Thank you for your interest in working with King James I Academy. We value strong partnerships with employers, training providers, and organisations who are willing to support our students in understanding the world of work and making informed decisions about their futures.

Employer engagement is a vital part of our careers programme and helps us ensure that students develop the skills, knowledge, and aspirations they need to succeed.

Why Work with Us?

By working with King James I Academy, employers can:

• Inspire young people and raise aspirations
• Help students understand real-world career pathways
• Contribute to developing future talent and skills
• Support social mobility and equality of opportunity
• Engage staff in meaningful volunteering and professional development

We aim to build long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with employers from a wide range of sectors.

Our Careers Programme

Our careers programme supports students from Key Stage 3 through to Sixth Form and is designed in line with the Gatsby Benchmarks for Good Careers Guidance.

Employer encounters are carefully planned to:

• Link learning to real careers and industries
• Support curriculum understanding
• Challenge stereotypes and broaden horizons
• Prepare students for further education, training, and employment

How Employers Can Get Involved

We welcome employer involvement in a variety of ways, including:

• Careers talks or assemblies
• Curriculum-linked workshops
• Participation in careers fairs
• Mock interviews and employability days
• Mentoring or coaching opportunities
• Workplace visits
• Work experience and work shadowing placements
• Apprenticeship and training provider talks

Activities can be in person or virtual, and we are happy to discuss flexible options to suit your availability.

Who You Will Work With

Our employer encounters typically involve students aged 11–18, depending on the activity. We will always:

• Clearly explain the age group and purpose of the activity
• Prepare students in advance
• Ensure staff are present to support and supervise

Safeguarding, Health & Safety

King James I Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students.

We will:

• Provide clear safeguarding guidance for all visitors
• Advise on DBS requirements where appropriate
• Ensure appropriate supervision during all activities
• Support risk assessments and insurance requirements for workplace activities and work experience

Our team will guide employers through all necessary arrangements.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion through our careers programme.

We welcome employers from all sectors and backgrounds and value role models who:

• Challenge stereotypes
• Promote inclusive workplaces
• Represent diverse career pathways

Impact and Evaluation

Employer feedback and student voice are used to evaluate and improve our careers programme. Your involvement directly supports:

• Positive student destinations
• Gatsby Benchmarks 5 and 6 (Encounters with employers and experiences of workplaces)
• High-quality careers provision across the Academy

Get in Touch

If you are interested in supporting careers education at King James I Academy, we would love to hear from you.

Careers Leader / Employer Engagement Lead:
Name: Lucy Mulryan
Email:

We look forward to working with you to support our students’ future success.