News and Insights
News and Insights
News and Insights
Read our latest news, insights and case studies, or find events, local apprenticeships and job opportunities.
Meet the Board – Kerry Williamson
Background and Career Journey Kerry Williamson’s career has been a diverse journey, shaped by her passion for connecting people and creating opportunities. After completing university, Kerry embarked on an international adventure, teaching English as a ... Read More
Career Ready Internship Success
Career Ready Internship Success: Fife Council and Career Ready Collaboration This summer, Fife Council’s Economic Development team joined forces with Career Ready to deliver a transformative internship for young people, providing them with vital hands-on ... Read More
Work Inspiration Day at Kirkcaldy Leisure Centre Inspires Next Generation
Work Inspiration Day at Kirkcaldy Leisure Centre Inspires Next Generation On Thursday, 5th September, Fife Sports and Leisure Trust hosted a Work Inspiration Day at Kirkcaldy Leisure Centre, offering young people a unique opportunity to ... Read More
EATS Rosyth Collaboration with The Bridges Centre
This ongoing volunteering project was initiated to involve pupils from the Pupil Support Service – The Bridges Centre in supporting their local community. The primary objectives are: To engage pupils in community support activities. To ... Read More
SQA Qualification in Caddying at Madras College
This initiative was organised following a referral from the SQA to DYW regarding the Caddie Academy, managed by Sean Wiseman, the Caddie Manager at Kingsbarns Golf Links. Sean aimed to attract high-calibre students to work ... Read More
John Muir Award – Outdoor Education at Lochgelly High School
The John Muir Award project at Lochgelly High School was initiated to increase the skills and attendance of some of our hardest-to-reach pupils and those at risk of negative destinations post-school. Recognising that pupils were ... Read More
Engaging Youth through NPA Makeup Skills
GlamCandy, in collaboration with the Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Fife Network, approached Levenmouth Academy to engage young people who had become withdrawn from their learning experiences. Recognising the potential of this initiative, Levenmouth Academy ... Read More
Babcock STEM Games at Glenwood High School
In collaboration with Babcock, the Babcock STEM Games were organised as a full-day event to engage students in various STEM activities and challenges. Held for the second consecutive year, this event rewarded 50 S3 pupils ... Read More
Glenrothes High School Pupils Excel as Volunteers at National Schools Aquathlon Championships
On Friday, April 19th, twelve pupils from Glenrothes High School volunteered at the National Schools Aquathlon Championships held at Michael Woods Sports Centre.
Auchmuty High School’s Success in the H2 Grand Prix Pro Hydrogen Car Competition
In March 2024, Fife College approached Auchmuty High School with an exciting opportunity to participate in the H2 Grand Prix Pro hydrogen car competition.
Partner with DYW Fife: New Work Placement Portal Launched in Fife Schools
Partner with DYW Fife: New Work Placement Portal Launched in Fife Schools DYW Fife and Fife Council’s Education Directorate is thrilled to announce the launch of Workit, a new booking and recording system to Fife, ... Read More
Kirkcaldy Pupil’s First Class Degree at University of St Andrews Inspired by Local Students’ Success
Kate Matheson (21), a former student of St Andrews High School, recently graduated with a first-class degree in neuroscience from the University of St Andrews. Her journey to this prestigious achievement was fueled by the ... Read More
Meet the Board – Kirsty Martin
In this series, we introduce the board members of DYW Fife and share why they wanted to get involved with the initiative. In this edition, we introduce you to Kirsty Martin.
Empowering Young Women in Finance at Woodmill High School
Woodmill High School's Business Education Department received an invitation from Future Assets to participate in a unique competition aimed at introducing girls in Scottish schools to the world of investment management. The 10-week competition provided ... Read More
Viewforth High School’s Career Fair 2024
Viewforth High School's 2024 Career Fair was organised by DYW Coordinators Carrie Beesley and Jill MacKay. The event aimed to provide young people and their families with insights into various sectors to help inform their ... Read More
Concrete in the Classroom – Empowering Future Construction Leaders
Concrete in the Classroom (CitC) is a dynamic 2-day programme designed to introduce students to the world of concrete technology and its applications in the construction industry. The initiative, spearheaded by ExpLearn - Concrete Scotland, ... Read More
DYW Business Breakfast at St Andrew’s RC High School
St. Andrew's RC High School, as part of their strategy to engage local businesses and foster meaningful partnerships, the school organised a business breakfast on February 8th. The event aimed to showcase the school's efforts ... Read More
Empowering Social Entrepreneurs in Education
The "Dragons’ Den" competition held at the Carnegie Conference Centre in Dunfermline was a collaborative effort involving the Pupil Support Service - The Bridges Centre, Social Enterprise Schools, DYW (Developing the Young Workforce) Fife, Fife ... Read More
Career Exploration Week for S1 Pupils at Lochgelly High School
The objective of the Career Exploration Week was to provide S1 pupils with insights into various careers within History, Modern Studies, and Geography. Through a series of sessions with professionals from diverse fields, students were ... Read More
Routes Into Employment “Speed-Dating” Career Event
Glenwood High School organised the S2 Routes Into Employment event to introduce students to various career pathways and educational opportunities. Recognising the importance of engaging S2 students in career exploration and subject choices, the event ... Read More
A site Visit to Sky TV Studios
Glenrothes High School collaborated with Sky TV Studios to offer the SKY Up Experience, aimed at enhancing students' understanding of the media industry and developing their digital skills. Over two terms, 70 S1 and S2 ... Read More
Empowering Youth Through Volunteering with Fairway Fife and Dunfermline Athletic Football Club
The Volunteering Programme, initiated by Fairway Fife in collaboration with DYW Fife, aimed to provide senior pupils from Dunfermline High School with the opportunity to mentor young people with disabilities or additional support needs through ... Read More
Army Engagement Team Collaboration with Bell Baxter High School
The Army Engagement Team collaborated with pupils and teachers at Bell Baxter High School to support the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) and apprenticeship program. The goal was to engage the local community and ... Read More
Empowering Future Careers at Beath High School’s Careers Fair
The Whole School Careers Fair at Beath High School, held on Thursday 7th December, aimed to enlighten young people and their families about various career opportunities. Over 55 exhibitors from diverse sectors participated, including local ... Read More
Introducing CAD Design and 3D Printing at Auchmuty High School
The CAD design and 3D printing project at Auchmuty High School stemmed from a collaboration between the school and Fife College's Culture of Enterprise. Fife College provided teaching materials for the school's S3 Graphic Communication ... Read More
Empowering Sustainable Solutions through the Powering Futures Challenge
Madras College, in collaboration with Powering Futures, engaged a group of S5/6 pupils in the Fuel Challenge—an initiative aimed at fostering meta skills while addressing issues related to unsustainable transport.
