Careers Provision Statement for Stakeholders – The Heights Burnley
At The Heights Burnley, we recognise that high-quality careers education is a shared responsibility – one that relies on strong partnerships with stakeholders to raise aspirations, enhance opportunities, and ensure meaningful progression for all our learners.
Our careers provision is designed to meet the needs of our pupils. We deliver a structured, personalised programme that aligns with the Gatsby Benchmarks and is embedded across the curriculum from Year 7 to Year 11.
Key elements of our provision include:
- One-to-one careers guidance with a qualified advisor
- Employer encounters, workplace visits, and motivational speakers
- CV writing, interview skills, and transition support
- Work experience placement and tailored extended work placement opportunities
- Engagement with further and higher education providers
- Tailored support for SEND learners and those with EHCPs
- Use of labour market information to inform planning and raise awareness of local opportunities
We actively seek and value stakeholder feedback to ensure our provision remains responsive, relevant, and impactful. By working collaboratively with employers, colleges, training providers, and local agencies, we aim to create pathways that are not only aspirational but also accessible and achievable for every young person.
Together, we are shaping futures – helping our students develop the skills, confidence, and direction needed to succeed beyond The Heights.
Stakeholder Feedback
Working with The Heights has been a really positive experience. We’ve built a great partnership that makes supporting pupils with careers advice both meaningful and enjoyable. The team is always welcoming, proactive, and clearly committed to helping young people explore their future options — it’s brilliant to be part of that journey.
Fiona Jeal – DWP East Lancs Schools Adviser
We always value the opportunity to visit The Heights, Burnley, on behalf of East Lancashire Learning Group to showcase the wide range of opportunities available at Nelson & Colne College and Accrington & Rossendale College. The team at The Heights consistently provides us with a warm welcome and excellent support.
It’s particularly rewarding to see students engage with our presentations, explore their interests further, and progress to submitting applications. We are proud to see these students now thriving in further education – a testament to the dedication of The Heights staff in preparing their learners for the next stage of their academic journey.
Paul Scott – East Lancashire Learning Group
Burnley College have worked with The Heights Burnley on numerous occasions and each time, we are greeting with high levels of professionalism and dedication from both the staff and students. The careers provision at the school is of a high standard and the school consistently encourages and supports its students.
Olivia Isherwood Burnley College.
Colleges & Training Providers
Working in Partnership with Colleges and Education Providers
At The Heights Burnley, we are proud to work in close partnership with local colleges, training providers, Employment organisations and higher education institutions. These partnerships are vital in helping our students make informed choices about their future pathways.
By collaborating with a wide range of education providers, we ensure that students:
- Receive up-to-date information on post-16 and post-18 options.
- Access taster sessions, campus visits, and workshops.
- Gain support with applications, interviews, and transition.
- Explore a variety of academic, vocational, and technical routes.
Our goal is to open doors to further education, apprenticeships, and university by ensuring every learner has the knowledge and confidence to take their next steps successfully.
https://www.craven-college.ac.uk/
Support services & Organization’s
https://www.newgroundtogether.co.uk/
https://www.kingstrust.org.uk/
https://www.training2000.co.uk/
https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/department-for-work-pensions
How to contact the school:
If any providers want to contact the school, please contact
Nicola Sneddon – Careers Lead
Email: nsneddon@heightsburnley-ept.com Phone: 01282 882150
