Careers
Careers, Pathways & Employability
At The Hazeley Academy, we believe every young person should leave our Academy well prepared for life beyond their studies. Alongside achieving strong academic qualifications, we are committed to developing Character, Confidence and Creativity so that our students become well-rounded individuals who are ready to succeed, be happy and contribute positively to the wider community.
High-quality careers education, information, advice and guidance play a key role in this vision. Our careers programme is carefully designed in line with the Gatsby Benchmarks of Good Career Guidance, ensuring a structured and progressive approach from Years 7 to 12. Through this, students gain access to clear information, impartial advice and meaningful experiences that help them understand the full range of opportunities available.
Students can access Careers Information through a cross-curricular approach including:
- PSHE programme
- Careers talks and assemblies
- Annual Careers Fair Yr8, Yr10, Yr11 and Post-16
- Curriculum Links
- Enrichment
- Speed networking – Yr7 to Yr10
- Extra-Curricular opportunities –Trips and Visits
- Employer and alumni engagement
- Careers appointments, workshops and drop-in sessions
- Work Experience Yr10 and Yr12
Through these experiences, students are supported to:
- Develop self-awareness, recognising their strengths and areas for development
- Build employability and essential soft skills
- Explore different career pathways and opportunities
- Make informed and timely decisions about their future
- Take responsibility for their own career journey
- Use available opportunities to prepare for working life
All students in Years 7–11 benefit from at least one personalised guidance meeting with a Careers Advisor, Form Tutor, Progress Leader or a member of the Pathways team. These discussions help students plan their next steps and set targets to support their aspirations. Additional support is provided for students with an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) to ensure informed and inclusive decision-making.
Our goal is to inform, inspire and motivate students so they can confidently plan their futures and recognise how the decisions they make today shape their tomorrow.
The careers programme is regularly evaluated every half-term and formally reviewed on an annual basis to ensure it continues to meet the needs of all learners.
Hazeley Pathways and Employability Programme 2025-26.pdf
5DT Careers Policy - November 2025
Unifrog
What is Unifrog? Unifrog is a user-friendly platform that brings all the available information into one comprehensive place and helps students make the best choices, and submit the strongest applications. They help students compare every university course, every apprenticeship, and Further Education courses - then apply successfully. Parents can also get involved - they have their own Unifrog accounts.
All students in Years 7-13 have access to Unifrog. This is a web-based tool that students are registered on. Over their time at The Hazeley Academy, they will use this to record their activities and the competencies they develop, which will show all the soft interpersonal skills they need for the world of work. They will be able to search pathways for Post-16 and Post-18 which includes Sixth Form, College, Apprenticeships and Universities. Their form tutors will use the information on Unifrog for their pathway conversations and to support their decision-making for GCSE, Post-16 and Post-18.
Work Experience - Year 10
All students in Year 10 have the opportunity to do a week’s work placement. This needs to be arranged independently. There is a database with our external partner Proactive whereby students search for companies who have previously taken work experience students.
Completing work experience gives students an opportunity to experience the world of work and develop the skills and qualities they need to thrive in the work place.
Recommended Websites
www.bbc.co.uk/schools/parents/gcse_choosing/ For year 8 students - this will provide information about how to choose GCSE subjects.
www.plotr.co.uk - suitable for students in years 8, 9 and 10. They will be able to take the quiz to find out which job might suit them. This will help students to explore different careers and industries through videos and articles about the world of work.
www.icloud.com - suitable for students in years 8 and 9. Gives advice on careers choices and career suggestions.
www.careersbox.co.uk - suitable for students in all years. Students can watch videos of people in different jobs.
www.nationalcareersservice.direct.gov.uk - suitable for students in all years. This website provides information about different jobs and the labour market. Students can also create an account and use the Skills Health Check to discover their strengths and how these might be matched in the world of work. Students will be able to access independent, professional advice on skills, training and careers.
www.studentladder.co.uk - suitable for students in Years 10 and 11. Provides advice on work experience, careers, choosing A level subjects and beyond. There are also a variety of workshops which can be used to prepare students for their chosen pathway.
www.apprenticeships.org.uk - suitable for students in Years 10, 11, 12 and 13. Students will be able to find out about different apprenticeships and how to apply.
www.unifrog.org - students can use their personal login to research options at post 16 and 18 and work through the different tools to help them prepare for their future pathway.
www.thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk - suitable for students in Years 10, 11, 12 and 13. This site will provide league tables of the best universities, allowing students to compare universities, courses, prospects and career options.
www.which.co.uk/univeristy - suitable for students in Years 10, 11, 12 and 13. Students will be able to compare universities and make a decision on which is best for them.
www.notgoingtouni.co.uk - suitable for students in Years 10, 11, 12 and 13. Provides information about pathways other than university. It has information about apprenticeships, distance learning, voluntary work, jobs, training and gap years.
Labour Market Information - School Labour Market Information (semlep.com)
Measuring Success
We measure success through use of the Compass Evaluation tool, our destination data and Unifrog data as well as student, parent and employer feedback.
Provider Access Policy Statement
To view our Policy Statement on Provider Access and - please click on the following link:Policy Statement on Provider Access
Who to Contact
For more information please contact:
Assistant Principal Mr Attard
Telephone - 01908 555620