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CURIOSITYEXPLORATION DISCOVERY
THELANGLEYACADEMY
NAME:
TUTOR NAME:
STUDENT
2017- 2018
THE LANGLEY ACADEMY SIXTH FORM
......................... Term Community Service
In these sessions I have learnt:
In those sessions I have developed the following skills:
Contribution to Academy life
AT T E N DA N C E
Attendance - you will need to have an attendance to lesson percentage of at least 95.5% to demonstrate you are a committed student. Track your half-termly attendance below (your tutor will be able to give you this data):
Half/Term Attendance %? Attendance % to lessons? Tutor Signature
End of half-term 1
End of term 1
End of half-term 2
End of term 2
End of half-term 3
End of term 3
Student/Tutor Notes/Comments: (Reason for not reaching target?)
You will need to attend other key events with your parent/carer:
Event Attend Y/N? Parent/Carer attend Y/N? Tutor Signature
Year 12 Success Eve Wednesday13th September
Parent/Carer Eve Thursday 1st February
UCAS Parent Info Eve Wednesday21st February
STUDENT LEADERSHIP CHALLENGES
B ronze Award
• Complete 90 hours of community service• Attend Prefect duties as directed• Achieve Academy attendance of 95%
Silver Award
•120 hours community service• Attend Prefect duties as directed• Help out at a Parents Evening• Help out at an academic afternoon• Achieve Academy attendance of 95.5%• Prepare/Carry out a tutor time leadership taks
Gold Award
•120 hours community service• Attend Prefect duties as direct• Mentoring support for younger years• Help out at Parents evening• Help out at academic afternoon• Help/run 6th Form open evening• Member of 6th Form Committee• Active member of a 6th Form Sub-committee• Participate in an assembly as part of a group
Platinium Award
• Member of the organising committee for a 6th Form sub-committee• Leading an assembly based on the actions of the 6th Form sub-committee• Leading the organisation of an Academy event• Mentoring support for younger years
Diamond Award
• Member of Student Leadership Executive Committee• Leading an assembly based on the actions of the 6th Form sub-committee• Leading the organisation of an Academy event• Leading the organisation and delivery of mentoring support
CHALLENGE LOGName:.......................................................................................... Attendancee: ..........................................
What? How? When? Signed
90 Hours of Community service
Prefect Duty
Tutor Time
Mentoring Support
Assembly
Whole Academy Event
6th Form Committee
6th Form Sub-committee
Community ServiceAs a Prefect it is compulsory for you to complete 3 hours of regular community service per week. This must be signed and dated by the leader after each session and your tutor each week/fortnight Half- Term 6th September – 20th October
Week Date Community Service Activity Signed
1 04/09/2017
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1 11/09/2017
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Tutor:
1 18/09/2017
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1 25/09/2017
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1 02/10/2017
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Tutor:
1 09/10/2017
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1 18/10/2017
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Tutor:
Community ServiceHalf-Term 30th October – 19th December
Week Date Community Service Activity Signed
1 30/10/2017
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3
Tutor:
1 06/11/2017
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Tutor:
1 13/11/2017
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Tutor:
1 20/11/2017
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1 27/11/2017
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Tutor:
1 04/12/2017
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1 11/12/2017
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Community ServiceHalf-Term 3rd January – 9th February
Week Date Community Service Activity Signed
1 01/01/2018
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Tutor:
1 08/01/2018
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3
Tutor:
1 15/01/2018
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Tutor:
1 22/01/2018
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Tutor:
1 29/01/2018
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Tutor:
1 05/02/2018
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Tutor:
Community ServiceHalf-Term 19th February – 29th March
Week Date Community Service Activity Signed
1 19/02/2018
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3
Tutor:
1 26/02/2018
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Tutor:
1 05/03/2018
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Tutor:
1 12/03/2018
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Tutor:
1 19/03/2018
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Tutor:
1 26/03/2018
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Community ServiceHalf-Term 16th April – 25th May
Week Date Community Service Activity Signed
1 16/04/2018
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Tutor:
1 23/04/2018
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Tutor:
1 30/04/2018
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Tutor:
1 07/05/2018
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Tutor:
1 14/05/2018
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Tutor:
1 21/05/2018
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Community ServiceHalf-Term 4th June – 20th July
Week Date Community Service Activity Signed
1 04/06/2018 AS EXAMS
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Tutor:
1 11/06/2018
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Tutor:
1 18/06/2018
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Tutor:
1 25/06/2018
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Tutor:
1 02/07/2018
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1 09/07/2018
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1 16/07/2018 CAS WEEK
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Work Experience
PROGRESSION: 'OPTIONS' U N IVE RS IT YHigher education study offers a variety of qualifications in an extensive range of subjects. Universities also offer the opportunity to complete a combined degree e.g. Psychology with History and to complete a degree that contains a work experience year (sandwich course). Foundation degrees are also offered by some universities. These often require fewer UCAS points and can be used as a stepping stone onto a degree course. It is important that you research whether the career that you are interested in requires a degree.
