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Career pathways

Discover how we support our students with guidance, real-world experience and personalised pathways into further education, training or employment.
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At William Henry Smith School and Sixth Form (WHSS), we provide a comprehensive careers education linked to curriculum pathways and dedicated sessions. Students engage with employers through events, workplace visits, and assemblies.

With support from CK Careers, students and families receive impartial advice to prepare for life after WHSS. Opportunities include career fairs, workshops, and work experience.
 
Our employability skills program ensures students gain valuable experiences through WHSS jobs, with the support of the Gatsby Benchmarks.

Students are prepared to transition confidently into further education, apprenticeships, or vocational paths, equipped with skills for future success.

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Our Careers Yearly Timeline outlines the key activities, events, and guidance offered throughout the academic year—from early career exploration to college visits, employer engagement, and work experience opportunities. It’s all part of our commitment to preparing students for successful futures.

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Find out about our careers team

Get in touch

Contact the school’s careers leader

Adele Greenleaf

William Henry Smith School, Boothroyd Lane

Brighouse HD6 3JW

Contact details
01484710123
[email protected]

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Activities to get involved

Would you like to engage with the school and your potential clients and employees? Activities to get involved with are:

  • Attend our school assemblies – have you got a career that you could talk to the students about?  

  • Offer a workplace visit – our students really find visiting real places of work extremely valuable.

  • Deliver a spotlight session – speak to our students about the career path you have taken to provide them information on specific career areas.

  • Join our Alumni network and find out about employer events and opportunities within school.

  • Join either school on Twitter, we will let you know about any upcoming events that you may want to be involved in.

If you’re interested in working in school, please contact: [email protected]

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Choosing the right setting for a young person is an important decision. Our admissions process is clear, supportive, and tailored to individual needs. We’re here to guide you every step of the way.
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Download the careers profile.

Discover how we support every student’s journey into the world of work. The WHSS Careers Profile outlines our commitment to delivering meaningful career guidance through real-world experiences, employer engagement, and personalised support. It’s a snapshot of how we help students develop the skills they need to succeed beyond school.

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