Employers

Partner with New Mills School

Welcome Employers

At New Mills School, we are committed to preparing our students for successful careers by fostering strong partnerships with local and national employers. By collaborating with us, you can play a pivotal role in shaping the future workforce, while also benefiting from the fresh perspectives and skills our students bring. This page provides information on how employers can get involved and the benefits of partnering with us.


Why Partner with New Mills School?

Benefits for Employers

  • Access to communicate with future employees: Connect with motivated and skilled students who are eager to learn and contribute.
  • Community Engagement: Enhance your company's reputation by investing in the local community and supporting education.
  • Fresh Perspectives: Gain innovative ideas and solutions from the younger generation.
  • Talent Pipeline: Develop a future workforce that is familiar with your industry and company values.

Benefits for Students

  • Real-World Experience: Provide students with hands-on experience and a deeper understanding of various career paths.
  • Skill Development: Help students develop and understand the critical skills that are essential for their future careers.
  • Career Guidance: Offer insights and mentorship that can guide students in making informed career choices, and bring expertise into the classroom.

How You Can Get Involved

Work Experience Placements

Offer short-term work placements that allow students to gain practical experience in your industry. Year 10 will complete their work experience 9th to 13th June 2025.

Assemblies and workshops

Collaborate with us to create opportunities for you to share your expertise and support structured learning and a deeper understanding of different career paths. Inspire students by discussing your career journey, industry insights, and offering guidance. Assemblies run from 8:35 to 9:00.

Career Fairs and Workshops

Join us at our careers fair 22nd November 2025 from 13:00 until 16:00 to showcase your company, engage with students, and identify potential future employees.

Sponsorship and Partnership Programs

Support our school through sponsorship and partnership programs that can include funding for specific initiatives, providing resources, or supporting student projects.

Highlighting student achievement

Highlighting success stories of students who have benefited from employer partnerships can showcase the impact of these collaborations.

Contact Us

Ready to partner with New Mills School? We’d love to hear from you!

Email: dlytham@newmillsschool.co.uk
Phone: 01663 743 284

Address: New Mills School, Church Lane, New Mills, Sk22 4NR