Enhancing School Leaver Outcomes through JET Programme Initiatives
The JET Programme aims to transform the educational landscape for S4 students by providing vital work-based learning opportunities that lead to national vocational qualifications and improved employability. With a special focus on connecting schools and employers, the programme facilitates work experience every Friday while students attend school for 3.5 days and vocational training for half a day. Recent statistics show a concerning increase in school leavers entering negative destinations, highlighting the need for initiatives like "More Choices, More Chances" to foster positive outcomes in education and employment.
Enhancing School Leaver Outcomes through JET Programme Initiatives
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JET PROGRAMME SUSAN MILNE TUESDAY 17 MARCH 2009 SQA – MCMC EVENT - AYR
JOB EDUCATION TRAINING JET
School Leaver Destination Returns; Increase in number of school leavers 600+(20%) entering negative destination; More Choices, More Chances; Curriculum for Excellence; Early Intervention and Prevention. BACKGROUND AND CONTEXT
WORK-BASED LEARNING PROGRAMME OPPORTUNITY FOR S4 STUDENTS TO: ACHIEVE A NATIONAL VOCATIONAL QUALIFICATION; WORK TOWARDS STANDARD GRADES/INTERMEDIATE EXAMS; GAIN VALUABLE WORK EXPERIENCE; LEARN ESSENTIAL EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS. JET
JOB – Work Experience every Friday EDUCATION – School 3 ½ days TRAINING – Vocational Training – ½ day AIM:- Connect Schools and Employers; Relevant Learning Experiences; Marketable Skills; Nationally recognised Qualifications. PROGRAMME DELIVERY
SVQs Customer Service Level II Business Administration Level II Hairdressing Level I City & Guilds Level 2 VRQ Automotive Vehicle Service & Repair SPORTS LEADERS UK Level I Award in Sports Leadership SQA Standard Grades/Intermediate QUALIFICATIONS
RECRUITMENT & SELECTION – World of Work APPLICATION FORM; INTERVIEW; INTERVIEW WITH EMPLOYER; TIMEKEEPING, ATTENDANCE, ATTITUDE CONTRACT; DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURE. EMPLOYABILITY
Health and Safety; Legislation and Procedures; Disability Discrimination; Equal Opportunities; Data Protection; Employment Rights; Workplace Security; Consumer Protection; Effective Communications; Team Building; Working with Others; Appraisals; CVs; Application Forms; Mock Interviews. Confidence and Self Esteem. VOCATIONAL TRAINING
EXTENDED WORK EXPERIENCE; RISK ASSESSMENT; INDEPENDENT TRAVEL; OUT OF POCKET EXPENSES; EMPLOYER INDUCTION PROGRAMME; PORTFOLIOS; STUDENT ASSESSMENT. WORK EXPERIENCE
HEALTH; RETAIL, HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM; MOTOR VEHICLE; HAIRDRESSING; CHILDCARE; FITNESS, SPORT & LEISURE; LOCAL GOVERNMENT; MANUAL TRADES; MISCELLANEOUS. EMPLOYMENT SECTORS
CO-ORDINATION AND ADMINISTRATION; DEVELOPMENT & IMPLEMENTATION OF POLICIES, PROCEDURES & AGREEMENTS; EMPLOYER DEVELOPMENT AND LIAISON; SCHOOL LIAISON AND RELATIONS MONITORING AND EVALUATION. PROGRAMME MANAGEMENT
POSITIVE DESTINATIONS EMPLOYMENT FURTHER EDUCATION / TRAINING EDUCATION - S5 IMPROVED: ATTENDANCE, TIMEKEEPING, ATTITUDE, BEHAVIOUR, ATTAINMENT. PROGRAMME OUTCOMES
CUSTOMER FEEDBACK Schools; Employers; Parents; Students; Questionnaires; Focus Groups; Employer and School Testimonies. MONITORING AND EVALUATION
NATIONAL PROGRESSION AWARD - NPA ENTERPRISE AND EMPLOYABILITY Designed to meet changing needs in Vocational Education & Training; Practical opportunities for developing attitudes, values and skills valid and relevant to World of Work; Formal certification for learning. 19 of 23 High schools in Edinburgh; 270 students offered More Choices and Chances. JET - FUTURE PLANS