Careers

Our exceptional careers programme has been recognised nationally, with Lincoln Minster School shortlisted for the 2025 Independent School of the Year Award in the Student Careers category.

Through a carefully designed programme, we empower our students to confidently pursue their goals. From Year 7 to Year 13, our pupils understand that "career is a journey". We focus not only on aiming for a specific job role but also on equipping students with the skills necessary to effectively manage their own careers. We help them develop confidence, leadership, communication, networking, decision-making, and planning abilities.

We encourage every pupil to identify their individual strengths, interests, and aptitudes, giving them the confidence to explore and pursue meaningful career pathways. Our approach ensures that each student graduates with a strong sense of purpose and direction, whether they choose to progress to university, apprenticeships or enter the workforce.

Year 7 - Self-awareness

In curriculum teaching

Careers & enterprise off-timetabled event

Career guidance interview available

Year 8 - Opportunity awareness

In curriculum teaching

Careers & enterprise off-timetabled event

Career guidance interview available

Year 9 & GCSE Options - Decision-making

In curriculum teaching

Careers & enterprise off-timetabled event

Trips to Careers Fairs

Options presentations, assemblies and evening

Group and personalised guidance

Year 10 - Workplace Awareness

In curriculum teaching

Workplace projects

Post-16 and Post-18 networking events

Personalised careers guidance

Year 11 - Next Steps

In curriculum teaching

University Visit

Post-16 Transition Guidance

Personalised careers guidance

Sixth Form - Industry Driven

Personalised Guidance

Real-World Connections

Leading in Lincolnshire Programme

Practical Preparation

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The Minster Award

The Minster Award is an employability skills framework designed to encourage every student to pursue their interests, contribute positively to society and shape their future. Students develop nine core employability skills and compile valuable content for their CVs and applications.

Pupils work towards four progressive levels: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Diamond
Achievements are recorded in a dedicated Minster Award Booklet
Each student receives a Minster Award Booklet and is supported by their form tutor to complete all sections.

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Communication & Presentation

Pupils learn to express their ideas with confidence through public speaking, debates, and presentations to guest speakers and alumni panels.

Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving

Enterprise challenges, drop-down days and themed career weeks such as Green Careers Week inspire pupils to think creatively and tackle real-world problems.

Teamwork & Leadership

Group projects, volunteering initiatives and mock assessment centre experiences help pupils collaborate effectively and lead with purpose.

Organisation & Self-Management

Balancing academic study, co-curricular activities and enrichment events enables pupils to set goals, manage their time and take responsibility for their learning

Resilience & Adaptability

From mock interviews and enterprise tasks to university visits and outdoor challenges, pupils learn to embrace new situations with confidence and perseverance.

Digital Literacy & Research

Pupils use digital tools to prepare for virtual careers fairs, explore universities, and engage with employers online, building research and technological skills for the modern world.

Career Planning & Decision-Making

Careers fairs, alumni networking events and personalised guidance sessions support pupils in setting clear goals and mapping their future pathways.

Workplace Awareness

Encounters with professionals, employer site visits and industry guest talks give pupils an authentic insight into different careers, roles and workplace expectations.

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Accreditations and Recognition

Platinum Career Mark
Lincoln Minster School proudly holds the National Quality in Careers Standard (Platinum), the highest level of recognition for outstanding careers education, information, advice and guidance. This award confirms that our provision fully meets the Gatsby Benchmarks, demonstrating excellence in preparing pupils for future success.
Unifrog Platform
Every pupil from Years 7 to 13 has access to Unifrog, an award-winning online platform designed to help them: Research universities, apprenticeships and career pathways Explore personal interests and strengths Build a digital portfolio of skills, experiences and achievements Manage applications for post-16 and post-18 opportunities