Progress Directory_November 2017 by Ben Leach

PROGRESS

PARTNER DIRECTORY

A FUTURE WORTH WORKING FOR

CONTENTS Using this Guide and Making a Referral................................4 About Progress...........................................................................5 The Progress Partnership.........................................................6 Delivery Locations

Coventry..............................................................................8

North Warwickshire (Atherstone and surrounding area)............................. 12

Nuneaton and Bedworth.............................................. 15

Rugby................................................................................ 19

Stratford............................................................................ 22

Warwick............................................................................ 25

Specialist Support.................................................................... 28

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USING THIS GUIDE This guide gives an overview of the Progress programme and the partners working to support young people across Coventry and Warwickshire. It is separated into local authority areas – please choose the location you are working in to find out who is working in your area. To find out more about Progress or to make a referral, please get in touch:

 0121 237 5882  Progress@groundwork.org.uk  www.groundwork.org.uk/progress Or contact a partner directly using the information in this directory.

ABOUT PROGRESS Progress is a part of ‘Building Better Opportunities’, a programme funded by the European Social Fund and the Big Lottery Fund that is designed to support young people across Coventry and Warwickshire to progress into employment, an apprenticeship or training or to re-engage with education. Through tailored, one-to-one support, the programme aims to increase the confidence, self-esteem and wellbeing of those enrolled, boosting social and personal skills as well as employability. Young people will work with a dedicated Progress Coach – an experienced youth work professional – who will encourage them to set positive goals, inspire a positive work attitude, and help them navigate their own personal path towards employment. With up to 12 months of dedicated, personalised support, Progress is aimed at those furthest away from getting into work, and who need a bit more support to build their confidence and skills. WHO IS ELIGIBLE? Progress is open to young people aged 15-19 and up to 24 for those in or leaving care or with disabilities. The young person must have the right to work in the UK and be NEET (not in education, employment or training) or at risk of becoming NEET.

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THE PROGRESS PARTNERSHIP Progress is delivered through a partnership that brings together leading youth and employment charities and organisations specialising in supporting young people with complex needs with colleges and training providers to maximise the impact of the programme. Young people from all backgrounds aged 15-19 (and up to 24 for those in or leaving care) will have access to one-to-one coaching and specialist support from our diverse, expert partnership, co-ordinated by Groundwork UK. The partnership is comprised of: • Coventry Citizens Advice • Coventry City Council • Groundwork UK • Groundwork West Midlands • Heart of England Mencap • Hereward College • Innovating Minds CIC • Motorvate UK • Positive Youth Foundation

• Targeted Support for Young People (Warwickshire County Council) • Team SpringBoard • The Learn2 Group • Valley House • Values Education For Life • Voluntary Action Coventry • Young People First (formerly Warwickshire Association of Youth Clubs)

TYPES OF PARTNER Progress partners will provide three levels of support: Up to 12 months Support: End-to-End Partners are responsible for the core delivery of the programme, and will offer support to young people for up to 12 months, from recruiting eligible and suitable young people, referring into specialist support, and finally into sustained onward progression.

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Up to 6 months Support: Programme Partners will also support young people from recruitment through to sustained onward progression, but with a shorter, more structured programme of specific activity for up to 6 months. In addition to the core programme of Coaching Support, Specialist Partners will support the work of the End-to-End and Programme Partners by offering a range of services and activities to deliver more tailored interventions to suit young peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specific needs.

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Stratford

Rugby

Nuneaton & Bedworth

North Warwickshire

Coventry

DELIVERY LOCATIONS: 6 AND 12 MONTHS SUPPORT

Coventry Citizens Advice Groundwork West Midlands Heart of England Mencap Hereward College Positive Youth Foundation Targeted Support for Young People Valley House Young People First

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COVENTRY UP TO 12 MONTHS SUPPORT Progress Coaches will provide intensive 1-1 and group support to local young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) and those at risk of becoming NEET. This could involve activities to boost confidence and wellbeing, advice on education and training, support in building soft skills for the workplace, community volunteering and work placements to help build a CV. GROUNDWORK WEST MIDLANDS Groundwork West Midlandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Progress Coaches in Coventry will work with young people aged 18-19, and up to 24 for those in or leaving care or with disabilities. About: Groundwork West Midlands is part of the Federation of Groundwork Trusts. We deliver local-level employment programmes alongside other community, social and environmental projects. We aim to help people and organisations make changes to create better neighbourhoods, to build skills and job prospects, and to live and work in a greener way. We work on hundreds of individual projects each year across the West Midlands, focusing our activity on communities where we can make a difference and create projects and services that benefit both people and the wider environment. Location Citibase, 101 Lockhurst Lane, Foleshill, Coventry, CV6 5SF Phone 0121 530 5500; 07554 014485 Email progressgwwm@groundwork.org.uk

