Work Place Experience Days
Workplace Experience Days
Employer Encounters | Exploration
Our workplace experience days give students the opportunity to step inside real businesses, meet employers and explore a wide range of careers. These visits help students understand workplace expectations while developing confidence and employability skills.
🍹 Browns RestaurantHospitality & Catering Students explored careers in hospitality through hands-on activities including mocktail making, flavour testing and dessert creation. Skills Developed:
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👔 Johnson Service GroupLogistics & Operations Students toured the workplace and learned how workwear and linen services are processed and delivered across the UK. Skills Developed:
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🛍️ Holland & BarrettRetail & Customer Service Students explored retail careers through stock management, customer service activities and product-based challenges. Skills Developed:
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⚙️ Make UKManufacturing & Engineering Students met industry professionals and explored careers within modern manufacturing and engineering. Skills Developed:
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⚡ Energy Systems CatapultEngineering & Sustainability Students learned how innovation and technology are helping solve real-world energy challenges. Skills Developed:
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🏬 Costco WarehouseRetail & Logistics Students explored multiple departments including Bakery, Optical, Customer Services and Administration. Skills Developed:
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What Students Learned
🏢Different Workplaces Students explored a variety of industries and career pathways. |
🗣️Employer Interaction Students practised speaking confidently with professionals. |
💡Career Exploration Students discovered careers they had not previously considered. |
⭐Future Aspirations Students gained a better understanding of their next steps. |
"I enjoyed seeing how different businesses work and talking to people about their jobs."
– KS5 Student
"These visits help students connect learning in school to real workplaces and future career opportunities."
– Careers Team
