Teamwork and problem-solving were the focus, when students at a WNAT secondary school got a taste of life in the armed forces.

The careers event at Marshland High School in West Walton saw more than 160 Year 7 students take part in a range of group activities, and was jointly delivered by the Royal Navy and the Jon Egging Trust.

“Students participated in four, interactive carousel sessions during the morning, led by representatives from the Jon Egging Trust and the Royal Navy Outreach Team,” said Dom Stannard, who is Head of Character and Culture at Marshland and co-ordinated the day.

“Each group rotated through the sessions, which focused on teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills. The day concluded with a whole-year assembly in the afternoon to reflect on the activities and key messages from the day.”

“Students developed key employability skills, such as teamwork, communication, and resilience,” he continued. “They also gained insight into different career pathways, and heard first-hand experiences from professionals.

“These activities helped students begin thinking about their future aspirations, while building confidence and self-awareness.”

The event was a new addition to the calendar at Marshland.

“This was the first time this specific event had been delivered at the school,” added Mr Stannard. “However, we are looking to hold similar events in the future for other year groups.

“Events like this are important, because they introduce students to the world of work at an early stage, and help them develop essential life and employability skills.

“They also support the school’s careers programme, and contribute towards meeting the Gatsby Benchmarks, by providing meaningful encounters with employers and external organisations.”