Careers Newsletter

Each term, we provide a newsletter detailing how your child has been supported through our careers programme. These newsletters offer insights into key activities, guidance sessions, and opportunities available to students. 

Below, you will find the newsletters for this academic year, once they have been sent out: Winter, Spring, and Summer. 

 

For further information about our careers programme, please feel free to contact us. 

 

Labour Market Index

What is the Labour Market Index? 

The LMI offers data on employment rates, unemployment figures, and economic activity within a specific area. This information is valuable for students, job seekers, and educators to understand the local job market and identify growing industries.
 

Calderdale’s Labour Market Overview 

As of December 2023, Calderdale’s employment landscape showed positive trends:dataworks.calderdale.gov.uk 

• Employment Rate: 77.1% of residents aged 16–64 were employed, an increase from 72.8% the previous year. Office for National Statistics 

• Unemployment Rate: Decreased to 3.3% from 3.7% the previous year.  

• Economic Inactivity: Reduced to 21.5% from 23.8%, indicating more people are participating in the workforce.  

These statistics suggest a strengthening local economy with increasing job opportunities. 

 

Key Employment Sectors in Calderdale 

Calderdale’s workforce is diverse, with employment spread across various sectors: 

• Health Sector: Employs 14.9% of the workforce, higher than the national average. West Yorkshire Modern Gov 

• Business Administration, Manufacturing, and Education: Also significant employers in the region.  

Understanding these sectors can help individuals align their skills and career aspirations with local opportunities. 

 

Why LMI Matters for Students and Job Seekers 

Accessing LMI helps individuals:Plumplot+3Future Goals+3calderdale.moderngov.co.uk+3 

• Identify In-Demand Skills: Align education and training with market needs. 

• Make Informed Career Choices: Understand which industries are growing locally. 

• Plan for the Future: Anticipate changes in the job market and prepare accordingly. 

 

For more detailed information, visit the ONS Calderdale Labour Market Profile or explore resources on FutureGoals Calderdale LMI.Future Goals+1Office for National Statistics+1