Continuing in Education and finding work

If you are aged 16 to 18 and have an open case with the Care Leavers Service, you would usually receive support from Hampshire Futures' dedicated children in care and care leaver specialists.

If you do not have a Personal Adviser or your care leaver case has closed, you may still be able to receive support from a careers adviser or progression coach within the wider Hampshire Futures team.

They can help you explore your options, apply for courses, apprenticeships or jobs, improve your CV and prepare for interviews. Specialist advisers are also available to support young people in care and care leavers up to the end of Year 13.

If you are aged 16 to 18 and have an open case with the Care Leavers Service, you would usually receive support from Hampshire Futures' dedicated children in care and care leaver specialists.

If you do not have a Personal Adviser or your care leaver case has closed, you may still be able to receive support from a careers adviser or progression coach within the wider Hampshire Futures team.

They can help you explore your options, apply for courses, apprenticeships or jobs, improve your CV and prepare for interviews. Specialist advisers are also available to support young people in care and care leavers up to the end of Year 13.

Here you can find details of all the colleges in Hampshire, including information about what support they offer care leavers.

Find colleges in Hampshire

Here you can find details of all the colleges in Hampshire, including information about what support they offer care leavers.

Find colleges in Hampshire

Our careers website has been developed to support young people with making career choices. Here you can find careers information and activities to help you with your future planning, and information, advice and activities to help improve your employability skills.

Hampshire Careers Service provides young people with careers advice, work experience, CV support and support with careers interviews.

The service offers:

Individual career interviews with a qualified career adviser, providing students with a safe and impartial framework for exploring options for their future, setting goals and defining career pathways
A personalised individual career action plan in a format appropriate to the needs of the student
With agreement, a provision for parents or carers to join the interview and receive structured feedback
Specialist advice and guidance for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Support and attendance at parent evenings, result days and other events
Group career discussions involving generic career information and signposting
A range of work-related learning and enterprise activities, including employer engagement
Health and safety checks for work experience placements

Hampshire Futures has extensive links with employers, training providers and Higher Education institutions and a good knowledge of the local labour market. It works with you to develop a package of services specific to your needs.

All advisors are qualified to a minimum of post graduate Level 6 and receive regular CPD to keep up-to-date with developments in education, training and employment.

You can contact the service at: careers.service@hants.gov.uk

Our careers website has been developed to support young people with making career choices. Here you can find careers information and activities to help you with your future planning, and information, advice and activities to help improve your employability skills.

Hampshire Careers Service provides young people with careers advice, work experience, CV support and support with careers interviews.

The service offers:

Individual career interviews with a qualified career adviser, providing students with a safe and impartial framework for exploring options for their future, setting goals and defining career pathways
A personalised individual career action plan in a format appropriate to the needs of the student
With agreement, a provision for parents or carers to join the interview and receive structured feedback
Specialist advice and guidance for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)
Support and attendance at parent evenings, result days and other events
Group career discussions involving generic career information and signposting
A range of work-related learning and enterprise activities, including employer engagement
Health and safety checks for work experience placements

Hampshire Futures has extensive links with employers, training providers and Higher Education institutions and a good knowledge of the local labour market. It works with you to develop a package of services specific to your needs.

All advisors are qualified to a minimum of post graduate Level 6 and receive regular CPD to keep up-to-date with developments in education, training and employment.

You can contact the service at: careers.service@hants.gov.uk

The National Careers Service provides free careers information, advice and guidance to help you make informed decisions about your future.

The service can help you with:

Career planning.
Skills assessments.
CV writing.
Interview preparation.
Finding courses and qualifications.
Exploring job opportunities.
Career progression advice.

Visit the National Careers Service

The National Careers Service provides free careers information, advice and guidance to help you make informed decisions about your future.

The service can help you with:

Career planning.
Skills assessments.
CV writing.
Interview preparation.
Finding courses and qualifications.
Exploring job opportunities.
Career progression advice.

