AI in the World of Work Toolkit

Explore the resources and tools available to you now you've completed the AI in the World of Work CPD module.

For teachers and careers leads

Supporting students

You may also want to look at the student resources further down this page.

Resource	Description
Lesson plans (download)	Two lesson plans covering Interview prep and AI in recruitment and the employee lifecycle
BCS Careers resources	Information for those looking to inspire young people into a career in tech.
PSHE Association - money and careers	A variety of lesson materials preparing students for the world of work.
Gatsby	The national framework used by UK schools to structure high-quality careers guidance linked to labour market opportunities.

Further reading

Resource	Description
Getting Started with AI in Education toolkit	General guides and resources on using AI in education.
AI in the World of Work (download)	General information on AI in decision making, including bias and GDPR considerations.
techUK	Article from techUK showcasing Siemens’ inclusive, skills‑based approach to creating fairer early‑career pathways, including virtual and in‑person work experience designed to widen access to underrepresented groups
The Careers and Enterprise Company	Provides schools with programmes, labour market insights, and tools aligned with the Gatsby Benchmarks to strengthen careers education.
future.now	Offers guidance on essential digital skills needed in modern workplaces and helps schools understand the competencies employers expect.
The future of jobs: 6 decision-makers on AI and talent strategies \| World Economic Forum	A global report analysing trends in automation, AI, and the skills expected to be most valuable in the future labour market.
OECD	Provides international research and evidence about AI’s impact on jobs, skills, and education systems.
Future of work insights from the CBI	Reports and insights from Confederation of British Industry providing a direct employer perspective on skills gaps, workforce trends, and the capabilities businesses need, including the growing importance of digital and AI-related skills.
LinkedIn’s Economic Graph	Data and analysis from LinkedIn offering real-time insights into emerging job roles, in-demand skills, and workforce trends, helping schools align careers guidance with the evolving labour market shaped by AI.

For students

CV and careers support

Resource	Description
BCS Careers tools	A range of tools and guides to help you explore a potential career in tech, including an interactive careers quiz.
AI roles (download)	A high level overview of AI roles, including those that build AI, support AI or use, shape or oversee AI.
How to write your first CV - step by step guide for students	Tips from Youth Employment UK on how to write your first CV for your first job.
CV advice and support	Advice and support from Youth Employment UK to help you write a CV that helps you stand out to employers and get an interview.
Online skills and careers courses	Discover free, self-paced online courses from Youth Employment UK
National Careers Service	An interactive careers platform used in many schools that helps students explore careers linked to their interests, subjects, and skills.
BBC Bitesize Careers	Allows students to explore apprenticeship opportunities and understand alternative pathways into careers, including digital and technology roles.
techUK	Article from techUK showcasing Siemens’ inclusive, skills based approach to creating fairer early career pathways, including virtual and in person work experience.
U-Explore	An interactive careers platform used in many schools that helps students explore careers linked to their interests, subjects, and skills.
Apprenticeships	Allows students to explore apprenticeship opportunities and understand alternative pathways into careers, including digital and technology roles.
Prospects	A comprehensive careers website explaining different roles, career pathways, and the skills required across industries including technology and data.

AI in the workplace

Resource	Description
AI misinformation guide tree (download)	A simple flowchart to help you decide if you should trust AI-generated content.
The Hg Foundation: Responding to the advent of AI	Student-friendly career advice, job profiles, and guidance on preparing for applications and interviews.
BBC Bitesize Guide to AI	A collection of accessible guides and videos from BBC introducing artificial intelligence, how it works, and its real-world applications. These resources help students understand AI concepts, explore its impact on everyday life and future careers, and consider how to use it responsibly.

AI and applications

Resource	Description
Checklist: Using AI ethically in applications (download)	Use this checklist to help make sure you're using AI ethically for applications.
Questions to ask about AI in recruitment (download)	Ideas for questions to ask potential employers about how they use AI in the recruitment process.
Interview practice prompts (download)	Guidance on how you can use AI to help you practice for interviews.
A guide to using AI and ChatGPT with your UCAS personal statement	A UK government careers website where students can explore job roles, required skills, typical salaries, and different routes into careers.