Enhancing Employability Through Work-Based Learning: JET Programme Overview
This document outlines the JET Programme, designed for S4 students to bridge the gap between education and employment. With an emphasis on work-based learning, students gain National Vocational Qualifications while working towards Standard Grades and Intermediate exams. The programme connects schools and employers, providing invaluable work experience and essential employability skills. Key outcomes, including improved attendance and attitude, are highlighted. Additionally, the initiative addresses the increase in negative school leaver destinations and aims to create more opportunities for youth through vocational training.
Enhancing Employability Through Work-Based Learning: JET Programme Overview
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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