Visit the National Careers Service

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation offer grants of up to £1,000 for young people who are 18 – 25 and have been in care with Hampshire County Council, Isle of Wight Council, Southampton City Council or Portsmouth City Council. Find their grant application form and a guide to help you complete it.

The Evelyn Mace Scholarship:

The Evelyn Mace Scholarship is for those in care or care leavers that have been in the care of Hampshire County Council. The fund is usually awarded to young people who are pursuing arts or drama, such as drama courses, music lessons or higher education that involves drama or the arts.

Unite Foundation

With the Unite Foundation scholarship, you’ll have accommodation and bills covered for up to 3 years at university. That includes all through the holidays too, so you don’t have to wonder where to go during Christmas or summer. You can even stay the summer after you graduate to plan your next move. The team will help you settle in, keep in touch and offer opportunities for employment and enjoyment.

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Rees Foundation.

Rees Foundation are keen to support grant applications from care experienced adults specifically to help with careers development and Higher Education where no other funding sources are available. They may help you with incidental costs whilst attending an education or training course, dependent on circumstances. They include (but are not limited to); equipment, materials and travel.

The Sutton Trust

The Sutton Trust support young people from less advantaged backgrounds (including young people who are care experienced) to access leading universities and careers. They run engaging programmes that give students practical advice and leave them feeling inspired and more confident about their future.

Their programmes are completely free to attend. All costs – including travel, accommodation, food and activities – are paid for by the Trust and our partners.

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation offer grants of up to £1,000 for young people who are 18 – 25 and have been in care with Hampshire County Council, Isle of Wight Council, Southampton City Council or Portsmouth City Council. Find their grant application form and a guide to help you complete it.

The Evelyn Mace Scholarship:

The Evelyn Mace Scholarship is for those in care or care leavers that have been in the care of Hampshire County Council. The fund is usually awarded to young people who are pursuing arts or drama, such as drama courses, music lessons or higher education that involves drama or the arts.

Unite Foundation

With the Unite Foundation scholarship, you’ll have accommodation and bills covered for up to 3 years at university. That includes all through the holidays too, so you don’t have to wonder where to go during Christmas or summer. You can even stay the summer after you graduate to plan your next move. The team will help you settle in, keep in touch and offer opportunities for employment and enjoyment.

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Rees Foundation.

Rees Foundation are keen to support grant applications from care experienced adults specifically to help with careers development and Higher Education where no other funding sources are available. They may help you with incidental costs whilst attending an education or training course, dependent on circumstances. They include (but are not limited to); equipment, materials and travel.

The Sutton Trust

The Sutton Trust support young people from less advantaged backgrounds (including young people who are care experienced) to access leading universities and careers. They run engaging programmes that give students practical advice and leave them feeling inspired and more confident about their future.

Their programmes are completely free to attend. All costs – including travel, accommodation, food and activities – are paid for by the Trust and our partners.

Apprenticeships give you the chance to earn and learn at the same time and take between one to four years to complete.

What is an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are a mixture of on-the-job and off-the-job training for young people and adults 16 and over.

On-the-job, you will gain key skills like working in teams, problem-solving, communication and using new technology
Off-the-job, you will spend time working towards a recognised apprenticeship framework

To do an apprenticeship you must

be at least 16 years old,
live in England
not be in full-time education

There are lots of apprenticeships available, at different levels and in different industries.

You will be paid, and learn "on the job" as well as spending some time each week at college, or with another learning or training provider, studying towards your qualification. Apprenticeship levels range from Level 2 (equivalent to five good GCSEs) to Level 7 (equivalent to a masters degree)

How to apply for an apprenticeship.

Hampshire County Council Apprenticeship Programme

Hampshire County Council provides apprenticeships that could help you work towards a professional and rewarding career. These include opportunities across a wide variety of services including:

Business Administration.
Social Care.
Finance.
Engineering.
Property Services.
Customer Services.
Early Years and Childcare.
IT and Digital Services.

Apprenticeships are available from entry-level through to degree-level qualifications.

Search Hampshire County Council's jobs and apprenticeships.

