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CAREERS, EDUCATION, INFORMATION, ADVICE & GUIDANCE (CEIAG)
POLICY
VERSION CONTROL
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VERSION AUTHOR
DATE
COMMENTS
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Rach el Robertson
May 23
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Priya Dosanjh
Sept 25
General u pdate – no major changes
Version control is to be employed for any amendments to the content which result in substantive changes to the meaning, intent or outcome of the policy or process described within and must be approved by the Executive Committee. Spelling mistakes or other
typographical errors are not
required to be subject to Version Control.
POLICY OWNER
POLICY OWNER S
ACCOUNTABLE EXECUTIVE
Head of Careers and UCAS
Executive Group Directo r of Learner Services
APPROVAL CONTROL
Approval of this Policy and subsequent amendments is made by the executive committee.
Board
VERSION
DATE APPROVED
APP ROVED BY
NEXT REVIEW DATE
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September 2025
Stuart Allen (Chief Education Officer)
September 2026
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CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ................................ ................................ ................................ ......... 4
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INTENT AND FRAMEWORK
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3. SCOPE ...........................................................................................................................5
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THE GATBSY BENCHMARKS
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5.
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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6.
MONITORING
AND EVAULATION ................................ ................................ .......... 7
7.
COMMITMENT TO QUALITY AND INCLUSION
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8. CONTACTS ................................ ................................ ................................ .................. 8
Appendix 1: Gatsby Benchmarks
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Careers, Education, Information, Advice & Guidance ( CEIAG) Policy
1. INTRODUCTION 1.1.
SCL Group is committed to providing a comprehensive programme of Careers Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) for all learners across its divisions: SCL College, SCL Core Skills, SCL Pro (Apprenticeships), and ASF . Statutory duties apply to learners aged 16 to 18, and to those up to the age of 25 who hold an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP). SCL Group to fully meets these duties and in line with our values and commitment to best practice, extends CEIAG provision to all learners, including those in adult education and higher education, where appropriate.
1.2.
aim
1.3.
We recognise that the provision of high
-quality, impartial and independent
career guidance is critical to raising aspirations, promoting equality of opportunity, and enabling equal access to education, training, and employment pathways.
1.4.
Effective CEIAG supports learners to make well
-informed decisions,
achieve successful transitions, and progress into further study, apprenticeships, higher education, or sustained employment.
1.5.
This policy sets out SCL Group’s approach to CEIAG, how statutory duties are met, how national frameworks are implemented, and how learners are equipped with the skills, knowledge and confidence required to succeed in a rapidly changing labour market.
2. INTENT AND FRAMEWORK SCL Group’s CEIAG provision aims to
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Equip learners with the knowledge, skills, experiences and awareness of opportunities needed to plan and manage their future career pathways.
2.2
Provide impartial, high -quality and timely guidance that empowers learners to make informed decisions at key transition points.
2.3
Support the aspirations of all learners in progressing to further education, higher education, apprenticeships, training or employment.
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2.4
Embed career -related learning within all programmes to demonstrate the relevance of skills and knowledge to future pathways.
2.5
Promote equality of opportunity by challenging stereotypes, raising aspirations, and celebrating diversity.
2.6
Ensure that learners with SEND and
those that learners that are ‘at risk’
such as care leavers
, free school meals and young carers have equal access
to tailored, high -quality support.
2.7
This commitment is underpinned by the following frameworks and standards: • Department for Education statutory guidance: Careers guidance and access for education and training providers (updated May 2025). • Gatsby Benchmarks of Good Career Guidance (updated framework, effective September 2025). • Provider Access Legislation (PAL, 2023). • Ofsted Education Inspection Framework (EIF) • The Matrix Standard • Career Development Institute (CDI) Code of Ethics.
3. SCOPE 3.1.
This policy applies directly to learners aged 16 to 18, and to those up to age 25 with an EHCP, in line with statutory requirements .
3.2.
SCL Group is committed to extending the same principles of impartial, high -quality CEIAG to all learners, including adult education and higher education provision, where appropriate.
3.3.
This policy therefore applies to:
Learners enrolled on SCL programmes.
