Our Mission To inspire, guide and support young people in their self-development and recognise their achievements

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1 Poynton High School

2 the world s leading achievement award for young people. Our Mission To inspire, guide and support young people in their self-development and recognise their achievements

3 Your DofE Award will open doors for you Did you know that over a quarter of UK companies look for a DofE Award in applications when they recruit, above other recognition programmes? (CIPD Learning to Work survey 2015) Demonstrating your volunteering experience is also important to do when applying for your first job. In the same survey, - 67% of UK companies surveyed believed candidates with voluntary experience have more employability skills to offer than those who don t; - 82% said volunteering develops team working skills - time management and prioritisation, problem-solving, adaptability, leadership talent were also identified as key competencies young people with volunteering experience bring to the workplace.

4 DofE Skills for Work DofE is calling for more employers to recognise and value the skills and attributes DofE Award holders like you bring to the workplace. Many leading companies have already signed up to say that DofE Award holders have the skills for their business. You can view the full list and read what they have to say at

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6 Choosing activities There is a massive choice of activities to choose from. You can select practically any activity you want Activities are placed in specific sections. Choose activities you will enjoy. Activities can be something that you are already doing or something you ve always wanted to try.

7 Each section allows you to develop a vast range of skills that employers are now looking for Volunteering: Make a difference to other people s lives Physical: Feel healthier, get fit! Skill: Develop a personal interest or work on a talent Expedition: Plan for and take part in an adventure

8 Dedication and commitment Community action and raising awareness Helping people Helping others Helping a charity or community organisation Fundraising Compassion VOLUNTEERING Coaching, teaching and leadership Supporting a charity Group leadership Flexibility Community work Leadership Lead a voluntary group

9 Self esteem Healthy Effective planning Ambition Goal orientated PHYSICAL Mindful Focused Adaptable Driven

10 Artistic Open to new ideas IT skills Cookery Confidence Numeracy Enterprise SKILL Literate Caring Willing to test yourself Creativity Expanding knowledge Accepts a challenge Worldly Self assured Cultured

11 Resilience Healthy Determination Preparation Adventurous Teamwork Expedition Take Direction Fun Presentation Fit Leadership Motivational Perseverance Patience Overcomes obstacles Learns from mistakes Understanding Planning

12 Preparation & Training Practice expedition Qualifying expedition & presentation ( Assessed )

13 From a Welcome Pack...to a Welcome to the Palace

14 Choosing Timescales

15 Complete Planners Time Scale Type/category of activity Detail of activity chosen 3 months Team Sports Netball Where are you going to do it? I will be part of the school netball team What are your goals? What do you want to achieve? To learn the rules of Netball To be able to score goals / defend well Assessor s Name Assessor s Position Select your leader Mrs Smith PE Teacher

16 Mobile Site m.edofe.org Smartphones / Tablets

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18 Journey s end!

19 Bronze Expedition dates. Practice Walk: Lyme Park-Meet Nelson Pit Visitor Centre 10am-2.00pm Saturday 24 th March 2018 Practice Expedition* Peak District Friday 8 th to Saturday 9 th June 2018 depart/return school Assessed Expedition* Peak District Wednesday 18 th to Thursday 19 th July 2018 depart/arrive -school *Expedition comprises of a two day walk from Tideswell to Elton (or vice-vera) with an overnight camp in Over Haddon (Monyash). Approximately 15 kilometres per day.

20 Equipment Available to Borrow Tents Camping mats Trangia Stoves Rucksacks Waterproofs Head torches Maps and compasses

21 Personal Equipment Boots (with ankle support and broken in) Thick socks(several pairs) Walking trousers(not jeans) Layers (fleece, hoodie, base-layer or t-shirt) Waterproofs (own if possible) Hat and gloves.