Preparing Young People for Work
Essex Work Skills brings new energy, fresh ideas and solutions to schools, colleges and other organisations that are passionate about providing young people with the skills and qualities needed to be successful and ready for the ‘world of work’.
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Key Benefits of Working With Us
Original Programmes – Experienced Facilitators – Flexibility – Value For Money – Supported By Employers

- Structured and cohesive programmes from Year 8 upwards
- Significant engagement and input from business leaders, local employers and entrepreneurs
- Time-saving support for your staff
- Programmes and activities that are designed to meet statutory requirements and guidelines
- Dedicated, knowledgeable and experienced specialists who are flexible and responsive to your needs
- Comprehensive evaluation of all events
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Developing Employability Skills
We have a varied programme of activities that brings out the best in young people from Year 8 onwards and gives them the key skills to make them ready for the workplace and all the steps that lead there. All of our events are coordinated and led by experienced specialists from Essex Work Skills and tailored to your specific requirements.
See our Case Studies for examples of events that can be tailored to your specific needs. |
![]() Introduction to the world of work |
![]() Foundation for work |
![]() Preparing for work and life |
![]() Individual work guidance |
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Information about work | ||||
Links to employers | ||||
Skills and attitudes for work | ||||
Personal development | ||||
Enterprise and business skills | ||||
Career and work options | ||||
Personal career management | ||||
Personal financial awareness |