Career services will attend SCS on Friday 10th October to deliver a TY Preparation for Work Experience Session with Tys and LCA students.

9.00-11.00am 4A,  4B, half of 4E

11.10-1.10pm LCA1 & LCA2

1.50-3.50pm 4C, 4D, half of 4E 

They plan to cover the following: 

Workshop Content (2 hours):

1. Personal Strengths & Interests

o Short reflective activity to help students identify their personal interests, strengths, and preferred work environments.

o Encourages self-awareness and goal setting aligned with TY learning outcomes.

2. Searching for and Contacting Employers

o How to research suitable placements using local networks, directories, and websites.

o Guidance on professional communication — including sample outreach emails and short phone scripts for contacting employers.

o Emphasis on initiative, persistence, and professional conduct.

3. Targeting and Creating a TY CV

o Understanding what employers look for in a TY student.

o Includes practical examples and template exercises from the workbook.