World of Work

Description

The ‘World of Work’ course is delivered across 9 sessions, helping young people explore what they are looking for in a job, recognise and celebrate their own skills, and develop the knowledge and confidence needed to prepare for and succeed in the workplace.

This resource is available as two separate books, designed to support both tutors and young people throughout the 9-session course.

Session Guides – for tutors

The Session Guides book provides tutors with everything they need to deliver all 9 sessions of the course. Each session includes a clear session outline, together with a range of activities, discussions, games and reflection exercises.

The guides provide instructions and guidance to help tutors explore the world of work with young people, from identifying their strengths and preparing for job applications through to managing relationships and challenges in the workplace.

Session Guides book:

• Designed for tutors
• Covers all 9 sessions
• Includes session plans, activities, discussions, games and reflection exercises
• Provides guidance and instructions for delivering each session

Session Resources – for young people

The Session Resources book contains the worksheets and activities for young people to use throughout all 9 sessions of the course. It provides practical opportunities to explore the topics covered, complete activities and develop skills that can be applied when looking for and starting work.

We recommend purchasing one Session Resources book for each young person taking part in the course.

Session Resources book:

• Designed for young people
• Covers all 9 sessions
• Includes interactive activities and worksheets
• Provides practical exercises to support learning throughout the course
• A4 landscape
• 40 pages

Key Topics Covered

• Understanding Work: Why should I work? How will work benefit me?
• Finding the Right Job: Where do I start, what should I look for in a job and what personal strengths can I offer?
• CVs and Job Applications: What makes a good job application and CV? What can I offer a potential employer?
• Interviews: Why do I need to prepare for an interview and how can I prepare effectively?
• Working with Others: How will I relate to colleagues? How will my employer help me, and how can I help myself?
• Communication and Conflict: How can I be a positive communicator in the workplace, and how can I deal with conflict?
• Work/Life Balance: Why is work/life balance important, how can it be achieved and where can I find support when work gets difficult?
• Motivation and Progression: How can I stay motivated and progress in my job?

Please note: The Session Guides and Session Resources are sold separately. Please select and purchase the book you require.