Careers Information
Upcoming Events: |
Please see below a list of upcoming careers events in the Bicester and Oxford area. The majority of these events are free to attend, and I would particularly encourage our KS4 students to take advantage of as many opportunities as possible.
This page will be updated regularly as new events become available, so please do check back often to make sure you don’t miss out on any upcoming opportunities.
Oxfordshire Careers Fest – Wednesday 18th March | 4pm-7pm | Kassam Stadium, Oxford
Buckinghamshire College Group Open Day - Saturday 21st March | 10am - 1pm | Aylesbury Campus
CareerDays.co.uk - varying weekend dates & times | offers a series of online work experience and Career Days designed specifically for students aged 13–18 with a personalised certificate for UCAS or CV use upon completion
Careers at a Glance
At Heyford Park School, our careers programme helps students develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to make informed choices about their future.
Our Careers Programme:
- Delivered from Year 7 to Year 11
- Aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks
- Supports academic, vocational and technical pathways
- Promotes equality of opportunity for all students
What Students Experience:
- Careers education through the curriculum and PSHE
- Encounters with employers and education and training providers
- Information about apprenticeships, T Levels and post-16 pathways
- A one-week work experience placement in Year 10
- Access to impartial careers guidance
Support and Guidance:
- Additional support for students with SEND and those at risk of becoming NEET
- Careers guidance tailored to individual needs
Provider Access:
- Full compliance with the Provider Access Legislation (Baker Clause)
- Balanced, impartial information from a range of providers
Measuring Impact:
- Student and employer feedback
- Review of destinations data
- Annual evaluation of the careers programme
For further information, please explore the Careers pages or contact the Careers Leader:
Miss L. O’Sullivan
lyosullivan@heyford.epatrust.org
