Work experience is designed to bridge the gap between education and the world of work. It can help inform career choices, provide the opportunity for you to prove yourself to an employer, and help instil the attitudes and behaviours expected at work.
Work experience can take many forms including work tasters; running a student enterprise; participation in social action, volunteering or a work placement.
Work placements will usually take place with an external employer and they are an integral part of traineeships, supported internships and some study programmes, where work experience is the core aim. Work placements can also form an essential element of some vocational qualifications
Benefits of work experience
Gain insight into the world of work
Develops your skills
It adds to your CV
Helps you in interviews
It can get you a job
Helps you figure out what you like and don’t like
Gets your foot in the door
Gives you practical knowledge
Increases your motivation to do well
It puts school in perspective
What is a virtual work experience?
Also referred to as online, remote or e-experience, virtual work experience gives students the opportunity to complete a full employer engagement from home, in most cases using nothing but a laptop. Online work experience is open to all and for the majority of opportunities, all you need to get involved in is access to a computer and a stable internet connection.
Speakers for Schools & Hide Tide Opportunities for Students
We made it to the end of term! A huge thank you to all of our pupils, staff and families for all your hard work and energy over the last few weeks.
Now it's time to rest, recharge and enjoy a well-deserved break. Have a fantastic week off, stay safe and we look forward to welcoming everyone back refreshed and ready to go!
✨ “Do not be afraid. Open wide the doors to Christ!” ✨
Today we celebrate the feast of Pope St John Paul II, a joyful witness of faith, courage and hope.
Throughout his life, he called people to place Christ at the centre of their lives and reminded us of the dignity and God-given worth of every human person. His deep love for young people, his commitment to peace and his unwavering trust in God continue to inspire the Church today.
May his example encourage us to live our faith with courage, to never lose hope and to open our hearts more fully to Christ.
🙏 Pope St John Paul II, pray for us and lead us ever closer to Christ.
Is your child starting Reception or moving to Primary school in September 2027? 🎒✨
School applications are NOW OPEN!
Don't wait until the last minute - make sure to submit your application before the deadline on 15th January 2027.
Here’s what you need to do:
📌 Visit your local council's online admissions portal. 📌 Select your preferred school choices. 📌 Double-check all details and submit!
Applying on time gives your child the best chance of securing a place at one of your preferred schools. Tag a fellow parent or carer who needs this reminder! 👇
🕊️ A witness to Christ, a companion in mission and a storyteller of the Gospel.
Today we celebrate the feast of St Luke the Evangelist, physician, missionary and author of one of the four Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles.
St Luke reminds us of God’s special love for the poor, the marginalised, the suffering and those who are often overlooked. Through his Gospel, we encounter the mercy and compassion of Christ and are invited to share that same love with others.
As we celebrate St Luke, may we be inspired to listen more deeply to God’s Word, to bring healing and hope to those around us and to proclaim the Good News through both our words and our lives.
🙏 St Luke, pray for us, that we may be faithful witnesses to Christ and instruments of His healing and mercy.
A fantastic day of football at last week’s NPCAT Super Cup, bringing students together from across the Trust to compete, represent their schools and showcase their talent.
Led by T6 Football Academy, current National Champions, the competition celebrated the strength of football across NPCAT.
Congratulations to Trinity Catholic College, winners of the 2026 NPCAT Super Cup.
