1 Exams and Employment – Joining the Dots Jacquie Bamber
2 Business in the Community is the Prince’s responsible business network.Our 800 member companies work together to tackle a wide range of issues that are essential to building a fair society and a sustainable future. We believe that the prosperity of business and society are inextricably linked and that with strong leadership, business can a force for positive change. Our focus for action is on stimulating local enterprise and creating vibrant communities, breaking the cycle of unemployment and exclusion, tackling in equality, addressing skills shortages, promoting wellbeing at work, cutting dependency on natural resources and encouraging sustainable lifestyles. We are the champions of responsible business. Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
3 Business Class – flagship education programmeSustained 3 year partnerships Rooted in the needs of schools Gap analysis across 4 key areas and structured action plan Local and national collaboration through ‘clusters ( 5 partnerships in a cluster) 4 pillars of engagement 540 Business Class partnerships have been established in 77 clusters across the UK Over 245,000 young people have benefitted Over 1000 businesses support schools, with a number active in more than one cluster Leadership & governance Enterprise & Employability Curriculum Wider issues Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
4 Objectives Building a whole school approach to careers and employability learning Highlight how you can work with businesses to deliver best impact in the classroom Provide examples of effective ways of working with business as a whole school Understanding of how to use Labour Market information to help inform careers and employability learning Highlight some of the barriers young people face in the recruitment process Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
5 A Whole School Approach – Careers and EmployabilityTutorial Careers Informant Pastoral Support Teaching Subject Teacher Careers Teacher Leadership Career Leader Senior Leader Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
6 Gatsby Benchmarks 1.A stable careers programme2.Learning from Careers and Labour Market information 3. Addressing the needs of each pupil 4.Encounters with Employers 5.Linking Careers to the Curriculum 6.Experiences of work places 7.Encounters with HE 8.Personal Guidance Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
7 What is Labour Market Information?https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z3wjrWyyH1c What are the main jobs ? Who are the main employers? What’s the impact of economic conditions? Which sectors are growing? What are the main skills ? Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
8 What types of jobs are available?UK Industry sectors, as a % of employment: Top 5: Bottom 5: Business services Wholesale and Retail Health and Social Work Education Manufacturing Agriculture Mining and Quarrying Electricity, Gas and Water Financial Services Public Administration 13% 10% 9% 1% 4% 5% 17% Sources: ONS workforce jobs by industry (SIC 2007) - seasonally adjusted 2015
9 Which occupations are growing in the UK?UK’s employment by occupation (2012) (% of total employment): Occupation growth by 2022: Professional occupations will see significant growth, as the economy becomes more reliant on highly skilled workers. The administrative occupations will decline as technology advances. Sources: ONS annual population survey (unadjusted 2015) UKCES Working Futures, page 91, 2014
10 What are employers looking for?In the UK: 21.7% (16-64) DO NOT have 5 x A* - C GCSE qualifications (or equivalent) 3.5% Have a trade apprenticeship The average qualifications held is expected to rise substantially as young people have to stay in education for longer (currently until they are 18) 18% By 2022: Of the total working population will not have 5 x A* - C qualifications The proportion of the labour force who are unqualified is expected to be a small minority by 2022 Sources: UKCES Employer Perspectives Survey 2014, ONS annual population survey 2014, UKCES Working Futures, 2014
11 63% What skills are in short supply? Practical Technical Job-specificOf employers who reported having vacancies that were difficult to fill due to skills shortages believe applicants lack: 63% Technical Practical Job-specific Farmers Electrician, plasterers IT technician Finance/investment analysts HGV/Fork-lift drivers Solicitors A focus on skill development is crucial in order to fill employment vacancies. Educators must support development of ‘softer skills’ Sources: UKCES Employer Skills Survey 2013
12 Professional DevelopmentEmbedding careers and employability learning in your school Parental Engagement Curriculum planning Lesson planning Resource planning Staff Professional Development ? Employer Engagement Skills Development Intervention design Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
13 Employers in the Classroom- Make it RealWhat’s the point in learning about this ? I am never going to use this again ever ! Working on projects with employers helps young people see the relevance of their learning, understand what they have learnt with real context - but also give you the opportunity to build their understanding and raise attainment levels…….. joining the dots Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
