Issue Number 18 | December 2022
periencing real-life working environments to develop a range of vocational - and meta-skills that will prepare them for the world of world . Some success stories include one S6 pupil performing so well during their placement that they have subsequently secured a part-time job with their work placement provider ! Sourcing work placements is provided by DYW Ayrshire who have been a great support in facilitating employer engagements – particularly during challenging times within industry and business .
Huge thanks to all our providers , and special mentions to Dundonald Castle Visitor Centre , Community Gift Exchange and Muirhead Primary School & EYC who have supported enhanced transitions for work placement and provided longer-term and flexible placement for Marr pupils . Look out for the next work placement week in January ( 30 Jan – 3 Feb ).
Positive Destinations Success Story – Eilidh McDonald
Former Marr pupil , Eilidh McDonald , a graduate of the Marr Sports Leader Academy has recently secured a role as Scottish Handball Association Development Officer . four years developing Handball across the Authority . During this time , she created
As a handball player from a young age Eilidh McDonald joins SHA with incredible amounts of passion and excitement . A recent graduate form UWS , Eilidh has worked with Active Schools South Ayrshire for over
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