We ensure that all young people at Arena Academy have opportunities to develop the following employability attributes:
- Invest in themselves, recognise their own strengths and values and take responsibility for developing their work readiness, skills and behaviours (Self-motivated)
- Have the tools and skills required to present themselves to a future employer (Self-assured)
- Have high aspirations for themselves (Aspirational)
- Understand the opportunities available to them locally and beyond, and to make realistic choices (Informed)
- Have experiences of work that are rewarding and fulfilling (Experienced)
- Achieve qualifications valued by employers (Achieving)
- Understand that employers want people who will work hard and are accountable for their actions (Accountable)
- Understand that employers want young people who can listen and learn from their successes and their mistakes and keep going (Resilient)
- Work creatively to achieve their potential and that of the business (Entrepreneurial)
- Have effective communication and co-working skills (Co-operative)