Careers and Post-16

The careers education, information, advice and guidance (CEIAG) programme at Brockington College plays a vital role in preparing our young people for the opportunities, responsibilities and experiences of adult life. Our programme is designed to be progressive from Year 7 through to Year 11, giving students the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to make informed choices at 14–16 and beyond.

We aim to raise aspirations, challenge stereotypes and open students’ eyes to the wide range of pathways available to them. Through high-quality careers education and guidance, we encourage every student to explore their interests, develop their talents and work towards courses or careers that inspire them.

Careers education is delivered mainly through PSHCE lessons, supported by a wide range of extra-curricular activities, employer encounters and enrichment opportunities. This ensures students not only learn about careers in the classroom but also experience real-world contexts that help bring their learning to life.

We regularly evaluate the impact of our CEIAG programme against the Gatsby Benchmarks for good careers education, ensuring that we meet national standards and continually strengthen the support we provide for our students’ futures.

CEIAG Coordinator – Mrs G Troy – admin@brockington.embracemat.org

Careers Advisor – Mr J Singh – careers@brockington.embraceemat.org

Post-16 Information Evening 2025

During their time at Brockington, students have the opportunity to meet and speak with a wide range of post-16 providers, employers and universities. These encounters are designed to help students begin thinking about their next steps after leaving Brockington College and to develop an understanding of the knowledge, skills and qualifications needed for future success.

As all young people are now required to remain in some form of education or training until the age of 18, these opportunities are invaluable in helping students appreciate the different pathways available to them once they complete their GCSEs.

This year’s Post-16 Evening will take place on Thursday 9 October 2025, from 5.00 pm to 7.00 pm. The event is open to all Year 10 and Year 11 students, as we believe it is vital for them to start engaging with their aspirations early, exploring the full range of possibilities and beginning to shape a vision for their future.

Careers education and guidance

Careers guidance

Start

Start is a free, online careers platform designed to connect 11-18 year olds with their future career potential. It combines the most comprehensive source of information with a personalised experience and career planning tools, helping our students to make more informed decisions about their future study and career options, as well as developing their employability.

Student profile

Students build their profile and access personalised study and career information.

Modules

Activities to guide students through the information on Start at the right time. Up to date information and engaging content on what to study, where to learn and the world of work.

Locker

An online record of achievement to evidence skills for future applications and CVs. Employability action plan: Students can set goals and stay in control of their career planning.

National Careers Service

The National Careers Service helpline is available for young people (aged 13 upwards) every day from 8am till 10pm on 0800 100 900.

Leicester Employment Hub

Connextions can support young people living in Leicester city.

Leicestershire County Careers Advice

Young people living in Leicestershire, can access information and support via the county council website.

Other sources of support

Need more information? See below a range of people and resources to support you with advice and guidance.

  • Careers library
  • Family
  • Friends
  • Subject teachers
  • Form tutor
  • Pastoral manager
  • Head of year
  • Mr Mayes

Work experience

Every Year 10 student has the opportunity to complete a one-week work experience placement, giving them valuable insight into the world of work and helping them develop key employability skills. Work experience is authorised for five school days, providing students with the chance to learn in a real-life setting, explore career interests and build confidence for the future.

For this academic year, we have provisionally set aside the week commencing Monday 22 June 2026 for work experience placements.

Brockington Application Form

Work Experience Parent Launch Presentation

Post-16

The law states that all students have to stay in learning until at least their 18th birthday. Students can choose from:

  • a full time course at a college studying for A -levels or a vocational qualification
  • learning while you work on an apprenticeship, traineeship or study programme
  • spend 20 hours or more a week working or volunteering, while in part-time education or training.

PS16

Year 11 students have now been issued with their usernames and passwords in order to start to put together their post-16 applications via the ‘Positive Steps @ 16  website.

We have also put together a video demonstration of how the website and application process works for parents and carers, as well as a user guide to refer to. Please not that the demonstration materials do look slightly different to the live site as the demo is a national resource, where as the website is branded as ‘Positive Steps’ at local level.

Additional support is available through our careers advisor and the pastoral team for those who would like or need additional time or support to research post-16 options and complete applications.

If you have any queries about this process, please do not hesitate to contact the year 11 team or our CEIAG coordinator on 0116 2863722 via school reception.

Upcoming open events

SMB College Group – Melton Campus
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Loughborough College 
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SMB College Group – Brooksby Campus
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Leicester College 
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SMB College Group – Stephenson Campus
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Beauchamp City 6th Form
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Bosworth Academy
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WQE
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NWSLC
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Gateway College
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Countesthorpe Academy
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Lutterworth Academy
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Local colleges

The colleges listed below mainly cater for students aged 16–18 and specialise in a wide range of academic and vocational  courses to prepare students for higher education and future careers.   You can expect to have to meet minimum GCSE grade requirements in order to enrol on courses.

Beauchamp College offers a wide range of A-level courses.

Beauchamp City Sixth Form offers a range of A-level courses.

Bosworth Academy offers a range of A-level courses.

Brooksby Melton College offers a range of specialist vocational courses.

Brookvale Groby College offers a range of A-level and vocational courses.

Countesthorpe Academy offers a range of A-level courses.

Gateway College offers a range of A-level courses

Leicester College offers a range of vocational courses.

Loughborough College offers a range of A-level and vocational courses.

Lutterworth College offers a range of A-level courses

NWSLC offers a range of vocational courses

WQEI College offers a range of A-level courses

Wigston College offers a range of A-level and vocational courses

Apprenticeships

Apprenticeships combine practical training in a job with study. As an apprentice you’ll:

  • work alongside experienced staff
  • gain job-specific skills
  • earn a wage and get holiday pay
  • study towards a related qualification.

With so many opportunities on offer, there are several ways you can find an apprenticeship.
More information can be found on the gov.uk website or via The Apprenticeship Guide. 

www.apprenticeships.gov.uk provides a whole host of information and enables you to search for apprenticeship vacancies.

The GetMyFirstJob website is a website which allows you to search for apprenticeships and opportunities with many well known employers and training providers.

Search and apply for apprenticeships vacancies near you via the Start website.

Bellway apprenticeship vacancies

Bellway have over 50 opportunities nationwide in a range of disciplines including quantity surveying, engineering, bricklaying and administration. Various closing dates apply.

Watling JCB apprenticeship vacancies

Watling JCB Limited wish to recruit self-motivated and enthusiastic individuals to the posts of Apprentice Service Engineers, based in their head office in Whetstone. Click here for more information.

Army Foundation College

AFC Harrogate prepares 16 and 17 year olds for a career in the British Army, equipping junior soldiers with the military skills, fitness and education that they need for a great start in an exciting profession.

If you want to find out more about AFC Harrogate and the careers it can lead to, click here to find out more.

Find out more by visiting:
Leicester Army Careers Centre
St Georges House, 6 St Georges Way, Leicester, LE1 1SH
0116 2543232
RG-ACCLeicesterCA1@mod.gov.uk