Being a Responsible Citizen. 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 it means to be responsible.
To consider how we can be responsible in different areas of our lives.
To create a responsibility action plan.
Some Key Terms Covered
Responsibility, Citizen, Society, SMART goal
Each Lesson Pack Contains:
1 Fully Editable Careers 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)
The lesson includes a detailed PowerPoint, variety of student facing tasks and comprehension tasks These resources have been designed to be engaging, informative and pick up and teach.
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Self-Improvement, Self-Care & Developing Soft Skills – PSHE / Citizenship Unit
Self-Improvement, Self-Care & Developing Soft Skills – PSHE / Citizenship Unit This dynamic and essential unit supports students in developing critical life skills that foster personal growth, emotional wellbeing, and effective communication. Designed to empower young people, the unit focuses on building self-awareness, accountability, resilience, and motivation—core attributes that contribute to success both in and outside of school. Students will explore how to make thoughtful decisions, communicate responsibly, manage stress through self-care, and develop perseverance to overcome challenges. These lessons nurture the soft skills that are increasingly valued by employers and essential for healthy relationships and lifelong learning. **Contents** • 7 Fully Editable Lesson Packs (see lesson topics below) • 7 Homework Ideas • 7 End-of-Lesson Confidence Checker Assessments • 1 Escape Room (Team Building Activity) **Lesson Topics** 1. Making Big and Small Life Decisions & Being Accountable 2. Speaking Responsibly & Listening Critically 3. How Do I Prepare for Tests & Exams? 4. Becoming a Responsible Citizen 5. Giving & Earning Respect 6. Follow Your Dreams: Motivation & Perseverance 7. Stress Management & Self-Care **Each Lesson PowerPoint Contains:** • Fully editable PowerPoints including: o Learning Outcomes o Confidence Checkers o Assessment of Learning o A variety of engaging student tasks o Embedded video links o High-quality visuals o Additional resource websites o Thought-provoking questions • Assessment Opportunity (Confidence Checker) • Teacher Notes on select slides • Fully aligned with latest DfE Guidance, PSHE Association core themes, and Gatsby Benchmarks in Careers Education **Learning Outcomes** • Understand the factors that make decision-making challenging, explain the importance of accountability, and explore different strategies for effective decision-making. • Define what it means to speak responsibly and listen critically; identify and evaluate various types of listening skills. • Recognise different learning styles, select preparation techniques suited to individual styles, and plan practical steps to prepare for tests and exams. • Explain the meaning of responsibility, reflect on how responsibility applies across different areas of life, and develop a personal responsibility action plan. • Define respect, understand how to earn respect from others, and practice ways to give respect in everyday interactions. • Identify personal motivators, understand perseverance, and develop criteria for recognising personal success. • Recognise signs of stress, explore how self-care can reduce stress, and create a personalised self-care plan. **Key Words** Accountability, Decision-Making, Responsibility Communication, Listening Skills, Critical Thinking Learning Styles, Revision, Exam Preparation Respect, Empathy, Interpersonal Skills Motivation, Perseverance, Goal Setting Stress, Self-Care, Emotional Wellbeing **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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Building Responsible Citizens – Year 7 PSHE & Citizenship Unit
Building Responsible Citizens – Year 7 PSHE & Citizenship Unit This comprehensive PSHE and Citizenship unit is specially designed for Year 7 students to develop a strong foundation in personal responsibility and community awareness. The lessons encourage students to explore what it means to be responsible individuals and active members of society, equipping them with essential skills for leadership, ethical decision-making, relationship-building, and self-care. Through engaging activities and real-life case studies, students will reflect on their roles within their families, schools, and wider communities, fostering empathy, mindfulness, and a caring attitude toward others. 📦 Contents • 7 Lesson Packs (detailed below) • 7 Homework Ideas • 7 End of Lesson Confidence Checker Assessments • 1 Escape Room (Team Building Activity) 📚 Lesson Topics 1. Becoming a Responsible Citizen 2. What Makes a Good Leader? (Including Case Studies) 3. Building Relationships 4. Moral and Ethical Decisions 5. Caring for the Elderly 6. Safety in Snow and Ice 7. What is Mindfulness? 🎥 Each Lesson PowerPoint Contains: • Fully Editable PowerPoint including Learning Outcomes, Confidence Checkers, Assessment of Learning, a Variety of Tasks, Embedded Video URL Clips, High-Quality Engaging Slides, Extra Support Websites, and Thoughtful, Challenging Questioning • Assessment Opportunity (Confidence Checker) • Teacher Notes (included on some slides) • Mapped to the Latest DfE Guidance, PSHE Association Core Themes, and Gatsby Benchmarks in Careers Education 🎯 Sample Learning Outcomes: • Understand what it means to be responsible and explore ways to take responsibility in different areas of life. Develop a personal responsibility action plan. • Identify the traits, experience, behaviours, and practices that define a good leader. • Understand different types of relationships, the key factors they are built upon, and ways to nurture positive relationships with others. • Understand the human lifespan and reflect on the additional care needed as people age. Explore the different roles and careers involved in elderly care. • Recognise safety measures and precautions when dealing with snow and ice. • Understand mindfulness, its benefits, and how to practice it to support emotional wellbeing. **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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Safe and Responsible Citizens – Complete PSHE Unit for Secondary Students
Safe and Responsible Citizens – Complete PSHE Unit for Secondary Students (7-Lesson Pack + Assessments) Equip your students with essential knowledge and life skills to stay safe, act responsibly, and thrive as informed digital and real-world citizens. This ready-to-teach unit covers a range of safety, citizenship, and behavior topics through engaging, editable lessons. What’s Included: ✔️ 7 Fully Resourced, Editable PSHE Lessons ✔️ 7 Homework Activities ✔️ 7 Confidence Checker Assessments Lesson Topics Covered: Sun Safety – Risks, Protection, and Staying Safe Fire Safety – Prevention, Response, and Awareness Road Safety & E-Scooter Use – Risks of Headphones and Urban Travel Tackling Screen Addiction – Encouraging Outdoor Activities Becoming a Responsible Citizen – Personal and Social Responsibility Online Gaming Safety – Risks of Addiction, Violence, and Cyberbullying Understanding Anti-Social Behavior – Causes, Impact, and Prevention Each Lesson Includes: Fully Editable PowerPoint Presentation Clear Learning Outcomes Confidence Checkers & Built-in Assessments Wide Variety of Engaging Tasks & Scenario-Based Activities Video Clip Integration & Extension Resources Teacher Notes on Selected Slides Mapped to the latest DfE Guidance, PSHE Association Themes, and Gatsby Benchmarks Learning Objectives: Learn how to manage personal safety in various environments (sun, fire, road, online) Build awareness of technology-related risks and healthy digital habits Reflect on responsibilities as active citizens in school and society Understand and evaluate anti-social behaviors and their consequences Promote critical thinking, self-regulation, and SMART goal setting Key Vocabulary: Sun Safety, Dehydration, Fire Drill, Road Responsibility, E-Scooter Laws, Screen Time, Metaverse, Digital Identity, SMART Goals, Cyberbullying, PEGI Ratings, Anti-Social Behavior **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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