YMCA South Midlands
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Training & Education

Support to reach your potential

At our Northamptonshire campus, we support young people to take positive steps towards their future. We help residents access education, training and opportunities that build the skills needed for long-term independence and employment. Whether you’re exploring your next steps, thinking about apprenticeships, or working towards a career goal, our employment coach is here to guide and support you at every stage.

Our team is here to help you:

  • Explore education, training and career pathways that are right for you
  • Build confidence and develop key employability skills through practical sessions like ‘Becoming Job Ready’, ‘Career Development’ and ‘Employment Skills’
  • Create a strong CV and receive tailored support with applications, including cover letters, personal statements and interview preparation
  • Access opportunities such as volunteering, apprenticeships and further or higher education
  • Stay supported as you progress into education, training or work, with ongoing guidance and encouragement

With the right support, anything is possible.

Your future, your choices – we’re here to support you every step of the way.

We are proud to support our young people to find there passions in life. Through our work we have supported

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young people into education or employment since September 2024

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of our current residents are in Education or Employment

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Could you help our young people find meaningful and sustainable employment?

If your organisation or company would like to know more about our employability programme and how you can support our residents into meaningful work, we would love to hear from you.

Partnering with YMCA South Midlands will help make a lasting difference to the lives of young people in Northamptonshire. At the same time, it will enable your business to be visible at the heart of our local community. It could bring you tangible, lasting business benefits and enable you to build on your reputation as a socially responsible company.

When I arrived at YMCA, I hoped to find part‑time work while studying full time. YMCA gave me the support and confidence I needed — helping with my CV, interview skills, and even making sure I had the right clothing. Within a month, I found a job, and it meant so much to me.

 

Since then, I’ve finished college, moved into full‑time employment, and moved out of YMCA. Life is looking up, and I’m excited about building my future.” – Former Resident