PGC Employability Roadmap

Our Professional Guidance Centre (PGC) provides a rich and structured programme of activities tailored to each year group.

From their earliest days at College, until after they leave, students benefit from a myriad of events designed to support them in their decision-making for the future.

Below you can find a roadmap of all the activities we host throughout the Academic Year.

Lower College

We prioritise early engagement, introducing our youngest pupils to the PGC, where they can begin exploring their skills in a fun and supportive setting.

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What Am I Good At

This session is designed to help students identify their existing skills, understand what skills employers look for, and explore how they can build on these through the opportunities available at CLC.

Careers Networking Afternoon

During this session, students have the opportunity to meet professionals from various industries, gain insights into different career paths and ask questions to expand their understanding of future possibilities.

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Skills Circuit

An interactive session exploring the complexity of the workplace and the diversity of roles within it. Pupils are tasked with identifying key skills and attributes, providing examples of how they have applied these skills in their own experiences. They also get to learn about company values and discuss what makes a workplace appealing.

Careers Networking Afternoon

During this session, students have the opportunity to meet professionals from various industries, gain insights into different career paths and ask questions to expand their understanding of future possibilities.

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Opening Minds

An overview session, introducing pupils to the guidance and support available for GCSE subject choices, and planning for the next steps.

Making Choices Q&A and Quiz

A fun and engaging session designed to help students think through their options and make informed decisions about their future.

Careers Networking Morning

During this session, students have the opportunity to meet professionals from various industries, gain insights into different career paths and ask questions to expand their understanding of future possibilities.

Workplace Trip

A Geography trip to Cadbury, supported by the PGC, offering students a real-world look into industry and workplace dynamics.

Higher Education and Careers Fair

A comprehensive fair, where students can meet representatives from universities and employers, helping them explore higher education and career pathways.

Upper College

Engaging with pupils during their Upper College year is essential to ensure they’re well-prepared for Sixth Form. This support helps them step confidently into the next chapter equipped with the skills, knowledge, and understanding of the opportunities ahead.

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Gloucestershire Schools Law Mock Trial Competition

This event gives students the chance to prepare and compete in a mock trial against other local schools, gaining insight into legal processes and courtroom roles.

Spirax Sarco Workshop

An opportunity for students to work on a problem-solving project set by a local engineering firm, while exploring careers in STEM.

Those Who Dare Networking Event

This session introduces students to a wide range of employers from an array of industries, helping them build confidence and develop networking skills.

Higher Education and Careers Fair

This event allows students to meet university and employer representatives, helping them explore future education and career pathways.

Opening Your Mind to Careers and Courses Events

An opportunity for students to research and discover careers and courses they may not have considered before, broadening their horizons.

Employability Workshop

This session focuses on the key skills employers look for and how students can actively develop these during their time at CLC.

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PGC Time

This session helps students explore the wide range of options available after Sixth Form. From universities to apprenticeships, students are given an overview of how the PGC can support them on their journey.

Employability Day: Higher Education, Work Experience, Careers and CLC Connect

An opportunity for students to dive into career planning, learning what employers expect and how to tailor their applications to specific sectors and industries.

Regular PGC Meetings

These meetings offer ongoing support with Sixth Form subject choices and future planning.

Those Who Dare Networking Event

This event once again offers students exposure to diverse career paths and the chance to practise networking with professionals.

Post-GCSE Workplace Trips

An opportunity for students to visit real workplaces, understand different environments, and meet professionals in various careers and sectors.

Higher Education and Careers Fair

This event, once again, allows students to meet university and employer representatives, helping them explore more future education and career pathways.

Sixth Form

During their Sixth Form years, we provide extensive support for students applying to leading UK universities, top US colleges, and international institutions. Through the PGC activities programme, we also equip them with the skills to enter the workforce successfully and make decisions about their future with confidence.

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Those Who Dare Networking Event

This session gives students the chance to meet professionals from a wide range of industries and develop essential networking skills

MMI Medicine Interviews

This session helps students practise key medical interview techniques and skills ahead of university assessments.

Mock Interviews

An opportunity for students to refine their interview skills and gain confidence before entrance interviews.

PGC 1-to-1 Meetings

These personalised 1-to-1 meetings offer tailored guidance on life beyond CLC, including university choices, apprenticeships, gap year, and work experience.

Law Day with HCR Law

This event allows students to work alongside other pupils on a real-life legal case and hear directly from lawyers about different roles within the legal profession.

Work Experience Talk

This session provides practical advice on how students can secure work experience.

UCAS Fair

An opportunity for students to attend the UCAS fair, meet university representatives and employers, and explore options for life after Sixth Form.

Next Steps Careers Programme

This is a 3-day programme that includes presentations from universities and employers, as well as workshops to help students develop skills for the workplace.

Higher Education and Careers Fair

This event offers students another opportunity to connect with universities and employers and explore future pathways.

CV Workshop

This session teaches students how to write a strong CV and approach companies with confidence.

Interview Prep and Mock Interviews

A series of sessions designed to help students prepare for interviews and present themselves with confidence.

All Students

Alongside our personalised programme for each year group, we offer a vibrant calendar of events open to all. From National Careers Week and Law Week to Apprenticeship Week and Green Careers Week, there’s always something exciting happening.

We also host a mix of fun competitions and inspiring guest speakers, providing opportunities for everyone to get involved, explore their interests, and discover new pathways.

In addition, the PGC works closely with and supports departments with organising careers activities, guest speaker events and trips.

CLC Connect

On leaving College, our alumnae join Guild, our global association of former pupils with over 8,500 members across 70+ countries. Founded in 1884, Guild offers former pupils free access to a wide range of exclusive events, from professional networking and career panels to reunions and international meetups.

Members also benefit from career support and advice as well as connections worldwide. Learn more on the CLC Guild website.

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