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That's a wrap on #NCLC26!✨A huge thank you to our delegates, speakers and partners who joined us for a fantastic day of learning, discussion and connection. We hope you've left with fresh perspectives, practical ideas and new connections to take back into your own setting.

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Continuing into breakout session 3. Select from sessions with Sue Edwards, Kelly Dillon, Joanne Saward, Hannah Johnson or Philippa Huggins.

@HuddersfieldUni @HillviewSchool @mo_jo77 @york_college

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Time for another quick break. What's been your standout session at #NCLC26 so far? Share your highlights over refreshments and connect with fellow delegates before we dive back into another inspiring round of sessions.

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“Don’t wait for perfect conditions”

Keynote speaker Nichola Hall shares five priorities for Careers Leaders:

1. Start with the learner
2. Lead with outcomes
3. Build employer relationships
4. Use the curriculum to deliver
5. Take actions now

#NCLC26

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Up next at #NCLC26! We're delighted to welcome Nicola Hall for this afternoon's keynote. We can't wait to hear her insights and continue the conversation with delegates.

@Careers_Hall @CareerEnt

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Back from lunch and we're diving into the afternoon welcome session with Keren Coney from @iCeGS.

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Time for lunch! Grab a bite to eat, connect with colleagues and stop by our exhibitors' stands for a chat. We've got more thought-provoking discussions, workshops and insights lined up for this afternoon. #NCLC26

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An insightful session from Keren Coney on neurodiversity:

✔️ Every neurodivergent profile has its own strengths.

✔️ Barriers include accessibility, self-advocacy, overlooked talent and traditional pathways.

✔️ Principles for high-quality work-based learning were also shared.

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We're heading into our second round of breakout sessions. Pick from sessions with Louisa Piercy, Tariq Sadiq, Keren Coney, Elizabeth Tomlin or Jo Bishop

@BSCollege @unifrog @springpod @iCeGS #NCLC26

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Key takeaways from Pamela Odukoya‘s workshop:

✅ Traditional work experience can be impacted by employer constraints, learner context and wider system barriers.

✅ The ACCESS framework supports more engaging, reflective work experience.

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Breakout sessions are about to begin! Choose from sessions with Daniel Langford, Pamela Odukoya, David Curran, Geraint Brown or Elizabeth Lloyd & Samantha Skykes

@ucas_online @NED_SC @MoonHallReigate

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Refuel and connect! Grab a refreshment, catch up with fellow delegates and visit the exhibition before we jump back into the next session. #NCLC26

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Our panel discussion on ‘Embedding work experience requirements’ is now underway, with insights from Ladi Mohammed, Cerys Evans and Victoria Rann, chaired by Tristram Hooley

@CerysEvans @pigironjoe #NCLC26

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A special moment at #NCLC26 as we hear a recorded message from Minister Baroness Jacqui Smith, sharing her support for careers education and this year's conference theme 🌟@Jacqui_Smith1 @educationgovuk

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Kicking off #NCLC26 with a welcome from our Chief Executive @CdiMorgan, Hannah Blake from @iCeGS and Simon Warner from our Headline Sponsor, @unifrog.

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Visit our exhibitors at #NCLC26 during the breaks!👋

Technical Education Programme (supported by @GatsbyEd) @TheChangingEd, @getintoteaching, @intofilm_edu, @Morrisby, @springpod, @STEMLearningUK, @TrotmanUKBooks, @ucas_online, @unifrog, @CareersUnison, @CASCAID and many more!

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It’s wonderful to see so many people arriving for the start of #NCLC26! Please head to the registration desk and pick up your goody bag, kindly sponsored by @ucas_online

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Welcome to #NCLC26! We're excited to bring together Careers Leaders and professionals to explore this year's theme, Work experience and beyond, and discover how we can create meaningful employer opportunities for young people from primary through to further education.

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Thank you for being part of #CDICONF2025! Your energy, ideas and insights helped make this event an amazing two days. Let’s stay connected and keep building the future of career development.🤝

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Join us for our second panel, ‘The benefits and risks of AI and technology in supporting career development work'. Chair: Michael Larbalestier. Panellists: Emily Tanner, Chris Webb, Danny Mirza.

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