At ASH Integrated Services, giving back means showing up, sharing experience, and helping young people feel more confident about their future.
Recently, our Director Antony Grace spent the day at St John Rigby College, supporting students during a Careers Assessment Mock Interview Day.
The sessions were part of the college’s wider careers programme. They helped students prepare for interviews, assessments, and the move into work or further study.
Creating a Supportive Interview Environment
For many students, this was their first experience of a formal interview setting.
Antony focused on creating a relaxed, supportive environment where students could talk openly about their interests, strengths, and next steps.
He wasn’t there to judge performance.
Instead, it was about helping students understand what employers are really looking for and how to present themselves with confidence.
Real Employer Insight Makes the Difference
Drawing on his own experience as a business owner who regularly recruits, trains, and develops people, Antony was able to give honest, practical feedback.
He talked through common interview questions and explained how employers assess attitude as well as ability. He also helped students spot the skills they already have, even if they have not noticed them yet.
Bridging the Gap Between Education and Employment
Mock interviews like these play an important role in bridging the gap between education and the world of work.
While students gain strong academic foundations, they don’t always get the chance to practise professional communication, talk through their achievements, or build confidence in a real interview scenario.
Employer-led sessions help bring those pieces together.
Feedback From St John Rigby College
The feedback from the college reflected the impact of the day:
“I just wanted to say thank you so much for being part of our Mock Assessment Day yesterday.
Our students really appreciated your knowledge and expertise and got a lot from the experience.”
~ Carol Charnock, Careers Adviser, St John Rigby College
Part of Our Wider Commitment to Giving Back
Supporting colleges and schools through meaningful employer engagement is a key part of ASH Integrated Services’ wider commitment to developing future talent.
Whether through mock interviews, careers talks, mentoring, or industry insight, we believe these early experiences can make a real difference to a young person’s confidence and career direction.
We’re proud to work alongside education providers like St John Rigby College and to play a small part in helping students feel better prepared for whatever comes next.
Get in Touch
If you’re a school or college looking to connect students with real employers, we’d love to help.
Get in touch to find out how ASH Integrated Services supports careers events, mock interviews, and employer engagement.