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POSITIVE YOUTH FOUNDATION Positive Youth Foundation’s Progress Coaches will work with young people aged mainly between 15 and 17. About: The Positive Youth Foundation provides opportunities for young people to reach their full potential. We work with those living within challenging circumstances in a highly targeted and bespoke manner. We believe that every young person has the right to achieve, and base our work upon a philosophy of mutual respect. Our grass-roots research and delivery enables us to support young people and advocate on behalf of the youth and community sector. We work with like-minded organisations to help build capacity and resource. We work with young people, taking them beyond engagement and towards positive lifestyle choices. We aim to raise aspirations – so we use creative education, mentoring and bespoke programmes to work with young people and partners who are most in need of our support. Location City College, 50 Swanswell Street, Coventry, CV1 5DG Phone 024 76791190 Email progress@positiveyouthfoundation.org

UP TO 6 MONTHS SUPPORT COVENTRY CITIZENS ADVICE Coventry Citizens Advice’s Progress Coach will support young people so that they can develop the individual living skills needed to improve their chances of work. The programme will be delivered through hands on training and 1-2-1 support in a range of subjects including: Budgeting and Banking; Benefits Advice; Practical Home Skills; Knowing Your Rights and Responsibilities; Healthy Lifestyles; and Improving Your Chances of Finding Work.

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About: Coventry Citizens Advice has been part of the fabric of the city for nearly 75 years. It is one of the largest and most well-known Third Sector organisations in the city, with a reputation for high quality provision of advice services. Location Kirby House, Little Park St, Coventry CV1 2JZÂ Phone 02476 252056; 07949263284 Email kgalsinh@coventrycab.org.uk

HEREWARD COLLEGE Hereward Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Progress Coach will work with individuals whose disabilities or learning difficulties create barriers to employment or job seeking. The Coach will support those individuals with understanding employment, the impact of employment on state benefit eligibility, assisting them with job seeking, developing employability skills and support in attending work. The Coach will also work with potential employers to broker employment opportunities, to raise awareness of the needs of those with learning difficulities and disabilities, and attend recruitment related activities. About: Hereward is a college for young people with disabilities and additional needs, offering inclusive provision and specialist facilities for both day and residential learners. Location Bramston Crescent, Tile Hill, Coventry, CV4 9SW Phone 02476 426143 Email Progress@hereward.ac.uk

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POSITIVE YOUTH FOUNDATION Young people (15-16 year olds) on a reduced timetable of education will be targeted for a six month programme, which will run during school hours, and will help fill the gaps in their education provision. Through a structured programme of support and guidance over 12-24 weeks, these sessions will form part of each young personâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s formal education offer. Each beneficiary will also be assigned to a Progress Coach, who will carry out regular 1-2-1 sessions which will offer each young person the chance to tailor the programme of provision to their individual and specific needs. About: The Positive Youth Foundation provides opportunities for young people to reach their full potential. We work with those living within challenging circumstances in a highly targeted and bespoke manner. We believe that every young person has the right to achieve, and base our work upon a philosophy of mutual respect. Our grass-roots research and delivery enables us to support young people and advocate on behalf of the youth and community sector. We work with like-minded organisations to help build capacity and resource. We work with young people, taking them beyond engagement and towards positive lifestyle choices. We aim to raise aspirations â&#x20AC;&#x201C; so we use creative education, mentoring and bespoke programmes to work with young people and partners who are most in need of our support. Location City College, 50 Swanswell Street, Coventry, CV1 5DG Phone 024 76791190 Email progress@positiveyouthfoundation.org

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NORTH WARWICKSHIRE (ATHERSTONE AND SURROUNDING AREA) UP TO 12 MONTHS SUPPORT Progress Coaches will provide intensive 1-1 and group support to local young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) and those at risk of becoming NEET. This could involve activities to boost confidence and wellbeing, advice on education and training, support in building soft skills for the workplace, community volunteering and work placements to help build a CV. GROUNDWORK WEST MIDLANDS Groundwork West Midlandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Progress Coaches in North Warwickshire will work with young people aged 1519, and up to 24 for those in or leaving care or with disabilities. About: Groundwork West Midlands is part of the Federation of Groundwork Trusts. We deliver local-level employment programmes alongside other community, social and environmental projects. We aim to help people and organisations make changes to create better neighbourhoods, to build skills and job prospects, and to live and work in a greener way. We work on hundreds of individual projects each year across the West Midlands, focusing our activity on communities where we can make a difference and create projects and services that benefit both people and the wider environment. Location Citibase, 101 Lockhurst Lane, Foleshill, Coventry, CV6 5SF Phone 0121 530 5500; 07554 014485 Email progressgwwm@groundwork.org.uk

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UP TO 6 MONTHS SUPPORT HEREWARD COLLEGE Hereward Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Progress Coach will work with individuals whose disabilities or learning difficulties create barriers to employment or job seeking. The Coach will support those individuals with understanding employment, the impact of employment on state benefit eligibility, assisting them with job seeking, developing employability skills and support in attending work. The Coach will also work with potential employers to broker employment opportunities, to raise awareness of the needs of those with learning difficulities and disabilities, and attend recruitment related activities. About: Hereward is a college for young people with disabilities and additional needs, offering inclusive provision and specialist facilities for both day and residential learners. Location Bramston Crescent, Tile Hill, Coventry, CV4 9SW Phone 02476 426143 Email Progress@hereward.ac.uk

