Whitstable Maritime partnered with The Education People to host a workshop for local schools and businesses to explore how more students can access meaningful work experience across the maritime sector. The session brought together educators and employers to share insights, identify opportunities and discuss how to broaden participation so a larger number of young people can benefit from hands‑on industry exposure.
Participants looked at ways to give students greater visibility of the diverse careers connected to Whitstable’s maritime heritage, from engineering and marine services to tourism, conservation and shore‑based operations. Local businesses contributed ideas on how placements, site visits and project‑based experiences could be expanded, while schools highlighted the skills and aspirations of their students.
The workshop marks an important step toward building a stronger pathway between education and the maritime industries that play a vital role in the local economy. Further development work will continue in partnership with schools and employers to create a wider, more inclusive programme of opportunities for young people. Stay tuned for more details!