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• SCL staff, including teaching staff, support staff and senior leaders. • Parents and carers who support learners’ career decisions. • External partners including employers, apprenticeship providers, universities, and careers organisations .
3.4 The policy should be read alongside related policies including Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity, Teaching and Learning,
WEX and Data Protection .
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4. THE GATBSY BENCHMARKS 4.1
SCL Group is committed to implementing the eight Gatsby Benchmarks of Good Career Guidance and aim where
appropriate to deliver them across
all divisions.
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SCL Group is committed to delivering high
-quality Careers Education,
Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) that meets the needs of all learners across its divisions. In line with statutory requirements, we will implement the eight Gatsby Benchmarks of G ood Career Guidance for learners aged 16 –18 and those up to the age of 25 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
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We also recognise the value of extending these principles of best practice to those on apprenticeship programmes and adult skills provision, where appropriate and meaningful. This ensures that all learners, regardless of age or pathway, have opportunities to develop their career management skills, make informed choices, and progress successfully into furt
her
learning or employment.
4.4
While the structure and emphasis may vary, all programmes
(where
appropriate) will be underpinned by the Gatsby Benchmarks, ensuring a coherent and consistent approach across the Group. Please see Appendix 1 for a general overview of how the Gatsby Benchmarks will be applied and what we aim to achieve.
5. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 5.1
The successful delivery of CEIAG relies on clear leadership, effective management, and shared responsibility across the organisation. While strategic oversight sits with senior leaders, all staff contribute to embedding careers within the learner experience . This section sets out the specific responsibilities of key roles to ensure that statutory duties are met, the Gatsby Benchmarks are delivered, and careers provision is integrated into the wider Personal Development curriculum.
Executive Director of Learner Services
- Provides overall strategic
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leadership and accountability for CEIAG, ensuring careers are embedded within organisational strategy, resources are allocated, and progress is monitored. • Head of Careers and UCAS - Leads the design and delivery of the SCL College careers programme, ensuring compliance with statutory duties and the Gatsby Benchmarks, while supporting staff across all divisions. Manages the UCAS process, oversees the careers team, and provides training and guidance to staff on implementing the Gatsby Benchmarks.
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Division CEIAG Lead
- Where appropriate,
each division will have a
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designated lead to support delivery and consistency across
SCL Divisions
Careers Advisers
- Provide impartial one
-to-one guidance, support with
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applications and progression planning, and deliver group workshops. • Careers Coordinator - Organise careers activities, manage appointments, coordinate UCAS applications, and maintain communications with learners and parents. • Learning Support Team - Ensure CEIAG is accessible to learners with additional needs and provide tailored support where required. • Tutors / Assessors and Teaching Staff - Embed careers learning into teaching, link curriculum content to employment opportunities, and support learners to engage with external encounters and placements. • Learners. Take an active role in their career development by engaging with
activities and making use of available support. • Parents and Carers.
Support learners in exploring career options and
engage with SCL’s careers events and communications.
6. MONITORING AND EVAULATION 6.1. The CEIAG programme will be evaluated annually.
6.2. D edicated Level 6 Careers Development Professional’s will be available to offer one -to-one guidance and support to learners as they navigate their career choices.
6.3. SCL Group will keep systematic records of the individual advice given to each learner, along with the decisions and actions agreed. Learners will be able to access these records to support their career development.
6.4. SCL Group will also collect and maintain accurate data on learners’ education, training or employment destinations to help us review and improve our CEIAG provision.
6.5. Self -assessment tools such as Compass will be used to benchmark provision against the Gatsby Benchmarks.
7. COMMITMENT TO QUALITY AND INCLUSION 7.1.
SCL Group will ensure that all learners, regardless of background, ability or need, have equal access to high -quality CEIAG.
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7.2.
Particular consideration will be given to learners with SEND, those from disadvantaged backgrounds, and those at risk of becoming NEET.
7.3.
The programme will be inclusive, impartial, and aligned with safeguarding and equality policies at all times.
8. CONTACTS
Careers
– careers@wearescl.co.uk
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Appendix 1: Gatsby Benchmarks
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