What support is there to help my child prepare for the future?
Preparation for transition post 16 and future careers should start early - long before your child becomes an adult. Since the Raising of the Participation Age the law states that young people must be in some form of ‘education or training’ until they are 18. This can include ·
- Further education at a local college or training provider to follow a study programme
- Apprenticeship- An apprenticeship is a way to gain the skills, knowledge and experience you need to get into many careers. They combine work, training and study, letting you ‘earn while you learn’. Apprenticeships are available across a range of areas.
- Traineeship - Usually a 6 month programme made up of extended work experience working towards qualifications. A traineeship will normally lead to an apprenticeship or work.
- Supported Internship- Supported Internships are a study programme for learners with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Learners will have a work placement and complete relevant qualifications alongside their placement.
If your son/daughter has an Education, Health and Care (EHC) plan, the Year 9 annual review and every review after that, will include a focus on preparing for adulthood. This means there should be targets in the EHC plan that will help your child to achieve steps towards preparing for post 16 options. The EHCP will be updated as your child progresses (SENDLO Wirral. Wirral's Local Offer of SEND Services)
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From year 7 your son/daughter can access impartial careers advice that will be tailored to their needs. Speak to Mrs Kimber to arrange an appointment— parents are welcome to speak to the school careers advisor or attend any in school meetings. Contact [email protected] to arrange.
Useful websites and contacts
- List of local Colleges and Training Providers · National Careers Service—Speak to a Careers Advisor for advice and support— 0800 100 900
- National Apprenticeship Service email: [email protected] Telephone: 0800 015 0400