Isca Academy has held their annual Careers Fair as part of National Careers Week this week (3rd to the 8th of March.) National Careers Week is a nationwide initiative that aims to help young people discover their future career options and provide the necessary guidance to make informed decisions.  

Isca Academy has once again shown its commitment to providing students with the guidance and skills needed to succeed in an ever-changing labour market. The Exeter-based school has successfully hosted a series of events aimed at equipping students with crucial employability skills, including mock interviews for Year 10 and 11s and a vibrant Careers Fair for Years 7 to 11. These events were made possible through collaborations with local businesses and training providers, giving students invaluable real-life insights into the world of work. 

The highlight of the week was a series of mock interviews, where students had the opportunity to demonstrate their professionalism and aspirations to key business partners from the Department for Work and Pensions, Trowers and Hamlins, Bicton College, and Atkins-Réalis. Over the course of the interviews, students received constructive feedback on their strengths and areas for growth, preparing them for the next steps in their career journey. 

Emily, a business partner from Atkins-Réalis, was particularly impressed by one student, Charlie, saying, "I've conducted thousands of mock interviews in my career, and Charlie's performance was by far the best I've ever seen!" This positive feedback serves as a testament to the hard work, maturity, and commitment of Isca Academy's students. 

Isca Academy, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, also hosted a Careers Fair, bringing a diverse range of local businesses and organisations to meet with students and showcase potential career paths. These events are a crucial part of Isca Academy's broader strategy to support its students in making informed decisions about their future education and career options. 

Mrs Vicki Joyce, Headteacher at Isca Academy said: 

"At Isca Academy, we're committed to preparing our students for success in an ever-evolving world of work.  By providing them with hands-on opportunities to engage with local businesses and practice essential skills like formal interviews, we’re helping them build the confidence and knowledge needed to thrive in the next chapter of their lives." 

Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust said: 

"The involvement of local businesses is invaluable in shaping the workforce of tomorrow. Our schools' continued collaboration with such partners is essential in ensuring our students are well-prepared to navigate the rapidly changing job market and make meaningful career decisions. A big well done to everyone who took part in Isca’s Careers Fair and many thanks to all those professionals who volunteered their time to help with the mock interviews.”