20 November 2019

Interview Skills Training With The Prince’s Trust

20th November 2019
Author: Melissa Craig
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The Princes Trust Team Programme is a 12-week course facilitated by staff seconded from Police Scotland. This is undertaken by young people who have struggled to find a job, or have faced barriers to entering the world of work. We were delighted to be asked to help Team 6 build their confidence and skills so they are better placed to get a job in the sector of their choice.
23 August 2019

Meaningful Work Experience Award – James Pirie & Son Butcher

23rd August 2019
Author: Melissa Craig
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How was the partnership formed?   This is another partnership which was formed between a school and an employer meeting to discuss what potential there would be for partnership working. Webster’s High school recognised one of their current S4 pupils was at risk of disengaging from school, so met with James Pirie & Son Butcher to discuss further. After some discussion a work placement was created which would work around classes. The young person attended the work placement at James Pirie & Son Butcher in Newtyle every Monday and Wednesday from December 2018 as part of their blended curriculum. Prior to the start of the placement, the employer was made aware of the pupil’s needs and they have supported him accordingly.
16 August 2019

DYW Champion – Angus Award – Roger McGill, J&D Wilkie

16th August 2019
Author: Melissa Craig
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How was the partnership formed?   Building on the partnership developed over the past 5 or 6 years, Webster’s High School worked closely with J&D Wilkie again this session to enhance and expand the partnership. Webster’s High School link contact within J&D Wilkie is now Roger McGill, Financial Director, and Roger has really helped to drive the partnership forward this session.
02 August 2019

College-Employer Partnership – Robertson Construction Tayside and Dundee and Angus College

2nd August 2019
Author: Melissa Craig
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How was the partnership formed?   This partnership was formed as a result of proactive working by both Robertson Construction Tayside and Dundee and Angus College. The staff within the college understand how important it is to partner with employers where possible to ensure cohesive working and to ensure all working practice standards are met. This also gives the students the best opportunity when leaving education and entering the work place.
12 July 2019

Project-based Learning Award – Nicoll Russell Studios and Grange Primary School

12th July 2019
Author: Melissa Craig
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How did the project come about?   The project was led by Morag Oldham (Principal Teacher, Grange Primary) and Nicoll Russell Studios along with a local designer Linsey McIntosh (Lecturer at DJCAD and freelance designer with V&A) who helped create a brief to design a house for a multi-generational family based on their needs and wants. A linear plan was created to support teachers through the project and Nicoll Russell were available to advise and evaluate throughout, while still allowing the children to be imaginative and explore their own creativity.
05 July 2019

Curriculum Input Award – Struan Toyota Dundee & St Paul’s Roman Catholic Academy

5th July 2019
Author: Melissa Craig
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How was the partnership formed and how did the project come about?   Struan Toyota, a car dealership based in Dundee, contacted DYW about wanting to work with young people. The offer was circulated to local schools and St Paul’s RC Academy was one of the schools who jumped at the opportunity.