Next Steps South West (NSSW) is the local Uni Connect project, bringing together higher education providers, further education colleges, schools, the third sector, local agencies and employers, in the region. This collaborative approach allows us to provide outreach that is tailored to the needs of local areas so that young people, can access robust and impartial information needed at key transition points.
About UsThe NSSW Progression Framework provides a progressive and sustained approach to our outreach, it also supports schools and colleges in meeting their Gatsby Benchmark requirements here’s how. You can read more about our bookable workshops below. View what events and activities we’re running currently, plus those of our partners and other providers.
School and College Programme 2023Progressive and engaging, our core activities encourage students to take an active role in their own education.
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Using Careerpilot’s award-winning website, participants research job sectors and identify transferable skills and experiences, supporting applications for HE and future employment. Gatsby Benchmarks 2, 3 & 7 are covered, but vary for each year group (see below).
Keep up to date with the latest information and resources from the Next Steps South West Team.
Creating opportunities in Devon, Plymouth, Somerset and Torbay The Heart of the South West Careers Hub, delivered by the Heart of the South West (HotSW) LEP, is one of the largest careers hubs in England, established in collaboration with The Careers and Enterprise Company to help transform careers education for young people across Devon, Somerset,…