Introducing the Careers team
- 12 minutes ago
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Ms Rachel Lamb has recently been appointed as Avondale College’s Director of Careers.
After many years teaching science, she discovered a passion for helping young people understand themselves and their future possibilities. This led her to complete a postgraduate diploma in Careers Education and later to work closely with the Careers Department and as the school’s Refugee Coordinator, supporting students to navigate new systems and build confidence.
She has also completed postgraduate study in teaching linguistically diverse learners, using science as a context for developing English language skills. Across every role, Ms Lamb has been drawn to supporting students who need help recognising their strengths and finding meaningful pathways, making the Careers Director role a natural next step. As she says, this is where she feels “best placed to serve students on the next stage of their journey.”
What the Careers Department offers:
Student Support & Guidance
Drop‑in advice on subject choices, pathways, and planning
Help identifying strengths, interests, and motivations
Early careers education for Year 9s
Online "Careers Central" profiles to personalise guidance
Senior Student Pathways
University visits and guest speakers
One‑to‑one career counselling for all Year 13 students
Homeroom lessons focused on career competencies
Equity & Priority Learners
Dedicated support for Māori and Pasifika students
Collaboration with Learning Support to ensure inclusive opportunities
Programmes & Experiences
Pathways planning with tertiary providers
The Gateway programme
Trades Morning exhibition
Volunteering opportunities to build CVs and confidence
You can stay up to date with Careers on the Student Hub, or via their Instagram page. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact the team at careers@avcol.school.nz .
