Work Experience
For those individuals with aspirations for future employment whether that be paid or voluntary we are able to offer several areas for work experience. Each area will focus on sector specific skills as well as transferable skills.
The Wood Shop
Our wood workshop offers individuals the opportunity to access a real life work environment. Individuals will develop practical wood work skills as well as knowledge of health and safety and expectations in the workplace. Individuals will work on orders taken from the general public under the guidance of fully qualified and experienced staff. Nationally recognised qualifications can be accessed to support learning and progression in this area.
The Salon
Our onsite salon offers individuals the opportunity to work with members of the public to develop basic hairdressing and customer service skills. Individuals will learn how to meet and greet, gown up, wash and condition hair and prepare the client for the hairdresser. Individuals will work under the guidance of a fully qualified hairdresser and will work within the expectations and health and hygiene requirements of the workplace. Nationally recognised qualifications can be accessed to support learning and progression in this area.
STEPScic Car Wash Service
For those interested in vehicle cleaning, work experience can be gained at our onsite car wash. In the designated car wash area, individuals will develop vehicle cleaning and customer service skills by working on vehicles booked in by members of the public. Individuals will develop their knowledge of health and safety and expectations of the workplace. Nationally recognised qualifications can be accessed to support learning and progression in this area.
