LCF 2021 Programme

We are excited to reveal that the programme for LCF 2021 is now available!

So have a look at the programme to see what you can expect from the festival this year. We have a number of webinars and workshops to choose from over the week including those being delivered by the likes of Natwest, Bloomberg, Role Models and others. So don’t wait, book now!

Click here to view the programme.

Explore skills & sectors

Looking for something specific? Why not explore the following LCF programmes which explore specific industry sectors or Fusion skills.

• Oracy Skills:

Click here to see how you can explore oracy skills with LCF 2021

• STEM Careers:

Click here to see how you can explore STEM careers with LCF 2021

BOOKING INFORMATION

Live webinars/workshops form a key part of what the London Careers Festival has to offer to schools and pupils. You can see a full list of these under the Book option.

While these webinars are free to all schools, we do require that you register and book tickets for these in advance.

Please click here to view our full booking policy.

Why get involved

For Students

This is YOUR opportunity to explore exciting career pathways and discover the skills needed to succeed.

• Improve your understanding of the world of work
• Get practical tips and advice from businesses and experts
• Explore the skills needed to succeed
• Find out about available career opportunities
• Enhance your CV
• Get inspired!

For Schools and Teachers

This is YOUR opportunity to enhance your career provisions and connect your pupils to the world of work through a curated set of offers.

• Meet your Gatsby Benchmarks
• Inspire students and fuel their imagination
• Discover and develop students’ fusion skills
• Connect your pupils to employers and opportunities
• Motivate your students in their academic learning
• An excellent addition to the resources you are providing to your pupils!

For Parents

This is YOUR opportunity to connect your child to the world of work through a curated set of offers.

• Improve your and your child’s understanding of the world of work
• Get practical tips and advice directly from employers
• Explore the skills your child will need to succeed
• Find out about available career opportunities for your child

For Employers and Businesses

This is YOUR chance to engage with top talent and students of all backgrounds.

Showcase your opportunities, engage more effectively with schools and highlight the pathways into your organisation in an exciting, inclusive, resource friendly way.

• Engage with schools and pupils. In 2019, over 5000 pupils from across London engaged in the festival!
• Support young people with their professional development
• Engage with the wider community
• Enhance your CSR programmes
• Provide strong L&D opportunities for your staff

Click on Book or Resources now to see further information.

Who is it for

The London Careers Festival is for pupils from the following age group:

• Primary
• Secondary
• Post 16’s (16-19 year olds)

Teachers

We have a range of webinars and resources for you and your pupils to explore. Webinars require pre-registration which you will need to book in advance for all your pupils, except if they are aged 16 or over. If so, you may direct your 16+ pupils to book and explore events themselves. Click ‘Book‘ for more information.

Parents

We have a range of webinars and resources for you and your child to explore. Webinars require pre-registration which will need to be booked in advance. These bookings must be made by your child’s school teacher(s). So please contact your child’s teacher directly and ask them to make a booking. They may already be engaging with the festival.

The only exception will be if your child(s) are aged 16 or over. If so, you may direct anyone aged 16+ to book and explore events themselves. Click ‘Book‘ for more information.

Students

We have a range of webinars and resources for you to explore. Webinars require pre-registration which will need to booked in advance. These bookings must be made by your school teacher(s), except if you are aged 16 or over. If you are aged 16+ then you may book and explore these events directly yourself. Click ‘Book‘ for more information.

Safeguarding

Ensuring that all young people are able to participate in the London Careers Festival (LCF) in a safe manner is really important to us.

We have therefore worked closely with a Safeguarding Consultant to ensure that all LCF sessions are safe for all young people to attend. See our full guidelines here to learn more about how we do this. We recommended you read these guidelines carefully as we have curated these for you to ensure that you can engage with the session fully and in a safe manner.

1. Short guide for Parents and Primary pupils
2. Short guide for Post-16 Pupils
3. Short guide for Secondary Pupils
4. Short guide for Teachers
5. Short guide for LCF Session Presenters

If you have any questions about these then please contact lcf@cityoflondon.gov.uk 

If you have any questions relating to booking onto a webinar or a session we are delivering this year then please contact our partner Pathway CTM at info@pathwayctm.com who are managing the booking process for us this year.

