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Whole school career curriculum ‘My goals, my life’: A fully inclusive careers pathway for young people aged 11–18

 

Roots, Leaves & Wings gives schools, APs and trusts a complete, structured and inclusive careers education programme that supports every learner to explore, decide and confidently plan their future.

 

“This programme of development enabled our pupils to better understand themselves, explore the world of work, make informed decisions, build independence, and prepare confidently for adulthood.”

KS4 progress leader

 

A clear, age‑appropriate pathway 

 

KS3: Roots 

  • Self‑awareness

  • Exploration

 

Early curiosity Learners discover strengths, explore job families and begin linking learning to future pathways.

 

KS4: Leaves

  • Decision‑making

  • Experience

 

Goal‑setting Young people compare pathways, meet employers, experience workplaces and make informed post‑16 choices.

 

KS5: Wings 

  • Planning

  • Independence

 

Transition readiness Students plan clear routes, evaluate options, prepare applications and take responsibility for their career development.

 

Meets all national standards and benchmarks

 

Gatsby Benchmarks

Fully mapped across KS3–KS5, with activities and templates aligned to each benchmark.

  • KS3: 1, 2, 3, 4

  • KS4: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

  • KS5: 1, 2, 3, 7, 8

 

Preparing for Adulthood

Outcomes are embedded throughout:

  • Employment skills and experiences

  • Independent decision‑making and planning

  • Community inclusion through employer encounters

  • Confidence, motivation and emotional readiness for transition

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Government Inclusion strategy and SEND expectations

Designed for equitable access and inclusive delivery:

  • Visual pathway maps

  • Scaffolded decision‑making tools

  • Supported employer encounters

  • Sensory‑considerate workplace visits

  • One‑page profiles for strengths and needs

  • Parent partnership tools and guides

 

This ensures high‑quality SEND provision and strengthens Ofsted Personal Development evidence.

 

Built for practitioners

Everything is ready to deliver tomorrow. Your practitioner toolkit includes:

  • KS3–KS5 progression map

  • 360 activity plans (including further adaptations) and linked resources 

  • Baseline and progress measurement tools 

  • Planning resources

  • Strengths audits

  • Pathway comparison sheets

  • Route planner templates

  • Employer encounter logs

  • Work experience reflection sheets

  • Clear, visual, fillable and cut‑and‑paste friendly.

 

Pricing
Curriculum pack (no subscription required) - £2,600

Includes the full 11–18 curriculum, progression maps, activity plans, resources and templates. Workshops and staff training (not essential to use the resource)

 

Training costs vary depending on:

  • number of staff

  • daytime or twilight delivery

  • online or in‑person format

 

Contact me for a bespoke costing tailored to your organisation.

 

Career mentoring programme: ‘I can, I will, I am’

A structured, inclusive mentoring framework for KS4 and KS5 learners that has been specifically designed for 1:1 or small‑group delivery

 

This mentoring pathway gives young people personalised, high‑impact guidance at the moments that matter most GCSE decision‑making, post‑16 choices, and transition into employment, apprenticeships or higher education.

  • Delivered through dedicated 1:1 mentoring or small‑group sessions, the programme ensures that every learner receives focused, strengths‑based support tailored to their needs, interests and aspirations.

  • ​Designed to support all education settings, this framework ensures consistent, high‑quality mentoring aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks, Preparation for Adulthood outcomes and the national inclusion strategy expectations.

 

KS4 mentoring pathways : building informed choices, confidence and early career readiness

 

1. Pathway awareness and informed choices

Learners develop a clear understanding of post‑16 options and what makes each pathway realistic and achievable. Focus areas:

  • Understanding A‑levels, T Levels, apprenticeships and vocational routes

  • Knowing entry requirements

  • Using labour market information to compare pathways

  • Recognising how GCSE choices shape future opportunities

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2. Strengths, skills and personal identity

Young people explore who they are and how this connects to future pathways. Focus areas:

  • Identifying strengths, interests and motivations

  • Linking strengths to subjects and job families

  • Recognising transferable skills

  • Building confidence in decision‑making

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3. Goal‑setting and early career readiness

Learners begin shaping realistic next steps with growing independence. Focus areas:

  • Setting academic and career goals

  • Understanding barriers and supports

  • Developing early employability behaviours

  • Beginning to plan next steps with guidance

 

KS5 mentoring pathways : supporting independence, transition and professional identity
1. Route planning and transition preparation

Students plan clear, confident routes into employment, apprenticeships or higher education. Focus areas:

  • Planning routes and understanding requirements

  • Managing deadlines and processes

  • Preparing applications, interviews and portfolios

  • Handling transitions with increasing independence

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2. Sector exploration and labour market alignment

Learners explore chosen sectors in depth and evaluate long‑term fit. Focus areas:

  • Deep sector exploration

  • Analysing labour market trends and growth areas

  • Understanding progression and salary pathways

  • Evaluating sector fit with personal goals and strengths

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3. Professional identity and career self‑management

Students build the skills and identity needed for long‑term career success. Focus areas:

  • Creating a professional identity (CV, portfolio, online presence)

  • Networking with employers and mentors

  • Developing self‑advocacy and independence

  • Taking responsibility for ongoing career development

 

Built for practitioners
The mentoring framework includes:

  • KS4 and KS5 pathway overviews

  • Structured learning areas (A–D) for each pathway

  • 60 activities per key stage

  • Strengths and identity tools

  • Route‑planning templates

  • Sector exploration tools

  • Professional identity resources

 

Everything is designed to be practical, visual, and ready to deliver immediately ideal for 1:1 mentoring, small‑group sessions, pastoral teams, careers advisers, and SEND practitioners.

 
Pricing
Curriculum and mentoring framework (no subscription required)
 
£2,700 Includes the full KS4 and KS5 mentoring pathways and progress trackers, templates, guidance tools and activity plans and resources (electronically sent).

 

£1600 Ks4 or Ks5 curriculum and mentoring framework: includes all of the above for your chosen key stage.
Workshops and staff training (not essential to use the resource).

 

Costs vary depending on:

  • number of staff

  • daytime or twilight delivery

  • online or in‑person format

 

Contact me for a bespoke costing tailored to your organisation.

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