concept of teamwork and teams in the workplace. I know some of the similarities and differences in how people work and why rules and routines are important in the workplace. I have developed skills important in the world of work and I know some of the skills employers are looking for. My experiences help me form ideas about the jobs and career paths of those around me and some of the skills they use. different employers need different skills from the people who work for them. I understand the importance of skills for work and my need to take responsibility for developing them. I have had experiences that developed my employability skills. While learning about the world of work, I have considered wider issues such as ethics, trade, citizenship and sustainability. I know and can utilise my skills and strengths to take part in ethical entrepreneurial learning. placements in line with the Standard for Work Placements. I understand employers’ expectations about my attitude and behaviour and know about the rights and responsibilities of employers and employees in the workplace. I have experienced learning within an enterprising environment and considered entrepreneurship, social enterprise and self- employment. Levels Early Second By end of BGE Senior Phase Theme 2 : Expanding horizons and ambitions Related ‘I can’ statements (Related entitlements: E1 E2 E3 E7) I can communicate with people about the different jobs they do in my community. I can talk about my learning, my strengths and my next steps. I can talk to employers about myself and about their workplace. I can talk the types of jobs that interest me. I can set goals and work towards achieving them. I can talk about my strengths, interests and skills and show I can explain to others my ambitions/what I would like to do and look for ways to achieve them/that. I own and can manage my profile and can use it to help me discuss my interests, strengths and skills with my parents/carers and others. I can identify my interests, strengths and skills and use them to make informed choices. I can manage my profile, share it appropriately and justify my choice of evidence. I can share, evaluate and evidence my skills for learning, life and work to help me make successful future choices and changes. I can assess the opportunities and challenges that entrepreneurship/self-employment can provide as a career option including financial and legal aspects.
(Related entitlements: E7 E9) (As per 2 I can talk to employers about myself and about their workplace.) I can access advice and support to help me make informed choices about further learning and opportunities. Illustrative suggestions Note for teacher/practitioner – Children will seek help and information from the adults and resources used to create and support the learning experiences on offer. This will be done in an age-appropriate way in order to scaffold the learning. I know that My World of Work and other online tools are sources of information and advice about skills, jobs and careers. I understand how to use these to find relevant information. I have registered on and have used My World of Work. I know that there are people who can give me information and advice about careers and help me explore my strengths. I have used My World of Work as part of my learning about career pathways and spent time specifically focused on possible career options. I have been involved in learning activities planned and led by a Career Adviser to help me learn more about and develop career management skills. I have had access to support from a number of people to help inform me about subject and career choices including a Career Adviser. I have had access to information about the labour market to contextualise my learning and help inform possible pathways and choices. I have had an opportunity to explore my career options and next steps with the people who support me including a Career Adviser and I have a clearer plan about my future pathway and how to progress it. I have used My World of Work and other sources of information to identify jobs and careers most suited to my strengths, skills, experiences and qualifications. I understand the benefit of a network of support and contacts and know how to use this to help me reach my goals. Levels Early First Second By end of BGE Senior Phase Theme 5 : Finding a route to work ‘I can’ statements I can recognise that there are different ways to get a job. I can recognise the skills I have and need for work. I can choose a of subjects, courses and experiences to enable my career pathways. I can describe all aspects of typical recruitment and selection processes and how to best prepare for and manage these.
(Related entitlements: E1 E2 E3 E6 E9 E10) (As per 4 I can extend and use my networks to find and apply for opportunities that match my interests, strengths and skills.) I can draw appropriately on evidence from my skills profile to help me complete application forms, create CVs and when practising interview techniques. I can work towards achieving qualifications which support me to achieve my future career aspirations. (As per Theme 1 I can identify the skills I have learnt across the curriculum, how these relate to the world of work and can apply these appropriately during work placements and other work-related learning.) Suggestive Illustrations Note for teacher/practitioner – During appropriate learning opportunities and experiences, reference should be made to help children and people see the relevance of what they are doing and how they relate to applying for, getting and sustaining a job. For example taking on different roles within the setting e.g. participating in committees/groups, enterprising activities etc. I am aware of how networks can potentially help me find and apply for job opportunities. I understand there are different pathways into employment and can select an appropriate senior phase pathway to access the world of work. I have had experience of applying for a job, learning opportunity or work placements. I know about recruitment and selection processes and understand how to prepare for and manage these. I understand how to use my skills, strengths, experiences and networks to help me choose and apply for further learning or jobs. I am aware of the learning that I might need to do when I leave school, whilst developing the skills I know I have choice in the job I want to do in the future. I know that learning and skills are important to help me find a job in the future. I am beginning to understand that there are a range of ways in which you can apply for and get a job. I realise that aspiration and motivation help me realise opportunities. I know that what I learn at school could help me make choices for the future.