Information for Parents

Trident Work Experience 2020

Why Work Experience? Opportunity to develop employability skills Gain an insight into the world of work Work as part of an adult team Take on commitment and responsibility Try something that interests you Help you make the right choices post 16

Own Placement Can be organised in the UK – Only time students can work with Family Form can be downloaded from the Website Own Placement Health & Safety Checks completed by Trident Office Company not already in the Trident scheme Attach Own Placement Form to main Application Form

The Trident Website One to one appointments with students and parents Student login - username and password (details provided by Trident) Over 450 opportunities – search by category, name or activity type Select six equal choices. Maximum of six choices allowed Choices will be locked once the deadline date has passed Students complete the reverse of the application form manually Medical information: Parents must circle Yes or None & give details Sign to confirm that you are happy with your child’s selections Brief overview of Post 18 options Key considerations when looking at going to university One to one appointments with students and parents Administrate the grant application process Look at the different ways to gain a University education Know how to research university choices

One to one appointments with students and parents The Trident Process Allocation process Reselections Final confirmation - three weeks before placement (unless early interview) Arranging interview School monitoring Students being sent back to school Use of Social Media Employer reports Brief overview of Post 18 options Key considerations when looking at going to university One to one appointments with students and parents Administrate the grant application process Look at the different ways to gain a University education Know how to research university choices

experience for your child Discuss different options with your child Don’t focus too much on careers Make this a positive experience for your child Check that you are both happy with the job description, working hours and the location Prepare them for the realities of the working day Help them to plan their journey to work Encourage them to prepare for the interview

FRIDAY 18 OCTOBER FORT REGENT Parents and Career Changers are invited 2.30pm to 5pm Looking for career inspiration? Uncertain about the next step to take? The Jersey Skills Show provides hands-on experiences that inspires you to explore further education, skills and careers, helping you gain advice on how to take the next step on your career path.

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