Strengthening Careers Provision Through Peer-to-Peer Review

This week, colleagues from across our trust came together to take part in a Careers Impact System: Peer-to-Peer Review, wonderfully facilitated by Sarah Latimer from the South Midlands Careers Hub.

The peer-to-peer review model rolled out by the Careers and Enterprise Company is designed to support settings in reflecting on their careers provision, celebrating what is working well, and identifying opportunities for further development. Grounded in collaboration and shared learning, it provides a supportive space for education settings to learn from one another while keeping learners firmly at the heart of the conversation.

It was truly inspiring to see those involved showcase the thoughtful, learner-centred approaches they are taking to careers education. Staff confidently highlighted the meaningful activities, employer engagement and personalised pathways that are having a real and lasting impact on learners’ confidence, aspirations and preparation for adulthood.

It was lovely to meet colleagues from Maplefields School in Corby, who shared some fantastic examples of their own practice. Hearing how other settings approach career education for SEND learners was refreshing and energising, reminding us of the power of coming together as a wider education community.

Throughout the session, there was a strong sense of openness, encouragement and mutual respect. Staff asked thoughtful questions, shared honest reflections and offered constructive feedback, all with the shared goal of strengthening career provision for young people with SEND.

Peer-to-peer reviews like this are not about judgement; they are about continuous improvement, collaboration and shared responsibility. They reinforce our belief that the best outcomes for learners come when professionals work together, learn from one another and remain curious about how they can do even better.

A huge thank you to Sarah Latimer for expertly facilitating the session, and to all staff involved for their professionalism, openness and commitment. Your teamwork made the experience genuinely impactful, and we look forward to building on this learning as we continue to develop high-quality, inclusive careers provision across our trust.

For more information on the process you can find out here.