15/10/2026
🌟 Year 10 Students Making a Difference in Industry!
At Findon Technical College, learning extends well beyond the classroom!
Our Year 10 Health and Social Support students undertake weekly work experience placements, applying their learning in real workplaces, developing professional skills and learning alongside experienced staff.
The feedback from industry has been outstanding, highlighting their compassion, initiative, professionalism and genuine contributions. 💙
👏 Lily – Future Footprints
Praised for her confidence and positive engagement with children and staff.
"I learned how crucial it is to make individuals feel valued, reassured and safe. Observing the staff highlighted the power of meaningful engagement."
👏 Nahla – Warradale Kindergarten
Recognised for her confidence and inclusive approach. Her experiences have strengthened her aspiration to pursue Audiology.
"Witnessing the immense impact they have on a child's confidence and development, has further encouraged me to pursue a career in Audiology."
👏 Millie – Kidman Park Primary School
Commended for her maturity, initiative and positive impact. After helping a child improve his handwriting, Millie met his father.
"His father had made a few comments on how his handwriting was improving and how the student wouldn't stop talking about me at home."
👏 Evie – Women's and Children's Hospital School
Praised for her compassion and initiative in supporting children's learning.
"Compassion is important when working with children because it helps them feel safe, supported and understood."
💙 This is industry-connected learning in action!
Our students aren't simply observing. They're contributing, building relationships and connecting their college learning to real situations.
These experiences help students discover their strengths, explore future pathways and develop the skills and confidence to succeed in health and social support.
Thank you to our industry partners for the valuable mentoring and opportunities they provide!
