At Mill House School, we work closely with students, families and external services to support young people as they prepare for adulthood, employment and further education.
Parents and carers play a vital role in helping young people explore their options, build confidence and plan their next steps.
Careers Advice and Guidance
Prospects / Shaw Trust
Prospects (delivered by Shaw Trust) provides information, advice and guidance to help young people prepare for adulthood, employment, education and training.
- Prospects – help for young people with jobs, training and apprenticeships
https://www.shawtrust.org.uk
Students will have opportunities at key transition points to receive support to explore their interests, skills and future pathways.
Helping Your Child to Search for and Apply for Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships can be a positive route for young people who enjoy practical learning and want to gain workplace experience while earning.
- Become an Apprentice – GOV.UK
Information on how apprenticeships work, different levels, pay and how to apply.
https://www.gov.uk/apprenticeships - Amazing Apprenticeships – Parent & Carer Support
Clear explanations of apprenticeship routes, technical education and progression pathways.
https://www.amazingapprenticeships.com - Parent & Carer Apprenticeship Guides (Choices Magazine)
Monthly guidance for parents and carers about apprenticeships and technical education.
https://amazingapprenticeships.com
Job and Apprenticeship Vacancies
- Indeed
Useful for finding part‑time work, entry‑level roles and apprenticeships that can fit around study.
https://www.indeed.co.uk
Extra Careers Support
National Careers Service
The National Careers Service provides free, impartial information, advice and guidance for young people and families, including:
- Career ideas and job profiles
- Education and training routes
- CV writing and interview preparation
- https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk
- Warwickshire County Council – Careers and Employment Support
https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk
Supported Employment and SEND‑Specific Pathways
British Association for Supported Employment (BASE)
BASE promotes inclusive routes into employment and provides information about supported employment for young people with SEND.
Supported Internships
Supported Internships are structured work‑based study programmes for young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
- Warwickshire – Supported Internship Information
https://api.warwickshire.gov.uk/documents/WCCC-829341009-410
Planning for Adulthood (SEND)
Guidance for parents and carers supporting young people with SEND to plan for adulthood.
- Planning for Adulthood – Warwickshire County Council
https://www.warwickshire.gov.uk
Enterprise, Confidence and Alternative Pathways
The King’s Trust
The King’s Trust supports young people aged 11–30, including those with SEND, by helping them:
- Build confidence and employability skills
- Explore self‑employment and business ideas
- Access mentoring, funding and training
- https://www.kingstrust.org.uk
This can be a supportive pathway for students who benefit from flexible, personalised routes into employment.
Key Staff Supporting Careers and Transition
If you would like further advice or support, please contact:
- Careers & Personal Development Lead:
Corinne Clarke - SENDCo:
Pauline Brett
Both work closely with students, families and external agencies to support next steps and transition planning.
Working in Partnership with Families
Millhouse School is committed to working in partnership with parents and carers to support positive outcomes for all students.
If you have any questions about careers, further education, apprenticeships or employment pathways, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the school.