Fatima is the life of the party wherever she goes. Which means her infectious personality was perfectly suited for a work experience program at Age UK, where she has been going over the last academic year.
Fatima has expressed an interest in working with the elderly, so Lisa Crooks, Careers Coordinator at Bridge College where Fatima is a student, was able to secure her a place at one of the Age UK day centres in the local area.
Fatima is really excited to go whenever she knows it’s work day: she prepares her iPad, looks over her tasks and gets ready to entertain people. She helps with the snack service delivering toast and drinks to service users attending the day centre, she helps out with quizzes, and performs.
Watch Fatima at her work experience:
Work experience is hugely important for young people. Getting practical hands-on skills in the workplace can have a huge impact on their independence and confidence. Our amazing students dream about their future career like everyone else: some dream of working with animals, others love fashion, while others love working with people.
Lisa, Careers Coordinator says “For many of our students, taking on a work placement is not just about gaining experience, it’s about building confidence, discovering strengths, and showing the world what they are capable of.”
