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All S4 and S5 pupils, parents and carers are invited along to our Careers Conference on Thursday 15th February, 6.00pm-7.30pm in the school. There will be a short presentation in the assembly hall from Skills Development Scotland, followed by a chance to discuss a variety of career pathways with representatives from a wide range of colleges, universities, employers and training providers.
On Wednesday, the 4th of October, the office bearers and I had the privilege of working with Craig and Beth from the HR Department at Glasgow Airport for a leadership training session involving psychometric testing. Before the session we were given a survey to complete, which asked us to choose words and phrases that were most and least like ourselves. Based on our responses to the survey we were given feedback that was presented in a personal profile, outlining the characteristics, values and strengths of each person. The information was also conveyed through three graphs which identified areas of strength and development of each person. We found that all of us had thorough, perfectionist characteristics, where we would be more likely to take lots of time to research things before making any decisions. We are less likely to demonstrate dominance and ‘in charge’ qualities. Continue reading “DYW Leadership Training with Glasgow Airport”
You can access our School and Business Partnership Plan for the 2017/18 session by clicking on the image shown below. For more information on DSYW partnerships at our school, please contact Mrs Marshall via the Contact Us page of this website.
For more information on our partnerships please contact Mrs Marshall via the contact us page of this site.
Strathclyde University, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow Airport, JP Morgan, Morgan Stanley, Analog Devices and BAE Systems delivered workshops to S2 pupils to develop their skills in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Pupils also learned about possible career opportunities involving STEM.
We have lots of exciting upcoming events with Glasgow Airport this session. For more information on our partnerships, please contact Mrs Marshall via the contact us page of this site.
How to Land Your Dream Job
Our S6 pupils will be participating in an interview workshop with representatives from Glasgow Airport. Pupils learn how to prepare for interview before undertaking interviews with employees from a variety of sectors within Glasgow Airport. This is ideal training as pupils prepare for interviews at university, college, apprentices or in relation to employment.
Office Bearers Leadership Training
Our S6 Office Bearers will undertake leadership training with senior managers of Glasgow Airport. The training will enable them to learn and discuss potential scenarios that they will encounter this academic year in their role as Office Bearers.
Work Inspiration Day
S3 pupils are invited to attend Glasgow Airport to experience and learn about the different roles and career opportunities Glasgow Airport has to offer. Anyone who is interested please see your Pastoral Care teacher or Mrs Marshall.
We are committed to working with a range of local and national partners to provide young people with experience of life in the work place. In November, we welcomed guests from a number of partner businesses, including Glasgow Airport. Glasgow Chamber of Commerce have uploaded a case study which focuses on our event and wider engagement in this area of school life. Click on the image shown below to find out more.
