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An Introduction to Work Experience For Collingwood College Sandie Pidgley Slide 2 Work Experience 2012 Deadline for Application Forms to be Handed In: 21 st October 2011 Slide 3 IMPORTANT! BTEC Sport BTEC Sport TWO WEEKS BTEC Childcare BTEC Childcare TWO WEEKS 19 th March 30 th March 2012 Slide 4 Slide 5 What is Work Experience? Your chance to experience the world of work An opportunity to sample a career choice Slide 6 Gives you an insight into the working environment You can learn and develop communication skills Opportunity to learn about particular areas of work Your reports can be used as references Why Should I do Work Experience? Slide 7 Quotes From Last Years Reports Josh was always keen and intrigued when asked to do a task, always giving 110%. He would be an asset to any future employer based on his determination and attitude. Jo has confidently set about all tasks given to her and demonstrated a sense of humour. She would be welcome to apply for a position with us. Ben was very reliable and picked up things quickly. He used his initiative and didnt stop working. He was easy to get on with and we would consider employing him in the future. He was one of the best work experience students we have ever had! She has been a very conscientious and hard working member of staff! Very hard working, polite and an asset to any future employer! Slide 8 Additional Benefits of Work Experience You may be offered a part-time job You may be offered an apprenticeship for when you leave school It can reinforce your chosen career path Slide 9 How Do I Choose a Placement? Think about your career path Relevance of your GCSE subjects Your interests Local papers, job advertisements Internet Slide 10 Where Do I Find Companies Details? Yellow Pages Internet Yell.com Friends and Family Come and See Us!! Slide 11 How Do I Contact Employers? Telephone E-mail Letter / CV Visit in person Slide 12 AdminAviation Areas/Fields for Work Experience Slide 13 Animal Care High demand book early! Are your vaccinations are up to date? Are you comfortable dealing with all types of animals? Slide 14 Beauty/ Hairdressing Try to visit salon in person Remember You will be on your feet all day! Slide 15 Catering/ Hotel Work Must provide own whites for some placements Slide 16 Childcare Placements available in : Day Nurseries Pre-Schools Infant Schools Junior Schools Slide 17 Healthcare For placements at Frimley Park Hospital, please organise through SHAPE Please ensure your vaccinations are up to date Slide 18 RAF Placements available in: Air Traffic Control Avionics Dog Section Engineering in EXCES Fire Station Front of House IT Junior Ranks Mess Kitchen Assistant Mechanical Engineering Photographic P.T.I. (Physical Training Instructor) Supplies (Warehouse & Distribution) Vehicle Workshop Slide 19 Trades Surveyor BuilderElectrician Plumber Slide 20 Retail MechanicMusic Sport Performing Arts Gardening/ Floristry Engineering Slide 21 Points to Consider Where is your placement? How far away is it can you get there easily? Does Company have ELI (Employers Liability Insurance)? May need to be funded by parents Make sure you understand your job role Job Description Your tasks and responsibilities Slide 22 Summary You are responsible for finding your work placement Application Form must be signed by both parent and employer Forms must be handed in by Friday 21st October 2011 You will receive your paperwork in Feb 2012 Interviews will take place Jan/Feb/March 2012