
Careers Lead: Mark Cullen m.cullen@woolstonbrook.co.uk
Welcome At Woolston Brook, we believe every young person deserves the chance to explore their future with confidence. Our careers programme is designed to support pupils with SEMH needs, helping them to discover their strengths, develop skills, and make informed choices about life after school.

What Our Pupils Receive
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Personal guidance – one‑to‑one sessions with the Careers Lead to discuss aspirations and next steps.
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Exploring pathways – information about colleges, apprenticeships, vocational training, and supported internships.
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Employer encounters – visits, talks, and workshops with local businesses and organisations.
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Work experience – opportunities to gain practical skills and confidence in real workplaces.
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Curriculum links – showing how subjects connect to future careers and everyday life.
How We Support SEMH Learners
We tailor our programme to meet individual needs by offering:
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Small group sessions to build confidence and resilience.
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Practical help with CVs, applications, and interview preparation.
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Guidance on social skills, independence, and employability.
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Pathways that reflect each pupil’s interests, abilities, and support requirements.
Next Steps After School
We prepare pupils for a range of destinations, including:
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College courses – academic and vocational.
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Apprenticeships – combining work with training.
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Training programmes – practical skills for employment.
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Supported internships – structured support to help pupils into work.
Events & Opportunities
Parents and carers are encouraged to engage with:
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Careers fairs and employer visits.
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College and training provider open days.
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Workshops on skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem‑solving.
Working Together
Your involvement is vital. We welcome parents and carers to:
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Share feedback on careers provision.
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Attend events and information evenings.
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Support pupils with applications and visits.
Contact Us
For advice or to discuss your child’s future, please contact: Dr Mark Cullen, Careers Lead (email: mcullen@woolstonbrook.co.uk).

What You Can Expect
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Personal guidance – one-to-one chats with our Careers Lead to talk about your goals.
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Exploring options – information about college, apprenticeships, training, and supported internships.
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Employer encounters – visits, talks, and workshops with local businesses.
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Work experience – opportunities to try out real workplaces and build confidence.
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Curriculum links – seeing how subjects connect to future careers.
Support for You
We know everyone learns differently. That’s why we offer:
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Small group sessions to build confidence.
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Help with CVs, applications, and interview practice.
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Extra support for social skills and independence.
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Encouragement to find pathways that match your interests and needs.
Life After Woolston Brook
When you leave school, you’ll have lots of choices:
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College courses – academic or vocational.
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Apprenticeships – earning while learning.
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Training programmes – practical skills for work.
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Supported internships – extra help to get into employment.
We’ll guide you through each step so you feel ready.
Events & Opportunities
Keep an eye out for:
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Careers fairs and employer visits.
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Trips to colleges and training providers.
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Workshops on skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.
Helpful Resources
Your Voice Matters
We want to hear your ideas! Share feedback about careers activities and tell us what helps you most. Your input shapes our programme.
Need Help?
You can always speak to Mark Cullen, Careers Lead. Ask your form tutor or drop by to arrange a chat.


