Careers Education at Springwell Lincolnshire

Inspiring Futures, Building a Community of Success

At Springwell Lincolnshire, we are deeply committed to providing every student with the guidance, support, and opportunities they need to build a bright and successful future. Our approach to careers education is woven into the fabric of our school’s ethos of second chances, trauma-informed care, and unwavering belief in the potential of each individual.

We understand that for our students, the path to a fulfilling career may have unique challenges. That is why our careers programme is designed to be personalised, aspirational, and transformative. We aim to empower our students with the self-belief, skills, and knowledge to not only identify their career goals but to confidently pursue them.

Our careers education is underpinned by the government’s statutory guidance and the eight Gatsby Benchmarks of Good Career Guidance, ensuring a comprehensive and effective programme for all.

Our Vision for Careers

Our vision is to equip every Springwell student with the ambition and resilience to thrive in the world of work. We strive to:

• Broaden Horizons: Introduce students to a wide range of career pathways and opportunities they may have never considered.
• Develop Essential Skills: Foster the development of key employability skills such as communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and financial literacy.
• Build Confidence and Self-Belief: Nurture a positive mindset and the confidence to overcome obstacles and pursue ambitious goals.
• Promote Lifelong Learning: Instil an understanding of the importance of continuous learning and adaptation in an ever-changing world of work.
• Ensure Meaningful Encounters: Provide every student with multiple opportunities to learn from employers about work, employment, and the skills that are valued in the workplace.

A Tailored Programme of Support

Our careers programme is delivered throughout a student’s time at Springwell Lincolnshire and is tailored to their individual needs and aspirations. Key components of our programme include:

• One-to-One Guidance: Personalised careers advice and guidance from our dedicated and trained careers team to help students explore their options and create a clear plan for their future.
• Engaging Curriculum Links: Integrating careers learning into all subject areas, helping students to understand the relevance of their studies to the world of work.
• Employer Encounters: A vibrant programme of guest speakers, workplace visits, and mentoring opportunities with local and national employers, providing real-world insights into different industries.
• Work Experience: Meaningful work experience placements that allow students to develop practical skills and gain a valuable understanding of a professional environment.
• Post-16 Transition Support: Comprehensive support for students as they transition to further education, apprenticeships, or employment, including college applications, CV writing, and interview preparation.
• Labour Market Information: Access to up-to-date information on the local and national job markets, ensuring students are aware of current and future opportunities.

Our Commitment to Partnership

We believe that a successful careers programme is built on strong partnerships. We work closely with:

• Parents and Carers: We value the role of parents and carers in their child’s career development and provide regular information and opportunities to be involved.
• Employers and Businesses: We are always looking to expand our network of employer partners. If you are a local business and would like to support our students, please get in touch. Your expertise and experience can make a real difference.
• Post-16 Providers: We have strong links with local colleges, sixth forms, and apprenticeship providers to ensure smooth transitions for our students.
• The Careers & Enterprise Company and Greater Lincolnshire LEP: We actively engage with these organisations to enhance our careers provision and ensure we are following best practice.

Find Out More

We are proud of the careers education we provide at Springwell Lincolnshire and are committed to continuously developing our programme to meet the needs of our students.

Together, we can help every young person at Springwell Lincolnshire to build a future they can be proud of.

Career Lead for Springwell Grantham is Rebecca Moulding; 01476 833127

Provider Access Statement

Please click here for Springwell Learning Community Lincolnshire’s Provider Access Statement.

Independent Careers Advice

Careers guidance and support at Springwell Lincolnshire is provided by Career Connect. Career Connect provides a comprehensive and tailored support system for our young people, focusing on personalised career guidance, wellbeing, and practical pathways to employment and further education. Recognising the unique challenges and diverse needs of our students, Career Connect delivers a suite of services designed to build confidence, resilience, and the skills necessary for a successful transition into their next steps.

At the core of Career Connect’s approach is one-to-one and group careers information, advice, and guidance. This is delivered by experienced advisers who work closely with students, staff, parents, and carers to create personal action plans. This bespoke guidance is impartial and aims to align with each student’s individual goals and circumstances, ensuring they are well-informed to make crucial decisions about their future.