SCHOOL LE AVE RS ' SCH E M ESAn employer/training based route where companies (not funded by the government) employ you and train you in a specific job area e.g. accountancy. Some School Leavers’ Schemes will pay for you to sit professional exams or to complete a degree qualification.
A PPRE NTI CES H I PSA government funded employment/training based route. Apprenticeships are available in a range of subjects/career paths and at a range of levels, offering a qualification upon completion. Dependent on you grades and experience, higher level apprenticeships can offer qualifications which are sometimes to degree level standard. In many cases, successful completion of an apprenticeship can lead to full time employment with the organisation you have trained with.
GAP YE ARA ‘year out’ of education to work/complete further training that is necessary for your future career plan e.g. Camp America, voluntary work and/or unpaid work experience.
E M PLOYM E NTEmployment which immediately starts following the completion of A Levels. It is important if you opt for this that you choose an organisation that provides you with progression opportunities throughout your career.
UCAS – Useful university application and searing for universities and courses.www.ucas.com
National Apprenticeship Service -Useful for searching for apprenticeships and apprenticeship positions.www.apprenticeships.org.uk
Skills Solutions – Useful for searing and applying for local apprenticeships.www.likeapprenticeships.org.uk
Step into the NHS – Useful for careers advice, progression paths and apprenticeships within the NHSwww.stepintothenhs.uk
Student Ladder – Useful for careers advise and pathways including School Leavers’ Schemes.www.thestudentladder.co.uk
Studential – Useful for careers advice and progression pathways.www.studential.com
UniFrog – Useful for university and course searches based on predicted grades.www.unifrog.org
Student Finance – Useful for your application for student finance and information on finance available. www.gov.uk/student-finance
PROG RESS ION :
'JARGON B U STI N G' UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE
This type of qualification is what you are likely to progress onto following your studies at TLA. The most common type of this degree is a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours. Although there are many different types of Bachelor’s Degrees, they are usually either a Bachelor of Arts (BA), which include subjects such as English,
Art, Performing Arts and Humanities or a Bachelor of Science (BSc) which include subjects such as Biology, Sport Science and Economics.
There is a qualification below a Bachelor’s Degree called a Foundation Degree (Fdn). These qualifications often require less UCAS points and allow students to develop additional skills and knowledge to support progression onto a Bachelor’s Degree.
POSTGRADUATE DEGREE
This qualification is available to you following the completion of an undergraduate degree. Some undergraduate degrees have a post graduate qualification built in to the course. Below are 3 categories of postgraduate study available to study in the UK:
Postgraduate Diploma/Certificate, Masters (MSc, MA, MPil, etc.), Docorate (PhD, DPhil, etc.)
TH I N GS TO R E M E M B E R
UCAS Log In Details
ID Number: .................................................................................................................................................
Username: .................................................................................................................................................
Password: .................................................................................................................................................
TLA’s Buzzword for UCAS:
Unifrog Log In Details
Username: ..................................................................................................................................................
Password: ...................................................................................................................................................
PROG RESS ION :
'CV WRITING - HINTS AND TIPS!'1. CAREER AIM
→ Use strong words to describe yourpersonality e.g. ambitious/enthusiastic
→ Be clear about where you areand potential levels of academic achievement
→ Be clear about career direction e.g. looking to start work as a trainee PR consultant
→ Be Short, sharp and to the point
2. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
→ Can be split into two to highlight direct/indirect work experience
→ Show each position clearly alongsidemain tasks
→ Use bullet points, heading and boldtype to highlight key roles if required
→ Not always necessary to go into detailabout every job you have had – think about relevance
3. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
→ Most recent first → Use bold for level of qualification
- E.g. A Levels: TLA- History, Maths and English
4. EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
→ Skills described should match those in the person specification (or national careers service website if no job description or person specification)
→ Strong, descriptive words e.g. innovative, excellent
→ Real life examples to show how well each skill has been developed e.g. for written communication: “A sophisticated user of written language, which is shown in the Grade A awarded for GCSE English. These skills have been enhanced through continuing my study of English at A Level and as a contributor for the college magazine”
→ Use bold and bullet points to draw the eye to each skill
5. HOBBIES AND INTEREST/PERSONALACHIEVEMENTS/ADDITIONALQUALIFICIATIONS
→ Bullet points only → A brief description can be useful to
show the depth of involvement e.g. “A lively interest in current affairs and enjoy reading a variety of newspapers and magazines”
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
→ Bullet points only and only required if relevant for the position you are applying for - don’t include information unnecessarily
7. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
→ Make sure you have asked permission if including names on your CV
Preparing and Writing an Impressive Personal Statement
The Checklist
Have You? Yes
Made a list of destinations? Compared different Universities? Looked at different courses? Decided upon a course? Looked at where the courses you are looking at appear in the league tables?