Inspiring Future Talent in the Food, Drink & Hospitality Industry
On the 31st of January, nine young people in S2 at Levenmouth Academy visited Fife College St Brycedale Campus to participate in their Food, Drink & Hospitality Takeover event.
Celebrating Creative Careers at Balwearie High School
Project/Activity Details: Balwearie High School organised a Career Evening aimed at showcasing careers beyond the traditional STEM focus, emphasising the significance of arts and creative subjects. The event aimed to inform students and families about ... Read More
Highlighting Success: DYW Fife’s Business Breakfast and Manufacturing Showcase
DYW Fife hosted its annual Business Breakfast of 2024 on Thursday, March 14th, at the Dean Park Hotel in Kirkcaldy, followed by a Manufacturing and Engineering Showcase.
The Success of KSLA in Youth Sports and Leisure Development
Nicola Masterson, QIO DYW Fife, and Darren Wilson, Senior Wider Achievement Coordinator DYW Fife, attended the Youth Sport Trust Conference 2024 in Telford, Birmingham. The Kirkcaldy Sport and Leisure Alliance (KSLA) received the Outstanding Contribution ... Read More
Meet the Board – Jessica McQueen
Jessica's involvement with DYW Fife stemmed from her role at NHS Fife, with the aim of engaging young people.
FiFab Staff Spotlight – Amy Stewart
Meet Amy Stewart, a remarkable individual at the heart of Fifab's commitment to excellence, especially as we celebrate Scottish Apprenticeship Week. As part of their ongoing collaboration with DYW Fife, one of our esteemed partner ... Read More
Meet Samantha Dick, Business Engagement Executive for Fife Chamber of Commerce & DYW Fife.
As our Business Engagement Executive, Samantha is dedicated to bridging connections and facilitating collaboration between local businesses and DYW Fife.
Fife Apprenticeship Event | Carnegie Conference Centre | 5th March
This year’s Scottish Apprenticeship Week will run from 4-8 March, and to tie in with this, there will be an apprenticeship-themed event.
Fife College Open Days 2024
Fife College are hosting a series of Open Days at the end of March! What's Involeved? There will be demonstrations, taster sessions, tours of our facilities… and much, much more! Find out all about the ... Read More
DYW Business Breakfast | Manufacturing and Engineering Showcase
Thursday 14th March 2024 Business Breakfast - 9:00-10:30am Manufacturing and Engineering Showcase – 11:00am – 2:15pm Dean Park Hotel, Kirkcaldy KY2 6HF DYW Fife will host its first Business Breakfast of 2024 on Thursday 14th March from ... Read More
Sky Up Academy Visit at Levenmouth Academy
On the 9th of November, a group of 32 S2 Drama students from Levenmouth Academy embarked on an enriching visit to the Sky Up Academy in Livingston. This immersive learning experience provided students with a ... Read More
Glenwood High School Careers Fair 2023
Building on the success of the previous year's Careers Fair, Glenwood High School organised a second edition to provide senior pupils (S4-S6) with valuable insights into diverse career paths and job opportunities. The event aimed ... Read More
Babcock Mock Assessment Day at Glenrothes High School
Over the past twelve months, Babcock has actively engaged with Glenrothes High School by delivering STEM-related activities, career talks, participating in career fairs, and hosting site visits. To enhance students' understanding of the interview process ... Read More
A Transformative Site Visit with Michael Laird Architects at Dunfermline High School
Michael Laird Architects initiated contact with Dunfermline High School, expressing interest in engaging with students pursuing careers in architecture. The goal was to provide students with insights into the architectural profession, potential career paths, and ... Read More
Fife Building Services Apprenticeship Engagement at Bell Baxter High School
Fife Building Services, in collaboration with Bell Baxter High School, is actively supporting the apprenticeship programme to connect with the local community and showcase opportunities within Fife Building Services. The school has strategically incorporated visits ... Read More
Army Youth Challenge at Beath High School
In collaboration with the British Army and through the Army Youth Challenge, Beath High School orchestrated a captivating engagement for 15 students keen on pursuing careers in the armed forces or STEM fields. The event ... Read More
CSI Balwearie Practical Workshop with Fife College
The CSI Balwearie Practical Workshop, a collaboration between Balwearie High School and Fife College, emerged as an initiative driven by the PTC Social Subjects at Balwearie High School. The goal was to provide pupils in the new S2 CSI: Balwearie elective classes with hands-on experience in crime scene investigation.
Auchmuty High School’s CAD Insight Day at ITW Construction Products
The success of this event has sparked the hope for an annual visit to ITW Construction Products. This recurring initiative aims to continually highlight the seamless transition of skills learned in the classroom to their practical application in a professional working environment.
Meet Our board – Sarah Raeburn
DYW Fife's role is to prepare young people for the world of work. A key challenge, as I've observed since joining the board, is employer engagement. Bridging the gap between educators, employers, and parents is crucial for preparing youngsters for the workplace.
