There is a requirement for schools to provide work-related learning within the curriculum for pupils at Key Stage 4. This can take place in a cross-curricular way with different subjects providing opportunities for pupils to engage with projects that develop skills, knowledge and understanding relevant to the world of work. Through this, pupils can see the links and relevance between what is being taught in school and how these qualities, skills and attitudes are important in the workplace.

Work-related learning has close links to Enterprise, Business Studies and School Fund Raising. These feed into the Citizenship curriculum, particularly where projects make a contribution to the school or wider community.

The resources in this section provide support for planning and teaching specific skills to develop work-based learning, which are useful in devising opportunities and contexts for pupils. There are also case studies that act as useful starting points for devising projects that will engage and motivate pupils to develop their skills, knowledge and understanding. Guidance is also available on how to encourage the development of pupils’ employability.