Teacher Encounters
Giving teachers the opportunity to experience the modern world of work.
Work experience for teachers
A national programme initiated by the Careers and Enterprise Company and managed locally by the Careers Hub. The programme offers educators a wide range of experiences designed to provide insight into the modern world of work and businesses.
The initiative aims to facilitate workplace visits across key local industries, broadening teachers’ understanding of employment pathways and enriching the curriculum through collaboratively developed resources and insights. The long-term goal is to foster enduring, sustainable partnerships between schools and employers.
Sectors covered include: Creative and Cultural, Engineering, Digital, Finance, Armed services, Advanced Manufacturing, Green and Sustainable industries.
Teacher quotes
“Really inspiring. It made me think about ways that I could bring new technologies or even just immersive experiences into my lesson plans or adapt existing projects to include more immersive tasks”
“I gained contacts, connections, possible future collaboration and possibilities for my students to do work experience with the agency or seek apprenticeships”
“A day of knowledge, inspiration, and collaboration'"
Employer take-aways
"Teacher Encounter's offers an opportunity to spread the message of your work and your interest in future generations workforce through their teachers. By helping education leaders shape their lesson plans by combining teacher expertise in curriculum and your expertise in what your industry needs, we can directly offer young people the best inroads to our industries."
"Teachers hold a unique position of trust and knowledge of individual students and their aspirations. Teacher work encounters helps our educators understand how curriculum concepts are used in the real world and how that knowledge can be used to support students find their next best step."
"It is vital we bring industry and education closer on all levels. There are so many fantastic career opportunities in the offshore marine & subsea industry that should excite young people however it is incumbent on all of us to raise awareness and profile what’s happening both now and in the future."
"Engaging with teachers as an employer has been an enriching experience. Building strong connections with the education sector is essential in shaping a more dynamic and adaptable workforce for the future. By collaborating with educators, we can bridge the gap between industry and education, ensuring that young people are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the ever-evolving world of creative technology."
"It was a privilege to be able to get involved with Teacher Encounters again this year. Thank you to all my COWI colleagues, and especially Julie McCormack for their time in helping teachers gain an understanding of what life is like at COWI.
Congratulations to Sven Rees and Sally Larkin for a fantastic programme!"
"By having the Teachers Encounters Day...it enabled Agency UK to develop a closer relationship with Bath College, which has directly led to opportunities for the Design students to further their learning, expand their portfolio of work and make connections with industry for future employment."
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Get involved with the West of England Careers Hub
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