Work Experience Preparation & Job Readiness
This 58-page, full-colour Work Experience Preparation Workbook guides students step-by-step through everything they need to feel confident, prepared, and ready for their first work experience placement.
Designed with clear language, visual supports, and practical real-world activities, this resource helps students build independence and essential workplace skills.
It breaks down complex workplace expectations into manageable, achievable steps, making it ideal for:
Special education
Life skills programs
Transition to work
Work experience preparation classes
Students can complete activities independently, with support, or in small groups.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
This 58-page PDF workbook includes:
Understanding work experience and why it matters
Exploring work interests, strengths, skills, and personal qualities
Job matching activities to help students identify suitable placements
Researching workplaces and understanding expectations
** Preparing for work:**
transport planning
clothing and personal presentation
hygiene and personal care checklists
introductions and first impressions
During placement support:
work experience agreements
timesheets and workplace forms
real-life problem-solving scenarios (being late, feeling sick, making mistakes, new tasks)
Reflection activities and daily work experience reports
Answer key
Certificate of completion**
WHO THIS RESOURCE IS FOR
Middle school and secondary students
Special education and learning support
Students with ASD, ADHD, or additional learning needs
Life skills and transition programs
Work experience coordinators and vocational teachers
Language is clear, concrete, and scaffolded, making it accessible for students with low literacy levels.
HOW TEACHERS USE IT
Work experience preparation units
Independent student work
Small group instruction
Transition planning
Relief or low-prep lessons
One-on-one student support
This workbook can be completed over time or as a structured unit leading up to placement.
WHY TEACHERS LOVE IT
Clear, predictable structure
Real-world, practical focus
Student-friendly design
Encourages independence and confidence
Ready to print and use
Can be used as self-paced workbook
Can be used for whole-class discussions with slides
FILE FORMAT DETAILS
PDF format | 58 pages | Full colour | Student workbook
Format: PDF (designed in A4 size).