Careers

Government guidance on Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) from the First Joint Report of the Business, Innovation and Skills and Education Committees published on 5th July 2016, identified eight benchmarks of good careers guidance from research undertaken by The Gatsby Foundation.

We have used these 8 benchmarks to review and focus our own provision for Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance:

(1) A stable careers programme.

(2) Learning from career and labour market information.

(3)  Addressing the needs of every young person.

(4) Linking curriculum learning to careers.

(5) Encounters with employers and employees.

(6) Experiences of workplaces.

(7) Encounters with further and higher education.

(8) Personal guidance.

Statement of Intent

The Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance programme at Hatch End High School aims to prepare our young people, from the moment that they arrive in Year 7, for the world of work and to provide them with a wide-ranging and comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges ahead. Our staff are experienced, have been involved with Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance for many years and the Careers Department is directly line managed by our Careers' Leader who is also a member of the school’s Senior Leadership Team.

Our Careers Department uses a range of software, but primarily Unifrog, to which all students have access. We use Unifrog to support diagnosis and for research of supra-curricular and work experience opportunities, as well as university and apprenticeship options. 

Students are encouraged to use the information services and the experience of staff to research areas of interest to them. During Key Stage 3 labour market information and careers education are delivered through a variety of subjects. For example in Year 7 Physical Education, students take on different roles such as performer, coach, umpire and official in order to gain an appreciation of different occupational skills. 

“Students who meet four or more employers before they leave school are FIVE times more employable when they leave education” (Uptree, 2021). Consequently, we also encourage employers to visit school and to deliver assemblies, workshops and other curriculum initiatives.

Our Careers Programme

The Baker Clause

View our Sixth Form page

View our Careers Policy

View our Future Choices page for Apprenticeships Information

Xcite – Local Harrow-based advice for employability and careers

icould website - career videos offering an inside view into a huge range of jobs

Career Pilot website - useful videos, especially for assisting transitions and options

Click here for Labour Market Information

Parents' Guide Resource Link - Careers, Post-16 Options, Apprenticeships and more

Staff

Mr P Richards - Careers' Leader (Monday - Friday) Room J3 

richards@hatchend.harrow.sch.uk / ext. 2089

Mrs M Raichura - Careers Advisor (Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 9am – 3pm) Room J10 

mraichura@hatchend.harrow.sch.uk / ext. 2158

Mrs A Sheikh - Careers & Work Experience Co-ordinator (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 9.30 – 2.30pm)

Room J2  asheikh@hatchend.harrow.sch.uk / ext. 2223

Tweets

  • Apr 2025 Year 10 students took part in Preparing for Success Day, learning vital career skills. The day included a workshop on body language and interview skills, followed by mock interviews with professionals. pic.twitter.com/7o3bXcA7aC
  • Apr 2025 Our SEND students recently participated in an exciting CAAS activity, designed to inspire creativity and teamwork. 🌟 It was a rewarding experience filled with achievement and fun! 🍡 pic.twitter.com/nj8vzyGLfx
  • Apr 2025 We are thrilled to be recognised as a Music Mark school for our commitment to providing high-quality music education to all our students! 🎶🎉 Proud of our vibrant music program and the opportunities it offers to inspire young talent. pic.twitter.com/lJQbFhyrqR
  • Apr 2025 Last term year 3 students from Marlborough Primary had an electrifying visit to our Physics Department! ⚡ pic.twitter.com/fYROHh34Hy
  • Apr 2025 Our Year 10 girls, Lara, Hanifa, Serinah, and Zah’ra, took part in the Physics Tournament at St Helen’s School for Women’s Day! They enjoyed hands-on experiments and inspiring talks on careers in Physics and Engineering. 🌟 pic.twitter.com/x1zIFOM2UZ
  • Apr 2025 We were thrilled to welcome back Vinjeru Mkandawire, The Economist’s British correspondent. She shared her journey into political journalism, offering inspiring insights just in time as Year 13 students prepare for their A-levels. 🌟 pic.twitter.com/pBV0WBXQ0e
  • Apr 2025 Our Year 10 girls took part in the ‘We Can Be’ event, learning key skills at Freshfields law firm and Guildhall. They excelled in the investment game, winning 1st place out of 20 schools! 🎉 Well done, Year 10! 👏 pic.twitter.com/kph5XAIE5p
  • Apr 2025 🧶🎨 Artist of the Month goes to... Sefora in Year 7! Her incredible crochet skills have wowed us all! Well done, Sefora – we’re so proud of your creativity and dedication! 👏✨ pic.twitter.com/5vVxvWz8Ah
  • Apr 2025 🚨 Last chance to apply for our Teacher of Art & Photography position! 🚨 Inspire creativity and help students develop their skills. 📅 Apply by: 22/04/25 📩 For more information and to apply, please visit - Read more#ArtTeacher pic.twitter.com/dMglu8PXAv
  • Apr 2025 Year 11 Extended Programme students visited Harrow School’s historic Old Speech Room and explored its Speech Room Gallery, learning about art conservation and curatorial practices. pic.twitter.com/e14AhDqGfs
  • Apr 2025 Year 9 students completed their final Life Skills session on “Aiming High,” exploring job roles, transferable skills, and personal growth. Thanks to the Barclays facilitators for their support! 🙏 pic.twitter.com/r8dQ33HXjk
  • Apr 2025 🗳️ Year 12 Politics students had a great Q&A with , MP for Harrow East! He spoke about his role, tackling homelessness, and key topics like electoral systems and Parliament. Thank you for the inspiring visit! pic.twitter.com/HbjxgPuPzL