Moving out - becoming independent

Sixth Form KS5 Transition, Careers + Employment

Year 13 Careers & Personal Development Unit – Post-16 Transition to Work, Careers & Employment Opportunities This Careers and Finance unit is designed specifically for sixth form students preparing to transition into the world of work, independent living, and further opportunities. Mapped to the CDI Framework and aligned with the Skills Builder Programme, these 7 fully resourced lessons support personal development, informed decision-making, and future planning. Perfect for form time, careers lessons, enrichment sessions, or PSHE provision. 📦 Included in this Careers Bundle: • 7 x Fully Editable 1-Hour+ Lesson PowerPoints • 1 x End-of-Unit Assessment Quiz • 1 x Team-Building Escape Room (careers-themed) • 1 x Comprehensive Student Workbook 🧠 Lesson Topics Covered: 1. Transition: Moving out of home and becoming independent 2. Transition: Leaving education and entering the workforce 3. Violence on Screen: Exploring the impact of video games and streaming shows (e.g. Squid Game) 4. Post-16 Life Skills: Healthy eating on a budget 5. Post-16 Work: Understanding the gig economy 6. Green Careers: Jobs in the green economy 7. Career Pathways: Global career opportunities 8. Staying Safe: Personal safety abroad 📚 Each Lesson Includes: • 1 x Editable PowerPoint (with differentiated tasks) • Learning outcomes, confidence checkers & assessment opportunities • Embedded video links & discussion points • Student worksheets (in selected lessons) • Homework activities for consolidation • Teacher notes and literacy focus • Approx. 1 hour of content per lesson with timings provided This unit supports sixth formers in developing the knowledge, confidence, and practical skills needed for life after school – whether they pursue employment, apprenticeships, or further study. Ideal for schools looking to enhance their post-16 personal development and careers education provision. **Why not try out some of our other highly rated Secondary Careers Units:** ☞ [Year 7 Gatsby Benchmark Careers in Context Unit ](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks3-careers-unit-gatsby-benchmark-standards-12220690) ☞ [Year 8 Gatsby Benchmark Careers in Context Unit ](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/careers-and-gatsby-benchmarks-cdi-unit-12256205) ☞ [Year 9 Gatsby Benchmark Careers in Context Unit ](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/cre8tive-careers-year-9-unit-cdi-gatsby-benchmarks-12304111) ☞ [Year 10 Gatsby Benchmark Careers in Context Unit ](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/ks3-careers-unit-gatsby-benchmark-standards-12220690) ☞ [Year 11 Gatsby Benchmark Careers in Context Unit ](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/year-11-careers-unit-12168193) ☞ [Year 12 Gatsby Benchmark Finance & Careers in Context Unit ](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/y12-cre8tive-careers-unit-12306381) ☞ [Year 13 Gatsby Benchmark Finance & Careers in Context Unit ](https://www.tes.com/teaching-resource/y13-cre8tive-careers-unit-cdi-gatsby-benchmark-12306383) Be Ofsted and DfE PSHE 2020 ready with our resources! Product Code: C8/NEW/PS/FI