Empowering Youth through the Sporting Change Project
Viewforth High School, in collaboration with Raith Rovers Community Foundation, initiated the Sporting Change Project, engaging 15 S2/S3 young people.
Exploring careers in Medicine at St Columbas High School
Working in partnership with Scottish Charity, You Can Be A Doctor, St Columbas High School organised a range of interactive events designed to generate interest in careers within the healthcare industry.
Empowering Barista Students through Collaboration with The Fix Coffee Shop
The collaboration between The Fix and the school began with discussions to understand how the coffee shop could support Barista students and what insights they could share about running a successful business.
Pupils at Queen Anne High School enjoy a visit from Dundee Science Centre
As part of QAHS's Developing our Young Workforce agenda we have introduced a number of themed days for S3 pupils. We recently had the pleasure of welcoming Dundee Science Centre to our Science department, delivering workshops about Space and employability skills to over 70 of our young people.
Pupils experience life in the fast lane at Knockhill Racing Circuit
Pupil Support Service (PSS) had some senior pupils interested in mechanics, so they asked Knockhill Racing Circuit if it would be possible to come for a workplace visit.
Career event at Madras College gives insight into Future pathways
The Madras Senior Phase Careers and Pathways Evening is an annual event for pupils and their parents to attend. There were over 200 attendees this year all looking for information on the options open to young people during the senior phase at school and beyond.
Levenmouth Academy Pupils Gain Zoology Experience
Senior pupils with an interest in animal care were given the opportunity to attend the Royal Society of Scotland’s Summer School.
Glenwood High School pupils gain insight into STEM Careers
Glenwood High School had the opportunity to learn more about opportunities in STEM Careers through the education roadshow, hosted by BAE Systems.
Exploring Textile Careers with Todd & Duncan
Exploring Textile Careers with Todd & Duncan Organised by DYW Fife and Tay Cities, the event brought together Todd & Duncan, a renowned player in the textile industry, and young people interested in exploring career ... Read More
Exploring Careers with Quaker Oats
Exploring Careers with Quaker Oats Kilmaron School's senior pupils embarked on a unique culinary journey this term, creating various recipes using oats. With the only Quaker Oats factory in the UK just around the corner, ... Read More
Empowering Bell Baxter High School Through Race to Zero Campaign
Empowering Bell Baxter High School Through Race to Zero Campaign The Culture of Enterprise partnered with Bell Baxter High School to collaborate with pupils and teachers in supporting the Global Goals group. The primary goal ... Read More
High School pupils get hands on hair and beauty experience with Lime Salon
Fife High School pupils get hands on hair and beauty experience with Lime Salon Three schools have been working with local business, Lime Salon to offer young people from the area the chance to achieve ... Read More
Inspiring Future Tradespeople
Inspiring Future Tradespeople Through Mark Wallace’s Workshop Mark Wallace, a former pupil of Balwearie High School, left in 2003 to pursue an apprenticeship in stone masonry. After gaining experience and specializing in memorial work, he ... Read More
Trade Apprenticeships Prove Successful At Auchmuty High School
Trade Apprenticeships Prove Successful At Auchmuty High School Following on from the Fife Council Building Services apprenticeship awareness events that were delivered by Neil McGregor, head of apprenticeships, to a number of schools across Fife ... Read More
Meet Our Board – Lisa Bray
In this series, we introduce the board members of DYW Fife and share why they wanted to get involved with the initiative. In this edition, we introduce you to Lisa Bray. Tell us about you, ... Read More
Partner Spotlight: Fife College
Fife College Partner Spotlight DYW Fife work closely with the Fife community and local organisations to form key partnerships to support young people in Fife. To celebrate our partners we will be showcasing a ‘Partner ... Read More
RAF Mighty Minds Workshop
RAF Mighty Minds Workshop On Wednesday 12th June Beath High School hosted the RAF Mighty Minds Workshop as part of the Fife STEM Festival. This was run in conjunction with Hyett Education and The Royal ... Read More
Fife Council Building Services Showcase Apprenticeship Pathways
Eight pupils from Glenrothes High School attended the Fife Council Building Services Apprenticeship event on 19th June 2023.
Emergency Services Lead Workshops at Queen Anne High School
Pupils from Queen Anne High School were given the opportunity to learn from a range of emergency service organisations, including Police Scotland, Fire Service Scotland, NHS, British Army and the Crown Office.
Partner Spotlight: Career Ready
Career Ready Partner Spotlight DYW Fife work closely with the Fife community and local organisations to form key partnerships to support young people in Fife. To celebrate our partners we will be showcasing a ‘Partner ... Read More
St Columbus Compete in Scottish Schools’ Hydrogen Challenge
St Columbus Compete in Scottish Schools' Hydrogen Challenge St Columbus pupils were recently invited alongside several other Scottish schools to participate in the Scottish Schools' Hydrogen Challenge as part of a wider initiative to educate ... Read More
Stylist to the Stars
Inverkeithing's Stylists to the Stars Inverkeithing High School has completed it's first year of a Pre- Apprenticeship Hairdressing Course in partnership with Lime Salon. John Bailie (salon owner) has been working with three High Schools ... Read More
Let’s Fly Away: Inverkeithing High School
Let's Fly Away: Inverkeithing High School Visit Edinburgh Airport Pupils in the Supported Learning Provision at Inverkeithing High School had a very exciting visit to Edinburgh Airport to learn about all the different careers and ... Read More
Skills Demonstration at the Scottish Parliament
Skills Demonstration at the Scottish Parliament Inverkeithing High School was kindly invited along to the Scottish Parliament Gardens on Wednesday 17th May to take part in a Trades Skills Demonstration. The invite came following a ... Read More
Design & Manufacturing Insights for Kilmaron Pupils
Design & Manufacturing Insights for Kilmaron Pupils As part of the DYW Special School Project in Fife the pupils at Kilmaron School have been exploring the Design & Manufacturing industry. This project has been a ... Read More
Opening Opportunities in the Beauty and Hair Sector
On 14th February 2023, the Royal Navy visited S2 pupils at Balwearie High School to deliver a STEM workshop.
