Work experience can be introduced as part of a young person's wider Adapt Ed mentoring programme when they are ready for this next step. We work with the young person to understand their interests, strengths and future aspirations before exploring appropriate opportunities to experience a real working environment. Preparation and ongoing mentoring can support the young person before, during and after the experience, helping them understand workplace expectations, build confidence and reflect on what they have learned.
Course Modules
Career Interests & Aspirations; Preparing for Work Experience; Workplace Communication; Professional Behaviour; Timekeeping & Organisation; Health & Safety Awareness; Understanding Workplace Expectations; Practical Work Experience; Mentor Reflection; Identifying Skills & Strengths; Planning Next Steps.
Awarding Body
N/A
Student Expected Outcomes
Young people can gain experience of a real working environment, develop confidence and workplace awareness, practise communication and employability skills, explore potential career interests and identify strengths and areas for further development. The experience can help inform future education, training, apprenticeship or employment pathways.
Key Stage course delivered to
KS4;KS5
Admissions Criteria
Work experience is not automatically included at the beginning of a placement. It can be introduced when the young person is considered ready and where an appropriate opportunity can be identified. Any placement is subject to individual suitability, availability, risk assessment and appropriate safeguarding and workplace checks.
Staff Experience
Experienced Mentors, Qualified Teachers and relevant workplace/industry professionals
Delivery Area
Outreach and suitable external workplace environments based on the young person's interests and available opportunities
Programme length
Up to a whole Academic Year
Transport Provided
Yes - included as part of the commissioned Adapt Ed placement
Days Of Delivery
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Times of Delivery
TBC
Staff Ratio
1:1
Additional Notes
Work experience forms part of Adapt Ed's wider mentoring and progression offer rather than a standalone guaranteed work placement. Young people can first explore careers, interests and workplace expectations with their mentor before progressing into an appropriate real-world experience when ready. Adapt Ed will work with the young person and relevant professionals to determine readiness and identify an appropriate opportunity.
