Schools are required to provide work-related learning for pupils at Key Stage 4 as a statutory requirement. However, work-related learning as a non-statutory aspect of the curriculum can be developed whilst pupils are in Key Stage 3. Work-related learning can be seen as a cross-curricular approach. Different subjects can create contexts whereby work-related skills, knowledge and understanding are developed by pupils. Pupils come to understand the world of work and make connections between what they learn in school and their future lives. Work-related learning encourages pupils to understand qualities, attitudes and skills that are needed in employment.

The teaching resources in this section provide materials that can be used to specifically teach skills relevant to work-related learning. There are also links to organisations which provide ideas for cross-curricular contexts and opportunities that can be created by schools in order to facilitate work-related learning.