- Description
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Ready to Work is a targeted support programme for young people aged 16 to 19 (or up to 25 with special educational needs and disabilities) who are NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training).
It supports those who may not yet be ready for formal education, training or employment. The programme prioritises building confidence, emotional safety and engagement, and provides a structured, but flexible package of support including:
- confidence building and motivation
- employability skills (CVs, applications and interviews)
- Functional Skills support (English and Maths)
- workplace behaviour and expectations
- career exploration and goal-setting
- 1 to 1 tailored support
- support into employment, training or further education
- life skills development including communication, time management, wellbeing, and preparing for adult responsibilities
- Email address
- Website
- Date and time
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The programme typically runs over 6 weeks, with the option for continued support for up to 1 year.
Young people usually attend 3 days per week (maximum 4 days).
- Referral notes
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This is a targeted programme. Referrals must come from either:
- Southend Virtual School
- Youth Justice Service
- Southend Careers Service
- SEND (via appropriate professionals)
If you are a professional working with a young person who may benefit from Ready To Work, please refer through one of the approved pathways.
If you are a young person and think the programme might be right for you, please contact a Careers Advisor for an informal chat to discuss your suitability.
Email careersguidance@southend.gov.uk, call 01702 534300, or visit a Careers Hub drop-in session on a Friday between 10am and 4pm at The Forum Library, Southend.
- Age range
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16 to 19, or up to 25 for those with SEND
- Other;
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This programme is funded by Southend-on-Sea City Council and delivered in partnership with Southend City Community College and a network of local providers.
Southend YMCA co-ordinate the programme.
