Prince's Trust
Princes Trust community project in SalfordGreater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service runs a twelve week 'Team' personal development programme for 16 - 25 year olds in partnership with the charity, Prince's Trust.
The programme is available for both unemployed and employed young people and includes work experience, careers advice and job opportunities, new qualifications, challenging projects, an action-packed team building week away, the chance to make a difference to the community and much more.
The community project is a huge part of the course and involves young people working towards a goal. Previous projects have included refurbishing community centres, community gardens, nurseries and care homes.
By working with other organisations such as Prince's Trust, we can unlock young peoples' potential and improve their confidence, motivation, skills and job prospects. Two out of three unemployed participants find work or go on to further education or training after completing the programme. Of those employers whose staff go on the course, 90% report improvements in the skill and attitudes of staff on their return to work.
Who is Prince's Trust scheme aimed at?
The scheme is aimed at young people aged 16 - 25 who are:
- Care leavers.
- Unemployed young people.
- Educational underachievers.
- Young offenders.
What are the aims of the Prince's Trust scheme?
- To help young people gain new skills and qualifications.
- To educate them on community safety issues.
- To raise awareness of road safety and reducing risk.
- To spread values about citizenship.
- To increase employment opportunities.
We want to help young people to get their lives working by giving them the opportunity to gain the skills and confidence they need to move on, and have fun in the process!