Travel Support

To help make apprenticeships more accessible, Hampshire County Council may contribute towards travel expenses for up to six months when you begin an apprenticeship.

Apprenticeships give you the chance to earn and learn at the same time and take between one to four years to complete.

What is an apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are a mixture of on-the-job and off-the-job training for young people and adults 16 and over.

On-the-job, you will gain key skills like working in teams, problem-solving, communication and using new technology
Off-the-job, you will spend time working towards a recognised apprenticeship framework

To do an apprenticeship you must

be at least 16 years old,
live in England
not be in full-time education

There are lots of apprenticeships available, at different levels and in different industries.

You will be paid, and learn "on the job" as well as spending some time each week at college, or with another learning or training provider, studying towards your qualification. Apprenticeship levels range from Level 2 (equivalent to five good GCSEs) to Level 7 (equivalent to a masters degree)

How to apply for an apprenticeship.

Hampshire County Council Apprenticeship Programme

Hampshire County Council provides apprenticeships that could help you work towards a professional and rewarding career. These include opportunities across a wide variety of services including:

Business Administration.
Social Care.
Finance.
Engineering.
Property Services.
Customer Services.
Early Years and Childcare.
IT and Digital Services.

Apprenticeships are available from entry-level through to degree-level qualifications.

Search Hampshire County Council's jobs and apprenticeships.

Travel Support

To help make apprenticeships more accessible, Hampshire County Council may contribute towards travel expenses for up to six months when you begin an apprenticeship.

There are key skills that you need to be able to get a job and are useful when you are working.

These include:

Communication skills

Being able to explain what you mean in a clear and concise way, either in writing or when you speak. To listen to other people, and to act upon information or instructions that they give you.

Problem solving skills

Being able to understand a problem by breaking it down into smaller parts and finding a solution to it.

Using your initiative

Having new ideas of your own that can be made into a reality. Being motivated- showing a commitment to doing things yourself and not waiting to be told to do things.

Organisational skills

Being able to plan work to meet deadlines and targets. Sometimes this might mean working under pressure. Keeping an eye on your progress to ensure you are going to be able to meet a deadline.

Team working

Working well with people who have different professional backgrounds and expertise to accomplish a task or goal.

Resilience

Being able to learn from a difficult situation or a mistake you made, for the benefit of both you and your employer.

Numeracy

Being able to understand numbers and be confident in using them in everyday or work situations.

Valuing diversity and difference

Being able to understand and be considerate of the different needs of different people.

Negotiation skills

Being able to understand people’s feelings and express your own in a clear way so that others understand your point of view and together you can agree a way forward that is good for both of you.

These key skills often appear in a person specification, which accompanies a job description. These skills are those that the employer believes will help the person carry out their role to the best of their ability.

The Hampshire Futures Careers Service, which is part of Hampshire County Council's Children's Services department, offers a range of programmes to help you boost your employability skills.

The National Careers Service also provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work.

The Personal Progress qualifications are for young people or adults with learning difficulties. There are no entry requirements.

There are key skills that you need to be able to get a job and are useful when you are working.

These include:

Communication skills

Being able to explain what you mean in a clear and concise way, either in writing or when you speak. To listen to other people, and to act upon information or instructions that they give you.

Problem solving skills

Being able to understand a problem by breaking it down into smaller parts and finding a solution to it.

Using your initiative

Having new ideas of your own that can be made into a reality. Being motivated- showing a commitment to doing things yourself and not waiting to be told to do things.

Organisational skills

Being able to plan work to meet deadlines and targets. Sometimes this might mean working under pressure. Keeping an eye on your progress to ensure you are going to be able to meet a deadline.

Team working

Working well with people who have different professional backgrounds and expertise to accomplish a task or goal.

Resilience

Being able to learn from a difficult situation or a mistake you made, for the benefit of both you and your employer.

Numeracy

Being able to understand numbers and be confident in using them in everyday or work situations.

Valuing diversity and difference

Being able to understand and be considerate of the different needs of different people.

