Date

Activity

Vocation

Gatsby

29^th September 2026

Labour Market Information – Department for Work and Pensions

Job Centre Plus - Stephen Tough

Learners will take part in a tailored Labour Market Information (LMI) session delivered by Stephen Tough from Jobcentre Plus. The session will help learners explore local employment opportunities, understand the skills employers value, and gain insight into a range of realistic career pathways. Learners will also learn about the support available to help them progress into work, training, supported employment, volunteering, and other positive destinations. The session aims to raise aspirations, promote independence, and support learners to make informed choices about their future.

TPSL

1, 2, 3, 4

Tyneside Teen to Teenage Copper

Born and bred in the West End, Mark became a copper on Teeside.

From as early as he could remember, Mark Thornton wanted to be a bobby on the beat. He had watched a lot of TV in his childhood years of the 1970s, from Starsky and Hutch to Z-Cars, Dickson of Dock Green and Sweeney. His dream job was to put on a big hat and walk around, helping people and communities.

It was his mam who saw the news article advertising a force's recruitment drive. In what seemed like only a matter of days he was part of that recruit selection and was soon told he was in: he was to become an officer of the law.

Professional Services and Legal Careers Insight

Learners will visit Womble Bond Dickinson to gain an understanding of careers within the legal and professional services sector. The visit will introduce learners to a variety of roles, including solicitors, legal assistants, business support staff, finance, human resources, and marketing professionals. Learners will explore the skills and personal qualities valued in professional workplaces, helping to broaden their understanding of career opportunities beyond traditional vocational pathways and raising aspirations for future employment.

Choices College – Laura Kane

Learners will have the opportunity to meet with Choices College to discover exciting progression pathways, including supported internships, meaningful work experience opportunities, and further learning programmes. The visit will inspire learners to consider their future ambitions and gain valuable insight into the support available to help them achieve their career goals.

BBC Radio 5 Live Teen Summit 2026

Construction Careers Insight Visit

Learners will visit Persimmon Homes Newcastle to gain a first-hand understanding of the housebuilding industry and the wide range of careers involved in bringing new homes from design to completion. Learners will explore roles including site management, bricklaying, joinery, groundworks, customer service, and business support functions, helping them to understand the skills, qualifications, and employability behaviours valued by employers. The visit will raise aspirations and provide learners with a valuable insight into career opportunities within the construction sector.

Date

Activity

Vocation

Gatsby

Green Careers Week

Focussed Careers Guidance

https://greencareersweek.com/

Building Independence Through Travel Training – Learners will put their travel training skills into practice during a trip to the cinema, navigating their journey, accessing community facilities, and developing essential life skills. The visit is designed to build confidence, encourage independence, and equip learners with the skills needed to travel safely and participate fully in their local community.

4

24^th November 2027

Exploring Careers in Law and Business

Learners will visit Sintons to learn about the diverse range of careers available within a modern law firm. Through engagement with professionals from different departments, learners will develop an understanding of workplace expectations, employability skills, teamwork, communication, and professionalism. The visit will encourage learners to consider a wide range of career pathways and gain valuable insight into how businesses support individuals and organisations within their communities.

Law

5, 6, 7

Discovering Careers in Transport with Stagecoach: Learners will take part in an exciting visit to the Stagecoach Depot, exploring career opportunities within the transport industry while developing essential travel training and safety awareness skills. The experience will promote independence, raise aspirations, and help learners understand how public transport can support access to employment, education, and community life.

Exploring Careers Through Industry and Innovation

Learners will visit the Discovery Museum to explore the region's rich industrial heritage and learn about the innovation, engineering, manufacturing, and technological developments that have shaped the North East. Through interactive exhibits and real-world examples, learners will discover how skills learned in education can lead to a variety of career pathways, while developing their understanding of the world of work and the opportunities available within science, technology, engineering, and creative industries.

Date

Activity

Vocation

Gatsby

Higher Education and Future Progression Pathways

Learners will visit Northumbria University to explore post-16 and post-19 progression opportunities, gaining an insight into university life, further study options, and the support available for learners with additional needs. The visit will help learners understand the range of academic, vocational, and professional pathways that can lead to future careers. Through experiencing a higher education environment, learners will be encouraged to raise their aspirations, develop confidence in planning their next steps, and recognise the opportunities available to them as they prepare for adulthood.

National Apprenticeship Week

Focussed week of events and resources on apprenticeships

All 

1, 2, 3, 4 

Careers in Construction and Regeneration

Learners will visit Keepmoat Newcastle to learn about careers within the construction, housing, and regeneration sectors. The visit will provide insight into the development of local communities and the range of professionals involved in delivering large-scale housing projects. Learners will gain an understanding of both trade and non-trade roles, employer expectations, health and safety requirements, and progression routes into employment, apprenticeships, and further training.

5, 6, 7

Date

Activity

Vocation

Gatsby

National Careers Week 2027

Focussed Careers Guidance

Regional Events and resources to download

All

1, 2, 3, 4

Trinity Solutions Academy - Careers Fair

Opportunity to meet with employers and further education providers to explore options upon leaving college.

Manufacturing and Production Careers Visit

Learners will visit Ibstock Brickworks to explore the manufacturing process and discover how bricks are produced for the construction industry. The visit will provide a unique insight into careers within manufacturing, engineering, operations, quality control, logistics, and health and safety. Learners will develop an understanding of modern production environments and the importance of teamwork, problem-solving, and technical skills within the workplace.

Date

Activity

Vocation

Gatsby

12^th and 17^th May 2027

Preparing for Life Through SafetyWorks! Learners will immerse themselves in realistic safety scenarios that challenge them to think, respond, and make safe choices in everyday situations. From community safety to emergency awareness, this exciting hands-on experience will help learners develop the confidence, independence, and resilience needed to navigate the world around them safely.

4

25^th May 2027

Careers in Manufacturing, Sustainability and Engineering

Learners will visit Egger in Hexham to learn about careers within advanced manufacturing and sustainable production. The visit will provide opportunities to explore modern engineering processes, environmental responsibility, quality assurance, and business operations. Learners will gain an understanding of how large employers operate and the skills required to work within manufacturing environments, helping them make informed decisions about future career pathways.

Construction Pathway

5, 6, 7

Date 

Activity 

Vocation 

Gatsby 

14^th June 2027

Making a Difference in the Community: Through a visit to a local Foodbank, learners will discover how volunteering and social action can transform lives and strengthen communities. The experience will promote compassion, citizenship, teamwork, and employability skills while encouraging learners to consider how they can make a positive impact through volunteering and community involvement.

4, 5

13^th July 2027

Building Materials, Customer Service and Supply Chain Careers

Learners will visit JT Dove to gain an insight into the building supplies sector and the important role it plays in supporting the construction industry. Learners will explore careers within warehousing, logistics, sales, customer service, transport, stock management, and business administration. The visit will highlight the diverse range of opportunities available beyond traditional construction trades and help learners understand the importance of teamwork, communication, and customer-focused working practices.

Construction Pathway

5, 6, 7

Information for Parents and Carers

Find an Apprenticeship

Find a Job

The Princes Trust

Start Careers Platform

CITB

Your Homes Newcastle

Newcastle College

Gateshead College

https://www.gateshead.ac.uk/

Newcastle University

https://www.ncl.ac.uk/

Sunderland University

The Army

Raf

Labour Market Information

Newcastle Careers Team

www.newcastlecareers.org.uk

National Careers Service

www.nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/