A life skills workshop, delivered by Stork, provided S6 pupils an insight into payslips and budgeting.
Daniel Stephen, Learning & Development Consultant from Stork, talked pupils through pay slips, budgeting and the importance of pension schemes during an interactive life skills workshop.
The session aimed to prepare S6 pupils for making their way into the world of work. They learned how to read and understand a pay slip, as well as considering the bills they might have to budget for. The importance of pensions, and the process of auto enrolment, was also covered.
The workshop included tasks, such as working out the tax rate on a salary, to enhance pupils' awareness and understanding.
A series of employer presentations to help S3 pupils understand expectations around professional conduct in the workplace.
A careers carousel session designed to give S2 pupils an insight into roles within the land-based and food and drink sectors.
A series of lectures, lessons and networking to allow S2 and S3 pupils to learn about the different ways that chemistry can be used in the world of work.
