Careers

At Lindsworth School we aim to ensure that all our pupils leave school with the skills to achieve a successful career.

Pupils and parents will have personal guidance on the world of work, knowledge of the pathways available to them post 16 and labour market information.

Your school education is preparing you for your future career. So thinking about what you enjoy or what you might like to do next can help you on your path. Use these pages to find your best next step.

Our Aims

To ensure that all students at the school receive a stable careers programme
To enable all students to learn from information provided by the career and labour market
The CEIAG programme should be individual and address the needs of each student
To link the curriculum learning to careers learning
To provide students with a series of encounters with employers and employees
To provide students with experiences of workplace(s)
To ensure that students have a series of encounters with further and higher education
To provide each student with the opportunity to receive personal guidance

Lindsworth School Careers News – Autumn Term

Talk Money Week: Birmingham Financial Futures Conference

As part of Talk Money Week, a national campaign led by the Money & Pensions Service each November, our Year 10 and Year 11 pupils had the exciting opportunity to attend the Birmingham Financial Futures Conference.

In the Youth Zone, hosted by Lovells, pupils joined peers from a mainstream school to take part in two inspiring sessions:

Exploring Careers in Housing Pupils met industry professionals and discovered the wide range of career paths available in housing—from construction and project management to financial roles. They also learned about the impressive salaries these careers can offer. To put their learning into practice, pupils worked on designing a regeneration project for their local area.
Understanding Gambling-Related Harm Delivered by Aquarius, a charity specialising in gambling-related harm, this session explored the risks of gambling in the context of gaming, encouraging pupils to think critically about the impact on individuals and communities.

Alongside the workshops, pupils visited a marketplace of organisations and senior professionals, gaining valuable insights and networking opportunities. They also toured the University campus, helping them to visualise higher education and raise their aspirations for the future.

Our pupils engaged enthusiastically throughout the day and left feeling inspired and motivated about the opportunities ahead.

Army Careers Talk

We were delighted to welcome representatives from the British Army into school to speak with pupils in Years 9, 10 and 11. The session gave pupils valuable insight into the wide range of careers available within the Army, from technical and engineering roles to leadership and specialist positions.

Pupils learned about the skills and training the Army provides, the opportunities for personal development, and the diverse pathways open to them after leaving school. The talk encouraged pupils to think about how their own strengths and interests could align with future career options, while also highlighting the importance of teamwork, resilience, and ambition.

This was a fantastic opportunity for our pupils to explore career possibilities and raise their aspirations for the future.

Careers Curriculum

The Lindsworth Careers Curriculum has been refreshed for the 2025/2026 academic year, ensuring pupils receive the very best support as they prepare for life beyond school.

Key updates include:

Enhanced units designed to guide pupils towards securing an appropriate Post-16 placement
Opportunities to complete college applications and produce a professional CV
Careers guidance interviews with a follow-up session to review progress and provide tailored advice

This updated programme is designed to help pupils build confidence, develop essential skills, and take positive steps towards their future pathways.

Lindsworth Careers Webpage

We are delighted to share that Birmingham Careers Service has created a dedicated webpage for our school. The Lindsworth section of their site provides a wealth of useful information, including:

Details about our careers advisor
Upcoming Post-16 open days
Guidance on apprenticeships
Access to virtual events
And much more to support pupils in planning their future pathways

You can explore the page by clicking the link below:

https://www.birminghamcareersservice.co.uk/lindsworth/

📅 Upcoming Events

We’re excited to share the opportunities coming up for our students:

December – Visit to West Midlands Police Headquarters (Years 7 & 8)
February – What Career? Live (Years 9, 10 & 11)
February – Lindsworth School Careers Fair (Years 9, 10 & 11)
March – National Careers Week

✨ Many more exciting opportunities will be added to the calendar throughout the year, so keep checking back for updates!

Contact

If you have any queries regarding Careers please contact

Andrew Jacques
Email : a.jacques@lindsworth.bham.sch.uk
Tel : 0121 693 5363