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Work Experience Placements

National Trust Seaton Delaval Hall

Seaton Delaval Hall offers a week-long placement (Year 10 and above) providing a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience at a historic National Trust site.

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North East Museums

North East Museums runs week-long work experience placements for Year 10 and above, where students can explore careers in museums and galleries while gaining valuable, hands-on experience.

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Queen’s Hall Arts Centre

Queen’s Hall offers engaging work experience placements for Year 10 and above, typically taking place over one week in July.

This programme provides students with a valuable insight into careers in the creative and performing arts sector.

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Northumberland National Park

Northumberland National Park placements are suitable for year 10 and above.

These placements are ideal for young people interested in environmental careers, conservation, and land management.

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Novo Theatre

Novo Theatre offers a week-long work experience placement for students in Year 10 and above.
This placement provides valuable insight into the day-to-day operations of a professional theatre company.

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Alnwick Playhouse

Alnwick Playhouse offers a carousel-style work experience placement for Year 10 and above.

This is designed to give students a comprehensive insight into all areas of a busy arts venue.

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Forum Cinema, Hexham

Forum Cinema offers work experience to students age 16 and above.

This placement gives an overview of careers in cinema and the wider creative industries.

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The Vindolanda Trust

The Vindolanda Trust offers a unique work experience programme for students aged 16 or 17.

The placement offers hands-on insight into heritage, archaeology, and the Roman history of Hadrian’s Wall.

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Kielder Observatory

Kielder Observatory offers a unique evening-based work experience programme, for ages 16 and above.

The placement provides interactive experience in science communication, astronomy, and customer service.

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Resource Downloads

Information and Advice for schools, students and employers on Work Experience and Careers.

March Newsletter from NCEA Duke’s Secondary School featuring the Annual World at Work Day 2026.

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A guide for employers on creating high quality work experience programmes.

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Industry Toolkit for Discover Creative Careers Month 2025

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Downloadable guide on how to write an advert for a creative work experience placement, from Futures For All.

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A work experience information pack given to placement students attending Seaton Delaval Hall.

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Calendar

Careers and Work Experience Events across Northumberland