Exploring Jobs and Workplaces
Year 7 Career Education NSW Life Skills Curriculum Understanding Different Types of Work
What is Work?
Work is an activity that people do to earn money People work to provide goods and services Work helps communities function and grow Everyone has different skills and interests for different jobs
Types of Work
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Match the Job Activity
Look at the workplace pictures Can you guess what job happens there? Write down your answers We'll check them together!
Service Jobs
Help other people directly Examples: Teacher, Nurse, Police officer, Hairdresser Work in schools, hospitals, salons, police stations Focus on helping and caring for others
Making and Building Jobs
Create products or build structures Examples: Chef, Carpenter, Factory worker, Artist Work in kitchens, workshops, factories, studios Use hands and tools to make things
Think About This...
What job would you like to try for one day? What workplace looks most interesting to you? What skills do you already have that could help in a job?
A Day at Different Workplaces
Skills for Success
Communication - talking and listening well Teamwork - working well with others Problem-solving - finding solutions Being reliable - doing what you say you'll do
Your Future Workplace
There are many different jobs to explore You can learn more about jobs through work experience Your interests and skills will help guide your choices Keep learning and trying new things!