Careers Newsletter
Each term, we provide a newsletter detailing how your child has been supported through our careers programme. These newsletters offer insights into key activities, guidance sessions, and opportunities available to students.Ìý
Below, you will find the newsletters for this academic year, once they have been sent out: Winter, Spring, and Summer.Ìý
For further information about our careers programme, please feel free to contact us.Ìý
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Labour Market Index
What is the Labour Market Index?Ìý
The LMI offers data on employment rates, unemployment figures, and economic activity within a specific area. This information is valuable for students, job seekers, and educators to understand the local job market and identify growing industries.
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Calderdale’s Labour Market OverviewÌý
As of December 2023, Calderdale’s employment landscape showed positive trends:Ìý
- Employment Rate: 77.1% of residents aged 1651ÁÔÆæ“64 were employed, an increase from 72.8% the previous year. Ìý
- Unemployment Rate: Decreased to 3.3% from 3.7% the previous year.ÌýÌý
- Economic Inactivity: Reduced to 21.5% from 23.8%, indicating more people are participating in the workforce.ÌýÌý
These statistics suggest a strengthening local economy with increasing job opportunities.Ìý
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Key Employment Sectors in CalderdaleÌý
Calderdale’s workforce is diverse, with employment spread across various sectors:Ìý
- Health Sector: Employs 14.9% of the workforce, higher than the national average. Ìý
- Business Administration, Manufacturing, and Education: Also significant employers in the region.ÌýÌý
Understanding these sectors can help individuals align their skills and career aspirations with local opportunities.Ìý
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Why LMI Matters for Students and Job SeekersÌý
Accessing LMI helps individuals:Ìý
- Identify In-Demand Skills: Align education and training with market needs.Ìý
- Make Informed Career Choices: Understand which industries are growing locally.Ìý
- Plan for the Future: Anticipate changes in the job market and prepare accordingly.Ìý
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