Ways2Work
Are you a school, college, community group or individual who would like to know more about the world of work?
Are you a business or trades person who would be happy to share information about your role and experience, or provide advice and insights about the world of work?
Delivered in partnership with businesses our Ways2Work programme centres resources around confidence building, raising aspirations, opportunity awareness and guidance about entering the world of work. The programme is a great opportunity for leaners to engage directly with the business community in Croydon and get advice and support directly from business employees from a huge range of different industries.
If you are an individual, we offer a CV Repair Service, interview support and, depending on availability, 1:1 mentoring. Please contact us first to discuss your needs.
Primary Professions
A set of 3 different interactive career-based sessions for years 5 and 6.
- ‘What’s My Job?’ This workshop can also be upgraded to years 7 and 8.
- Building Bridges (STEM)
- Flush Challenge (STEM)
(1-1.5 hours)
Confidence and Employability
An informal, engaging session with opportunity to meet a number of volunteers through mini sessions including barriers to employment, soft skills, what employers look for etc.
(1 – 1.5 hours)
Mock Interviews
A chance to try a mock interview before a proper one! Volunteers will take their ‘applicant’ through an interview, give feedback and then give advice and top tips.
(1-1.5 hours)
CV workshops
How to make your CV stand out, how to use AI, what to do and what not to do. Great advice and information from business partners who know all the tricks. Can be combined with Mock Interviews and/or Confidence and Employability.
(1-1.5 hours)
Career insights
Formal or informal opportunities to hear from a variety of volunteers from different sectors.
(15-30 minutes)
1:1 Mentoring programme
We occasionally have business partners who are available to offer some mentoring and can give up to 20 hours 1.1 support (must be over 18)
Work Experience @School Week
Do you often have students unable to find work experience or work placements? We want to support schools and college by offering self-contained inter-active career sessions for those students who have not found a placement. Ideally, we would find 10 different industries to cover the morning and afternoon slots in that week.
Career Fair Support
From a simple 10-minute chat to an all day stand.
AI for Employment
Entrepreneurship
Our workshop invites local entrepreneurs to talk to students about their experiences – why they decided to set up their own business, challenges they’ve faced and what has worked well.
“I’ve worked with Croydon Commitment for five years, and the experience has been invaluable for my Level 3 students. Exposure to professionals from industry, significantly boosts their confidence and strengthens their communication skills. Seeing the positive interaction between business ambassadors and students, is incredibly life-affirming.”
Resources
Courses
Successful Mums Career Academy is an award-winning training company, providing funded courses to help mums build their confidence and get career-ready or start a business. Get in touch to find out more.
The King’s Trust offers free taster sessions and workshops to 16-30 year olds, aimed at giving people the tools to build their confidence, find a job or start their own business View courses.
The London Learning Consortium offer courses for young people, apprenticeships, courses, and work-related programmes for young people and adults. View courses.
Strive training offer free courses across different career sectors. View courses.
Need to Succeed offers flexible learning options. Visit website
Career Information
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