Association of School & College Leaders Conference workshop presentation delivered to Headteachers, College Principals and other education specialists.
Reference: rising unemployment 1 in 4 and rising…. Changing landscape for young people and their families re: loss of EMAs and increase in tuition fees. Lord Browne and Sir Martin Harris call for ‘greater recognition of careers professionals’ work
Careers delivery and services at the forefront of contemporary debates: Nick Clegg – soon to be published ‘social mobility report’ Sir Martin Harris – Widening access to Higher Education – students with similar qualifications from disadvantaged backgrounds are less likely to apply to and attend the most selective courses or institutions than their advantaged peers Lord Browne – clear recommendations in his review of HE “Career guidance should be delivered by certified professionals whose status in schools is respected and valued. http://www.number10.gov.uk/news/speeches-and-transcripts/2010/07/big-society-speech-53572 http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/localgovernment/scainvitation2010 http://www.communities.gov.uk/publications/localgovernment/decentralisationguide http://www.education.gov.uk/b0068570/the-importance-of- teaching/ What the Localism Bill means for social enterprises – “the community-centric revolution” Six steps identified to return power to the people http://www.guardian.co.uk/social-enterprise-network/2010/dec/17/what-the-localism-bill-means-for-social-enterprises
All-age careers service and the advisory group working with DBIS and DfE – Ministerial concerns Note: all-age careers services rather than incoherent provision is the preferred option.
Figures as of January 2011 – Overall: 7,636 plus 70 retired members