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Knowsley Safari is hosting a SEND workshop to help provide work experience

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Knowsley Safari is hosting a SEND workshop to help provide work experience

Knowsley Safari will be hosting an interactive Safari Skills programme on Sunday 29th September, aimed at providing real-life work experience for SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) students within the region.

Open to individuals aged 14-18 years old, the programme at Knowsley Safari is focussed on supporting SEND students in a bid to tackle the painfully low 4.8% 2023 employment rate for people with a learning disability.

During the day, attendees will experience a wide variety of different jobs – including animal keeper, researcher, trainer and educator, which will include practical tasks relating to each role.

Knowsley Safari - SEND Workshops

Promising to be an unforgettable experience, the non-profit making Safari Skills programme will include activities such as going on the UK’s longest Safari Drive to deliver wolf enrichment, undertaking a meerkat behaviour study and taking part in a fascinating animal training game.

Students will also build their own portfolio throughout the day, documenting each job they have experienced, which can be taken home upon completion of the programme.

Niamh Robinson, Engagement Supervisor, Knowsley Safari said:

“Helping someone with a learning disability into employment can massively increase their self-esteem and the Safari Skills Programme is a great bridge between employment and that first step into paid work.

“The day offers a taster of different job roles in a supportive environment, aiming to build confidence and futureproof employment potential.”

Knowsley Safari - SEND Workshops

Taking place from 9:00am to 3:30pm on site at Knowsley Safari, a maximum of ten places are available.  Members price: £45, Non-member price: £50. 

Find more information on the Knowsley Safari website.

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