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Campus partners delivering work experience for pupils
Senior pupils from Ardrossan Academy and Kilwinning Academy are being given a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience of the construction industry - through a new work experience programme linked to the development of the new Ardrossan Community Campus.
Construction partner, Morgan Sindall Construction, has launched its Introduction to Construction Programme, designed to provide young people with valuable insight into the wide range of careers available within the construction sector.
Over the next 10 months, pupils will take part in a structured programme of activities, workshops and site visits, working alongside the Morgan Sindall project team and its supply chain partners as construction of the new campus progresses.
Ten pupils from Ardrossan Academy, and eight from Kilwinning Academy, have already signed up to the programme, with further recruitment activity taking place to confirm additional places. The initiative aims to inspire the next generation of construction professionals by providing real-world experience in construction management and across a variety of trades, whilst remaining focused on health and safety, design and project delivery.
The programme is already off to a strong start, with pupils having visited the project for their induction session and to take part in an engineering-focused session to deliver engineering-focused sessions to two pupil cohorts.
The new Ardrossan Community Campus is one of the most significant investments in education and community infrastructure in North Ayrshire. As well as providing modern learning and community facilities, the project is creating opportunities for local people through apprenticeships, training programmes, community engagement and work experience initiatives.
Quote: This is a great initiative and will be a wonderful learning experience for the pupils. A huge thanks to Morgan Sindall and their partners for organising and their continued support. The new Campus is progressing really well but it’s much more than a new building. It’s about investing in the future and creating opportunities for local people. This work experience programme gives young people a fantastic opportunity to see first-hand how a major construction project is delivered, while learning from industry professionals and developing skills that could support future careers. Importantly, it helps these young people feel part of the journey of creating this exciting new campus. They can see the development taking shape, understand the work involved and take pride in knowing they have played a role in a project that will serve the community for generations to come.”
Quote from: Councillor Eleanor Collier, Cabinet Member for Green Environment and Economy
Rachael Topping, Learning and Development Adviser at Morgan Sindall Construction Scotland, said:
“Giving young people the opportunity to connect with industry is so important, and this programme allows us to do just that – sharing our advice and expertise with pupils from Ardrossan Academy and Kilwinning Academy as they take their first steps towards exploring a career in construction.
“Over the coming months, we’re looking forward to showing them the breadth of roles our industry has to offer, from engineering and site management to design and project delivery. We’ll also support them with any next steps they wish to take, including sessions on CV writing and interview skills, so they feel confident and prepared.
“None of this would be possible without the support of our supply chain, and we’re incredibly grateful to them for helping bring this programme to life. Their involvement means these pupils are learning from a wide range of professionals, giving them a genuinely rounded insight into what a future in construction could look like.”
Published: 12 November 2026