Let's make it work: The Podcast

Every young person deserves access to meaningful experiences that broaden horizons, raise aspirations and open doors to future opportunities.  In this episode, Sian is joined by Patrice Etienne, Head of Inclusion Programmes at ThinkForward UK, and Tina Hamer, Executive Headteacher at The Rosewood School, to explore how modern work experience is transforming outcomes for young people in Alternative...

Modern work experience has the power to open doors for girls by increasing visibility, representation and access to careers they may never have previously considered.  Sian is joined by  Fiona Millar, Writer, Journalist, Education Campaigner & Non-Executive Director of CEC  Isobel Wain-Heapy, Manufacturing Management Trainee, Ibstock PLC & CEC Youth Advisory Group member  Kathryn Baddeley,...

In this episode, we explore how a whole-school approach can transform modern work experience into a powerful driver of engagement, attainment and sustained destinations.   This careers education podcast examines how leaders can position work experience as a strategic lever, strengthening attendance, raising aspirations and improving long-term outcomes. Through real examples and practical insight,...

In this episode, Sian explores how high-quality work experience can become a powerful stepping stone into apprenticeships - and the importance of inclusive, equitable access so all young people can see apprenticeships as a realistic next step.   Joined by Anna Morrison CBE , Director of Amazing Apprenticeships and  Sophie Brown , Solicitor Apprentice and Co-Chair of The Careers & Enterprise Co...

In this episode of  Let’s Make it Work , we explore how work experience has evolved – and what it needs to become if every young person is to benefit.  Joined by Bobby Seagull MBE – teacher, author and broadcaster, Nicola Hall, Director of Education at The Careers & Enterprise Company and Ian Browne, Early Careers and Skills Growth Lead at Lloyds Banking Group.   Together, the guests unpack th...

Hear from our host Sian Gresswell about what Let's make it work: The Podcast has to offer. Episode 1: Bringing modern work experience to life, drops on 14th January. Make sure to follow/subscribe to get notified when the episode is out. For more info on The Careers & Enterprise Company, visit our website.

Our first episode will launch on the 14th January - for more exciting details, follow The Careers & Enterprise Company LinkedIn