Careers

Celebrating Work Experience: William’s Journey in Carpentry

At Community-Ed Academy, we believe that hands-on work experience is an essential part of a young person’s education, providing them with practical skills, confidence, and a real insight into potential career paths. We are committed to taking a person-centred approach, tailoring each placement to suit the individual needs, interests, and strengths of our students.

Recently, William, one of our students, completed a two-day work experience with Terry Edwards Carpentry Ltd who is a local carpentry tradesman. Supported by Terry, William took on a variety of tasks, from fitting kitchen doors and removing wall tiles, to ensuring the worksite was kept clean and organised. He also helped loading the skip and took on the challenging task of aligning and levelling new kitchen doors with precision. His hard work, attention to detail, and positive attitude were commendable, demonstrating the value of real-world learning.

We are proud of William’s achievements and grateful to the local tradespeople who continue to support our students by offering such invaluable opportunities, often at their own cost. These experiences not only build practical skills but also foster a sense of responsibility, teamwork, and confidence in our young people, preparing them for their future careers.

Police Visit

On Wednesday, 16th January, we were fortunate to welcome Police Officer Isabel Carroll to our school for an engaging and insightful afternoon. She visited each class to talk about her role and daily duties, as well as to answer questions from our curious students. There were some fantastic questions, such as, “How do you become a police officer?” and “How do you find people who commit crimes?”

The students were thoroughly engaged throughout and especially enjoyed the hands-on experience of trying on police equipment. They had the chance to try on handcuffs and learn how they work, why officers use them, and the different scenarios in which they might be applied.

Even our staff joined in the fun, with some trying on police hats and posing for photos, much to the delight of the students! This added an extra layer of excitement and created a sense of shared experience between staff and students during the visit.

Building positive relationships with our local police force is an essential part of helping students develop trust and confidence in those who serve and protect our community. As they grow into adulthood, we want our students to view the police as allies who are here to help in times of need. The visit also sparked interest in policing as a potential career path for some of our students. They gained valuable insights into what it takes to be a police officer and the steps involved in pursuing this role. We extend our heartfelt thanks to PC Carroll for taking the time to visit and inspire our students. We look forward to working with you much more in the future.

Tash from Class One shared her thoughts about the visit: “Isabel was nice and friendly. She wasn’t scary, which I thought she might be. I enjoyed being arrested with the handcuffs!”