Information for Staff

Hendon School is committed to ensuring that students receive high-quality careers education. To support Gatsby benchmark 4 “Careers in the curriculum,” all staff  have a role to play in embedding careers, It is important that students understand how their learning connects to the world beyond school.  

All staff should:

• Deliver the planned mentoring, SMART Futures (PSHCE) curriculum, Climate curriculum and Drop-down days
• Ensure that there are opportunities to explore links between their subjects and the ‘real’ world of work and careers.
• Encourage and engage in conversations with all students about their career goals and next steps post education.
• Prepare young people at Hendon School for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life.
• Help young people investigate opportunities for further learning and employment, make decisions and manage transitions across the key stages at 13+, 16+ and 18+.

Opportunities may include:

• Subject based tasks during lessons
• Host an employer talk in the classroom
• Take part in work-related learning events or careers day.
• Host a virtual work experience event
• Referring students to the Careers advisor for additional support.

Resources available:

• All staff have access to Unifrog, which has subject links and lesson activities.
• There is a range of subject specific resources are available on the schools intranet.
• Staff can also speak to the Careers team for additional support.

CPD opportunities:

• Staff training opportunities are held throughout the year for all staff
• Additional Inset opportunities are shared with all staff