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What are transferable skills and how can you use them to get ahead at work?
An ability to be resilient, solve problems, be creative and adaptable is in greater demand than ever before. We explain why.
Why you should consider learning how to code
Even if you don’t fancy a career in technology, understanding basic coding can seriously boost your career prospects.
The Virtual Interview Practice tool: An educator’s experience
Find out how the ‘interview practice tool’ can help your students feel confident in an interview situation.
Mind the gap – making the leap from school to work
How can you help your child bridge the tricky gap between education and employment?
Growth mindset for students
Find out about growth mindset, what it means and how it can help you to get ahead at school, college, university or in everyday life.
Overcoming setbacks
This learning module helps colleagues to grasp the idea of positive challenge to support their growth and development.
Improving & looking after your mental health – seeking support
From speaking up and self-care to seeking support from others, find out the steps you can take to improve and look after your mental health.
Inclusivity and diversity
Teach your students about the importance of inclusivity and diversity at work with case studies – covering gender, disability, LGBTQ+ and more…
Budgeting and planning for the future
Budgeting is crucial for planning the future effectively. Use this tailored activity and introduce young care leavers to how to do a personal budget.
5 tips for writing a great job application
How to make your application stand out and effectively showcase your skills, experience and personality.
Taking on new challenges
Find out how building self-confidence can help your child see challenges as opportunities. Includes worksheet.
Ways to save money
Discover how to help young people who have experienced care to reduce spending and live independently. Click here to access this tailored activity.
CV skills lesson one: Writing a successful CV
Help students understand the purpose of a CV and explore ways they can make themselves stand out from the crowd.
Overcoming setbacks
This module focuses on positive challenge for growth. It will encourage learners to reflect how they currently deal with setbacks and consider how they can take a new approach.
Adapting CVs and writing impressive cover letters
Support your child to know how tweaking their CV and writing cover letters for specific roles can help them be successful.
Staying positive (resilience)
Staying positive and learning through experience are key to succeeding in challenging situations. Try this lesson and help your students succeed at work.
Salaries and payslips
A knowledge of salary and payslips is the first step to better managed finances. Read how to introduce young care leavers to minimum and living wage here.
10-Step Guide to Interview Prep
Tips and practical advice to help you prepare for your interview and keep the butterflies at bay
Build your personal brand
Learn how a personal brand can help you be the best version of yourself and boost your career