DSRL is committed to the socioeconomic development of the Caithness and Sutherland area, and in particular to improving the employment prospects and “job-readiness” of local school leavers. As part of this commitment, we have contributed to the development of an innovative, industry-led event to provide young people with the practical skills and information required to support their success in moving into employment in all sectors.
The event has been designed in conjunction with STEMpoint North of Scotland and North Highland College. It is open to 4th, 5th and 6th year pupils, from Wick, Thurso and Farr secondary schools and will include a combination of interactive sessions, industry visits and presentations.
Hosted at ETEC, North Highland College over a one week period during the summer break, the “Ready Steady Work!” event will provide young people with advice on CV preparation, job search skills, interview preparation and an insight into the types of jobs currently available and likely to emerge in the near future.
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Programme
22 July
Introductions & Purpose
“Windmills” self-development session, including life and
job aspirations, skills review, action planning
23 July
Local Industry Day - visits to industry to increase
awareness of job types
24 July
CV Preparation
Job search skills
Interview preparation and practice
25 July
Visit to European Marine Energy Centre (EMEC), Orkney
Local Employers Day – short presentations from small and medium employers from a range of sectors, ie retail, care work, tourism, construction, etc on the range of jobs | available, how to apply and career development opportunities |