STEM Workshop Compliments of the Royal Navy
On 14th February 2023, the Royal Navy visited S2 pupils at Balwearie High School to deliver a STEM workshop.
Discover You Workshop Builds Confidence for St Columbus Students
Students from St Columbus recently attended two, two-hour workshop with David Weir from Discover You to help support them to improve their self-confidence both in a professional and personal environment.
Dunfermline Athletic Football Club Support Fife PSS
After seeing a post on Dunfermline Athletic Football Clubs (DAFC) website about the wider career opportunities in the world of football, Fife Pupil Support Service reached out to learn more.
BAM Opens Construction Door to Woodmill Pupils
BAM Construct UK and Woodmill High School continue partnership to deliver another ‘Intro to Construction’ programme aimed at pupils who had expressed an interest in the construction industry.
Lochgelly High Seniors Support Primary School Literacy
P7 pupils at Lochgelly West Primary School are currently taking part in a joint “Core Skills Transition Project” to equip them with an understanding of the employability skills that are embedded within lessons at Lochgelly High School.
Pupils Mesmerised by Sports Journalism
S3 pupils at Glentrohes High School were recently joined by BBC Sports Journalist James Christie who shared his journey from school to university and how this led him into his current profession and dream job.
Glenrothes Pupils Enjoy Employability Programme
Glenrothes High School pupils recently participated in the Handpicked for Schools employability programme, to learn a range of workplace skills and how these can be practically applied when looking for work.
Bringing CAD to Live with Auchmtuy High School
At the beginning of 2023, Mr O’Brien in the CDT department at Auchmuty High School launched a ‘Sign Design Competition’ for the S4 Graphic Communication pupils.
Leviton broaden support for Fife’s young people
In late 2022, Leviton Network Solutions reached out to DYW Fife to discuss ways we could work together and provide additional workplace support for young people in Fife.
Glenwood High School Hosts Career Fayre
DYW School Coordinator’s at Glenwood High School recently organised a senior ‘Career Fayre’ to help pupils who are nearing transition from school to make informed decisions about their chosen pathways.
Alumni Inspires Kirkcaldy Students
Kirkcaldy High School (KHS) alumni Adam Campbell returned to the school to give a talk to around 40 Computing Science and Games Development seniors.
S2 Pupils Roll Up Their Sleeves for Hospitality Take Over Event
Some of Fife’s finest food suppliers, including Buffalo Farm and Balgove Larder, gave their time and expertise for free at Fife College’s recent Food, Drink and Hospitality Takeover Event, targeting S2 pupils from High Schools all over Fife.
Three-day virtual work experience with BAM Construction
Four young people from Bell Baxter High School recently attended the BAM Construction virtual work experience. They gained an insight into the multifaceted industry of construction. Understanding design, engineering, marketing & communication and all the behind scenes elements it takes to create a successful business.
STEM Engagement at Woodmill
The Royal Navy STEM Outreach team recently attended Woodmill High School to help the school to increase awareness of STEM applications within a number of settings, give young people hands-on experience using different kit and consider their applications within a Submarine.
Waid Academy’s Annual Christmas Fair Returns
For the first time since Covid, Waid Academy recently held its Christmas Fair and Coffee Morning.
Future Asset competition
From September to December 2022, five S3 students from Viewforth High School competed in the Future Asset competition.
St Columba’s Career and Pathway Event
St Columba’s High School held a career and pathway event with attendance from employers including an array of businesses across Fife.
Career Insights for St Andrews HS Pupils
St Andrews High School was lucky to be the only school in Fife offered the opportunity to have the Depute Director from the Bank of England come to the school to deliver career talks.
Budding Painters & Decorators at the Trades Hub
The DYW sessions in the five Special Schools in Fife continue to thrive with young people exploring and taking part in a wide range of activities, careers and opportunities.
TechnipFMC Site Visit
A group of Queen Anne High School’s S2 pupils along with some of its S5 STEM leaders visited TechnipFMC in Dunfermline. TechnipFMC is a worldwide organisation who are global leaders in energy technologies.
Site Visit to Victoria Hospital’s Elective Orthopaedic Centre
On Tuesday 6 December 2022, 12 of Queen Anne High School’s S4 Practical Trade Skills students went on an excursion to the Victoria Hospital in Kirkcaldy.
Armed Forces Career Workshops
At the beginning of December a group of pupils from three DYW Public Support Service (PSS) centres in Fife enjoyed a visit from the British Army in Glenrothes. The team from the Armed Forces Career Office came to talk through the different roles available within the army and gave an insight into army life and their own personal journeys.
Discover Your…
Pupils at Madras College recently attended a career workshop with a twist, spending the day on a journey of self-discovery to learn more about how their personality fits in different professional environments.
Engineering Pathways with GMM Pfaudler
Jake is one of our leading pupils in the Department of Design, Engineering and Technology (DET) and was the winner of the GMM Pfaudler Sponsored Engineering Award in June 2022.
Apprenticeship Skills workshop
Eight pupils from S4-S6 at Inverkeithing High School visited Fife Council Building Services in Kirkcaldy to learn about how to apply for Apprenticeships.
Speed-Dating: From School to STEM
Local employers were welcomed into Dunfermline High School to take part in a speed-dating style activity where small groups of S2 pupils moved between tables of different employers, learning what each employer's company does and what they are looking for in new recruits.
The Power of Language
Former Balwearie High School pupil, Ryan McCue, joined S3 pupils to discuss the power of language in business and how it's helped him found his export company Food Export International.
