Youth Federation - A Better Start - Halton

12 week support programme

Mentored by

Youth Federation

Youth Federation, Ellesmere Port

Ages: children 16 - 18 · adults 18 - 24 years

Better Start - Widnes FreeA Better Start - Runcorn Free

Next date: Tuesday 26th May, 12:00 – 16:00

Funded by Halton Youth Grants - Halton Borough Council

Universal provision

Youth Federation - A Better Start - Halton block mentored by Youth Federation

What we'll do

Better Start is a targeted programme for young people aged 16-19 (and up to 24 with additional needs) Their journey supports them to start working towards being employment ready, raise their aspirations, improve their mental health and understand options available to them. An example of the 12-week programme we mainly stick to is: Week1 – Realising your potential / thinking outside of the box / what skills don’t I know I have Week2 – What are your options (including educating parents): college courses, online learning, apprenticeships, traineeships, T-levels, social action/volunteering, employment. Week3 – Where to find opportunities: Indeed, local partners, The Pledge, CV monster, jobs boards, social media. Discuss social action ideas in their communities. Week4 – Creating high quality applications Week5 – Life skills, how to communicate/network, talking on the phone, working for an employer/ with colleagues, presenting yourself, acceptable/unacceptable behaviour Week6 – Mock Interview skills/ meeting employers/ work experience opportunities Week7 – Managing/ regulating your emotions. Understanding acceptance of feelings, recognising them and managing your reactions. Signpost to 1-2-1 mental health support as required Week8 – Budget planning / independent living (i.e. saving for driving lessons, personal development opportunities): where to access support, break down barriers and stereotypes (such as attending a community grocery or foodbank) Week9 – Cooking sessions, group communication, reducing waste Week10 – How can you help yourself and others (community, family, friends)? Becoming an important member of society. Delivery of social action ideas. Week 11 – Trip out as achievement Week 12 – Next step group planning and reflection During the programme young people are encouraged to carry out social action activities within their communities to improve the areas where they live, increase community spirit, and gain a sense of self-worth and accomplishment for making a difference. These activities are always led by the young people to maintain interest and build project management and leadership skills. Additional sessions are added in for young people to gain accreditation with an Emergency 1st Aid at Work course and a certificate in Mental Health 1st aid. Any other accredited and non-accredited courses will be recommended to young people depending on individual goals during or following on from the 12-week programme. Everyone receives exit plans at the end of the course, plus access to other Youth Fed/ external programmes.

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1:1 care

2:1 care

Qualified to administer medication

Epilepsy trained

Secure environment

Accessible toilet

Assist with personal care and toileting

Hoist and changing bench

Wheelchair accessible site

Autism awareness trained

Sensory or quiet spaces

Makaton trained

PECS trained

More information available on request

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It is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the the measures provided above. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed.

About your mentor

Youth Federation

Youth Federation - A Better Start

About us Youth Fed is a youth charity that supports over 20,000 young people between the ages of 8 and 29, helping to improve the lives of young people through celebrating and delivering activities. We enable young people to thrive and achieve their full potential, regardless of background or circumstance. Our objectives are: To advance in life and help young people through the provision of recreational and curriculum enriching activities provided in the interest of social welfare, designed to improve their standard of living. Providing support and activities which develop their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as mature and responsible individuals. To act as a resource for young people by providing advice, assistance, services, training and organising programmes of physical, educational and other activities as a means of advancing education and relieving unemployment. Our Vision A society in which all young people are able to achieve their full potential in life. Our Mission We aim to make a positive difference by engaging, empowering and enriching the lives of young people. Where we work Based in the North West, we run youth programmes in Cheshire, Halton, St Helens, Warrington, the Wirral and parts of Greater Manchester to give support to those who need it. We offer a range of different services for young people and youth organisations.

Learning aim

Aim 1

Young people will report that they have increased aspirations and goals Young people will report that they have increased confidence and self-esteem Young people will report an improved mental health and resilience Young people will report that they feel better prepared for work and have increased employability Young people will successfully complete an accredited training course, plus have access to tailored accredited and non-accredited training to achieve their goals Young people will report that they have increased skills and knowledge as they progress towards meaningful and sustainable opportunities

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Where we'll be

Youth Federation, 20/21, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 3ey

WHAT’S PROVIDED

Drinks

Snacks

Equipment

Safety

Enhanced DBS

Risk Assessment

Public Liability Insurance

Safeguarding Training

First Aid Training

First Aid Kit

Smoke Detector

Please note

Please note, it is the responsibility of the booker to satisfy themselves about the adequacy of the safety measures. This platform is merely an introducer and does not verify the items listed here.

Cancellation Policy

Free bookings do not require refunds but as places are limited, please cancel if you cannot attend so that your place can be offered to someone else.

My experience consists of a leisure activity, on a specific date(s), and therefore the 14-day ‘cooling off period’ under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013 does not apply.