STUDENTS at Knutsford Academy’s studio school are benefitting from a new partnership from a leading north west careers advice specialist.

The studio school, which has 110 students since its opening last September, is now receiving advanced word experience programmes for its young people, thanks to MPLOY solutions.

Students aged between 14 and 18 who attend the school to attain qualifications in core academic subjects and employability skills, are now getting the chance to be matched to their ideal placement.

MPLOY solutions match the students to their placement, ensuring that both the student and the employer reap the benefits of the partnership.

Norma Guest, managing director of MPLOY Solutions, said: “This is not your average work experience, as students attend their placements all year round from age 14 and take on real responsibilities within a company.

“It is a fantastic opportunity for both the students and employers involved. Employers will gain a true asset to their workforce, whilst students will graduate from the studio school highly skilled and ready for employment.

“I would encourage any employer to consider offering work placements as part of planning for their future workforce.

“It is exciting working with The Studio@Knutsford and helping the students to develop all the skills they need to succeed.”

The studio at Knutsford Academy is one of only 35 schools of its kind in the country, providing modern education techniques in a whole range of topics including computing, design based industries, broadcast media, sports and leisure and performing arts.

Nicola Hall, head teacher at Studio@Knutsford, added: “We chose to work with MPLOY as we both share the same values of creating meaningful work experience placements that result in strong employability skills.

“The Studio is all about addressing the needs of students of all abilities, ensuring that they develop skills that translate directly into the world of work.

“Students will leave The Studio as highly employable individuals, in a job market where being ready for work has never been more important. I have no doubt that MPLOY will play a large part in ensuring the success of each and every one of our students.”

For more information on MPLOY Solutions, or to find out how you can get involved in work experience for your business, please visit: http://www.mploysolutions.co.uk