Educator Toolkit

Everything you need to bring LinkUp Careers into your classroom

Free resources for educators, career advisors, VET/TAFE coordinators, and parents — structured around the student journey.

Explore → Connect → Learn → Work → Thrive

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How Student Access Works

Students under 18 can browse programs, role models, courses and entry-level jobs freely — no account needed. However, to access the full details of any opportunity, a parent, guardian, educator or teacher must hold the account and access that information alongside or on behalf of the student.

LinkUp Careers does not collect data from anyone under 18. All accounts are held by adults. This design keeps young people safe while keeping trusted adults involved at every step.

Classroom & Cohort Mode

Create a private classroom for your students. Each classroom gets a unique join code — students enter it when signing up and are automatically linked to your supervision. You can approve actions, view what students are exploring, and manage your cohort from a single dashboard.

  • Generate a join code for your class
  • Students reference the code at sign-up to link to your classroom
  • Approve or decline sensitive actions from a single dashboard
  • Remove students who leave your class
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The Framework

Explore → Connect → Learn → Work → Thrive

Every toolkit resource is structured around this five-stage student journey. Use the language consistently across classroom materials, parent communications, and social posts.

EXPLORE

Student

Browses freely — role models, programs, courses, jobs — no account required.

Educator

Introduce the platform. Create space for curiosity. Don't rush to action.

CONNECT

Student

Wants to reach out to a role model or get full details on an opportunity.

Educator

Log in and access details together. Facilitate the connection on the student's behalf.

LEARN

Student

Identifies a course or taster program they want to try.

Educator

Find and access full course/program details. Support enrolment. Brief parent/guardian.

WORK

Student

Discovers an entry-level job that feels possible.

Educator

Access full job details. Support application. Connect to relevant course or program first if needed.

THRIVE

Student

Moves into a role or pathway with confidence.

Educator

Celebrate and reflect. Share the student's story (with permission) as a future role model.

Career Advisor Checklist

Six-Week Structured Program

A week-by-week guide for career advisors running a structured program with a class, mapped to the Explore → Thrive journey.

Week1
EXPLORE

Introduce the platform. Students browse independently. Assign: find one role model or program that interests you.

Week2
EXPLORE

Class shares discoveries. Educator curates 3–5 opportunities relevant to the group.

Week3
CONNECT

Educator accesses full role model profiles. Facilitates questions to be sent via educator account.

Week4
LEARN

Educator identifies relevant taster programs and courses. Students express interest; educator accesses details and registers.

Week5
WORK

Educator browses entry-level job listings with students. Discusses what the roles require and how to prepare.

Week6
THRIVE

Reflection session. Students share what they discovered, what surprised them, and what their next step might be.

Try Before You Commit

Taster Programs — Your Most Powerful Tool

The 'Try Before You Commit' model is one of the most effective ways to help young people — especially young women — overcome the fear of choosing a career path they know nothing about.

What Is a Taster Program?

A short, hands-on industry experience — typically a half-day or full day — where students try a real task in a real environment, guided by industry professionals. No prior knowledge or commitment required.

How to Find Them

  • Log in to your educator account
  • Browse Programs, filtered by industry and location
  • Access full details including dates, provider and what's involved
  • Share with students or register on their behalf

Before, During & After

Before: Set expectations. Share the Industry Insight Card for that sector. Send parents the Information Pack.
After: Run a debrief using the Career Mapping Worksheet. Identify students who want to go further.
Parent & Guardian

Common Parent Questions

Answers to the questions parents most often ask when their child's school introduces LinkUp Careers.

All Resources

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All resources are free. New assets are added as the toolkit develops — check back regularly.

Educator Quick-Start Guide
A single-page visual walkthrough for educators new to the platform.
Coming soon
Classroom Introduction Script
A ready-to-use script for introducing LinkUp Careers to a class.
Coming soon
Six-Week Career Advisor Checklist
Week-by-week guide mapped to the Explore → Thrive journey.
Coming soon
Student Discovery Guide
Simple one-pager for students on how to browse and explore.
Coming soon
Conversation Starter Card
A printable card students can hand to a parent or teacher.
Coming soon
Industry Insight Cards (3 industries)
Real job titles, salary ranges, and entry pathways per industry.
Coming soon
Parent & Guardian Information Pack
Plain-language guide for parents — safe to email home or hand out.
Coming soon
Parent 'Take Action' One-Pager
Step-by-step guide for parents approached by a curious student.
Coming soon
'Who Works in Construction, Manufacturing & Energy?' Activity (Yrs 7–12)
45-minute myth-busting classroom activity.
Coming soon
Career Mapping Worksheet
Structured worksheet tied to the Explore → Thrive framework.
Coming soon
Guest Speaker Preparation Guide
How to prepare students and run a role model session.
Coming soon
School Newsletter Blurb (2 versions)
Adaptable copy for secondary schools and VET/TAFE settings.
Coming soon
Parent Email Template
Ready-to-send email introducing the platform to parents.
Coming soon
Role Model Outreach Template
Suggested message for reaching out to a role model on a student's behalf.
Coming soon

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