the PSHE Association’s Autumn 2 theme.

Included Lesson Packs
☞ SMART Targets, Action Points & Career Planning
☞ Dealing with Exam Stress (2-hour session)
☞ CV Writing Workshop
☞ Careers and Personal Statements
☞ Post-16 Options and Career Choices
☞ Interview Skills
☞ Making Successful Applications
☞ Exploring Careers & Job Roles

Bonus Materials
☞ Post-16 University Quiz
☞ Y11 PSHE Introduction Lesson

Learning Outcomes
Students will learn to:
• Set and achieve SMART goals
• Apply constructive feedback to future planning
• Use effective revision and time-management strategies
• Explore post-16 options and diverse career pathways
• Write compelling CVs and personal statements
• Prepare for interviews and application processes
• Enhance employability and manage their online presence

Every Lesson Pack Includes:
• Fully Editable PowerPoint
• Student Worksheets
• Mindfulness Extension Activities
• Confidence Checkers & Assessment Tasks
• Teacher Notes & Guidance
• Video Clips, Extra Websites, & Group Tasks
• Mapped to PSHE Association PoS (L1, L2, L3, L4, L6, L7, L8, L11, L12, L21)
• Fully aligned with DfE Statutory RSE & Health Guidance

At Cre8tive Curriculum, we help teachers equip students with the tools they need to succeed—personally, academically, and professionally.
✅ Editable
✅ Engaging
✅ Easy to deliver
✅ Future-focused