14 Employers in the Classroom - Make it RealVeolia and St Francis of Assisi “The students gained a greater understanding of the maths questions because they were able to relate them to the recycling process in the facility and realise how maths is used everyday in this business”. Mark O’ Hagan, Head of Mathematics. Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
15 Cassons - Business Studies visit: This was a series of 3 visits designed to help Y10 business studies students better understand the work undertaken by a firm of accountants. They took part in 3 workshops mimicking the work of three departments – accounts, payroll and marketing. Session 1 introduced the students to the workings of a payroll office. As well as explaining everything from a payroll department (i.e. work) perspective, Cassons helped the students understand what a payslip looks like and how to understand how much tax they will have to pay when they are working. Session 2 looked into how an accounts department of a business works, using a made up case study of Ed Sheeran, looking at the paper flow resulting from merchandise sales, concerts etc. They also looked at bank statements and showed the pupils how to understand and check their own bank statements. Session 3 looked at the type of marketing undertaken in a business to business situation and explained the background stories to Cassons’ Christmas videos and the story of Cassons (the story behind Cassons Xmas videos). They then looked into the use of Facebook and the importance of your social media profile and understanding cookies. Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
16 Ford Motor Company and Robert Clack School - Media StudiesFord Motor Company support Robert Clack School in Barking and Dagenham. Project A group of year 11 media students were given the task of creating a health and safety video for the induction of new employees – as a direct result of being able to talk about their experience and the skills developed on this project on this person has an apprenticeship with a digital media company. The film is used for every staff induction programme and delivered costs savings for the business Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
17 Resources that can help you………….Careers Lab aims to bridge the gap between schools and the world of work by getting employees from business of all sizes, across a range of sectors into the classroom to deliver inspiring careers lessons, side-by-side with teachers, helping young people think more widely about their future working life. It offers a simple and flexible framework to help schools and businesses connect in a consistent, structured and meaningful way. It is co-delivered with the support of teachers so it builds the knowledge of teachers and young people at the same time Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
18 Employee Development and EngagementBenefits for your Business Employee Development and Engagement Diversity and Talent Business Development Community Engagement Your question will be – Why should we do it There is a very compelling social need which I I will come back to but this also makes sound business sense Influence the development of your future workforce and make sure talent pipeline Improve your recruitment strategy and your reputation as a responsible employer of choice Create exciting new cost effective opportunities for your staff to develop, aiding retention, increasing motivation and attracting new recruits Make connections with other local companies and gather customer and local labour market intelligence through joining a cluster group Achieve national recognition through the BITC network and increase your brand profile – young people are your future customers and Business Class can help you tender for and win new business Roll out a consistent, high quality education outreach programme across your UK operations Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
19 Employers in the Classroom- make it realTop tips on working with employers in school / classroom Marketing your school - reputation and recognition Mutuality of benefit- what’s in it for them Clarity about the outcome/objectives Volunteer Management - briefing and support, before, during and after any events Communication - channels and language – no jargon Preparing the students Teacher engagement - behaviour management Event Management - parking, equipment, catering, organisation, student ambassadors , networking Feedback and thank you Relationships Preventing social background predicting a young person's success at school and beyond
20 Business in the Community | www.bitc.org.uk
21 Youth Employment Framework and ResourcesWhat we want to achieve Open up access to quality entry level job opportunities for young people just starting out. Make job criteria more youth friendly, by looking at the skills and attitudes their business needs, rather than focusing so heavily on previous experience and qualifications. Youth Employment Framework and Resources Future Proof Campaign Engagement Strategy Business in the Community |
22 Actions we want companies to takeAssess the criteria for entry level roles e.g. need for UCAS points and academic qualifications Create a transparent recruitment process to support young people at every stage Offer Feedback to interviewed candidates Assess young people against their behaviours and skills rather than on previous experience. Business in the Community |