Le Dicheall Thig Eòlas - Knowledge comes from Diligence

Careers Info

Careers and Employability

Developing the Young Workforce

Students in Islay High School take part in a range of activities from S1 to S6 to help them investigate, and prepare for, their future destinations after school:

Careers workshops and 1-to-1 appointments with Elaine Morrison (Skills Development Scotland)
Careers and Employability events throughout the year
Annual employability workshops
STEM events
Widening Access programmes – for college and university study
School trip and visits
Leadership opportunities for senior students
Work experience
Flexible Learning Plans

Employability Resources

National Careers Service – Info, Advice, and Guidance

My World of Work – Identify skills, strengths, and investigate careers

UCAS – What to do?

Prospects – Degree related jobs

Careers Suggestion Test – No need to sign-up, skip e-mail request

FocusWest; The Programme – Varied careers guidance

Skills Development Scotland Careers