Designed to run alongside the traditional school curriculum North Tyneside Council’s Work Based Learning Programme specifically targets young people aged 14 – 16 who have challenges in attending formal education and are in danger of becoming NEET.
Enrichment Programme available to schools from Year 7
Personal, practical, and vocational training
Programmes designed to complement classroom learning.
An opportunity to learn from occupational specialists
Running alongside work in school, providing experience in a chosen vocational area.
Gain valuable employability experience
Support will be given to help build self-esteem and confidence.
This is based on small groups of up to six over an agreed period of time.
Funding
Students can attend a provider for one full day per week which will be funded by the alternative education programme. Additional days can be requested where the cost would be covered by the school.
Apply via the school support team referral form, the completed referral must be emailed to the SchoolSupport@northtyneside.gov.uk
Accreditation
Training could lead to an accreditation qualification if negotiated with the provider, and if a student meets the minimum attendances and Guided Learning Hour requirements.
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