We were thrilled to be invited to speak at the UK Warehousing Association (UKWA) Conference this term, focusing on People and Purpose: Unlocking Inclusive Talent Across Your Organisation.

This event brought together industry leaders, employers, and advocates for inclusive recruitment to discuss how organisations can tap into hidden talent pools, bridge skills gaps, and build loyal, high-performing workforces.

As we wrap up another term, here is a sneak peek into what Daventry Hill School work experience programme has consisted of this term. Students have continued to settle in and make valuable contributions across a range of local placements.

At Simply, Joe and Shreya have now completed a full term and have settled in brilliantly, gaining confidence and learning key workplace skills. Meanwhile, Joe and Max continue their placement at the local food bank on Wednesdays, and Stanley and Thomas have joined on Fridays. Students are actively supporting staff to prepare food parcels for families in need, and are now at a stage where they can assemble parcels independently, demonstrating responsibility and attention to detail.

Over at Staverton Park Hotel, learners have had another busy and successful term. Students including Malachi, Ruby, Mia, Tyler, Aaron L, Aaron F, Owen, William, Shreya, Max, and Hayden have rotated across a variety of roles. Ruby and Mia continue to impress the conference team, often being mistaken for full-time staff as they expertly support events. Tyler, Owen, Aaron L, Aaron F, and William have been maintaining the golf course to ensure it stays in top condition, while Shreya, Erik, Hayden, and Max have been keeping the hotel grounds tidy and free of litter,  adding evidence for the Duke of Edinburgh volunteering award along the way. And yes, Shreya occasionally brings a little boogie to the work, keeping spirits high!

At Holbourn House, Olivia and Aleeza continue to thrive, supporting nursery activities and building strong relationships with both staff and children. Feedback from the nursery has been overwhelmingly positive, highlighting the learners’ dedication and reliability.

Students from Pathway 1 & 2 recently joined the Daventry Litter Wombles for a community litter pick. Monika and her team were thrilled with how quickly and enthusiastically the learners got involved, showing excellent teamwork and energy. 

We are also celebrating some exciting new placements secured by our learners:

• Ben and Mia had informal interviews at the Rainbows Charity Shop in Daventry town and have both successfully secured volunteering placements starting after half-term.

• Leah completed an informal interview with Born To Perform, where she will join the team in choreographing sessions ahead of the end-of-year show.

Learners from across Creating Tomorrow Trust recently had the exciting opportunity to take part in a series of engaging workshops, designed to develop confidence, communication and creativity.

We were delighted to welcome talented facilitators Nell and Dan from the National Youth Theatre, who brought with them a wealth of experience from their careers as actors and directors. Their passion, energy and expertise created an inspiring environment where learners felt encouraged to step outside their comfort zones and try something new.

Learners from Creating Tomorrow College – Kettering Campus visited the local Jobcentre recently as part of celebrating National Apprenticeship Week.

The session, hosted by the team at Kettering Jobcentre, provided learners with a valuable insight into employment support, apprenticeships and routes into work. Events like this help strengthen understanding of the support available to people of all ages to reach their full potential, reinforcing that careers education and future readiness begins long before a first job or apprenticeship.

As part of the wider national drive to support career development and skills, the Jobcentre team delivered an engaging Apprenticeship Week event, welcoming learners and sharing practical information about training pathways, workplace support and next steps as learners prepare for adulthood.

At Creating Tomorrow Trust, we believe that supporting our learners also means supporting the families around them. Families play a vital role in young people’s lives, and when they feel confident, valued and empowered, the impact can be felt across the whole community.

That’s why we are proud to offer a growing adult learning programme in both the West and North of the county, designed to support families with self-development, wellbeing and the opportunity to explore new interests and skills in a welcoming and supportive environment.

We are incredibly proud to share that one of our wonderful sites Wren Spinney School, are organising a community event designed specifically to bring families, professionals and local organisations together in a spirit of inclusion, connection and celebration.

As a trust, we are deeply passionate about giving back to the wider SEND community. We believe that the most meaningful support happens when we don’t work in isolation, but instead come together,  sharing resources, experiences and kindness to create opportunities that are accessible to everyone.

This upcoming event reflects everything Wren Spinney stands for. It is being planned with care, creativity and a strong sense of purpose, with the aim of creating a welcoming space where families feel supported, valued and included. The dedication and enthusiasm being shown by the school team is something we are incredibly proud of.