The transition of students to post-school provision represents a significant period of change for both our young people and their families. We work with all parties to ensure the transition period is a well-established process and not a single event.
In October/November a concentrated effort is made to check the destinations of each young person, including their living arrangements and continued qualifications or training if appropriate. This is done by a variety of methods, including contact with the school/college and speaking to the young person, their parent or guardian.
Students who stay on post-16 are more likely to progress to further education and learning on leaving school.
Parents and students have access to on-site future pathways advice, information and guidance, including support from our Options and Careers Co-ordinator.
Below are some documents to support the transition process.
- Applying to college timeline
- Picture transition options
- What is the Options & Careers Service?
- What is an Options & Careers Meeting? – student sheet
- Specialist colleges information sheet
- Ansbury SEND EHCP guide (symbolised)
- Get Ahead Magazine – in this magazine, you will find advice, information and resources on post-16 education, training and employment. Issue 1 features an article and tips on creating a CV from former student, Luke Nadin.
- Easy Read Guide – Going to a job interview
- Easy Read Guide – Finding a job
- Easy Read Guide – Writing a CV
Careers Programme Information
Please contact Options and Careers Co-ordinator Sue Thorns for further information: sthorns@victoria.poole.sch.uk
Useful websites
Click here for useful careers information websites:
Careers – BBC Bitesize
Job locations – key questions answered
Dorset – Your Futures
Dorset Careers Hub
Explore Labour Market Information