New Appointment to the DYW Fife Board
Melanie Watt has been appointed to the Developing the Young Workforce Fife board, further enhancing the expertise of the leadership team.
Creative Careers Week 2022
Following 2021’s successful pilot programme, Developing the Young Workforce (DYW), Creative & Cultural Skills (CCSkills), and Historic Environment Scotland (HES) will be shining a spotlight on careers in the creative and cultural industries in Creative Careers Week 2022.
Career & Pathway Events
Schools in Fife have a number of Career and Pathways events scheduled over the coming months and are looking for local employers, apprenticeship/training providers, colleges, universities and third sector organisations to support.
Mentoring Young People – Employer Information Session
Mentoring a young person can not only have a life-changing impact for the individual but is also an invaluable way for young people to develop the skills, confidence and aspirations they need for their future success.
Guided Start in Construction Skills
The Community Trade Hub in Buckhaven collaborated with Waid Academy and offered a small group of Waid Academy pupils the chance to take part in their Guided Start programme in Construction Skills.
Careers in Languages for St Andrews HS Pupils
The languages department at St Andrews High School has been keen to work with businesses to encourage pupils into a career where languages are essential, so when the event came up via Speakers for Schools on LinkedIn, it was the perfect opportunity.
Social Enterprise at Madras College
Social Enterprise Academy came into Madras College to speak to senior pupils about what they do. The intention was that interested pupils would learn what a social enterprise is and consider starting up one themselves. It was attended by over 60 S5 and S6 pupils over two sessions.
Building Futures at Inverkeithing HS
Inverkeithing High School recently had 120 pupils across S2 and S3 take part in a traditional trades skills day.
Deer Centre Work Experience
Four pupils from Glenrothes High school are currently undertaking work experience at the Scottish Deer Centre in Cupar, Fife.
Dunfermline HS Careers Fayre
Dunfermline High School hosted a Careers Fayre with over 60 employers and organisations attending. Representatives from each organisation had their own stand.
STEM Careers Evening at Balwearie HS
Balwearie High School held a STEM Careers Evening on Thursday 15 September. There was a fantastic turn out for the event, with around 180 young people, parents and carers present from various year groups.
National DYW Skills Academy Pilot
The DYW Skills Academy provides young people with the insight, knowledge, and skills they need to build their confidence and prepare for the world of work.
Cake, Coffee and Careers
On 16th June, DYW Fife hosted its Cake, Coffee and Careers session at Dunfermline Athletic Football Club.
Semefab Work Experience
Three of Glenrothes’ young people are currently undertaking summer work experience placements at Semefab.
Freshly ground coffee skills for Auchmuty pupils
Six of Auchmuty High School’s young people recently got the opportunity to gain some employability skills through professional Barista training and a week-long work placement in a local coffee shop.
STEM Futures at Napier University
On 8th May twenty-five S3 students from Viewforth High School visited Napier University Schools of Engineering and Computing in Edinburgh to participate in Science and Technology based workshops.
Removing barriers to gain successful work experience
Michael Phimister is a student at Rosslyn School in Kirkcaldy and since August 2021 he has been participating in an employment project specifically designed for young people with complex additional support needs. Michael has been successfully learning about different careers and developing his employability skills during weekly sessions.
Madras Leadership Development
Madras Leadership Development The Centre for Educational Enhancement and Development (CEED) provided a leadership event at Madras college which was attended by 100 of our S6 pupils as part of a transition day. The aims ... Read More
Promoting STEM careers at Lochgelly High School
Promoting STEM careers at Lochgelly High School 120 of Lochgelly High School’s young people recently took part in the Fife STEM Connectability Festival which focused on promoting STEM as a career choice for our young ... Read More
Gaining Valuable Work Experience
Gaining Valuable Work Experience At Kirkcaldy High School, our Pupil Support Officer got in touch with a local Salvation Army charity shop to see if one of our pupils who was becoming disengaged with school ... Read More
Westrigg Windfarm Project
A new pilot programme, funded by Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Fife and the Interreg RIGHT project, and supported by Fife Council Employability Service and Culture of Enterprise, has been launched enabling 60 pupils from four of Fife’s high schools to gain an introduction into the construction sector.
Reimagining Inverkeithing
12 of Inverkeithing High School’s S3 pupils recently took part in the Reimagining Inverkeithing Project in partnership with Emma Griffiths from Fife Historic Buildings Trust.
Architect Work Experience
S6 pupil Marika Urbanksa at Dunfermline High School is currently working on building a portfolio for Art School acceptance into Architecture.
Linking the worlds of school and work with Balwearie pupils
Linking the worlds of school and work with Balwearie pupils A group of six S3 pupils at Balwearie High School recently had a visit from Allan Ferguson Bespoke Carpentry and Joinery. Allan is a key ... Read More
Case Study: F.I.F.E Fife Industry Facilitates Educators
F.I.F.E Fife Industry Facilitates Educators Businesses from across Fife and beyond hosted secondary school teachers recently as part of F.I.F.E - Fife Industry Facilitates Educators. The initiative was developed in recognition that educators are one ... Read More
Case Study: Volunteering Opportunities for Hyndhead Pupils
Three of the young people at Hyndhead are approaching the end of their time at school and the project has been providing opportunities to volunteer and gain valuable experience.
Case Study: LET’S Go Fife
During the month of May, DYW Fife delivered a bespoke LET’S Go Fife (Leavers Employability Transitions Sessions) programme in partnership with employers and stakeholders to young people across seven of the Fife schools.
