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03/12/24

We are pleased to announce that we have received accreditation for National Online Safety. This is in recognition of the work undertaken in school, by staff, to ensure our pupils know how to keep themselves safe online.https://t.co/C79iLFylgq#cdsonlinesafety pic.twitter.com/1tHKvvYyz4

26/11/24

The Charles Dickens School is looking for a Cover Supervisor to join the team in Broadstairs. This role would suit someone who wants to support teaching & learning in a school. Find out more: https://t.co/1o6kqf5RX1 pic.twitter.com/YWwuh7jAtF

26/11/24

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26/11/24

Cover Supervisor required by the Chares Dickens School in Broadstairs, Kent. Info/Apply: https://t.co/DjB9XdpnAl pic.twitter.com/pjINZFuu9J

22/11/24

Y10 Textiles pupils have been studying Poppy Treffry and using their local surroundings such as the beach, their garden or local park to influence their textile design ideas. Pupils really enjoyed making personal connections to their work. pic.twitter.com/NnmXbKaAv0

22/11/24

Y7 Art pupils have been working on Frank Stella inspired sculptures. They worked in pairs to combine decorative shapes to create sculptured forms, exploring colour, pattern and space, and considering balance and structure to create forms that can be viewed from all angles. pic.twitter.com/95ELulyEUj

22/11/24

KS3 pupils had the opportunity to visit Canterbury Cathedral for a guided tour and to complete a workshop in the historic archives.  The tour was informative and it was clear that pupils were engaged in learning more about this beautiful and renowned landmark.#cdshistory pic.twitter.com/LrJ3ocPk1L

21/11/24

Cooking club continued with the Italian theme and pupils made deliciously filled, and folded, pizzas called calzone. We wonder how many made it home, but they warmed up our budding chefs from the inside out!#cdsfood pic.twitter.com/wmBaoecDJW

21/11/24

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19/11/24

Our local Environmental Health Officer, Emily Whittaker, visited the School to present to Y9 & 10 H&C pupils. She explained what her job is like day to day and some pupils were able to act out what happens when ‘an inspector calls’.A very enjoyable session. Thank you Emily. pic.twitter.com/UF9c5ah37J

19/11/24

Year 11 Hospitality & Catering ‘high skills’ intervention began in style with Ms Grossmith leading the way and pupils all successfully making eggs benedict!Incredible effort and outcomes for all, well done.#cdshospitality pic.twitter.com/ru3jpNx8nH

18/11/24

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15/11/24

Our ladies at Independent Catering stole the show again today for Children in Need. Always ready to take part in an event pupils are celebrating, today saw Pudsey ears, Children in Need T-Shirts and Aprons.Look at the incredible Pudsey cupcakes & biscuits.Thank you ladies! pic.twitter.com/pGFXL8DzjX

15/11/24

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15/11/24

Y7 & 8 pupils have the option to complete the Mayor of Broadstairs Award this year. This is an exciting addition to our Character Education programme and is supported by the Mayor of Broadstairs and St Peters, Cllr Mike Garner.#cdscharactereducation pic.twitter.com/Xyrx0FbRWW

14/11/24

Our budding chefs took part in a ravioli masterclass this week with Daisy Bergonzi of YUMDMC. Pupils successfully made hand rolled ravioli pasta parcels filled with ricotta, lemon, spinach, garlic and parmesan and topped with brown butter.#cdsfood pic.twitter.com/JCKw3qjUD8

13/11/24

Pupils serving as cadets in the armed forces paid their respects for Remembrance today by dressing in their cadet uniforms at school today, joined by Margate Boys’ Brigade, the Scout troops and the Sea Scouts. Lest we forget. pic.twitter.com/SD2lkwHrzY

13/11/24

A group of Year 8, 9 and 10 pupils had an unforgettable experience at The Lion King Musical in London’s West End! It was a wonderful opportunity to see a live performance and be inspired by the creativity that goes into a professional show.#cdsculturalcapital pic.twitter.com/NYOatrz0te

12/11/24

Y9 pupils took part in a session with EBP about marketing and promoting themselves online and the consequences of their digital footprint, making them aware of potential negative effects of what they post online. Thank you for an engaging and informative presentation. pic.twitter.com/KIgMwikloB

12/11/24

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11/11/24

The School was represented by Head Pupils Leah and Ruby, at Broadstairs' Remembrance Service, laying a wreath on behalf of CDS. It was an honour for the School to take part in the coming together of the local community for this service.Lest we forget...#cdsremembrance pic.twitter.com/dTXVJBLFOV

11/11/24

Pupils serving as cadets in the armed forces paid their respects for Remembrance today by dressing in their cadet uniforms at school today, joined by Margate Boys’ Brigade, the Scout troops and the Sea Scouts.Les we forget.#cdsremembrance pic.twitter.com/BtPYEJy9MT

08/11/24

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08/11/24

Engineering Club made jack-o’-lanterns which are a traditional decoration for Halloween. Pupils drew a design and then used Techsoft to transfer it to a computer and print the face of their jack-o’-lantern on the laser cutter. These look amazing !#cdsdt pic.twitter.com/ff2kRVTuFa

08/11/24

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Useful Websites

THESE WEBSITES CAN HELP WITH EARLY RESEARCH:

START

Once registered (for free), build your profile by identifying which skills and qualities you are strongest in, these are then “matched” to jobs you maybe suited to in the future. Delve deeper into the information to find out how many opportunities there maybe locally, what other jobs are similar and actual job openings. This “matching” works for some students but not all, as your ideas often change as you develop. However, with this website you can return to your profile time and again, as your skills develop and ideas change. 

WWW.STARTPROFILE.COM

 

NATIONAL CAREERS WEBSITE

This site contains hundreds of different job profiles, each with further links to explore and labour market information for each role and sector. 

HTTPS://NATIONALCAREERSSERVICE.DIRECT.GOV.UK

 

ICOULD

Explore different roles and search by subject areas to find out where your choices could take you. Complete the personality quiz called “the buzz quiz” to see if your personality is a good fit with different occupations. This is useful for some students but not the only way to decide on your future choices.

HTTP://WWW.ICOULD.COM/

 

16PERSONALITIES

Take this personality quiz to see how your character may link to your future career aspirations. Again suitable for some students but, not all.

HTTPS://WWW.16PERSONALITIES.COM/PERSONALITY-TYPES

 

CAREERSBOX

Find out what different occupations are like by listening to and watching people who do them. 

HTTP://WWW.CAREERSBOX.CO.UK/

 

CAREERS THEORIES

Useful for finding out why your ideas and choices will change over time. Different ideas for teachers, parents and students who like to know a little more. 

HTTP://WWW.CAREERS.GOVT.NZ/PRACTITIONERS/CAREER-PRACTICE/CAREER-THEORY-MODELS/SUPERS-THEORY/

HTTP://WWW.CAREERS.GOVT.NZ/PRACTITIONERS/CAREER-PRACTICE/CAREER-THEORY-MODELS/KRUMBOLTZS-THEORY/

 

WILL A ROBOT TAKE YOUR JOB

A quiz written by Oxford University and Deloitte exploring which jobs may be taken over by technology in the future.

HTTP://WWW.BBC.CO.UK/NEWS/TECHNOLOGY-34066941

 

WORKFINDER APP

This app enables you to find companies and jobs that you are interested in specific to the area that you live in or wish to work in. Well worth having a looks. The app works on both iOS and Android devices and can be downloaded.

https://www.workfinder.com/

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