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18/03/24

Only 48 hours to go - don't be a drop out - get your tickets now! https://t.co/Di6a9JQiGS pic.twitter.com/SZp2YCnn2a— Valley Park School () March 18, 2024

17/03/24

We need good condition school uniform donations for SHUSH, our second hand uniform shop. In particular we're looking for skirts, blazers, jumpers, ties, and any new Year 7 uniform. Please bring your items to reception between 9am and 4pm. https://t.co/qWdK4N0QS0 pic.twitter.com/7ZdO2CgnjS— Valley Park School () March 17, 2024

15/03/24

Today a group of Dance and PA students went to Move It at the London Excel. A day packed with college and career conversations, pop-up performances and even support for former Valley Park students on the big stage. A proud day! pic.twitter.com/9304cpyJRW— Valley Park School () March 15, 2024

15/03/24

Tell me more, tell me more, did your tickets get booked? https://t.co/Di6a9JQiGS pic.twitter.com/2iOHYX10YW— Valley Park School () March 15, 2024

14/03/24

On Sat, Year 8 student, Amy, competed at the British Schools Championships for Judo where she represented Valley Park. Amy fought really well against a tough group and came away with a fantastic bronze medal. Well done, Amy! pic.twitter.com/hLv58vWGIW— Valley Park School () March 14, 2024

13/03/24

Only 1 week until Grease the Musical - don't miss out. Get your tickets here: https://t.co/Di6a9JQiGS pic.twitter.com/myoHG3JaDR— Valley Park School () March 13, 2024

11/03/24

Why, this show is automatic, it's systematic, it's hydromatic! Go, go go, get your tickets now! https://t.co/Di6a9JQiGS pic.twitter.com/ahYvcivtr9— Valley Park School () March 11, 2024

10/03/24

Valley Park + Grease The Musical - We go together, and that's the way it should be! https://t.co/Di6a9JQiGS pic.twitter.com/hcUhN7KvJr— Valley Park School () March 10, 2024

09/03/24

Year 11s: Time is running out to buy your leaver's hoodie! The shop closes on 11 March. Refer to the letter sent home for login details. https://t.co/cdMkhzBTvG#wearevalleypark pic.twitter.com/MJd05xwBrf— Valley Park School () March 9, 2024

08/03/24

Key Stage 3, how will you spend your free book voucher from World Book Day? pic.twitter.com/VsGFOlkmW3— Valley Park School () March 8, 2024

08/03/24

pic.twitter.com/AExD66bBGk— Valley Park School () March 8, 2024

08/03/24

Happy International Women's Day!We're celebrating women who have changed the world. Here's all of the amazing women who have received the and their remarkable achievements at the time of the award.Who are the women who inspire you the most?#IWD2024 pic.twitter.com/yZXLi5zYJh— The Nobel Prize () March 8, 2024

08/03/24

Wearing purple for International Women’s Day! pic.twitter.com/G7URtKlQ8C— Valley Park School () March 8, 2024

08/03/24

You're the one that we want - have you got your tickets for Grease the Musical? https://t.co/Di6a9JQiGS pic.twitter.com/cqjm25i2ix— Valley Park School () March 8, 2024

07/03/24

For , teachers chose passages from their beloved childhood books and narrated them in the style of the classic children's show, Jackanory: https://t.co/WzVRcyM1qu pic.twitter.com/oaoW6uetER— Valley Park School () March 7, 2024

07/03/24

An international author has recorded a video message for our students to celebrate and - Read our news article here: https://t.co/rpz5ckqgtH pic.twitter.com/JU4EkfalC4— Valley Park School () March 7, 2024

07/03/24

World Book Day double-act fun with today! pic.twitter.com/q28WKIGPWw— Gianna Pollero () March 7, 2024

07/03/24

is a celebration of reading for pleasure.Our mission is to change lives through a love of books and reading.We want to know how you're encouraging children to - show us with the hashtag! pic.twitter.com/mhEl4k3I00— World Book Day UK 📚 () March 6, 2024

