Finding Year 10 work experience can be one of the first big steps a student takes into the working world. But for many students and families, it’s also one of the hardest. Some schools don’t offer structured programmes, and not every student has a network of connections to fall back on.
If you’re unsure where to start, here are five places students can look:
- School career advisors: Most schools have staff dedicated to helping students identify opportunities.
- Family and friends: Parents’ workplaces or extended family connections can open doors.
- Local businesses: Many small businesses are happy to support young learners.
- National platforms: Sites like Speakers for Schools and FocusXR offer digital placements.
- Community organisations: Councils, libraries, and local hubs often run youth development programmes.
But what happens when all those options don’t work out?
That’s when Focus XR becomes an essential tool.
Focus XR provides students with on-demand access to real workplace environments in a wide range of sectors, including:
- Engineering
- Health and social care
- Law and policing
- Creative industries
- Construction and manufacturing
These immersive 360° video experiences, combined with career insights and assessments, give students a real sense of the world of work. They learn about job roles, key skills, and the routes into different industries.
Focus XR benefits students in rural areas with mobility issues or where face-to-face work experience is unavailable. It gives students agency and choice, even when traditional routes are closed.
For teachers and schools, every student can access high-quality experiences supporting career learning and progression. It complements PSHE and careers education, offering structured and engaging content.
Year 10 work experience doesn’t have to be a dead end if traditional options fall through. With Focus XR, students can still build confidence, gather insight, and take steps toward their future careers.
