Year 12 Interview Practice for the Real World

Year 12 Practise for Interviews and Assessment Centres

At Bishop’s Hatfield Girls’ School, we believe that practice makes perfect and this month, our sixth formers had the opportunity to put this into action during our annual Mock Interview and Mock Assessment Centre events, which are an integral part of the Year 12 Careers Programme. These key events are designed to help our sixth formers develop crucial communication skills and gain confidence as they prepare for the world of work.

Mock Interviews: Real-World Experience

This year, we welcomed over a dozen local businesses and 25+ interviewers from local companies such as Paypoint, Computacenter, Roche, Barclays, Crane and Staples and many more. This event is a students’ favourite in the calendar as they get to practice their interview techniques, receive instant feedback, and gain insights into how to sharpen their communication skills in a professional setting.

Mock Assessment Centre: Building Key Skills

In partnership with our cornerstone employer Computacenter, we also ran a Mock Assessment Centre, where students participated in simulated exercises focused on teamwork, creativity, communication, and problem-solving—skills essential for real-world job selection processes.

Both events helped our Year 12 students develop and refine the skills they need to succeed in future job applications and interviews. We are grateful to all the above employers who contributed to these valuable experiences and look forward to continuing to support our students’ career development.

Mrs Higgins Head of Careers