Work Experience Support

Learn safety, work safely

Tamar Safety is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of young people as they embark on work experience opportunities as part of their lifelong learning journey. 

Our team has a combined wealth of experience spanning education, careers and industry, perfectly placing us to provide comprehensive and inclusive H&S support to schools, students, families and employers whilst recognising the potential risks involved and the need for appropriate safety measures. We provide an opportunity to bridge the gap between education and the workplace, where students can explore potential career paths and develop their personal understanding of what it means to stay safe and healthy in the workplace. 

What we offer

Students

Materials to support you on your learning journey

Parents, carers and families

Access to supportive resources and guidance

Schools and Colleges

A tailored approach that works with you and your staff

Employers

Simple, hassle-free checks that reflect the nature of your work

Building strong relationships sits at the heart of our offering, with a tailored approach to support all involved with the tools and knowledge to effectively manage a student's placement. By combining our expertise in education and H&S, Tamar Safety is committed to creating a safer and more fulfilling work experience for all, equipping students with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in the workplace for their next steps and beyond.

Our due diligence checks and assessments on placements are based on a sensible, risk-based approach to ensure students are placed in safe and suitable environments. We believe in empowering students to take ownership of their safety, developing their knowledge with a personal logbook to record their experiences, challenges, and learning. Our digital portal offers additional resources, guidance, and opportunities for interaction, creating a supportive online community for students and families.

DPT - A Guide to Work Experience Health and Safety Check (5).pdf

We're in the Guide!

Tamar Safety is proud to be included in the Devon, Plymouth & Torbay Careers Hub guide Ensuring Safe Experiences.

If you've not had the chance to look at the document yet, you can scroll through the pages or open and the download the PDF in a new tab/window by clicking on the pop-out icon.

The guide also has useful information published by the HSE to support young people, employers and educational establishments when planning and co-ordinating work experience placements. 

HSE guidance on work experience can be found using the following links:

Employer guidance

Schools and colleges

Work experience organisers