The Westwood Academy

Employer Info

Employers – we need you!!

If you are able and willing to support Careers events we hold in whatever shape they take – please contact our Careers Lead Mrs. Sally Linsell   Email. S.Linsell@kmat.org.uk

An example of ways you could support us are as follows:

  • Mock interviews
  • Industry talks
  • Masterclasses
  • Careers Fairs
  • Work experience placements
  • Attend breakfast meetings.
  • Create student resources.

Likewise, in return we will happily promote your apprenticeships/job opportunities. We can also mention you in our newsletter and any other medium of publicity we will use. (With your permission of course)

Please see our provider access policy for further information. Other Key Policies - Key Information - The Westwood Academy

Many employers have considerable experience of successfully employing young people or taking on work experience students.

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) recently reviewed their guidance to make it easier and less bureaucratic for employers who offer work experience placements. There are very few work activities a young person cannot do due to health and safety law.

Following the guidance means those involved in employing young people for work or work experience will be doing what the law requires.

This guidance from the HSE describes how to keep it simple.

HTTPS://WWW.HSE.GOV.UK/YOUNG-WORKERS/EMPLOYER/WORK-EXPERIENCE.HTM