Careers – Page 13 – Catcote Academy

Nakita, one of our STEPs students, which is our pathway to independence and employment, has been attending a work placement since the summer of last academic year in West View Care Lodge. Her job coach Helen Newton, has been working closely to support both Nakita …

17th October 2022Careers by S Greig

Job Carving

Catcote Academy/Futures prides itself on preparing its young people for the world of work. The Careers programme taught in the classroom is supported by a fantastic offer of work experience in the community, across a wide range of work placements in a variety of work …

4th October 2022Careers by S Greig

Independent travel, enabling and empowering

Bradley has begun his first term very productively following his new pathway, The STEPs programme. Bradley has started his independent travel programme with his job coaches Caroline and Suzanne this week to enable him to travel from home to college and from home to his …

3rd October 2022Careers by S Greig

The Dutch Garden Centre

Brandon and Dylan have thoroughly enjoyed their work placement at The Dutch garden centre this week. They have been helping pot new plants, clean their work stations and work as part of the team brilliantly! Our students enjoy dressing the part and learning something new …

30th September 2022Careers by S Greig

Carols the One

Emily is a student at our sixth form, and is currently on work experience placement at Carols the One, she is loving her new work placement, the staff and customers have met her feel so welcome and a big part of the team! She is gaining …

30th September 2022Careers by S Greig

Poolie Time Emporium

The STEPs students had a visit today from Dave Hunter (Project Manager) Poolie Time emporium. He explained about the different services Poolie Exchange had to offer to the people of Hartlepool, and how STEPs could work in partnership with them. Our young people are going …

30th September 2022Careers by S Greig

Catcote Metro Work Experience

Our sixth form students have began their work experience placements this week. Malachy enjoyed his placement at Catcote Metro, he worked really hard, displaying core skills such as communication and problem solving skills. He carried out a wide range of duties including serving customers, operating …

22nd September 2022Careers by S Greig

Marco Polos

Our pathway to independent living and employment The STEPS programme previously worked with Marco Polos restaurant last academic year, completing a four week programme. The students learned and experienced valuable, transferrable skills during this period and thoroughly enjoyed learning about hospitality. The owners Fred and …

6th July 2022Careers, News by S Greig

Hartfield’s – Kenny

Good news story – Paid Employment!!! Kenny Roland has been working as an official volunteer at Hartfield’s Retirement Village since restrictions were lifted following COVID lockdown. Keeny has shown such determination and consistency they have offered him permanent paid employment beginning in September once Kenny …

6th July 2022Careers, News by S Greig

Bloomin Art

Catcote Academy students from all pathways explored the process of recycled paper. Local community company ‘Bloomin Art’ in association with ‘Festival of Thrift’ wowed students with their art trike. Students created their own paper from a suitcase using old paper waste. The visit raised awareness …

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CATCOTE ACADEMY

We are committed to and passionate about the learning and progress of our students. Staff and trustees have high aspirations for our learners and we aim to provide a high quality, relevant and balanced education for all our students that focuses on individual, personal and academic achievement that will enhance the life opportunities for our young people as they move into the adult world. There is a happy and positive atmosphere in which students can fulfil their potential and grow in self-confidence with respect for the people and environment around them.