Made in Fife is back for 2022
Made in Fife is back for 2022 Following the success of the first Made in Fife campaign last year, Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Fife are once again on the lookout for volunteers and nominations ... Read More
Case Study: Author Visit at Queen Anne High School
Author Visit Funding from the Scottish Book Trust's Live Literature Programme enabled Queen Anne High School to invite author Chris Brookmyre to the school to speak to Advanced Higher English pupils. To obtain the funding, ... Read More
Case Study: Building Survey at Queen Anne High School
Aspiring Archaeologists Volunteers from Queen Anne High School were invited to join Northlight Heritage to carry out a standing building survey of the Friary in Inverkeithing. The detailed survey would uncover many tantalising clues to ... Read More
Case Study: Army Apprenticeships at Madras College
Army Apprenticeships Sgt Derek Vaughan, an Armed Forces Career Advisor recently visited Madras College to share information on the range of apprenticeships available through the Army. The session was attended by a total of 20 ... Read More
Case Study: Thirst Craft at Dunfermline High School
Getting Crafty with Dunfermline High School Kirsty Struthers, a graphic designer, and Thirst Craft, a drinks packaging design company in Glasgow, recently briefed our S3 art and design pupils with a live graphic design project. ... Read More
Case Study: Future Assets at Dunfermline High School
Future Assets Investment Competition Six of Dunfermline High School’s S6 pupils recently took part in the Future Assets Investment Competition run by Future Asset and supported by Rathbone Investment Management Limited. The competition focuses on ... Read More
Case Study: Bread Baking at Auchmuty High School
Auchmuty Bakers The Home Economics department at Auchmuty High School deliver a NPA bakery and one of the units within this course is breadmaking. The students must produce certain bread Items that would be sellable, ... Read More
Case Study: Foundation Apprenticeships in Hospitality at Waid Academy
Working with Fife College, Waid Academy currently has five pupils studying a Level 4 Practical Cookery Foundation Apprenticeship (FA). This course enables those with a real talent and passion for cooking to learn the practical, ... Read More
Case Study: Engineering Insights for International Women’s Day 2022
On Tuesday 8th March 2022, 15 female pupils from Beath High School travelled to Babcock (Rosyth) to take part in an Insight Day visit as a showcase for International Women's Day. The pupils were treated ... Read More
Case Study: The learner journey, from college to cafe
The East Neuk coastal villages surrounding Waid Academy are a haven for tourists and foodies, with our local produce world renowned. The many cafés, hotels and restaurants in the area rely heavily on school pupils ... Read More
Case Study: Engineering Success with WES at Balwearie High School
Women’s Engineering Society (WES) hosted a virtual apprentice showcase event at Balwearie High School where they featured panels of current engineering apprentices from some of the biggest and best-known companies in the UK, including BAE ... Read More
Case Study: ‘Best of You’ mentoring for seven Beath High School pupils
Case Study: ‘Best of You’ mentoring for seven Beath High School pupils Mark Brown from MB Programmes recently attended Beath High School in December 2021 to deliver a series of workshops, talks, group challenges and ... Read More
Case Study: Engineering careers at TechnipFMC
TechnipFMC in Fife has long been a supporter of DYW Fife, and with links to various local schools, it has a long track record of delivering successful activities for pupils.
Apprenticeships Work: Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2022
Developing the Young Workforce in Fife is proudly supporting Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2022 (7 - 11 March) to demonstrate the value apprenticeships bring to young people, teams, employers and the economy. The theme of this ... Read More
Case Study: Fife PSS builds construction skills
A recent collaboration between The Community Trade Hub and Fife PSS, which supports some of the most vulnerable young people in Fife.
Visit Scotland and SDS: Pathways into Tourism
We sat down with DYW Board Member and Senior Tourism Insight Manager at Visit Scotland, Chris Greenwood, and Lawrence Durden, Tourism Industry Manager at Skills Development Scotland, to discuss careers for young people in the tourism sector and why this is important for the future of Fife.
Case Study: Balwearie pupils inspired by local filmmaker Lib Penman
Independent filmmaker, and Balwearie High School alumni, Lib Penman came to give a talk to pupils at Balwearie High School in Fife as part of its DYW activities.
Case Study: Madras College and Entrepreneur Me
S1 Madras College pupils took on a series of activities to build their entrepreneurial skills with Entrepreneur Me
DDI: Digital Industry Partners for schools and Internet of Things
DYW Fife are working in collaboration with the Data Driven Innovation (DDI) team at the University of Edinburgh to support the rollout of the Internet of Things Sensor Networks.
DYW (Fife): Special Schools Pilot Project
Developing the Young Workforce (Fife) has created a unique pilot project to help explore the world of work with young people who have additional support needs and disabilities.
Case Study: Auchmuty High School and Lucky Ewe
Auchmuty High School pupils take on placements at Lucky Ewe, aiming to build skills, confidence and experience, and help them progress towards employment.
Beath High School take part in M&G Skills for Life programme
Students develop valuable employability skills and use the brand-new Skills for Life digital employability platform
Career Ready Case Studies: Rachel and Carrie
Carrie Lindsay of Fife Council tells her Career Ready story along with her mentee, Rachel Crouthers.
Career Ready Case Studies: Simon and Ruby
Simon Warren of Fife Council tells his Career Ready story along with his mentee, Ruby Barker.
Case Study: Woodmill High School
Case Study: Woodmill High School Despite having had more setbacks than most schools in a disruptive time for education across the UK, Woodmill High School has maintained its commitment to supporting its young people ... Read More
Trio of appointments to the DYW Fife Board bolsters the experience of the leadership team in Fife
We're pleased to announce a trio of appointments to our Board - Karen Lees, Andrew Latto and Gordon Reid.
Keith Partridge inspires Fife’s young people to achieve their dreams
Young people from across Fife were inspired and given an insight into learning, life and work, when Emmy-Award-Winning Cinematographer, Keith Partridge, 'popped' into their classrooms recently.