07/03/24

- For Parents and Families: If you want some new book ideas - why don't you try Wheeler's ePlatform, or some of the suggestions from the eBook and audiobook providers below? pic.twitter.com/bjEH7EvTSi— Valley Park School () March 7, 2024

07/03/24

Year 12 Performing Art students performing numbers from musicals based on books including Matilda, Hamilton, and a few Disney classics, to celebrate pic.twitter.com/Bzl8V6VNmO— Valley Park School () March 7, 2024

07/03/24

It’s !🥳We’re putting children’s voices first. They’re asking us to let go of pressure & expectations to give them a choice – and a chance – to grow up with the life-changing benefits of . Show us how you're reading for fun, your way! pic.twitter.com/JiCQDHPw2S— World Book Day UK 📚 () March 7, 2024

07/03/24

It's ! Which events will you take part in today to celebrate? pic.twitter.com/gmVYRjSWvL— Valley Park School () March 7, 2024

06/03/24

Fifteen of our A Level Religious Studies students attended a conference in London last Friday, led by the philosopher Peter Vardy. Read more: https://t.co/h8ysLfktRW pic.twitter.com/JjeyDHmz7C— Valley Park School () March 6, 2024

06/03/24

Only 2 weeks until Grease the Musical - don't miss out. Get your tickets here: https://t.co/Di6a9JQiGS pic.twitter.com/Hs3eNI6ZoT— Valley Park School () March 6, 2024

Work Experience and Volunteering

Why Work Experience?

Employers and educational institutions all have their own entry requirements and application processes but the feedback we have received from all of them, tells us they value work experience immensely.

Outstanding academic grades are obviously imperative, however, in a competitive labour market, employers and education providers are also looking to find someone who has experience of working in an adult environment and can evidence skills and qualities that they have developed from this experience.

Work experience is confidence building and gives you the chance to explore an industry of interest, to discover first hand if it would suit you as an individual and is the right career path for you.

Please find below an example CV and example cover letter along with guidance on how to complete these. As work experience can be difficult to secure in the current climate, please do not forget to use your network of friends and family; employers often like it if the student has links with their firm already. You may also consider asking to ‘work-shadow’ or for a shorter period of time as this may be easier for the employer to honour.

In addition to work experience, you may wish to enhance your employability skills through undertaking a free online course in a subject or interest of via getting involved in volunteering or Social Enterprise locally. 

The following websites may be useful:

OpenLearn

FutureLearn

Do It

We actively encourage students to seek valuable and meaningful work-related leaning experiences that will support their future aspirations. Where possible we recommend that this is completed in holidays and weekends, however we appreciate that this is not always possible.

In the current climate of COVID-19, many companies are now offering Virtual Work Experience (VWEx). These placements allow young people to engage in a range of talks, activities and workshops, helping them understand the world of work and to develop key employability skills that can then be added to their CV and applications. Mrs West will send opportunities out via email but we also recommend you register with the two companies below so you are the first to hear about opportunities as they are released! Why not also check out their employer talks as well.

In Sixth Form, students can request time off by speaking to the Sixth Form team to attend work experience placements (these may be on an ad-hoc or weekly basis depending upon the company requirements (timetable dependent).

For other year groups, a letter requesting permission for time away from timetabled lessons, to attend a placement, needs to be sent to the Headteacher, stating reasons why this will be beneficial. Once permission has been given, students can then proceed with finalising the arrangements.

The Careers Adviser is available to help you get the most of out of your work experience and also has a number of contacts within different industries so you may wish to enquire about these, however, ultimately it is the responsibility of the student to find their own work experience. 

Seeking your own placement is excellent preparation for your future and will teach you first-hand how competitive the real-world can be. You will learn to approach companies in a professional manner and if not successful on your first contact, it will teach you resilience; how to deal with rejection and to still persist in your pursuit to find a placement.

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Example CV 05th Nov 2019 Download
Quick Guide to CVs 05th Nov 2019 Download
Guide to writing a cover letter 05th Nov 2019 Download
Sample Work Experience Cover letter 05th Nov 2019 Download