During a two-week period, our students were given the fantastic opportunity to work with professionals in a wide variety of industries. Placement providers included 360 Play, Basildon & Southend Hospitals, Boots, CNH Industrial, Gateway 97.8, Harvester, K9 Bubblez, Maritime Transport, Mold Accounting, Pret A Manger, Priority Traffic Management Ltd, RGK Maintenance Group, Toby Carvery and many Primary & Nursery Schools.  

"It's a great place to work & all the staff are lovely." Riley & Nicholas (360 Play Basildon) 

"It's a fun experience & a great place to work." Jayden (Toby Carvery, Basildon). 

"I really feel that they value me as a work experience placement student." Rachel (Southend Hospital). 

"I've really enjoyed the experience & learnt new skills. I have gained a good understanding of how the company runs." Jenson (England Fire Stopping & Diamond Drilling). 

"Confidence is key & Lorna has been great with the customers." Boots, Thurrock Lakeside employee.  

"It has been amazing having such a hardworking student with us. Bradley has been a pleasure to work with." Pret A Manger employee, Thurrock Lakeside. 

“Everyone loved having Filip as part of the team, and they want him to work here permanently. We would offer him a job when he leaves school.” Harvester employee, Romford. 

“We really enjoy taking on students who are keen to learn about working in a pharmacy" "Toyosi is very confident and easy to work with.  She is capable of working in a team and has great communication skills." Allcures Pharmacy employee. 

"Abi has been brilliant to work with & we would love for her to do an apprenticeship with us." Treehouse Nursery and out of School Club employee. 

I have enjoyed learning new things which will benefit me going forward" Bailey
"Bailey works hard and is keen to learn. He has been very enthusiastic" Southend Hospital Maintenance Team Employee. 

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