Careers Masterclasses - Meaningful Employer Encounters

Designed for Careers Leaders and Senior Leadership Teams

Take your employer engagement strategy to the next level with our Careers Masterclass Series. This practical, high-impact programme is built around the Careers Impact System Maturity Model, giving you the tools and confidence to embed meaningful encounters at the heart of your careers provision.

Across three interactive sessions, you’ll gain expert insights, hands-on strategies, and real-world examples to help you deliver sustainable, high-impact careers education.

Why attend?

• Strengthen your approach with proven strategies

• Learn what makes employer encounters truly meaningful

• Take away practical tools you can implement immediately

Flexible session times:
Morning: 10:00–11:00 | Afternoon: 15:30–16:30

Session 1: What and Why – Understanding Meaningful Employer Encounters

Date: 8 January 2026
Explore why employer engagement matters and what makes an encounter impactful.

Session 2: How to Apply – Bringing Employer Encounters to Life

Date: 22 January 2026
Practical strategies to design and deliver encounters that meet Gatsby Benchmarks and inspire learners.

Session 3: Revision and Reflection – Evaluating and Sustaining Impact

Date: 5 February 2026
Learn how to measure success and embed employer engagement as a sustainable part of your careers programme.