Looked at the Trotman/Heap Guides? Developed a plan/structure? Had a Teacher look at it? Checked your academic examples with your subject teacher?
Come up with a good reason for doing the subject?
Made some notes from your work experience?
Removed the Clichés? Cut down on irrelevant material?
You will almost certainly talk to more than one person about your personal statement. You may get some conflicting advice, but you need to balance what you are told and make an informed judgement on what you are going to do. It will take time, it may take a number of drafts, but what you have written will be useful. This is perhaps the first time you will have to put yourself into charachters.
What to write and how to write it!
Some Specification Statements Writing Advice
1 Why?
a. There should be a clear statement about why the student wants to follow the particular course. b. This should be reinforced by some supporting comments that are based upon either experience or interest. There may be an “interesting point” or topic mentioned.
You must make sure that you are sincere, and that you avoid using terms since “Ever since I was a child” and “Ever since a young age” Even if it’s true your decision must be based upon experiences within an adult context, mainly based upon your work experience and specific interesting facts.
2 Experience
a. Make a simple statement about the work experience that you have had, or time spent observing a particular career or subject b. Reflective and perceptive comments have been made about your experience, perhaps detailing attitudes you found challenging or how idea/perception changed
You must made astute comments. Simply telling us what you did, and what you saw simply won’t make an impression. Admissions tutors are looking for you to be reflective on what you have observed. Describe something that you saw that maybe wasn’t brilliant! Tell us about how something made you change your mind or opinion and how this has changed your overall outlook.
3 Academic
a. What’s interesting about particular subjects? Have they inspired you to study? b. Discuss and comment on key events. What’s new? What’s happening? Who has discovered something? Significant People? When has this happened?
“Chemistry gives me the ability to work precisely” is quite frankly an overused and dull. There are loads of statements that have become clichés, and have little impact. Find something that is less obvious to mention, something that is relevant but engaging. Please don’t mention the synthesis of Aspirin! Seen too often!
4 Skills
Travel Hobbies
a. A straightforward statement about what the student has done, achieved and the skills that have been developed b. The student reflects upon their progression in their activities and successfully relates their abilities to their chosen subject.
Everybody seems to do DofE, play Hockey and Rugby at a “high level” and has “Team working skills” – Develop what you say, be specific and don’t make generalised statements. Most students have had an interesting experience abroad worth mentioning. Travel and cultural reflection seems to be an increasingly important selling point.
5 Readability
a. A grammatically correct statement with accurate spelling, punctuation & grammar. There should be a clear structure. b. The statement should become flowing, and each section should link together. The pace and content should serve to engage the reader. It should be interesting and engaging.
Admissions tutors want to know about what really makes you tick. They want interesting and informed young people to work with in their Universities, and you need to sell yourself. Re read your statement, is it interesting? What are your key selling points? What can you offer that no other student can? Remember you will be doing this again in four years ………for a Job!
The UCAS Personal Statement Flow Chart – A Process of Engaging Your Reader
Start Ready to Send
Explained WHY? you want to study
Describe and explain your MOTIVATION…
Describe the EXPERIENCE that you have had
DISCUSS and REFLECT upon the experiences you have had
DESCRIBE your interest in your academic focus
COMMENT upon prominent articles, people in the subject
SAY what you have done, when you have done it
COMPARE your skills and quantify their relevance
ENSURE that the punctuation and grammar is ok
DEVELOP the style, readability and structure. Make it flow.
