Progression planning is undertaken throughout the students’ college journey, but a particular focus is given to this in Year 13 and Year 14. The careers team and classroom-based staff will work collaboratively to review students' goals and aspirations.

Students in Year 13 will work on their Vocational Profiles with our expert Job Coaches to establish suitability for our year 14 pathways.

The careers team is always on hand to support students looking for paid work; they are happy to support with CV generation, job applications, and interview preparation.

Throughout a young person’s time at college, there are opportunities to attend meaningful encounters with other providers. Students are also encouraged to participate in local careers and job fairs. Students are also given opportunities to engage in workshops and experiences to prepare them for working life. Examples include:   

• All year groups are invited to attend the SEND Forward transition events. 
• In year 13/14 students are invited to visit FE providers such as Colchester Institute, ACL, and Suffolk Rural.
• Other opportunities such as Accessible Apprenticeships are explored. 
• Workshops with Rose Construction.
• Talk The Talk – Talk About the Future Workshop.

In their Year 14 Annual Review, students will have the opportunity to meet with a level 6 qualified careers advisor who provides impartial information, advice, and guidance regarding appropriate options and next steps. 

Below you will find a Parent and Carers guide from Essex County Council: 

'We are pleased to share the new Preparing for Adulthood: Parents and carers guide to post‑16 opportunities, developed to support parents, carers and families as young people prepare for adulthood. The guide brings together clear, accessible information on education, training, employment, travel, and wider Preparing for Adulthood pathways.

As part of our commitment to promoting shared language and shared understanding across Essex, this guide is intended for use by both practitioners and families. A separate practitioner version will not be produced, ensuring everyone is working from the same information and messaging.

You can access the digital version using the QR code provided or via the link below:

Guide link: https://www.essexopportunities.co.uk/post-16-parents-carers-guide/post-16-parents-carers-guide/

QR code:

 The QR code collects basic anonymous data to help ECC understand how the guide is accessed.'

If you have any further questions or need support, please contact the careers team: 

E  - careersteam@marketfield.essex.sch.uk

T - 01255 441869