NNECL Webinar: Graduate Transitions

Event Details

In this session, Dr Zoe Baker (University of Sheffield) will share insights into care experienced graduates’ transitions out of higher education and into graduate employment. Drawing on findings from the Care Experienced Graduates Project (2021-2024), Zoe will present the unique challenges that those with care backgrounds face when accessing and progressing through their first graduate jobs. Zoe will explain how employer perceptions of the ‘ideal graduate’ can further constrain opportunities for access to employment, and career progression. The session will conclude with research-based recommendations for employers and higher education institutions to address these issues and enhance the transformative potential of higher education for care-experienced people.

Guest Speaker

Dr Zoe Baker is a Lecturer in Education specialising in issues of inequality and social justice in higher education. Her latest research explores inequalities in higher education access, progression, and outcomes for care experienced people. In addition to her research and teaching activities, Zoe volunteers as an Independent Visitor for children and young people in care with Sheffield City Council’s children's social care services.

Pricing

This event is a FREE for members and £25.00 pp for non members. Please contact [email protected] if you would like to check your membership status.

Who should attend?

This webinar is for practitioners and academics in education settings. 

PA's, Career Advisors and those supporting learners from care, estranged and sanctuary seeking backgrounds with their education journey. HR professionals building inclusive workspaces. This webinar will be helpful for those developing their work in Section 6 of the NNECL Quality Mark. 

How will it be delivered?

Via Microsoft Teams 
A link will be made available on the email invitation once you have booked the event.

Will this event be recorded?

Yes, this event is being recorded and will be uploaded to the NNECL Members area after the event. Those who are not members will not be able to access the recording.  

We may also take images of the event to share on our social media, if you wish not be included, please do reach out on [email protected]

Your access needs

We are an organisation that believes in inclusivity, therefore we aim to run accessible training and events. You should feel welcomed, included, and able to fully engage in our sessions.

All online events will have closed captions. 

To help us, please share any access needs you have when prompted by our booking form. We may be in touch to ensure we’re making the right adjustments.

Having trouble booking?

Do contact us via [email protected] to get support from one of the team.