Trinity Academy New Bridge Careers Information

At Trinity Academy New Bridge, our Careers Education program is designed to empower young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence they need to make informed decisions about their futures. We focus on helping learners develop a strong sense of self-awareness, explore a range of career opportunities, and successfully navigate transitions from education into training or employment. By fostering independent learning and cultivating essential employability skills, we ensure that our learners are equipped to take full advantage of opportunities that will enrich their lives.

Aligned with our vision and core values, our careers curriculum emphasises the development of empathy, articulation, resilience, and positive relationships. These qualities are integrated throughout the learning journey to support personal growth and ensure that learners are not only prepared for employment but also for the challenges and opportunities of adulthood. Our vision of creating confident, competent and kind citizens of the future reflects our commitment to nurturing the values necessary for future success, ensuring our learners are equipped for life beyond school.

In line with government guidelines, Trinity Academy New Bridge provides independent careers guidance for all learners from Years 7 to 11. Our curriculum offers a minimum of six opportunities for learners to engage with approved providers offering technical education qualifications and apprenticeships. We are proud to collaborate with the North East Combined Authority and are an active member of the North East Ambition Careers Hub, a strategic initiative dedicated to enhancing local community involvement in the National Careers Strategy.

In addition to structured lessons, our learners benefit from a diverse range of enrichment activities. These include our "Votes for Schools" tutor time every Monday, where learners engage with current affairs, social issues, and discuss topics that shape their understanding of the world. This initiative not only empowers learners with valuable knowledge but also fosters critical thinking and a sense of social responsibility, encouraging them to consider the broader impact of their actions on their communities.

At Trinity Academy New Bridge, we aim to develop young people who can independently research, make informed choices, and successfully transition from education into the next stages of their lives. All learners participate in at least one lesson per week of dedicated Careers Education as part of our PSHE program, mapped to the Career Development Institute’s framework for careers, employability, and enterprise education. Year 10 and 11 learners benefit from an additional lesson per week to support their transition to post-16 opportunities.

Our careers program is complemented by a wide range of events, activities, and experiences designed to further enhance learning. For more information or to discuss how we can support your child’s career development, please contact our Employment Engagement and Alternative Provision Teacher, Sarah Hodge:

Phone: 0191 2986950 option 4

Email: SarahHodge@tanmat.org