Careers Information
High-quality careers education, information, advice and guidance help our students make informed choices about their futures, so they can develop their interests and potential, and follow the path that is right for them to progress into work.
This page is designed to support our students and their families by providing statutory information and guidance, alongside a range of resources that compliments the careers provision our students experience from Year 7 to Year 11.
Careers Coordinator
Name: Mr James Forbes
Telephone: 01268 696811
Email Address: james.forbes@castleviewschool.co.uk
Summary of the CVS Careers Programme
Castle View School annually monitor, assess and review the impact of our careers programme. The date of the next review is September 2027.
How CVS measures the impact of our Careers Programme
The schools Careers Programme incorporates aspects of our Personal Development Curriculum, independent careers talks, visits from post-16 providers, trips and visits, external careers events, in school activities during national careers week, Year 10 work experience, opportunities to meet with employers during mock interview day, careers guidance meetings and half termly assemblies highlighting employability skills.
Pupils, parents, carers, teachers and employers can access information about our programme as well as supporting resources on this page.
CVS Careers Programme Overview 2026-2027
*Note this plan is continually reviewed and flexible to the ongoing needs of our students and the in-year opportunities made available to the school.
Careers Education Information and Guidance Policy
Careers Policy Statement on provider access
Unifrog
Unifrog is the Careers platform that we use in school with all year groups. This platform provides a comprehensive, digital platform designed to support schools meet the Gatsby Benchmarks. Students can access this platform at home and is the online tool the school uses to support Year 10 Work Experience.
Step by Step Student Guide to work experience Unifrog
Work Experience Email Template
Labour Market Information
Labour market information is data about jobs, skills, pay, and employment trends that helps people understand current and future opportunities in the world of work. Below is the labour market information for our local area. This information is built into our Personal Development curriculum and assembly programme.
Labour Market Information - BASILDON
Labour Market Information - CASTLE POINT
Labour Market Information - SOUTHEND
Click here for careers videos and ideas for your future
Next Steps Support
Our Personal Development curriculum exposes our students to the opportunities available to them at a post-16 stage. This section provides a snapshot of information and several links to support our students, parents and carers through this process.
Links that can help you find the college or sixth form that is right for you:
National Qualifications Framework
Website links that can help with finding a career that is right for you:
Website links about apprenticeships:
Website links about University Courses:
Website links about post-16 financial support:
Further education courses and funding: Financial help - GOV.UK
16 to 19 Bursary Fund: Overview - GOV.UK
Subsidised transport for 16 to 19 year olds in education - GOV.UK
Help with home to school transport - GOV.UK
CV Writing Guide
To apply for a job in the future you will usually need a Curriculum Vitae (CV). This is a summary of your education, experiences of work and achievements that provide a potential employer a snapshot of you that makes them want to find out more. Below are some resources to help create your own CV.
Curriculum Vitae exampleWriting Your Curriculum VitaeWriting a Covering letter
The National Careers Service
The National Careers Service website makes it easy for both adults and young people to access information and advice about education, training and work.
Click here to visit The National Careers Service.
Young people and parents can speak to an appropriately qualified adviser by contacting the helpline which is available seven days a week on 0800 100 900.
