Employment, education & training
We help young people to access and sustain education, employment, and training (EET).
What we do
We work with young people to develop goals through one-to-one coaching and group work.
Our coaches use techniques from Acceptance and Commitment therapy (ACT), designed specifically for young people. This model is called DNA-V, and it helps you identify and move towards what is important in your life. This supports wellbeing through personal development and growth.
Through our support, young people can develop core employability skills including confidence, problem solving, timekeeping, teamwork, communication, self-belief, and motivation.
Our work empowers young people to consider which options are best for them. This may include educational opportunities, training courses, jobs, work experience, apprenticeships, and volunteering. Our strong relationship with local employers also enables us to create meaningful and aspirational employment opportunities for young people.
We also provide support to access EET-related bursaries where available and appropriate.
If you’re a young person and need support, click the get help button below.
Our impact
in 2025 – 2026
80 %
of young people receiving our EET support entered education, employment and training
23
local employers received Trauma-Informed Employer Training
YES
Youth Education Service
Youth Education Service: YES has a vision of a city where everyone has the tools, confidence and self-belief to find and achieve their goals and take an active role in their communities.
To achieve this vision we provide opportunities for young people to develop their skills and make progress towards their personal learning goals.
We offer Functional Skills qualifications in English and Maths as well as offering tailored packages of support to help young people with next steps and progression into further education, training or employment.
For further information please contact us at yesenquiries@1625ip.co.uk
Financial Capability
Financial stability is important for everyone, not least young people. Financial capability is essential for young people to live independently, maintain housing, access education and job opportunities, and reduce the stress and anxiety linked to money worries, improving their overall well-being.
What it looks like in practice
We help young people to develop their money management skills and confidence including opening a bank account, increasing their budgeting skills, or dealing with rent arrears and other debts.
Across all our services, including our Participation and Learning Team and Education, Employment and Training Coaches our support workers work closely with every young person to ensure they have the tools and opportunities to develop their financial confidence and skills.
Explore our core areas of support
Accommodation
We provide safe, affordable accommodation and housing support to help young people build stability, independence and a place to call home.
Education and Employment Training
We support young people to access education, employment and training opportunities, helping them build skills, confidence and positive futures
Wellbeing and Mental Health
We help young people improve their wellbeing and mental health through practical support, trusted relationships and access to specialist services.
Participation and Youth Voice
We create opportunities for young people to have their voices heard, build connections, influence change and develop a sense of purpose and belonging.
