Oldham Academy North host careers fair for students

E-ACT The Oldham Academy North (TOAN) held its Raising Aspirations event to help students explore potential careers and further education options.

Local employers, colleges, apprenticeship providers, and community organisations all attended, allowing students to gain insight into different career paths.

This included Barlows EV, Greater Manchester Police, and Dream Big Sports.

Students got the chance to explore potential careers and further education options (Image: Supplied)

Students could also discuss academic and vocational routes with colleges and higher education institutions including Oldham College and Manchester Metropolitan University.

Experts were on hand to discuss apprenticeships and Manchester United also attended to give students the chance to explore careers in the sports industry.

Students and parents could also meet TOAN’s pastoral staff and senior leadership team to discuss academic progress and future goals.

External support services, such as Positive Steps and Early Help, were there to provide additional resources and guidance.

Local employers, colleges, and support services joined forces to showcase future opportunities for students (Image: Supplied)

Scott Boardman, careers lead at TOAN, said: "Our Raising Aspirations event is all about showing our students the many paths open to them.

"By bringing in a range of organisations, we are helping them to think ahead and make informed choices for their futures.

"TOAN students have incredibly bright futures ahead and Raising Aspirations plays an important role in encouraging ambitions and opening doors."

Alex Machell, director of Key Stage 4 at TOAN, said: "It was great to see our young people so enthusiastic about what the future might hold.

"These sorts of events are crucial in raising ambitions and we’re very grateful to all the organisations who gave up their time to support us."