Careers
Every young person deserves an equal opportunity to be the best version of themselves with access to a fantastic careers programme, relevant resources, curriculum-based activities, with both educational and work experiences so they can fulfil their potential. No matter what your ability is, effort, passion and belief are what ignite that ability and can turn this into accomplishment.
Supported by the Careers Team and the wider staff body, students will have access to a range of activities, engagement opportunities and information to help decide the right pathways for them.
This page can give you an overview of what you can expect during your time with us. Click the drop-down menus below to have a look.
You can find our Careers Advice Information and Guidance Policy and Provider Access Policy on our Policies page.
The Careers Team
The Careers Team
Our Careers Team are dedicated to helping every student discover their potential, explore their options and feel confident about their future.
Through a wide range of careers guidance, employer encounters, work experience, university and college visits, and opportunities to explore different pathways, we support students in developing the knowledge, skills and confidence they need to make successful decisions about their next steps.
Whether students are considering our Sixth Form, further education, an apprenticeship, university or the world of work, our team is here to help them understand the opportunities available and find the pathway that is right for them.
| Staff Name | Role | Email Address |
|---|---|---|
| Mrs Sarah Bytheway | Careers Advisor | s.bytheway@hallparkacademy.org.uk |
| Miss Jade Mabon | Aspirational Programme Coordinator | j.mabon@hallparkacademy.org.uk |
| Mr Dave Dolman | Assistant Headteacher (SLT link to Careers) | d.dolman@hallparkacademy.org.uk |
| Mr James Fenby | Work Experience Coordinator | j.fenby@hallparkacademy.org.uk |
Careers Advice Appointments
Having a Careers Advice Appointment
Mrs Bytheway meets with every student to provide professional careers advice.
If you're not sure what to expect, have a read through our One to One Career Guidance Information for Students Information Sheet first. You will certainly get the best out of the session if you prepare for it in advance using the tips inside.
The Careers Journey
The Careers Journey
Every student should have high quality, independent careers guidance to encourage them to be aspirational and well-informed when making educational and career decisions.
All students should participate in a range of activities to develop a variety of employability skills, preparing them for a working life which is in the best interest of the student being enjoyable and providing economic well-being.
View our Careers Roadmap and Aspiration Programme Overview here
Destinations
Destinations
Where do our students go after they've left Year 11? View the documents below to view our destination data.
In 2026, students chose the following post 16 options:
- Apprentinceship
- Bilborough College
- Brakenhurst College
- Confetti College
- Derby College
- Eastwood Town CFC
- Foxwood Academy
- Hall Park Academy 6th Form
- Heanor Gate Sixth Form
- Inspire College
- Kimberely School 6th Form
- Nottingham College
- The Army
- Vision West Notts
- Started own business