CHECK it with your teachers, read it again, and again
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1 Over the summer…
■ Say what I’ve done since leaving school■ If I’ve had a variety of jobs and
experiences that are relevant, considersending a detailed CV direct to myuniversity and college choice(s)
■ Demonstrate how I will cope with theacademic work
■ Critically evaluate my experiences,matching them to my chosencourse requirements
Preparation Technicalities
If I’m an international student
■ Say why I want to study in the UK■ Give evidence on how I could
successfully complete ahigher education course in English:say if any of my studies have beenassessed in English
■ Give examples of usingmy communication skills
Check uni and college websites and Course Search for the criteria and qualities they want me to have
■ Create a list of ideas■ Start drafting it early■ Ask people for their feedback
Presentation and style
■ Show my enthusiasm and commitment■ Make it interesting■ Check my spelling and grammar
■ Organise it into a logical structure■ Introduction: Write an opening sentence that will
encourage the reader to read on■ Conclusion: reinforce my commitment, enthusiasm
and skills suited to university or college life and study
Length: Up to 4,000 characters or 47 lines of text (including spaces or blank lines) (approximately 600 words)
Remember, there is only one personal statement, regardless of whether I apply for one or five courses
The personal statement must be my own work and not copied from another source.
If I’m a mature student
What to include
About the subject and course
Achievements I’m proud of
Work
Evidence Special attributesWhat I want
from the future
■ Details of jobs, placements, workexperience, voluntary work
■ Concentrate on aspects relevantto my chosen course
■ Explain why an experience or activitymakes me an excellent candidatefor the course
■ Why I’ve chosen the course■ Why the subject interests me■ My suitability for the course■ How my current or previous studies
relate to the course(s) I’ve chosen■ Experience and understanding of
the subject■ Any activities that demonstrate my
interest in the course
Future plans of how I want to use the knowledge and experience that I’ll gain
■ Give evidence of the skills I have that are requiredto study my subject or to get the occupation I want
■ Evidence of my academic insight and enthusiasm■ Evidence showing my understanding of
what is required to study the course
■ Attributes that make me interesting,special and unique
■ Positions of responsibility that I’veheld both in and out of school
■ How would I be an asset to theuniversity or college?
Hobbies, interests that demonstrate my skills and abilities
Why I want to go to university or college
My UCAS personal statement
Non-accredited skills and achievements
Personal statement worksheet
This worksheet is designed to help you think about information you could include in yourpersonal statement. We’ve included space for you to write down any thoughts you have as yougo along. More detailed advice and guidance about writing your personal statement, includingour UCAStv video guide, is available at www.ucas.com/personalstatement
Why are you applying for your chosen course(s)?
Why does this subject interest you? Include evidence that you understand what's required to study the course, eg if applyingfor psychology courses, show that you know how scientific the subject is.
Why do you think you’re suitable for the course(s)? Do you have any particular skills and experience that will help you tosucceed on the course(s)?
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Writing about the course
Skills and achievements
Have you taken part in any other activities that demonstrate your interest in the course(s)?
Universities like to know the skills you have that will help you on the course, or generally with life at university, such as anyaccredited or non-accredited achievements. Write these down here. Examples can be found atwww.ucas.com/personalstatementskills
Also think about any other achievements you’re proud of, positions of responsibility that you hold or have held both in and out of school, and attributes that make you interesting, special or unique.
Personal statement worksheet2
Do your current or previous studies relate to the course(s) that you have chosen? If so, how?
Work experience
Include details of jobs, placements, work experience or voluntary work, particularly if it's relevant to your chosen course(s). Tryto link any experience to skills or qualities related to the course.
Personal statement worksheet3
Mature students
Explain what you’ve been doing since leaving education, and provide additional evidence to support your application. If you’renot in full-time education, you should give details of any relevant work experience, paid or unpaid, and information about yourcurrent or previous employment.
Hobbies and interests
Make a list of your hobbies, interests and social activities. Then think about how they demonstrate your personality, skills andabilities. Try to link them to the skills and experience required for your course(s).
Future plans
If you know what you'd like to achieve after completing the course, explain how you want to use the knowledge andexperience that you gain. How does the course relate to what you want to do in the future?
Dos and don’ts when writing your personal statement
g Do use your best English and don't let spelling and grammatical errors spoil your statement.g Do show that you know your strengths and can outline your ideas clearly. Use words you know
will be understood by the person reading your statement.g Do be enthusiastic – if you show your interest in the course, it may help you get a place.g Do expect to produce several drafts of your personal statement before being totally happy with it.g Do ask people you trust for their feedback.g Don't exaggerate – if you do you may get caught out at interview when asked to elaborate
on an interesting achievement.g Don't rely on a spellchecker as it will not pick up everything – proofread as many times as possible.g Don't leave it to the last minute – your statement will seem rushed and important information could
be left out.
Personal statement worksheet4
International students
Tell universities why you want to study in the UK and why you think you can successfully complete a course that is taught in English. Say if some of your studies have been taught or examined in English and if you have taken part in any activitieswhere you have used English outside of your studies.