Creating opportunities for employers in the construction sector: Fife Historic Building Trust
Fife Historic Building Trust (FHBT) is delivering the Inverkeithing Heritage Regeneration project and offering employers two private sector modern apprenticeships in traditional skills can be funded at up to 50% in year one.
A brand new partnership to further strengthen links between business and education
We are delighted to share news of a new partnership between Fife Chamber, DYW Fife and Fife Council through the appointment of Amanda Liddell
Case Study: In The Footsteps of Kings
DYW Fife aims to promote programmes and projects that produce beneficial outcomes such as enhanced employability through skills development for young people and school leavers and businesses can tap into a wider range of recruitment ... Read More
An open letter to Scotland’s young people
An open letter to Scotland's young people: From Scotland's employers about their results #CommitmentToYOUth
Unlock the potential of your workforce: Graduate Apprenticeships from Heriot Watt University
Unlock the potential of your workforce: Find out about Graduate Apprenticeships from Heriot Watt University
Fife College: Building careers in construction
Fife College highlights the diverse roles and opportunities for young people in the construction industry
Fife College: Pushing to fill skills gap in digital sector
Fife College is encouraging those looking for a new start to consider a career in the digital sector to fill the current skills gap in this area.
DYW (Fife) releases new business insights films for Fife schools
DYW (Fife) is delighted to share a new suite of business insights films which highlight the opportunities for young people in a variety of businesses from Fife - Watch them now!
Made in Fife: DYW Fife launches campaign to recognise and celebrate diverse careers successes in Fife
Made In Fife | We're looking for volunteers (and nominations) to take part in a new regional campaign which showcases and celebrates successful careers and people from across Fife.
DYW Fife Employer Showcase: BAM Construction
Developing the Young Workforce works with employers like BAM Construction to create opportunities for young people in Fife.
Business Backing Talent: Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2021
Developing the Young Workforce in Fife is supporting Scottish Apprenticeship Week 2021 (1 – 5 March), co-ordinated by Skills Development Scotland, to demonstrate the value apprenticeships bring to individuals, employers and the economy. The DYW ... Read More
Case Study: Levenmouth Academy
As with many other secondary schools in Fife, Levenmouth Academy has developed a robust network of local businesses, partners and other agencies throughout its engagement with the Developing the Young Workforce programme in Fife. ... Read More
DYW Fife Employer Showcase: Diageo
Developing the Young Workforce works with employers like Diageo to create opportunities for young people in Fife.
New Year First Career
DYW Scotland have developed a range of sector specific virtual resources for S1s, S2s and S3s nationwide!
Fife pupil wins Cash For Kids competition in support of Mission Christmas with Tay FM
A creative S1 student at Bell Baxter High School has been announced as the winner of a competition to support the 'Mission Christmas’ Fundraising appeal from Cash For Kids.
DYW Live 2021
Location: Online Dates: Jan - March 2021 Welcome to DYW Live. e-Sgoil and Education Scotland have teamed up to work with a wide range of national partner organisations to create an exciting virtual learning ... Read More
Fife College New Start: Skills Boost and Accelerator Courses 2021
Location: Fife College Dates: Feb 2021 NEW SUITE OF COURSES LAUNCHED TO START 2021 ON A NEW PATH Fife College has launched a range of new courses to help individuals who have been impacted ... Read More
Heriot Watt: Built Environment Graduate Apprenticeships
Location: Online (link to register below) Dates: 5 November from 2 - 3pm Heriot Watt University is now offering January start dates for our Construction and the Built Environment Graduate Apprenticeships programme. We're now ... Read More
Heriot Watt: Data Science Graduate Apprenticeships
Location: Online (link to register below) Dates: 4 November from 1 - 2pm Heriot Watt University is now offering January start dates for our Data Science Graduate Apprenticeships programme. This webinar is an ideal ... Read More
Heriot Watt: Civil Engineering Graduate Apprenticeships
Location: Online (link to register below) Dates: 3 November Heriot Watt University is now offering January start dates for its Civil Engineering Graduate Apprenticeships programme. This webinar is an ideal opportunity to hear about ... Read More
Amey Inspire
Amey Inspire: Chat and Learn (Age group 14-18) Looking for ideas and opportunities to help kickstart your career? Amey want to help inspire the next generation of young people. Their ‘Chat and Learn’ gives ... Read More
Techfest 2020
Location: Online Dates: 5 - 25 November TechFest is an innovative charity which consistently provides quality STEM events and with over 35 years experience in promoting STEM subjects... and is delighted to bring you ... Read More
DYW: A job for everybody
#Ajobforeverybody From Monday 16th November 2020 we are very excited to officially launch DYW's #ajobforeverybody campaign! Aimed at employers, parents and young people, #ajobforeverybody intends to promote, illustrate and celebrate diversity and inclusion in ... Read More
Fife College: Former Foundation Apprentices awarded scholarships
Four Fife College students awarded a Foundation Apprenticeship Advancement Scholarship by the College’s Scholarship Programme, the Adam Smith Foundation.
Case Study: Balwearie High School
Through Developing the Young Workforce (Fife) and partnerships with local businesses, colleges and bodies, the team at Balwearie High School (BHS) coordinates and facilitates positive career destinations and contextualised learning opportunities to support pupils ... Read More
In The Footsteps of Kings project: Foundation Apprenticeship opportunity
This Foundation Apprenticeship in Business Skills will give candidates the opportunity to gain valuable business skills to aid them on their career journey. Candidates will learn about the different types of business, and the ... Read More
Young Scot: Young People’s Guarantee Workshop Jam
Location: Online Date: Saturday 3rd October 2020 Title: Young People's Guarantee Workshop Jam #YSHive is working with The Scottish Government to run this one day digital jam event for young people to influence the Young ... Read More
The new digital home for DYW Fife
Developing the Young Workforce has created a new digital home for DYW in Fife with the launch of a new website.
