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Work-Related Learning

Every student at Cloughwood Academy will have the opportunity to participate in work-related learning. Work-related learning is a vital part of our Careers programme. 

Keystage 4:

At Cloughwood Academy, pupils are given the opportunity to complete a short, supported work placement in Keystage 4. Where possible, pupils will have identified an area of interest and the placement will take place within this area. Work-related learning helps students to develop the key skills employers require.  These skills include: 

  • Communication 

  • Problem-solving 

  • Social skills 

  • Literacy 

  • Numeracy 

  • Working with others 

Keystage 5:

In Key stage 5 where possible, work-related learning will reflect the Level 2 industry-standard courses that our students are studying or wish to study further. This gives students a true insight into the world of work. Placements can often lead to employment, either as a weekend job or full-time work once the student has left Cloughwood Academy. Some pupils choose to stay with the same employer, whilst others will gain experience through a number of work placements and workplace visits. 

We find that placements build confidence, increase resilience and give pupils valuable and essential skills to add to their CVs. In the  tough and competitive labour market, young people need to stand out from the crowd and consistent work experience shows that they have a range of desirable skills.  

Cloughwood Academy pupils get to experience a variety of working environments including: 

  • Growzone 

  • The Bren Project 

  • The Co-Op 

  • Brick Laying 

  • Construction 

  • Catering

  • Landscape Gardening

  • Carpentry

  • Tyre Fitting

  • Mechanics

  • Animal Care and Dog Grooming

  • Retail

  • Community Support

  • Site Maintenance

  • Teaching Assistant

  • Shop Assistant

Employers

At Cloughwood Academy we are busy growing and developing the employees of the future. We need your help to raise their career aspirations, develop their employability skills and make careers relatable to young people. There are many ways you can get involved with the Careers Programme. You may like to get involved in activities and events such as:

 

  • Attending our yearly Careers Fayre
  • Mock interviews with Year 10 or 11 pupils and help them structure their CVs
  • Give an inspiring talk based on your industry or job role
  • Provide a coaching/mentoring service through a structured programme
  • Run a hands-on workshop with activities relating to your area of expertise
  • Be part of our discussions about pathways after school, e.g. apprenticeships
  • Help champion specific issues and challenge barriers in the workplace around mental health, neurodivergence, disability, etc.
  • Help bring a subject lesson to life by linking it to your industry
  • Offer a work experience placement for pupils at your business premises
  • Become an ambassador supporting employment routes for young people with special educational needs and disabilities and offering a work experience placement that is co-supported by the school

As an employer, if you wish to support Cloughwood Academy in providing an opportunity in the workplace, please contact rmcevoy@cloughwood.com


 

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