Visual Careers Information

Why?
Career libraries and school offices are often overwhelmed with clutter, adorned with a myriad of posters, flyers, and promotional material from various education and training providers. The abundance of information can be overwhelming, considering the multitude of blogs, websites, and resources available. Introducing “career windows” that offer a quick glance into jobs, skills, and pathways can significantly assist readers in identifying potential connections and routes to explore throughout their educational and professional journey.


At Resourceful Careers, we firmly believe that any information can be presented in an insightful, innovative, and, most importantly, inspirational manner. Our goal is to help readers generate ideas and cultivate interest in exploring jobs, careers, qualifications, skills, and employers further. This collaborative effort involves engaging with careers advisers, teachers, parents, and caregivers to provide valuable support and guidance.











With a distinguished PGDip Level 7 qualification in Careers Guidance, John Paley is dedicated to offering insightful career advice and guidance to both the younger generation and adults within the educational landscape of schools and colleges across Yorkshire. John’s unique skill set is a fusion of his extensive experience in graphic communication and a deep understanding of career guidance.
This amalgamation of skills is evident in John’s creation of a diverse range of resources. These resources are thoughtfully designed to provide robust support to teachers and advisers, enabling them to effectively deliver comprehensive career education. The impact of John’s work extends beyond the boundaries of secondary and primary schools; his contributions are instrumental in enhancing career awareness and knowledge in colleges and universities throughout the entire United Kingdom. John’s commitment lies not only in advising individuals on their career paths but also in empowering educators to equip the next generation with the tools and insights needed for successful and informed career choices.


LMI - Tees Valley
This engaging and visually dynamic resource pack opens up the world of future-focused careers across some of the most exciting growth sectors in the Tees Valley. From automotive and aerospace to digital and creative, it brings to life a wide range of industries shaping the local economy—packed with clear information, regional relevance, and inspiring insights for young people.
Covering key sectors in the Tees Valley:
🚗 Automotive & Aerospace
🏭 Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering
⚗️ Chemical & Process
💻 Digital & Creative
⚡ Energy & Low Carbon
🧬 Health Care & Life Science
🌊 Offshore
📊 Professional & Business Services
Inside, you’ll find:
✅ A plain-English explainer for each sector
✅ Key stats on local growth and future job demand
✅ Career spotlights—from automation engineers to game designers, offshore technicians, and lab scientists
✅ Core skills and how they show up in real jobs
✅ Qualifications and pathways, from GCSEs to degrees and apprenticeships
✅ QR-linked tools to explore roles, apprenticeships, and next steps
✅ A student reflection worksheet to support careers guidance sessions
💡 With Teesworks and other major employers driving innovation across these sectors, now’s the perfect time to inspire young people in the Tees Valley to explore high-tech, high-growth careers shaping the world of tomorrow.