USEFUL INFORMATION

• All London Careers Festival events are offered as an educational activity. We ask that schools, sixth-form colleges and youth groups follow their own ‘offsite/safeguarding’ policies and procedures.
• For events hosted by a partner organisation, please contact them directly. If you have any concerns regarding this please email lcf@cityoflondon.gov.uk with details of booked event(s).
• We have numerous resources available to ensure that you have an informative and enjoyable experience. Please contact us if you have any questions about these.
• We’d love for you to take some pictures as you get involved with what we have to offer and share them with us by emailing lcf@cityoflondon.gov.uk

Any queries ahead of London Careers Festival, please do email the London Careers Festival team at lcf@cityoflondon.gov.uk

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION

We would encourage everyone to attend the London Careers Festival including those who may need additional support or reasonable adjustments to be made for their visit or participation. However to ensure we are making your involvement as enjoyable as possible please email the London Careers Festival team in advance with details of any additional support you may require at lcf@cityoflondon.gov.uk

Event Information

We hope that you make the most of what’s on offer with the London Careers Festival. Start exploring how you can develop your fusion skills and explore a range of career options today.

Click here to see information which we think can help enhance your experience of the festival.

FAQS

General

Is the London Careers Festival (LCF)  an annual careers festival?

Answer: Yes, London Careers Festival is annual skills and careers festival which takes place during the summer term each year. Visit our website to see dates for the next festival

Who is the London Careers Festival for?

Answer: London Careers Festival is for primary, secondary and post 16 pupils

What are the dates for the London Careers Festival?

Answer: Visit the Home page of our website to see the most up-to-date dates

Who organises and hosts the London Careers Festival?

Answer: The City of London Corporation who work closely with The Stationers’ Company and the Livery Schools Link Showcase to organise and host the festival

How much does it cost to attend?

Answer: This is a completely free event so the only costs will be your travel, food etc.

What does LCF stand for?

Answer: LCF stands for London Careers Festival

I am not part of a school, but I work with young people so can I book on to go with my young people?

Answer: We want the festival to reach as many people as possible, so this is definitely possible. Please contact us to get more information on this by emailing lcf@cityoflondon.gov.uk

Pupils

What types of employers will be at the festival?

Answer: There will be a wide range of employers for you to explore. Our aim is to have a complete mix so there is something for everyone and pupils also have the opportunity to explore sectors which they may not have previously considered.

Will it just be a careers fair with stalls?

Answer: The London Careers Festival aims at being more interactive than just a careers fair and though there will be stalls there will also but live talks, interactive workshops and wide range of activities for you to explore.

If I am Post 16, do I have to come with a teacher?

Answer: If you are coming for the designated Post 16 day you may come without a teacher.

If I am Post 16, can I book for myself or will my teacher need to book for me?

Answer: If you are coming for the designated Post 16 day you may book as an individual but any other day your teacher will need to book on for you. Check event for further details.

Teachers

Is my school eligible to participate at the London Careers Festival?

Answer: Although our aim is for schools within Greater London, ALL schools are welcome to participate and explore our events and resources.

How do I book tickets to attend the London Careers Festival with my pupils?

Answer: Booking information for LCF will be provided via our website so keep an eye here.

What venue is the London Careers Festival held at?

Answer: The Guildhall and various locations in and around the City of London

What is the nearest tube station to the Guildhall?

Answer: The nearest tube stations are Bank, Moorgate and St Paul’s

Will I need to attend the event with my pupils?

Answer: Apart from the designated Post 16 day, a teacher MUST attend with their pupils.

Will there be recordings and photographs being taken during the event?

Answer: Yes, the event will be documented/photographed/recorded. Please contact us directly if you have any questions on this.

What if I cannot make it last minute and need to cancel my tickets?

Answer: Please inform the LCF team as soon as possible, especially if you have booked a live talk or workshop as we want to be able offer your tickets to other schools.

Organisations

Who do I contact in order to be a part of the Festival?

Answer: Please email lcf@cityoflondon.gov.uk if you are interested in taking part.

How can my organisation get involved in the London Careers Festival?

Answer: You could have a stall at the event, conduct a live talk, produce a workshop and/or provide resources for our website.

Is there any cost attached to being involved in the festival?

Answer: There is no cost attached for businesses to take part.

Is there a limit to how many resources an organisation can share via the LCF website?

Answer: No, there is no limit.