Careers Programme Information

At Herne Bay High School, we take Careers Education Information and Guidance very seriously and our provision of guidance and support seeks to deliver in accordance with the DfE Careers Guidance (May 2025). 

Herne Bay High School understands that a strong and stable careers program is the starting block for each student. Deciding on a career path is not an easy task and therefore access to information, advice and guidance is essential for every student to make an informed choice about their future and strive towards their aspirations.

Our careers program begins in Year 7 and continues through to Year 13. All students have fantastic opportunities and guidance so they can make the right choices to help them achieve their future careers. We support students in their preparation for the world of work, or further and higher education.  Careers support is tailored to the needs of the different age/year groups to ensure all students are well informed. 

Students are supported with access to Unifrog, Curriuclum Careers Sessions, Speakers at assemblies, PSHEE timetabled careers input and guidance during culture and values week as well as access to qualified careers advisers. The school takes every opportunity to link with different industry sectors and welcomes input from parents, alumni, local employers, industry sectors and further/higher/apprenticeship providers.  

Each student has an encounter with an employer every year of their education. We undertake this through a number of Industry Guest Speakers throughout the academic years such as the NHS, Army, Marines, Film Directors, Authors, as well as local colleges, universities and information from our alumni. 

To strive for an outstanding career pathway, we are continuously creating new opportunities and adding to our careers program to adapt to the labour markets.

Our Careers Policy, Work Experience Policy and Provider Access Legislation Statement are available on our Policies page.

This complies with the legal obligations under Section 42B of the Education Act 1997 (the 'Baker Clause').

Parents have access to the Unifrog Programme and the Termly Careers Newsletter is shared below and by e mail. Parents are invited to careers related events and have access to attend the bi annual careers fair held in the Autumn term.

In the last academic year we have had frequent visitors to the school to take assemblies or visit lessons. This includes a number of alumni. We have had visits from Higher Education institutions, employers and employees. We are keen for our students to hear about their journeys.

Please do look at our Post 18 Destinations by clicking here. 

All students in school have access to the Unifrog platform. Unifrog provides unbiased careers information and advice to young people to help them make informed decisions about what to do after school. They bring all the available information into one comprehensive, user-friendly platform that helps students make the best choices, and submit the strongest applications. Students and families can access all tools on Unifrog to learn what options are available, access good quality information, and search for opportunities to support your child.

All parents have access to Unifrog by clicking here. 
We would encourage you to use the platform with your child so you can support them through the process of deciding their next steps.