Apprenticeship support has long been a foundation of the careers programme at Roding Valley High School in Loughton.
For over 17 years, we have championed dedicated guidance initiatives, empowering generations of students as they navigate the transition into the world of work.
Students face an increasingly competitive landscape that demands rigorous preparation and personalised mentorship.
Modern corporate recruitment often encompasses an intensive six-step process, ranging from initial online applications and psychometric testing to video interviews, assessment centre days, and final face-to-face interviews.
To ensure candidates excel at every stage, Roding Valley’s comprehensive careers programme offers targeted support throughout the Sixth Form, laying a pathway toward top apprenticeship placements.
Weekly careers news bulletins sent to parents and students ensure parents are also informed and aware of the steps students need to take to prepare for apprenticeship applications.
Our school’s careers programme is further enriched by longstanding community and industry partnerships.
Weekly employer talks bring insights from both local businesses and national organisations directly into the classroom.
Additionally, an active alumni network regularly returns to share first-hand career experiences and mentor current applicants.
Collaborative workshops with industry bodies such as Investment2020 provide essential training in employability skills and CV refinement, solidifying Roding Valley’s reputation as a benchmark for career readiness.
There is nothing more rewarding than having a student race across the school to tell me they have been successful in their application.
I feel incredibly privileged to play a key part in a student's transition into their future career.
Donna Mason is careers leader/advisor at Roding Valley High School (rodingvalley.net).
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