The College in the Community

We are proud of the role the College has in the Heathfield community and also of the role the community plays in supporting our young people. We are happy to profile the employers and organisations who support and collaborate to ensure that Heathfield students have the very best start possible.

Wealden Works

Wealden Works believes ‘Every Young person Deserves Success’

Sometimes leaving school can seem daunting with the added pressure of not knowing what the next step to take should be, not knowing whether to carry on with education and complete A-levels, seek an apprenticeship or traineeship or maybe just not knowing what career path is the right one. That is where Wealden Works fits in, by offering 10week courses to anyone between the ages of 16-24 who are not in Employment, Education or Training (NEET). Wealden Works enables participants to take that time to gain work experience, complete business tours, receive business networking opportunities and complete accredited work-based qualifications, but still providing the structure and routine that provides the support that is so often still needed. Wealden Works assists each individual in exploring opportunities and researching industries, completing a professional CV that showcases skills. Wealden Works aim is to find each individuals passion in order to help them build on the goals necessary for a positive future.

Working with the College

Heathfield Community College Mentoring Scheme

Wealden Works in partnership with Heathfield Community College have successfully delivered 3 years of the schools mentoring scheme to years 10/11 and were delighted in receiving wonderful feedback from Caroline Barlow, the Headteacher of HCC and the students themselves. We cannot wait to meet the next group of students and play a positive part in their future journey.

Wider Curriculum Days

Most recently Wealden Works were involved in the Year 9s employability day at the College. Running workshops on CV writing and workplace behaviour for over 240 students. We have received some fantastic feedback from the Year 9 students and their tutors.

For further information please visit www.wealdenworks.co.uk or email lcrozier@wealdenwork.co.uk