Matravers School

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Parent Careers Resources

Careers Conversations at Home: Careers Resources for Parents and Carers

These resources are designed for parents/carers to support young people’s careers conversations at home. They complement the young person’s careers education in school/college, or can be used as part of a home education programme.

Talking Futures – A parents’ guide to career conversations

How to start a useful and motivating conversation, and to continue talking regularly so you can explore all the options together. Includes videos of parents sharing their own experiences.

www.talkingfutures.org.uk

Careerpilot – Parent & Carer Zone

Information to help parents and carers support young people in making the right decision about study and work. Includes videos for parents to explore post-16 and post-18 options.

www.careerpilot.org.uk/parent-zone

Youth Employment UK – Careers Advice for Parents

Advice for parents who want to help their child understand and explore their next steps. Includes advice on how to tackle difficult issues, such as navigating result day or dropping out of courses.

www.youthemploymentuk.org.uk/careers-advice-for-parents

UCAS Parents, Guardians & Carers Guide

Support your child to make decisions about University, to submit an application, and to prepare for degree-level study. You can also sign up for a parents’ newsletter and download the UCAS podcast.

www.ucas.com/discover/advice-for-parents-guardians-and-carers

Amazing Apprenticeships – Parent & Carer Zone

There are many options available including apprenticeships, T Levels and HTQs. This site provides the information to help you confidently support your child to make the best decision for them.

www.amazingapprenticeships.com/zones/parent