Young Adult Learning (YAL) Post 16 Visit

School: Riversides School
Event: Young adult learning (YAL)
Number of pupils attending: 12

Increase employer engagement
The workings of a workplace visit
Raise students’ aspirations
Raising industry sectors profile and appeal to students
Linking Gatsby Benchmark 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Aim of the activity

We were delighted to welcome Kelly Champion from Young adult learning into school this week for an inspiring sand informative careers session with our students.

The visit gave learners the opportunity to explore post 16 and post school pathways, with a particular focus on supporting learning, independence skills and preparing for adulthood. Students learned about a range of opportunities available beyond school, including vocational routes, life skills programmes, supported internships and progression pathways tailored to individual strengths and interests.

Activity

• The students experienced
• Clear information about different learning pathways
• Discussions around independence, confidence and employability skills
• Practical advice about preparing for adulthood
• Opportunities to ask questions in a supportive and inclusive environment
• Encourage to think about personal goals and future aspirations   

The session was especially valuable in helping students understand that there are multiple routes to success and that education and training can be personalised to meet individual needs, strengths and ambitions.

Kelly spoke to the learners about their close engagement with the NHS, they have learners that work within  a range of sectors involved in the NHS, community outreach teams, Mental health practitioners supporting student wellbeing, also a new section that’s been introduced Robotics operations that involves IT communications opening up new pathways for automatic pharmacies and logistics to improve efficiency and patient safety into a more  modern healthcare.

Impact of activity

Kelly Champion created a welcoming and positive atmosphere that encouraged students to engage, participate and reflect on their future choices. Learners left the session feeling motivated, informed and more confident about options available to them beyond school.

Quotes from the students.

Why do you only offer a select range of courses?

Can you get a full-time paid job after your training?

Feedback form staff

“The visit offered our students a brilliant balance of practical experience, industry insight, and future career inspiration. Many of our learners, particularly those unsure of their next steps, returned with a newfound sense of direction.  It was incredibly valuable for their personal development.”