This resource offers a practical, step-by-step guide and template to support employers in planning and delivering effective work experience opportunities for young people.
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These resources are informed by a research project from Dartington Service Lab, which gathered insights from employers and school pupils in North Devon.
Work Experience: An Employer’s Checklist: This resource provides employers with a clear, step-by-step process to plan and deliver high-quality work experience opportunities for young people.
It includes guidance on:
- Promoting work experience opportunities
- Preparing to host a young person
- Delivering a meaningful and impactful experience
- Reviewing and following up after the placement
This resource is suitable for employers new to offering work experience, as well as those with existing programmes. It can also be used by school and college Careers Leaders to share with employer partners.
Employer's Planning Template: This resource provides a practical template to help employers plan and organise all aspects of a work experience placement.
It covers:
- Student information
- Placement details
- Skills to be developed
- Project or task planning
- Resources and training provided
- Staff involvement
- Day-to-day timetable
- Supporting guidance and resources
This resource is suitable for employers at all stages of experience and can also be shared by school and college Careers Leaders with employer contacts.