Search results for ‘Key Skills’
Developing young peoples aspirations
Read recent independent research on how educators can help prepare young people for the future of work, and the challenges around young people's aspirations.
CVs and covering letters – putting their best foot forward
How do these two crucial documents combine to make a positive first impression?
Feeling confident in employment
This module will share valuable tips with adult learners to increase their confidence and build a growth mindset so they can succeed in the workplace in a current or new role.
CVs and covering letters – putting their best foot forward
How do these two crucial documents combine to make a positive first impression?
Preparing for interview success
Interviews can be a stressful experience for anyone. Help your young adult feel prepared and go to interviews with confidence with these resources.
Making maths feel relevant to learners
Maths matters. Everyone uses it every day, often without thinking about it. Learn more about making maths feel relevant for your learners.
Preparing for different kinds of interview
Getting ready for a range of interviews can help to boost confidence. Encourage your child to understand the different types, and be familiar with the STAR model.
Safe and sensible spending
Teach KS2 and P4-7 students about safe and sensible spending with this interactive activity and lesson plan, which can be used in class or remotely.
Tailoring your CV
Improve job application success by tailoring your CV to the job. Find out how to do this effectively with our top tips.
Social action: An educators experience
Read Simon’s story about how to go about implementing a social action programme in your school.
Maths in everyday life
Teach your learners about the importance of maths in everyday life, within the workplace across different roles and beyond.
Assessment Centre Days
What is an assessment centre, and how do I prepare for it? Get informed and feel more confident.
Understanding money and bills
Help adult learners to improve their understanding of money and bills with this free learning module from LifeSkills.
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.
Introducing insurance
The world of insurances can be scary for young care leavers. Introduce them to insurance benefits, terms and concepts with this tailored activity.
How to decide what to do after school
Figuring out your next steps can be confusing, but it doesn’t have to be scary. And changing your mind is allowed.
A school social action programme that works for all
Read how Laura Mason rolled out a social action & volunteering programme to her whole sixth form at High Storrs School in Sheffield.
5 steps to the perfect interview
Kirstie Mackey, Head of LifeSkills, provides her expert advice on preparing for interviews.
Understanding behaviours for work lesson (SEND and ALN)
This lesson is designed to help students with SEND/ALN identify the types of behaviours that will help them make the right impression in the workplace.
Ready to start a business in retirement?
Rather than stop work as you get older, you could instead use your experience, knowhow and free time to set up your own business.