Work Experience
Modern work experience is a structured, inclusive, and high-quality programme designed to prepare young people for the world of work. It aims to provide at least 10 days of varied workplace experiences throughout secondary education.
Key Goals for Employers
- Broaden Access: Ensure all young people, especially those at risk of missing out, have access to meaningful work experiences.
- Start Early: Engage students from an early age with exposure to different industries and roles.
- Design with Purpose: Co-create experiences that are employer-led and embedded in the curriculum.
- Build Relationships: Foster ongoing, meaningful connections between young people and your organisation.
- Support Equity: Help deliver a minimum entitlement of 10 days of experience, tailored to different needs and formats (e.g. block placements, project-based, virtual).
The “equalex” Framework
Employers can participate in the equalex pilot, a model that:
- Offers a multi-year, multi-experience structure
- Is supported by Careers Hubs and curriculum integration
- Focuses on quality, equity, and progression
Why It Matters for Employers
- Talent Pipeline: Shape and inspire your future workforce.
- Social Impact: Support social mobility and reduce the number of young people not in education, employment, or training (NEET).
- Brand Reputation: Demonstrate commitment to community and education.
For more information and to get involved, please contact the Cheshire & Warrington Careers Hub https://cheshireandwarrington.com/growth-and-skills/skills-and-education/careers-hub/
One of the LSIP Roadmap themes is supporting Educational Professionals to update their skills in line with current business needs and increasing capacity within the existing skills system to ensure there are sufficient educational professionals to enable future course delivery.
As a business based in Cheshire & Warrington, you can support the development of Educational Professionals in Cheshire & Warrington by:
Supporting educational professionals to update their knowledge and understanding of the skills needed for the future workforce
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This could involve demonstrating new techniques and equipment to teachers.
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Providing opportunities for industry placements or work shadowing for teaching professionals.
Offering support to providers with curriculum development
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Providers are keen to engage with businesses to ensure that their curriculum is reflective of current industry needs.
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You can support providers by reviewing learning materials and making sure they are up to date.
Training to be a teacher / assessor
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There are many opportunities to get involved with Further Education and many providers offer flexible contracts to make sure that they can get people with the right skills and experience.
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Find out more about how to “Share Your Skills”
