About This Workbook
This workbook is designed to help students aged 12–24 explore who they are, what they enjoy, and where those qualities lead in the world of work. Work through each section honestly — there are no right or wrong answers.
Section 1 — Who Am I?
My Strengths
Tick everything that feels like you:
- ☐ I enjoy solving problems and puzzles
- ☐ I am good at explaining things to others
- ☐ I enjoy working with my hands
- ☐ I am creative and enjoy making things
- ☐ I enjoy helping and supporting people
- ☐ I am organised and like planning
- ☐ I enjoy working with numbers and data
- ☐ I am a natural leader
- ☐ I enjoy research and finding out new things
- ☐ I communicate well in writing or speech
My Interests
Which of these topics interest you most? Circle your top 3:
- Technology & Computers · Science & Medicine · Art & Design
- Business & Money · People & Society · Nature & Environment
- Sport & Fitness · Law & Justice · Teaching & Coaching
- Building & Engineering · Media & Communication · Food & Hospitality
Section 2 — My Values
What matters most to you in a future career? Rank from 1 (most important) to 5:
| Value | My Rank (1–5) |
|---|
| Earning a good salary | |
| Making a difference to others | |
| Job security and stability | |
| Creative freedom | |
| Work-life balance | |
Section 3 — Exploring Career Options
Based on your strengths and interests, research 3 careers that appeal to you:
| Career Title | What They Do | Qualifications Needed | Salary Range |
|---|
| 1. | | | |
| 2. | | | |
| 3. | | | |
Tip: Use the National Careers Service website (nationalcareers.service.gov.uk) to research job profiles, salary information, and the qualifications needed for any career in the UK.
Section 4 — My Action Plan
Pick your favourite career from Section 3 and complete the plan below:
My chosen career:
_______________________________________________
Steps I need to take at school/college:
- GCSEs / A-Levels / BTECs I should focus on: _______________
- Work experience or volunteering I could do: _______________
- People I could speak to for advice: _______________
My goal for the next 6 months:
_______________________________________________
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