At My Oasis, we place great value on ensuring every student is well prepared for their next steps beyond our provision. The Career’s Programme at My Oasis consists of various activities, lessons, schemes of learning, guidance and support to students with a comprehensive Preparing for Adulthood (PFA) programme for those students diagnosed with SEND.
Our aim is to help young people develop the knowledge, skills, confidence and resilience they need to become successful members of society. We understand that many of our students require additional support to recognise their strengths, explore opportunities and build ambition. Through personalised guidance and meaningful experiences, we therefore help them see what is possible for their future.
Careers education is embedded throughout our academic and therapeutic curriculum. We provide structured opportunities for students to:
Preparation for Adulthood begins early at My Oasis as students begin this programme when they enter KS3, with the programme linking closely with a student’s EHCP outcomes and future career aspirations.
From when students begin with us in Year 7, they are introduced to various activities that promote and develop knowledge and skills in:
As students move into KS4, this develops into more focused exploration of career routes, qualifications, vocational interests and transition planning. Students are encouraged to complete a skills-based assessment to help them explore further the careers most in line with their skill set and future aspirations.
We believe young people benefit most from encountering real employers and work place environments, which is why we build strong links with local businesses to ensure students have a range of vocational placements available to them.
Students have access to a growing range of experiences, including:
These experiences help students connect classroom learning to the wider world, giving them enough experience for them to explore which is the best career path for them.
Students receive individual support to plan their futures. This may include:
Our therapeutic team also helps students build the confidence and emotional readiness needed for them to transition into the world of work.
We recognise that parents and carers are key partners in planning successful futures. We keep them informed about options, application processes and transition pathways, and invite them to any reviews and planning meetings.
We are committed to continually expanding our careers offer, strengthening employer partnerships and increasing opportunities for meaningful encounters with post-16 education and the world of work.
Our ultimate goal is for every student to leave My Oasis with:
Our designated Careers Lead is Lilian Ahmed, who oversees the strategic development of careers education, employer links and progression planning across the provision.
The Careers Lead works closely with teachers, therapists, families and external agencies to ensure that guidance is impartial, aspirational and tailored to each students’ individual needs.
Please contact Lilian directly if you would like further information on the Careers Programme or Preparing for Adulthood (PFA) Programme available to students attending My Oasis: lilian@my-oasis.uk.
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