2203, 2018

Aberdeenshire Council’s Work Placement Unit Newsletter 2018

The latest newsletter on Work Placements has been released by Aberdeenshire Council providing an overview of the breath and depth of the developments in the authority. This includes case studies from schools, the experiences and perspectives of employers as well as accounts of learners participating in a wide variety of work-based learning opportunities. Find out more about Aberdeenshire’s offers and achievements by accessing the Workplace Newsletter 2018 Final.

0703, 2018

Perth and Kinross Council: Learner Profiles and Profiling Guidance

The following documents provide guidance and support materials developed by Perth and Kinross Council to support the profiling process and the creation of learner profiles: PKC Profiling and profiles 3-18 Perth and Kinross: ‘A Skills Framework – creating a standard together’ Along side the documentation a Profiling Notebook 2014 for learners has been developed that outlines its purpose and supports them in the process of compiling their profiles.

0203, 2018

Kingussie High School: Profiling employability skills and wider achievement

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This DYW ‘interesting practice’ exemplar provides a synoptic overview of the profiling format adopted by Kingussie High School. It also outlines its systematic approach of capturing and reporting learners’ wider achievement both within and out with the school in recognition of its significant contribution to the development of employability skills. This is part of the school’s wider DYW implementation plan with the aim of supporting learners’ progression towards sustained and positive

0203, 2018

Infographics bring the 10 Learner Entitlements to life

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New infographics are now available to help you bring the 10 Learner Entitlements from the Career Education Standard 3-18 to life. Download the Careers Education Standard Infographic word_version. CES Implementation: Where are you now? If you are reflecting on the implementation of entitlements the following reflection tool may provide a starting point for you and your staff: CES 3-18 reflection tool L Entitlements If you are involved in DYW planning the

0203, 2018

East Ayrshire Council: ‘Learn 4 Work’ Challenge

Learn 4 Work is an innovative project in East Ayrshire where pupils come off-timetable for 3 days and work within a challenge group to produce a solution to a real life business challenge. This allows young people in 4th year to experience the world of work whilst in a school setting. We are looking for a variety of businesses to get involved and commit to setting a business challenge for

2802, 2018

Scottish Power Energy Network – CPD event for teachers and practitioners: 28 March 2018

This is the first in a series of four opportunities which allows DYW representatives, teachers and educators to gain in-depth insight into what SP Energy Networks look for in candidates. The event will take place on 28 March 2018 and will run twice on that day. Attendees will have the choice of either a morning slot from 9-12 noon or an afternoon slot from 1-4pm. The programme as follows: Two

2501, 2018

Subject Choices tool kit supports learners plan their senior phase pathways

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January 25, 2018
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Skills Development Scotland has launched a choices toolkit that helps pupils to make the right subject choices for their future career pathways. This tool complements the efforts of Career Advisors who are busy in schools providing a programme of support at this important time for young people in S2/3. The toolkit allows learners to connect subjects with the potential career opportunities and relevant job profiles. You can access the toolkit at: https://www.myworldofwork.co.uk/subjectchoices Using the

0501, 2018

Boosting young people’s employability through LifeSkills

‘LifeSkills created with Barclays’ is a free employability programme for 11-24 year olds and we’re thrilled that, to date, we’ve had 5 million young people participate in the programme. Now we’re excited to announce two new initiatives that celebrate the achievements of young people, schools and colleges in their bids to boost career prospects. What is LifeSkills? Back in 2013, LifeSkills was launched to support educators address the growing skills

2212, 2017

Parkhill Secondary School: Preparing flexible learning pathways for young people with additional needs

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Parkhill Secondary School in Glasgow has developed an exciting and innovative approach to preparing young people with additional support needs for the world of work. In partnership with colleges and employers the school has established their own Enterprise Academy that provides pupils with work-based learning opportunities and industry relevant qualifications. Access the outline of the programme here: Interesting Practice in Skills DYW Parkhill secondary school LP MM The following film clips outline the format, experiences