Careers

At Banovallum School, we adopt a strong focus on preparing our students for the next stages of their education, as well as their future career paths. The careers programme starts from Year 7 and gathers momentum considerably in Year 9, beginning with our annual Careers Convention.

We also involve students in our Stop the Clock events, which allow each student to take part in a careers interview with a member of staff to discuss ideas and aspirations for the future. Tailored guidance is then arranged to schedule careers and further education visits and application assistance. Parents are invited and encouraged to attend where possible.

Banovallum employs an independent advisor for students who are unsure about their next steps.

Banovallum careers programme is Baker Clause compliant, providing a range of independent advice from a wide range of agencies such as Lincoln College, Boston College, ASK Apprenticeships, Sixth Forms, Riseholme College in addition to a selection of local employers.

Appointments can be arranged through Mrs Spafford. Please contact the school for more information.

Year 10

Mock Interviews – Date TBC

This is an independent practice interview within the local community. Letters will be sent home informing students, parents and carers of the date of their interview.

Work Experience – 13^th -17^th July 2026

Work experience placement week for year 10 to gain an insight of the world of work and to help with decision making process to follow in Year 11.

We are delighted to be partnered with our Enterprise Adviser, Mary-Anne Price, People Director at England Golf.

To support our delivery of careers, we have links with a number of educational institutions, training providers and employers who contribute to our careers programme through:

raising aspirations and increasing motivation – helping young people identify educational and occupational goals
demonstrating the relevance of the knowledge and skills learnt in subjects to future opportunities in learning and working
demonstrating the links between living, learning and earning

If you feel you could support the school with our careers programme, please do get in touch. Below are a few examples of how you could support our careers programme:

Mock interview day with year 10
Supporting work regarding the importance of a CV
Providing talks about your industry/sector
Allowing a group of learners to visit your place of work

Contact Details:

Careers Lead: Nicola Spafford

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 01507 522232