How is LMI taught in lessons?
We include LMI into our taught careers programme for all students from Year 7, so they receive up to date information, feel confident handling data and use their critical thinking skills.
We use the eight essential skills from Skills Builder and encourage them to link the development of these skills through their lessons, wider career activities and meaningful encounters with employers.
You can also link these skills to any enrichment activities or work experiences outside of school as a family.
Students record your skills using the Unifrog Skills Tool https://www.unifrog.org/student/skills
Labour Market Information (LMI) includes:
Skills in demand: Skills help us succeed in education, work and life. The world of work is changing exponentially, AI, automation and digitalisation are increasing the demand for higher technical skills so make sure you keep your skills updated ready to adapt and manage any future changes.
Progression routes: There are many different paths an employee can consider when planning to advance their career within a company or industry (sector).
Education and training: Awareness of the many different routes into careers and select the best next steps for you. Make sure you understand the different levels of qualifications and take advantage of any training offered through your place of work.
Salary/wages: Unifrog provides LMI on starting salaries and potential future earnings as you become more experienced and progress. Reed Recruitment also offer a comprehensive download on UK sector pay here: https://www.reed.com/tools/uk-salary-guide-2025
Careers sectors/industries: Unifrog LMI includes growth or decline information nationally and regionally, great when deciding your future. Also explore our LMI guides detailing sector where skills shortages exist across our region and links to local employers.
Application process: This varies for each job, but most employers will request a CV and cover letter or an online application where you can showcase your knowledge, skills and experience and let an employer know how they link to their business and role you are applying for. In addition, prepare for assessments, online interviews, presentations and interviews in person. Use the Know How Library in Unifrog for a selection of fantastic resources to help you prepare.
Work environment: If you’re not sure what work environment would suit you best then complete the Unifrog Work Environment Quiz which analyses your preferences and links to potential future roles. Complete a work experience placement, this gives you valuable first-hand experience of the world of work. Be curious, every encounter with a business or employer provides you with industry insight so widen your vision, see the big picture and reflect on your experiences.
Working hours: In the UK, full-time hours are typically 35-40 hours/week. For more information covering employment law and work time regulations visit the ACAS website, also includes information on restrictions for under 18s. Child employment information can also be found here: https://www.gov.uk/child-employment/restrictions-on-child-employment
Employee benefits: Benefits can include holiday pay, gym membership, access to private health schemes and training and development.
Reliable resources for LMI
- Unifrog: Careers Library includes an overview of over 100 different jobs and all include LMI.
- ACAS: The Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service offers FREE expert advice and information on employment law and best practice in the workplace. https://www.acas.org.uk/
- EMCCA: East Midlands Combine County Authority aim is to harness the potential of our region, by working alongside partners and local authorities to make the East Midlands the best place to live, to work and to learn. You can find more information here: https://www.eastmidlands-cca.gov.uk/
- NOMIS: the Office for National Statistics for UK labour market, population, and census data visit https://www.nomisweb.co.uk/home/about.asp
- Skills Builder Homezone https://www.heon.org.uk/parent-carer-resources/skills-builder-homezone/
- NHS Explore Careers: The largest employer in Europe has over 350 different roles you can explore here https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/