The Work Wise programme is a personal development programme to help students become more prepared for their future either in school, work, or at home.
The programme can also help to support and underpin parts of the National Curriculum, Careers PHSE, Citizenship, and Enterprise Education and Employer Engagement.
- Listening and oral communication skills
- Adaptability and creative responses to obstacles or setbacks
- Self esteem, confidence & self motivation
- Empathy
- A responsible attitude to own actions
- A can do attitude
Each section of the programme incorporates a number of topics that take the students on a self development journey; this is made up of a large number of different exercises, all with different a different message but still fun.
Which students are suitable? Year 10 or 11 students of all abilities.
How many students per programme? A maximum of 25.
Length of programme? Two consecutive days.
Where does the programme take place? Generally it is delivered out of school at a business venue or a suitable sized room within the school could be used.
Does the school need to provide staff? Yes, one member of staff to be present during the programme.
Can WorkWise be adapted to meet my schools needs? Yes, we are happy to discuss any requirements that you may have.
Who delivers the programme? The programme is delivered by trained facilitators from the world of
work who have been put through a training programme to qualify as a WorkWise Facilitator. The facilitators bring with them their varied skills and experiences that they then share with the students, connecting schools and business.
Does the school need to provide special equipment? No, the Chamber of Commerce will provide all the materials required to deliver the programme.
If you are interested in the WorkWise programme and would like one of our education project team to visit your school to discuss the programme and answer any questions that you may have please contact:
Teresa Kelly (Project Manager)
01603 625977
Email- Teresa.kelly@norfolkchamber.co.uk
Or
Gillian Hill (Project Manager)
01603 625977
Email- Gillian.hill@norfolkchamber.co.uk