Work N Learn Vocational Placement Pathway
Each learner would complete an initial assessment to identify their interests, strengths, support needs, career aspirations and level of work readiness.
Using this information, Work N Learn would match the learner to a suitable vocational placement. Placements could include areas such as:
Construction and trades
Motor vehicle and mechanics
Hospitality and catering
Hair and beauty
Retail and customer service
Business and administration
Warehousing and logistics
Digital and creative industries
Childcare and community-based settings
Other vocational sectors based on learner interest and local availability
Placements could be delivered as extended weekly placements, short vocational tasters or phased work-experience opportunities, depending on the learner’s readiness and intended post-16 destination.
Course Modules
Vocational and Academic Learning
The main focus of the programme would be learning through meaningful vocational experience.
Learners would develop practical skills, workplace behaviours and sector knowledge in a real working environment. Each placement would include clearly defined learning objectives linked to the learner’s individual pathway plan.
Learners would be supported to develop:
Practical vocational skills
Communication and teamwork
Timekeeping and attendance
Following instructions
Health and safety awareness
Workplace conduct
Problem-solving
Confidence and independence
Understanding of employer expectations
Awarding Body
AQA
Student Expected Outcomes
Employability skills
Key Stage course delivered to
KS4/KS5
Admissions Criteria
N/A - open to all learners
Staff Experience
Highly experienced staff with expertise in vocational placements and CIAG
Delivery Area
Dependent on Vocational Placement
Programme length
Up to a whole Academic Year
Transport Provided
No
Days Of Delivery
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Times of Delivery
9:30am - 2:30pm
Staff Ratio
1:1
Additional Notes
Students are placed in work experience placements on 1:1, maximum 2 days a week
Cost of Course
£70 per day without qualification and £90 per day with qualification
