Year 10 Mock Interviews Prepare Students for the Future at St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form
St John’s Catholic School and Sixth Form was delighted to welcome a wide range of professionals into school on Friday to support our Year 10 mock interviews, an important part of our careers education programme. All Year 10 students took part in the experience, meeting employers from a variety of industries. These included education providers, engineering firms, Bishop Auckland Council, and local independent companies. We were especially pleased to welcome several employers who are former students of St John’s, highlighting the strong and lasting links between the school and its wider community.
Careers Day 2026
St John’s Catholic School & Sixth Form College was proud to host its whole‑school Careers Day 2026, an inspiring event designed to help students explore future pathways, develop employability skills and gain first‑hand insight into the world of work. With the school taken off timetable for the day, students from Year 7 through to Sixth Form participated in a wide range of engaging, age‑appropriate activities focused on careers education, aspiration and preparation for life beyond school.
St John’s Year 9 Students Explore Creative Careers at Ushaw Historic House
On Tuesday, 30 of our Year 9 students had an inspiring opportunity to attend the Creative Careers Carousel at Ushaw Historic House, near Bishop Auckland. This event was designed to showcase the exciting possibilities within the creative industries and help students explore future career paths.