Negotiation skills

Being able to understand people’s feelings and express your own in a clear way so that others understand your point of view and together you can agree a way forward that is good for both of you.

These key skills often appear in a person specification, which accompanies a job description. These skills are those that the employer believes will help the person carry out their role to the best of their ability.

The Hampshire Futures Careers Service, which is part of Hampshire County Council's Children's Services department, offers a range of programmes to help you boost your employability skills.

The National Careers Service also provides information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions on learning, training and work.

The Personal Progress qualifications are for young people or adults with learning difficulties. There are no entry requirements.

The International Youth Foundation has developed a mobile-optimised course to support young people ages 16 to 24 in developing work readiness skills such as time management, problem-solving, and self-confidence. In the development of this course, they worked with young people from around the world to create a learning platform that is fun and engaging. You can register here to access this.

We want to help care leavers develop their skills, access training and move into employment. Your Personal Adviser (PA) can work with you to identify opportunities, overcome barriers and access financial support where appropriate.

Help with interviews and starting work

If you are applying for a job or preparing to start work, there may be support available to help with costs such as:

Travel to interviews
Interview clothing
Essential equipment needed to start work
Other employment-related expenses

Your PA will discuss your circumstances with you and help identify the most appropriate source of support. In many cases, organisations such as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Jobcentre Plus or training providers may be able to help first. The DWP may be able to provide support with interview travel, interview clothing, uniforms and equipment needed to start work through available employment support schemes. Support is usually considered where the expense is necessary to help you obtain or begin employment and you cannot afford the cost yourself.

Where other funding is not available and there is an identified need, Hampshire County Council may be able to provide discretionary support. This includes support with interview clothing for care leavers up to the age of 21 and, where necessary, assistance with travel costs to interviews and essential work equipment. Support will be considered on an individual basis.

Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) cards

If you are interested in a career in construction, there may be free training opportunities available that can help you gain recognised qualifications and progress towards obtaining a CSCS card. Eligible learners aged 19 and over who are unemployed or earning below the qualifying income threshold may be able to access certain Level 2 and Level 3 construction qualifications free of charge. Successful completion of eligible courses can help you meet requirements for a CSCS card and increase your employment opportunities in the construction sector.

Where alternative funding or support is not available, Hampshire County Council may consider helping with the cost of obtaining a CSCS card on a case-by-case basis.

Mobile phones, data and staying connected

Being able to stay connected is important when you are looking for work, training or apprenticeships. If you are struggling to access a mobile phone or data, speak to your PA. They will explore available support, including data banks and other schemes, and where necessary Hampshire County Council may be able to provide additional assistance, including a basic phone and SIM card in exceptional circumstances.

Talk to your Personal Adviser

If you need help with training, apprenticeships, finding a job, interview preparation, work-related costs or staying connected, speak to your Personal Adviser. They will work with you to identify the support available and help you access the opportunities that best meet your needs.

We want to help care leavers develop their skills, access training and move into employment. Your Personal Adviser (PA) can work with you to identify opportunities, overcome barriers and access financial support where appropriate.

Help with interviews and starting work

If you are applying for a job or preparing to start work, there may be support available to help with costs such as:

Travel to interviews
Interview clothing
Essential equipment needed to start work
Other employment-related expenses

Your PA will discuss your circumstances with you and help identify the most appropriate source of support. In many cases, organisations such as the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Jobcentre Plus or training providers may be able to help first. The DWP may be able to provide support with interview travel, interview clothing, uniforms and equipment needed to start work through available employment support schemes. Support is usually considered where the expense is necessary to help you obtain or begin employment and you cannot afford the cost yourself.

Where other funding is not available and there is an identified need, Hampshire County Council may be able to provide discretionary support. This includes support with interview clothing for care leavers up to the age of 21 and, where necessary, assistance with travel costs to interviews and essential work equipment. Support will be considered on an individual basis.

Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) cards

If you are interested in a career in construction, there may be free training opportunities available that can help you gain recognised qualifications and progress towards obtaining a CSCS card. Eligible learners aged 19 and over who are unemployed or earning below the qualifying income threshold may be able to access certain Level 2 and Level 3 construction qualifications free of charge. Successful completion of eligible courses can help you meet requirements for a CSCS card and increase your employment opportunities in the construction sector.

Where alternative funding or support is not available, Hampshire County Council may consider helping with the cost of obtaining a CSCS card on a case-by-case basis.

Mobile phones, data and staying connected

Being able to stay connected is important when you are looking for work, training or apprenticeships. If you are struggling to access a mobile phone or data, speak to your PA. They will explore available support, including data banks and other schemes, and where necessary Hampshire County Council may be able to provide additional assistance, including a basic phone and SIM card in exceptional circumstances.

Talk to your Personal Adviser

If you need help with training, apprenticeships, finding a job, interview preparation, work-related costs or staying connected, speak to your Personal Adviser. They will work with you to identify the support available and help you access the opportunities that best meet your needs.

If you'd like to go to university, we'll support you to explore your options and plan for your future. Your Personal Advisor can help you look at courses, universities, finance and the support available to care-experienced students.

What financial support can I get?

If you are a Former Relevant Care Leaver and go on to higher education, you may be entitled to financial support from Children's Services. This can include:

A Higher Education Bursary, paid over the life of your course:

£2,000 if you are studying while in a Staying Put arrangement.
£3,100 if you are not in a Staying Put arrangement.

Moving On Support of up to £1,200 to help with the transition at the end of your course.

Your Personal Advisor will also help you apply for any university bursaries, grants or other funding you may be entitled to.

Setting Up Home

If you move into independent accommodation, Children's Services can help provide essential household items such as a bed, bedding, kitchen equipment and other items you need to live independently.

Support is based on your assessed needs.
Funding can be worth up to £3,000.
It is not paid as a cash lump sum.
Support is provided as and when items are needed during your move towards independence.

There is some helpful advice on what support you are entitled to on the Care Leavers Association website for care leavers.

Support for Higher Education After Age 21

You can receive Higher Education support for a full academic year if you are 24 or younger when that year of your course starts. Support gradually reduces as you get older because Children's Services duties end at age 25.

Example: If you start the first year of a degree aged 23, you can receive support for years 1 and 2, but not for year 3.

University Applications and Finance

If you would like to go to university, your college and Personal Advisor can support you with:

Researching courses.
UCAS applications.
Student Finance applications.
Accommodation arrangements.
Budgeting and planning.

Useful Links

UCAS
Student Finance England

If you'd like to go to university, we'll support you to explore your options and plan for your future. Your Personal Advisor can help you look at courses, universities, finance and the support available to care-experienced students.

What financial support can I get?

If you are a Former Relevant Care Leaver and go on to higher education, you may be entitled to financial support from Children's Services. This can include:

A Higher Education Bursary, paid over the life of your course:

£2,000 if you are studying while in a Staying Put arrangement.
£3,100 if you are not in a Staying Put arrangement.

Moving On Support of up to £1,200 to help with the transition at the end of your course.

Your Personal Advisor will also help you apply for any university bursaries, grants or other funding you may be entitled to.

Setting Up Home

If you move into independent accommodation, Children's Services can help provide essential household items such as a bed, bedding, kitchen equipment and other items you need to live independently.

Support is based on your assessed needs.
Funding can be worth up to £3,000.
It is not paid as a cash lump sum.
Support is provided as and when items are needed during your move towards independence.

There is some helpful advice on what support you are entitled to on the Care Leavers Association website for care leavers.

Support for Higher Education After Age 21

You can receive Higher Education support for a full academic year if you are 24 or younger when that year of your course starts. Support gradually reduces as you get older because Children's Services duties end at age 25.

Example: If you start the first year of a degree aged 23, you can receive support for years 1 and 2, but not for year 3.

University Applications and Finance

If you would like to go to university, your college and Personal Advisor can support you with:

Researching courses.
UCAS applications.
Student Finance applications.
Accommodation arrangements.
Budgeting and planning.

