Our Services:

Explore & B’Leave – is a person centred employability service to support young people who have left school with no confirmed destination. We aim to support the transition from school into their next steps. This consists of 1:1 support for up to 13 weeks to help break down barriers, explore next steps, support to move into a positive destination.

Steps2Work (funded through ABZ Works) – we deliver employability training and support for young people to provide them with the necessary skills, training and confidence to progress towards their chosen destination.  This will include Further/Higher Education, Modern Apprenticeships and Employment.  Steps2Work offers 1-2-1 and group training opportunities and it is person-centred and tailored to the aspirations, interests and support needs of each individual.

One example of the group training we provide is our Construction Course – an intensive stage 3 employability programme for young people aged 16 – 29 who are interested in a career in Construction. It provides young people with the opportunity of developing their knowledge, skills and experience in Construction to prepare them for the industry, and includes training for manual handling, CSCS card and work placement opportunities.

At Barnardo’s we will co-design each young person’s action plan so that we are focusing on the right activities to move young people towards their chosen sector.  This can include targeted training, qualifications and work experience to prepare young people for opportunities in sectors/job roles such as health and social care, childcare, retail, administration and hospitality.

Discovering Your Potential (DYP) – A flexible programme of support for young people aged 16-29 who were previously in kinship care or care experienced to gain employment, grow and develop a career or sustain participation in further education. Our Project Workers will provide up to 12 months support through a 1:1 case management approach.