Employment & Independence

Guidance and practical support to help young people build the skills, confidence and direction they need for what comes next.

Careers Guidance

Careers guidance & employment preparation

CV support, interview practice and building the confidence to take a first step towards work. We work at the young person's pace — from a first conversation about work to practical preparation for applications and interviews.

  • Practical, one-to-one guidance
  • Support building confidence around work and interviews
  • Signposting to local employment and training opportunities where we're able to
A mentor and young person writing down personal goals
A young person working on school subjects with a mentor
Further Education & Training

Guidance on further education & training

Help thinking through post-16 options, including guidance about colleges, apprenticeships and training routes. We support young people exploring their options and, where helpful, staying in touch through the transition.

We offer guidance and signposting rather than formal apprenticeship or college placement services.

Independent Living

Independent living skills

Cooking, budgeting, travel training, and everyday practical skills — taught practically, not from a worksheet. We aim to build these skills gradually, alongside a young person's other support.

Sessions are practical and community-based — real shops, real buses, real kitchens.

A mentor helping a young person choose groceries as a practical life skill
A mentor and young person walking together outdoors
Explore Your Options

Exploring what's possible

Honest conversations about what different careers and pathways are actually like, to help young people find a direction that fits who they are — not just the first option on the list.

We aim to arrange visits, guest conversations and taster experiences where we're able to, matched to each young person's interests.

Know a young person who needs a plan for what's next?

We take enquiries from schools, local authorities, social workers and families.