Learning from Career and Labour Market Information
Every pupil, and their parents, should have access to good quality information about future study options and labour market information (LMI) to inform their career choices.
What Benchmark 2 means in practice
Schools must ensure students can access up-to-date labour market information (LMI) — salary data, job demand, regional employment trends — and understand how to use it to make informed career decisions.
What evidence is required
- LMI resources embedded in lessons and assemblies
- Parent access to careers information (events, newsletters)
- Use of national and regional LMI data in guidance sessions
- Integration with recognised LMI sources (e.g., National Careers Service)
Common activities that satisfy Benchmark 2
- LMI sessions in PSHE or careers lessons
- Careers fairs showcasing local employer demand
- Labour market data displayed in careers areas
- Parent information evenings covering post-16 and post-18 options
How Chapter Schools tracks Benchmark 2
Chapter surfaces live LMI data inside student profiles and lesson plans, letting careers leads pull regional salary and demand stats directly into guidance sessions without manual research.
Frequently asked questions
What is Labour Market Information (LMI) in the context of Gatsby Benchmarks?
Labour Market Information (LMI) is data about the world of work — which jobs are in demand, average salaries, regional employment trends, and future skills needs. Gatsby Benchmark 2 requires schools to embed this information into their careers programme so students and parents can make informed decisions.
How do schools evidence Gatsby Benchmark 2?
Evidence includes records of LMI resources used in lessons, guidance session notes referencing LMI data, parent events with careers information, and examples of students using LMI in career planning activities.
What LMI sources are acceptable for Gatsby Benchmark 2?
The National Careers Service, Lightcast (formerly EMSI), regional LEP data, and sector-specific salary surveys are all acceptable sources. The key requirement is that the information is current and relevant to your school's region and student cohort.
Related Gatsby Benchmarks
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