PUPILS at a Somerset school had to opportunity to learn more about their career options at an event attended by several local employers. 

Danesfield Church of England School, located in Williton, hosted the event for its year seven pupils (aged 11 and 12) on Tuesday, June 14.

The ‘careers speed dating’ event allowed pupils to spend time speaking to people who work across several different fields from hospitality and healthcare to the military.  

A spokesperson for Danesfield School said: “Year seven had a great time finding all about different jobs at their careers speed dating morning.

“Guests included Butlins, the Army, NHS Physiotherapy, Bovis Homes, EDF Energy, Alun Griffiths Engineering, Hinkley Point, and Yeovil Hospital.

“Thanks to teacher Andy Pearce and the Careers Hub for organising this successful event.”

Danesfield Church of England School is part of the West Somerset Academies Trust.

Somerset County Gazette: Two pupils hear from army personnel about life in the military. Picture: Danesfield Church of England SchoolTwo pupils hear from army personnel about life in the military. Picture: Danesfield Church of England School

The school has been part of the Williton, Watchet, and Washfield community since the late 1950s

Its website says it is “committed to providing all our students in years five to eight with access to a programme of careers education, information, advice, and guidance (CEIAG) and work-related learning (WRL) that will connect them to the world of work both now and in the future”.