Vocalus
Work Experience Programme
Vocalus’ ‘Work Experience Programme’ is designed for job seekers, apprentices, undergraduate students, postgraduates and young professionals aged 16+ who have EU (European Union), EEA (European Economic Area) or PACs (Pre-Accession Countries) nationality and are interested in work experience relevant to their educational background, previous training and vocational skills.
Objectives
The main objective of a ‘Work Experience Programme’ is to provide participants with an international professional outlook, which builds on the knowledge they have already acquired, or are acquiring, in their own countries. In order to achieve this objective successfully, we organise intensive, specialised English language courses as part of the Work Experience Programme. Such programmes last a minimum of 4 weeks and up to 48 weeks in companies or organisations in the U.K.. In addition, social and cultural programmes provide participants with a broader knowledge of their new environment.
Participation
The minimum duration of a Work Experience Programme is 4 weeks and the maximum is 48 weeks. All participants work a maximum of eight hours a day, five days a week. However, timetables are adapted to the requirements and work patterns of companies. All participants undertake to carry out unpaid work and should bear in mind that they are engaged in ‘work experience’ and not in the position of an ordinary, contracted employee. Consequently, they will not sign a contract but an ‘agreement’, which regulates their training and conduct. Once participants have started their work experience, their companies or organisations will be contacted regularly in order to have an update on their progress. Also, Vocalus representatives will meet participants, so that any problems that might arise can be resolved. Furthermore, additional support and careers information on a UK and EU level is available at Vocalus.
An E128 form allows the (EU) participants to obtain free medical assistance in UK. Private insurance covers travel, medical issues, accidents and loss
Type of Placements
The most commonly requested areas for ‘Work Experience’ are Marketing / PR / Office Administration / Human Resources /International Trade / Logistics / Retail / Computing & Information Technology / Energy / Engineering / Shipping / Tourism. All Work Experience Programmes are located in the U.K.. Please note that all Work Experience Programmes are unpaid.
Other sectors that co-operate in Work Experience Programmes in U.K. are: automotive industry, pharmaceuticals, chemical industry, insurance, hospitality industry (hotel, catering and tourism management); travel agencies, freight forwarding, airport services, leisure industry, computer industry, graphic design, hospitals and medical practice, architecture, accounting, consulting, public sector organisations, social services and different types of associations, including international charities, chambers of commerce, educational institutions such as primary schools, secondary schools, language schools, colleges of further and higher education as well as universities and many more….
Health & Safety
Vocalus has in place a comprehensive Health & Safety Policy and Risk Assessment. We assess all Health & Safety conditions of the placements before a ‘Work Experience Programme’ commences and visit all placement providers. This ensures that participants will be engaged in safe working environments and will be covered by the employer’s liability insurance (see also Terms & Conditions).
Work Experience Programme Fees
The fee for participation in the Work Experience Programme depends on the length of the training:-
Duration
/Cost
1 month (4 weeks)
/£400
2 months (8 weeks)
/£450
3 months (12 weeks)
/£550
4 months (16 weeks)
/£600
5 - 12 months
(from 20 - 48 weeks)
/£700
*All fees must be paid in full before an application can be processed.
The Work Experience Programme fee includes the following:
- Job Descriptionof the potential placement with employers, including background information, key tasks, requirements, possible arrangements etc..
- Induction Pack containing confirmation of placement and accommodation, map of local area where placement is based, local transport and any further details / documents relevant to the Work Experience
- Monitoring of Participants on Work Experience Programmes by representatives of Vocalus as well as a final report and certification.
English Language Training as part of your Work Experience Programme
All participants have the opportunity to attend English language classes prior to their work experience. These classes run daily on the basis of 1-to-1 Homestay Tuition or small groups (maximum 6 dependent on Work Experience choice) and equip participants with the language skills necessary for their Work Experience Programme. Applicants for English language training should complete the relevant section of the Application Formand return it directly to Vocalus together with the full fees.
*(Price per person per week) / ‘Work Experience Programme’**Homestay English Language Tuition
One-to-One Tuition
Hours per week / 15 / 20 / 25
General English (with ‘Work Experience’ lexis) / £750 / £995 / £1,295
Business English (for specific ‘Work Experience’) / £850 / £1195 / £1590
Small Group Tuition (minimum 4 x participants***)
Hours per week / 15 / 20 / 25
General English (with ‘Work Experience’ lexis) / £370 / £490 / £640
Business English (for specific ‘Work Experience’) / £420 / £590 / £790
*Price includes accommodation in a private room in a Host Family with bed, breakfast and evening meal.
**Registration fee for Homestay Tuition is £50.
***Additional discount for 5 x participants or more. Please send details toVocalus for specific quotation
All English language courses are taught by highly qualified and experienced teachers specialised in teaching English language to international students.
English language courses for Work Experience Programmes (minimum of 2 weeks English language training prior to Work Experience required)
Accommodation
Registration, Accommodation, insurance, airport transfer fees etc.
REGISTRATION FEE(non-refundable)
£50
includes course book(s), placement test and induction / EXECUTIVE
HOST FAMILY ACCOMMODATION
HALF BOARD
(bed, breakfast & dinner)
£150(single)
per week
(Participants have use of private ensuitebathroom facilities) / STANDARD
HOST FAMILY ACCOMMODATION HALF BOARD
(bed, breakfastdinner)
£120 (single)
per week / AIRPORT TRANSFER FEES
£100 (Manchester)p.p.
£70 (Liverpool)p.p.
RETURN
Deposit
£250 refundable on departure / Medical and Travel Insurance
£25 per week / UK BANK TRANSFER CHARGE
£20
per transfer / ALL FEES PAYABLE IN ADVANCE (VAT included where applicable)
- You should arrive at your host family accommodation late afternoon or early evening on Sunday and leave on Saturday morning. If you arrive early or leave late in your host family, you must add £30 to your course fees for each extra night.
- Deposit is refundable and covers possible damage to fixtures and fittings
- Please note that Airport Transfers must be arranged and confirmed prior to arrival.
- On arrival please come out of Terminal to pick up point area where a Vocalus representative will be waiting for you.
- Supplement £150.00 for Christmas and New Yearholidays and Easter
- In case of Monday Bank Holidays (arrivals both at host families & Residence) needs to be on Tuesdays between 10:00 am and 12:00 or 14:00-17:00 and leave on a Tuesday by 10:00 am If you arrive early or leave late, you must add £30.00 to your course fees for each extra night
- All our Host Families are excellent, however if you wish to change the admin fee is £150 payable in advance before being moved
- No refundswill be madeforpublicholidays
Local Transport
During your stay in U.K., you are advised to obtain local travelcards called 'Trio Tickets (please bring 4 extra passport style photographs). You will be able to travel to every district in the entire region by Metro, bus and ferry at any time of the week without having to pay anything extra.
Individuals and groups are collected from regional international airports (Manchester International or Liverpool John Lennon Airport), railway stations or bus stations, by our own driver and minibus, and are taken to their preferred accommodation.