PROG RESS ION :
'CV WRITING - HINTS AND TIPS!'A PE RSON A L STATE M E NT M U ST:
→ Be honest and make you stand out → Discuss skills you have developed and
not subjects you have studied → Evidence that you have researched the
course
→ Be formal and academic in style → No longer than 4000 characters/47
lines → Demonstrate that you are interested in
the course
Remember this is your first impression on an admissions tutor so ensure that it is a positive one
Introduction(400 characters)
Skills developed throughYour academic study
(1500 characters)
Skills developed through your work experience/voluntary work
(700 characters)
Skills developed through your hobbies,interest and/or any other completed
qualification (700 characters)
Conclusion(200 characters)
Introduction: Your introduction must outline the reasons why you want to study this subject. Be specific and honest! This could be topics you have studied, experiences you have had etc. You must be enthusiastic about the course and demonstrate an understanding of the course.
Academic Study/Work Experience/Hobbies and Interests: Here you must write about the skills you have developed through these experiences. The skills you discuss must link to what the course/career requires. You should also continue to demonstrate your understanding of, and interest in, the course.
Remember your A, B, Cs:
• A - Action What did you do?• B - Benefit What skills did you develop?• C - Course Why will this skill be
beneficial on your course/in yourcareer?
Conclusion: End by explaining what you as a student will bring to the course/university and what this course will allow you to do in the future
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• Communicated – Encouraged, Liaised, Demonstrated, Guided, Mediated, Directed,Motivated, Negotiated, Co-Ordinated
• Found Out – Analysed, Defined, Interpreted, Investigated, Evaluated, Forecasted, Verified,Assessed, Collated, Researched
• Sorted Out – Decreased, Processed, Organised, Eliminated, Simplified, Vetted, Produced,Modernised, Uncovered, Revised
• Showed How – Illustrated, Conducted, Guided Managed, Trained, Led, Taught, Coached,Advised, Instructed
• Set Up – Conceived Planned, Prepared, Opened, Initiated, Originated, Started, Generated,Launched, Founded, Pioneered
• Made Better – Broadened, Developed, Strengthened, Restructured, Expanded, Widened,Edited, Transformed, Unified
• Gave Out – Delivered, Dispatched, Promoted, Generated, Presented• In Charge Of – Administered, Managed, Delegated, Represented, Approved, Supervised,
Controlled
PROG RESS ION :
'EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS!'Employability skills are the skills that you have developed as a result of your academic study, work experience, employed work, hobbies and/or completion of other qualifications.
Employers and universities want to know that you have the relevant employability skills for the jobs/courses that they are providing and more importantly want you to explain how you have developed them.
PL A N N I N G A N D ORGA N I SATION A L S KI LLS
The ability to identify and set objectives, manage and prioritise your workload and other resources. Monitor performance against objectives, anticipating and putting steps in place to mitigate potential issues/problems.
TE AM WORKI N G S KI LLS
The ability to interact and co-operate with a group of people to achieve a goal. It involves hands-on working together, as well as processes of organisational planning, decision-making and development.
N EGOTIATION S KI LLS
The ability to discuss an issue with one or more people to determine ways to reach agreement and mutual satisfaction.
I NTE RPE RSON AL S KI LLS
The ability to relate to and get along with others, build trust, empathise and see things from different perspectives
LE AD E RS H I P S KI LLSThe ability to influence and motivate others to achieve a common purpose or goal.
I N D E PE N D E NT LE ARN I N G S KI LLS
The ability, motivation and drive to complete tasks independently that benefit your learning and outcomes.
RES I LI E N CEThe ability to continue to work hard and remain motivated after facing setbacks.
COM M U N I C ATIO N S KI LLS
The ability to give and receive information – both verbally and in writing – that is clear, well-structured and targeted to the intended audience.
PROB LE M SOLVI KN G S KI LLS
The ability to approach problems faced with a positive and solution based attitude.
LITE R ACY S KI LLSThe ability to effectively use and communicate a high level of written and spoken English, in a formal and accurate manner.
COM PUTI N G S KI LLSThe ability to use a range of ICT systems to communicate and process data.
Work Experience
Taking the opportunity to go on WEX will allow you to develop your skills for future employment and also offer you the experience you need for your UCAS application. WEX details:
WEX Placement:
Dates:
Brief description of tasks:
Brief analysis of what you learned/skills you developed:
Other comments:
TUTOR Signature: ................................Date: .................................................................
Finishing off!
Do you have any final comments about your progress with this
passport/during this year?
Final Tutor comments:
6th Form Tutor Signature:Date:
Head of Year Signature:Date:
Head of 6th Form Signature:Date:
The Langley AcademyLangley RoadLangleyBerskhireSL3 7EF01753 [email protected]
@tla_sixthformwww.langleyacademy.org
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