The Opportunity
Braidwood School for the Deaf visited Places Leisure West Bromwich Leisure Centre to give students real-world insight into the leisure industry and build confidence in accessing community facilities.

What Happened

Students:

• Explored the leisure centre
• Used gym facilities
• Met staff from different roles
• Learned about career journeys

Staff:

• Shared experiences and career pathways
• Engaged directly with students
• Reflected on accessibility and inclusion

Impact

For Students:

• Greater understanding of leisure careers
• Increased confidence accessing gyms and leisure centres
• Positive experience in a real workplace environment

For Employer:

• Increased awareness of barriers for Deaf young people
• Opportunity to reflect on accessibility
• Stronger connection with the local community

What They Said

School:
“Our pupils had a great experience… they left with a greater understanding of job opportunities and more confidence to access gyms and leisure centres.”

Employer:
“A great couple of hours… it allowed us to reflect on barriers to entry and how we can be more accessible as a site.”