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The Teenage Years Work Related Learning Careers at College and in the Sixth Form Young Workers and Jobseekers Career Decisions Careers in Year 9 Careers in Year 11 Careers in Year 10 Additional Needs Work Related Learning Somerset Education Business Partnership (EBP), Work experience, Work Wise The Somerset Education Business Partnership (EBP) Connexions through The Somerset Education Business Partnership (EBP) works with employers to offer a range of work related opportunities. The EBP aims to raise the aspiration & motivation of young people by developing a positive attitude to business & the economy. For more details see www.ebp-somerset.org.uk Work Experience All pupils have entitlement to a period of work experience during their last two years of compulsory education, in other words, during their Years 10 and 11 as long as they are of the statutory age for these year groups. The benefits of work experience There are many benefits to young people participating in work experience including:   Increased knowledge and understanding of the world of work   Greater awareness of their strengths and areas for development   An opportunity to consider ideas about their career interests and the type of work that suits their aspirations   First hand experience of the knowledge, skills and attitudes that contribute to success in the workplace   An appreciation that learning continues throughout working life   Confidence in their ability to operate in an adult environment For further information on work experience please visit Somerset Education and Business Partnership www.ebp-somerset.org.uk Work Wise Work Wise is a publication which discusses the different ways you can experience work and your working life. It gives information on working in Somerset and the economy of Somerset. To request a copy please follow this link. Return to top of page Make text larger Make text smaller Text Only Display Disclaimer