Careers and Jobs Event at West Derby School

About the Business Leaders

These business leaders have been chosen because their companies are growing quickly.

About the teacher and students

The event was created by Carmel Jones for 200 students at West Derby School aged Age 14 - 17.

Event description

West Derby School Careers Speed Networking Carousel for our Sixth Form and Year 11 and 10 students

We would love for you to join us at West Derby School’s Careers Speed Networking Carousel—an exciting opportunity to engage with our Sixth Form, Year 11, and Year 10 students and help shape their futures.

Event Details:
📅 Date: March 26th, 2025
📍 Location: West Derby School
⏰ Time: 9:20 AM – 3:15 PM (Arrival between 8:40 AM – 9:05 AM)

What to Expect:
A fast-paced, engaging format where students circulate in pairs and spend 5 minutes at each contributor’s desk before moving on.
A chance to share insights, industry knowledge, and career advice with eager young minds.
A diverse lineup of 25-30 professionals from various industries, employment sectors, and further education institutions.
Guided student questions to facilitate meaningful conversations—though many of our students naturally engage with confidence!
Why Get Involved?
✔ Make a difference—over 40% of our students come from disadvantaged backgrounds and may not have regular opportunities to interact with professionals like you.
✔ Support and inspire the next generation by broadening their career aspirations.
✔ Network with fellow industry leaders in a collaborative setting.

Event Schedule:
9:20 AM – 10:20 AM | Period 1
10:20 AM – 10:35 AM | Break
10:35 AM – 11:35 AM | Period 2
11:35 AM – 12:35 PM | Period 3
12:35 PM – 1:25 PM | Lunch (provided)
1:15 PM – 2:15 PM | Period 4
2:15 PM – 3:15 PM | Period 5
To ensure a smooth start, we kindly ask attendees to arrive between 8:40 AM – 9:05 AM for registration in Reception. We’ll have pastries and hot beverages waiting for you, and a complimentary lunch will also be provided as a token of our appreciation.

We truly hope you’ll consider giving just one day to inspire, empower, and guide our students. Your time and insights could change a life.

Please let us know if you can attend—we would love to have you with us!