Our shared vision for choosing the best route to achieve your goals
Our expert, friendly School Liaison Team may already be familiar faces to you from their time spent in your school, running informative, fun-packed sessions to help you make crucial decisions about your future and stand out from the crowd.
Our School Liaison Team is here to offer you independent advice and guidance – they won’t push you down a certain route after GCSEs or insist you come to Burnley College Sixth Form Centre (although we hope that you’ll share our vision for your future and recognise just why we’re the number one College in the country).
They can offer you individual support and can work with you over weeks or months – however long it takes to make a decision on your future options.
Now, as you make your post-GCSE choices, they’re right by your side, supporting you every step of the way with advice and guidance on:
Which route most suits your career and academic ambitions and learning style – A Levels, T Levels, Vocational study or a Themis Apprenticeship
The different subjects you can study to help you reach your goals
Choosing the perfect learning environment.
MEET THE SCHOOL LIAISON TEAM
GRACE WARBURTON
Hi, I’m Grace
I’ve worked in the education sector for almost 3 years and my background is in apprenticeship recruitment and advice & guidance.
I enjoy delivering sessions and activities to help individuals develop their skills and options for their next steps. I find it really rewarding when an individual puts these skills in to practice and achieves what it is they have set out to do, for e.g. Interview techniques within an interview with an employer for an apprenticeship.
Interesting Fact: I swam with whale sharks while in the Philippines.
GEORGIA MOTTERSHEAD
Hi, I’m Georgia
Although I am quite new to working in the educational sector, I am extremely enthusiastic about my role as school liaison officer.
I really enjoy helping students identify their key skills and understanding how they can apply their strengths to future educational/industry roles. It’s great to see pupils’ confidence grow as they realise how many amazing skillsets they have to offer.
Interesting Fact: In my spare time I am a princess party entertainer for events and children’s parties.
OLIVIA ISHERWOOD
Hi, I’m Olivia
Entering the world of education has been a fascinating journey for me. I find great satisfaction in conducting informative sessions, engaging students and, inspiring them. Seeing students discover and hone their essential skills is truly rewarding – these are the tools they’ll need for their future endeavours, whether it’s acing an interview or crafting a compelling CV. What gives me immense joy is witnessing their growing confidence and the smiles they carry away from each session.
Interesting Fact: I am left-handed but I do everything with my right hand, including playing various sports.
ELLA THOMPSON
Hi, I’m Ella
I joined the Burnley College Family in November 2022 as Customer Experience Ambassador, following achieving a first-class honours degree in Business. When the role in the School Liaison Team came up, I knew it was for me! Being part of the SLT is such a supportive team, but we also get a lot of independence when we’re out and about. I’m really enjoying it! I love meeting new people and having the opportunity to support young people and helping them to make the decisions that will set them up for future success is so rewarding.
Interesting Fact: I’ve been a performer and volunteer at the Pendle Hippodrome for most of my life. I’ve appeared in over 30 shows and have directed and choreographed many performances too.
CAITLIN HANSON
Hi, I’m Caitlin
Although I’m new to the education sector, I am very excited to join Burnley College and the School Liaison Team. The highlight of my role is being able to talk to Students, giving them key information to guide them on the next steps in their life. It’s really rewarding to help Students become empowered to make their own decisions about their future that will shape their whole lives confidence. I love playing a vital role in being able to give them support and guidance.
Interesting Fact: I went deep sea diving in Lanzarote and held a sea urchin.
Key Stage 4
Year 10 or Year 11
If you are currently a Year 10 or Year 11 pupil at high school, this section is for you.
We have a range of resources available to help you discover your next steps, from skills-based activities and insights into the subjects you can study with us right through to application.
We’re here to support you in making the change from School to College. Gain a taste of the subjects you’re interested in with our downloadable work packs to help you make the transition and prepare for College life.
The ideal way for you to immerse yourself in your favourite subject – or discover a new subject – as you make your post-GCSE choices. Each exciting programme is led by our friendly, experienced Tutors.
These are the perfect opportunity to explore the options available to you at Burnley College, including:
The opportunity to get advice and guidance on your post-GCSE options
Enjoy a tour of our imprssive Campus
Speak to our subject specialist Tutors
See our extra-curricular activities come to life
Ask any questions you may have.
There is an Apprenticeship-focussed event every January, where you can meet potential employers, hand in your CV and show you have got what it takes to be a #futureboss.
Applications
Our priority application period runs from 1 September to 31 March. This means that, subject to achieving the required grades, you will be offered a place on your preferred programme.
Interview
This usually happens one month after you apply and takes place at college. This will usually be with a subject specialist from your chosen subject(s) and is your opportunity to ask your course-specific questions.
If you do not have your interview before the priority deadline of 31 March, don’t panic. As long as we have received your application, the same rules apply.
After you attend your interview, and are offered a place, you can accept this place in preparation for enrolling in late August and becoming a Burnley College student.
Preview Day
If you’ve accepted your place at Burnley College, you will be invited to Preview Day in late June – this is an opportunity to experience the life of a Burnley College student, with subject workshops and enrichment opportunities, as well as the chance to meet new friends and people on your course.
GCSE Results & Enrolment
Once you receive your results from school, you are ready to enrol at Burnley College on GCSE Results Day. Your personalised appointment time will be sent out in advance.
If you don’t getthe grades you expect, our knowledgeable School Liaison Team and our team of advisers are available to help you find an appropriate programme to allow you to progress.
Your CV is an important document that will be expected at every job interview. It is particularly important to consider if you are looking to enrol onto a Themis Apprenticeship.
Interviews will happen when applying for any job. For some of you, your Burnley College interview will be your first experience of one.
If you are applying to be a Themis Apprentice, you will have interviews with employers, as well as Burnley College staff.
Take a look at our guide to CVs and interviews.
We’re here to help! The School Liaison Team will assist you in preparing for an interview or crafting a winning cv, contact them anytime at [email protected]
If you are currently a Year 7, Year 8 or Year 9 pupil at high school, this section is for you.
We have a range of resources available to help you discover the options available to you at college, as well as things you could be doing now to prepare you for the transition to Sixth Form.
Do you love English or Science? Is PE or Art the best part of the week? Why do you like these subjects?
Do you like to:
Use your hands to make things
Be the first to answer questions in class
Draw, paint, sing or dance
Be very organised
Read or play a musical instrument
Play in a sports team
Listen rather than shout out the answer
Look after your friends or pets
Be the leader in group work
Understand how things work and why
Know more about the world we live in?
Your answers could help you decide what you’d like to study at GCSE alongside the important subjects of English, Maths and Science. They may also give a clue to a future career that suits you.
SOME THINGS TO THINK ABOUT WHEN CHOOSING YOUR GCSEs
Whether you already know what career you want or are still deciding, here are some things to consider when choosing your GCSEs.
Choose subjects because you think you’ll be good at them and they interest you
A good mix of subjects will keep your options open, such as English, Maths, Science, History or Geography and a language
Don’t choose subjects because you want to be with a best friend or your favourite teacher – you might not be in the same group as your friend
If you are determined to follow a particular career path, research which subjects are essential in entry requirements
Always aim for the highest grade you can in each subject to help you keep your options open or get your dream job!
There is still time to think about your future career and make important decisions and there are people to help you, at home and at school.
Talk to your parents/guardians, your school careers adviser or contact us through the Enquiry Form on this page.
BC Programmes
To help you make that important transition to becoming a Burnley College student, BC programmes are a great way to discover more about your favourite subject – or find out more about possible new study routes and to meet your potential new classmates.