Useful Links

UCAS
Student Finance England

The King’s Trust (formerly The Prince’s Trust) is a UK charity that supports young people aged 16–30 who may be facing barriers to education, employment or training. According to the organisation, its aim is to help young people build the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to move forward in life.

How it helps young people

Finding work

The King's Trust offers programmes, training and support to help young people:

Develop employability skills
Build confidence for interviews
Gain work experience
Connect with employers
Find jobs and apprenticeships

The charity particularly focuses on young people who may be unemployed, lack qualifications, or face other challenges that make it harder to enter work.

Education and training

Young people can access:

Free courses
Skills development programmes
Personal development opportunities
Training linked to specific careers or industries

These programmes are designed to help young people gain qualifications, practical skills and greater confidence.

Starting a business

The charity also supports young entrepreneurs by providing:

Business advice
Mentoring
Help developing business ideas
Access to networks and support

Helping young people start their own business has been a long-standing part of the Trust's work.

Mentoring and trusted adults

A major part of the Trust's support is connecting young people with:

Mentors
Coaches
Trusted adults who can provide guidance

The Trust states that this support helps young people navigate important transitions and build resilience and confidence.

They can help with:

Employability support
Confidence-building programmes
Personal development opportunities
Mentoring
Pathways into work and self-employment

You can find their young people's support page here: The King's Trust – How We Can Help.

The King’s Trust (formerly The Prince’s Trust) is a UK charity that supports young people aged 16–30 who may be facing barriers to education, employment or training. According to the organisation, its aim is to help young people build the confidence, skills and opportunities they need to move forward in life.

How it helps young people

Finding work

The King's Trust offers programmes, training and support to help young people:

Develop employability skills
Build confidence for interviews
Gain work experience
Connect with employers
Find jobs and apprenticeships

The charity particularly focuses on young people who may be unemployed, lack qualifications, or face other challenges that make it harder to enter work.

Education and training

Young people can access:

Free courses
Skills development programmes
Personal development opportunities
Training linked to specific careers or industries

These programmes are designed to help young people gain qualifications, practical skills and greater confidence.

Starting a business

The charity also supports young entrepreneurs by providing:

Business advice
Mentoring
Help developing business ideas
Access to networks and support

Helping young people start their own business has been a long-standing part of the Trust's work.

Mentoring and trusted adults

A major part of the Trust's support is connecting young people with:

Mentors
Coaches
Trusted adults who can provide guidance

The Trust states that this support helps young people navigate important transitions and build resilience and confidence.

They can help with:

Employability support
Confidence-building programmes
Personal development opportunities
Mentoring
Pathways into work and self-employment

You can find their young people's support page here: The King's Trust – How We Can Help.

Kickstart Springboard supports young people who are unemployed.

All programmes are completely free and include:

Soft skills and confidence building training
Employability skills training – CVs, interview skills, effective job hunt
Hospitality related certified e-learning
121 mentoring and coaching
Guaranteed interviews with hospitality employers recruiting now
Hospitality related accredited qualifications

Visit Kickstart springboard

Kickstart Springboard supports young people who are unemployed.

All programmes are completely free and include:

Soft skills and confidence building training
Employability skills training – CVs, interview skills, effective job hunt
Hospitality related certified e-learning
121 mentoring and coaching
Guaranteed interviews with hospitality employers recruiting now
Hospitality related accredited qualifications

Visit Kickstart springboard

Safe New Futures offers a free, gentle, and structured 6‑month programme designed to help young people rebuild confidence, overcome personal barriers, and take positive next steps towards education, work or training.

This programme is suitable for young people who may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their future. Many participants struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or social barriers — and we’re here to help them move at a pace that feels safe and supportive.

How the Programme Helps

A combination of group CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) with practical vocational skills, give young people both emotional tools and real‑world skills to help them progress.

