Compact
Compact includes 2 major components – Work Related Learning and Work Experience Placements.
Work Related Learning
Work Related Learning (WRL) is an important part of school based study. Compact supports partner schools Albion and All Hallows in their WRL delivery.
This part of the programme includes:
- Industry Visits to local employers
- Placement Inductions
- Long and Mid-term placements
- In-class employer presentations
- Virtual in-class presentations
- Mock Interviews
- Training Provider Workshops
Work Placements
These are designed specifically for young people in Years 10 and 11 and are part of a weekly timetable including college placements / courses, core time at school in addition to one day per week on an extended work placement.
Placements aim to:
- Provide high quality work placements in their chosen area of interest
- Promote an understanding of the world of work improving chances for future opportunities
- Develop and improve new and existing ‘Employability’ skills such as time management and communication, working under supervision and in a team.
- Encourage improved self confidence and personal development
There is a wide variety of other activities designed to prepare young people for the world of work and broaden horizons on a range of careers.
This page was last updated on 29 November 2007