4toFortune
4 pupils, £4.00 and 4 weeks 4toFortune is a programme which is delivered by Fife Council's Economic Development team for school pupils of all ages and has been designed to allow it to be ... Read More
Workplace Equality Fund Learning Festival
Location: Online Date: 22 and 23 September 2020 Title: Workplace Equality Fund Learning Festival Impact Funding Partners is pleased to announce our 2020 Workplace Equality Fund Learning Festival will take place from Tuesday 22nd ... Read More
13 Foundation Apprentices honoured during virtual award ceremony
Thirteen Foundation Apprentices have been honoured at a Developing the Young Workforce (DYW) Fife Foundation Apprenticeship Virtual Award Ceremony this week (8 September). Delivered in partnership with Fife College, Fife Council and Skills Development ... Read More
Social Enterprise Academy: Peer Support Events
Location: Online Date: Multiple Dates and topics available Title: Peer support for Education Practitioners Share, explore and develop social enterprise activity in schools within the current climate. Join our group session supported by one ... Read More
Delivering the Youth Guarantee
The Youth Guarantee: Giving every young person the chance to succeed. The Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Fiona Hyslop MSP, has announced further details on how the Youth Guarantee will give young people the ... Read More
Enable Scotland: The Co-operative (ad)Venture Project
Enable Scotland: The Co-operative (ad)Venture Project The Co-operative (ad)Venture Project is returning to Fife. However, this time, it wont be town specific like in previous cohorts. We are opening the project up to a ... Read More
The new Pathways web app
The New Pathways Web App allows students and school leavers to look up education options in one place. A new Web App that allows students and school leavers to look up further and higher ... Read More
DYW End-of-Day Blether Events
Location: Online Date: Multiple Dates and topics available Title: DYW End of Day Blethers Education Scotland are holding a series of themed blethers (available to book on the EventBrite website), which aim to create ... Read More
DYW (Fife) launches a new employability app for young people
Developing the Young Workforce in Fife (DYW Fife) is delighted to launch its new app to help young people to dive into the world of work, from wherever they are. Delivering as part of ... Read More
DYW Keyworker Campaign: Barry Smith
Graduate Mechanical Engineer and key worker, Barry Smith, is part of the Liquid Gas Equipment (LGE) mechanical team at Babcock’s Rosyth site. Originally from Crieff, the 33-year-old’s initial career was in the construction industry ... Read More
DYW Keyworker Campaign: Gordon Reid
Gordon Reid is the Business Development Manager at Re-Employ Fife. Based in Lochgelly, Re-Employ focus on providing employment opportunities to unemployed disabled people. This inclusive approach by Gordon and his team offers support while ... Read More
DYW Keyworker Campaign: Lori Davidson
Lori Davidson is a Childminder based in the town of Leslie, Fife. Having worked in Childcare for over 10 years, Lori began her career in a private nursery where she completed her SVQ 3 ... Read More
DYW Keyworker Campaign: Patrick O’Sullivan
For the past nine years Patrick has worked within the engineering sector as a CNC Setter/Operator and Training Instructor with Glenrothes based manufacturer of precision metal work Fife Fabrication (FiFab). His initial attraction to ... Read More
DYW Keyworker Campaign: Stuart Bowman
Apprentice Welder, Stuart Bowman, is among the key workers at Babcock’s Rosyth site during the COVID-19 pandemic. For the last three years, the 26-year-old from Cowdenbeath has been training as a Coded Welder in ... Read More
DYW Keyworker Campaign: Viv Hunter
For the past 10 years Viv has been an Advanced Healthcare Support Worker with NHS Fife, based at the Victoria Hospital in Fife within the Acute Medical Admissions Unit. Viv is the first port ... Read More
Helping businesses reap rewards
Developing Young Workforce (DYW) is an employer led, regional group (as part of a national initiative and the Scottish Government’s Youth Employment strategy), set up to connect local employers with schools and young people. ... Read More
Case Study: Glenwood High School
Glenwood High School in Fife has developed a strong network of local businesses, partners and bodies throughout its engagement with the Developing the Young Workforce programme in Fife. They started with a keen focus ... Read More
Case Study: Kirkcaldy High School
Kirkcaldy High School (KHS) in Fife has worked hard to embrace the full spectrum of options out there for young people moving into the world of work from school, and its team of passionate ... Read More
Raising attainment with Foundation Apprenticeships
Working through the Employability Team at Fife Council, DYW (Fife) has been part of a new and innovative pilot programme, based in Levenmouth, which aims to increase the rate of targeted pupils staying on ... Read More
Ryan Hepburn: Helping school pupils make positive transitions
Ryan Hepburn is the Developing Young Workforce (Fife) Lead within Education and Children’s Services at Fife Council, leading on the DYW (Fife) agenda across Schools in the region. “We work with a number of ... Read More
Bob Garmory: Igniting powerful connections
Bob Garmory, Director of Purvis Group, has many years of experience in both championing and supporting employability programmes in Fife, from Purvis Group’s involvement in an employability programme at Lochgelly High School over the ... Read More
Case Study: Waid Academy
Waid Academy in Anstruther works to create positive pathways for its pupils whilst minimising the impact of its rural location. Through DYW (Fife) and multiple programmes and partnerships with local businesses, colleges and bodies, ... Read More
John Penman: Building a better future for businesses and young people in Fife
John Penman, Managing Director at Fife Fabrications and Board Member at DYW (Fife) takes some time to explain how Developing Young Workforce is building a better future for businesses and young people in Fife.Like many ... Read More
Scotland’s Biggest Parents’ Evening: Jobs of the future in Fife
On 30 January DYW (Fife) was proud to have held a ‘Scotland’s Biggest Parent’s Evening’ event at St Brycedale Campus in Kirkcaldy. The evening was created in partnership with Skills Development Scotland, Fife College ... Read More