Your young person will learn how to:

Build confidence and self-belief
Manage anxiety and low mood
Set achievable goals
Explore education, training, or work pathways
Develop practical skills for their future

Programme at a Glance

Duration: 6 months
Who it’s for: Young people aged 16+ who are NEET, unemployed, or at risk, including those with SEN
Cost: Completely free — all materials and tech support included

Visit Safe New Futures

Safe New Futures offers a free, gentle, and structured 6‑month programme designed to help young people rebuild confidence, overcome personal barriers, and take positive next steps towards education, work or training.

This programme is suitable for young people who may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure of their future. Many participants struggle with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, or social barriers — and we’re here to help them move at a pace that feels safe and supportive.

How the Programme Helps

A combination of group CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) with practical vocational skills, give young people both emotional tools and real‑world skills to help them progress.

Your young person will learn how to:

Build confidence and self-belief
Manage anxiety and low mood
Set achievable goals
Explore education, training, or work pathways
Develop practical skills for their future

Programme at a Glance

Duration: 6 months
Who it’s for: Young people aged 16+ who are NEET, unemployed, or at risk, including those with SEN
Cost: Completely free — all materials and tech support included

Visit Safe New Futures

No Limits provides free support for young people aged up to 25 across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. They offer advice and practical support to help young people explore education, training, volunteering and employment opportunities.

Their Education and Employment support includes:

Help finding education, training and employment opportunities
CV writing and job application support
Interview preparation
Referrals to training and work experience opportunities
Volunteering information and opportunities
Access to computers and internet facilities through their Advice Centre
A dedicated Work Club for young people aged 16–25
One-to-one employment support through their Individual Placement Support (IPS) service for eligible young people already receiving mental health support from No Limits.

Who is it for?

Young people aged 16–25 who would like support with education, training or employment.
Young people who may need additional support to build confidence, explore options, or prepare for work.

Find out more No Limits Education and Employment

No Limits provides free support for young people aged up to 25 across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. They offer advice and practical support to help young people explore education, training, volunteering and employment opportunities.

Their Education and Employment support includes:

Help finding education, training and employment opportunities
CV writing and job application support
Interview preparation
Referrals to training and work experience opportunities
Volunteering information and opportunities
Access to computers and internet facilities through their Advice Centre
A dedicated Work Club for young people aged 16–25
One-to-one employment support through their Individual Placement Support (IPS) service for eligible young people already receiving mental health support from No Limits.

Who is it for?

Young people aged 16–25 who would like support with education, training or employment.
Young people who may need additional support to build confidence, explore options, or prepare for work.

Find out more No Limits Education and Employment

The ELSSE Project, delivered by Solent Youth Action, provides tailored support for vulnerable young people aged 10–18 living in Eastleigh. The project supports young people from economically disadvantaged households through a combination of:

Weekly targeted workshops
One-to-one support
Supported volunteering opportunities

The programme aims to improve young people's social, emotional and economic outcomes by helping them develop confidence, life skills, resilience and positive relationships.

Solent Youth Action works with young people across Hampshire, including young people with disabilities, mental health needs and other additional support needs. The organisation supports young people to develop skills, contribute to their communities and take part in positive youth-led projects.

Who is it for?

Vulnerable young people aged 10–18.
Young people who may benefit from additional support to develop emotional wellbeing, life skills, confidence and social skills.

Find out more The ELSSE Project

The ELSSE Project, delivered by Solent Youth Action, provides tailored support for vulnerable young people aged 10–18 living in Eastleigh. The project supports young people from economically disadvantaged households through a combination of:

Weekly targeted workshops
One-to-one support
Supported volunteering opportunities

The programme aims to improve young people's social, emotional and economic outcomes by helping them develop confidence, life skills, resilience and positive relationships.

Solent Youth Action works with young people across Hampshire, including young people with disabilities, mental health needs and other additional support needs. The organisation supports young people to develop skills, contribute to their communities and take part in positive youth-led projects.

Who is it for?

Vulnerable young people aged 10–18.
Young people who may benefit from additional support to develop emotional wellbeing, life skills, confidence and social skills.

Find out more The ELSSE Project