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Each programme will also include 2 days at our Kingsbury Outdoor Learning Centre. About: Targeted Support for Young People (TS4YP) hope to inspire young people to build the skills to manage their lives, and what it brings, through a creative, challenging and supportive approach. TS4YP has a unique method which is developed through a ‘youth work’ approach enabling the young person to develop holistically. Location Saltisford Office Park, Ansell Way, Warwick, CV34 4UL Phone 01926 742491 Email ts4ypreferralinbox@warwickshire.gov.uk

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NUNEATON AND BEDWORTH UP TO 12 MONTHS SUPPORT Progress Coaches will provide intensive 1-1 and group support to local young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) and those at risk of becoming NEET. This could involve activities to boost confidence and wellbeing, advice on education and training, support in building soft skills for the workplace, community volunteering and work placements to help build a CV. GROUNDWORK WEST MIDLANDS Groundwork West Midlandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Progress Coaches in Nuneaton and Bedworth will work with young people aged primarily 18-19, and up to 24 for those in or leaving care or with disabilities. About: Groundwork West Midlands is part of the Federation of Groundwork Trusts. We deliver local-level employment programmes alongside other community, social and environmental projects. We aim to help people and organisations make changes to create better neighbourhoods, to build skills and job prospects, and to live and work in a greener way. We work on hundreds of individual projects each year across the West Midlands, focusing our activity on communities where we can make a difference and create projects and services that benefit both people and the wider environment. Location Citibase, 101 Lockhurst Lane, Foleshill, Coventry, CV6 5SF Phone 0121 530 5500; 07554 014485 Email progressgwwm@groundwork.org.uk

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YOUNG PEOPLE FIRST Young People Firstâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Progress Coaches will work with young people in Nuneaton, primarily aged 15-17.

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FIRST About: Young People First supports youth groups and organisations, provides support for young people and provide training and support for practitioners across Warwickshire. We work with young people in groups and individually to support them to develop themselves, and to get to where they want to be. Location

Young People First, Jubilee House, Westlea Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV31 3JE

Phone 01926 450156 Email terri.groves@youngpeoplefirst.org.uk

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About: Hereward is a college for young people with disabilities and additional needs, offering inclusive provision and specialist facilities for both day and residential learners. Location Bramston Crescent, Tile Hill, Coventry, CV4 9SW Phone 02476 426143 Email Progress@hereward.ac.uk

TARGETED SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE (WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL) TS4YP provides a one day a week, 8 week group work programme which follows an employment related curriculum. It will be tailored to individuals and be supported by 1:1 sessions. The curriculum will cover such things as matching interests to jobs and training, CV writing, presenting yourself, dos and don’ts in the workplace, interviews, volunteering and work experience and careers advice. Each young person will have a personal programme and action plan focussing on their needs and desires. Each programme will also include 2 days at our Kingsbury Outdoor Learning Centre. About: Targeted Support for Young People (TS4YP) hope to inspire young people to build the skills to manage their lives, and what it brings, through a creative, challenging and supportive approach. TS4YP has a unique method which is developed through a ‘youth work’ approach enabling the young person to develop holistically. Location Saltisford Office Park, Ansell Way, Warwick, CV34 4UL Phone 01926 742491 Email ts4ypreferralinbox@warwickshire.gov.uk

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VALLEY HOUSE Valley House aims to work with young people who are emotionally vulnerable and with the highest level of risk and need, including those who are not engaging with others. Valley House will combine skills and experience in Youth Work, Counselling and Support to address the underlying emotional and psychological (such as mental health) and practical issues (such as housing) that prevent young people from accessing support and achieving their aspirations. Each young person will be offered personalised one-to-one support from a youth worker, both face-to-face as well as distance support via social media and telephone. The support is young person-led, voluntary and the youth worker will meet participants in the community or somewhere the young person feels comfortable. Self-referrals directly from young people will be accepted as well as referrals from professionals and family members. About: Valley House provide services enabling disadvantaged individuals and families who are often experiencing deep rooted, complex, practical and emotional/psychological needs, the opportunity to live independently and safely. We work alongside people to take control of their lives and create their own futures. Location Navigation Centre, 55-57 Bell Green Road, Coventry, CV6 7GQ Phone 024 76584899 Email Manjeet.stone@valleyhouse.org.uk

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RUGBY UP TO 12 MONTHS SUPPORT Progress Coaches will provide intensive 1-1 and group support to local young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) and those at risk of becoming NEET. This could involve activities to boost confidence and wellbeing, advice on education and training, support in building soft skills for the workplace, community volunteering and work placements to help build a CV. GROUNDWORK WEST MIDLANDS Groundwork West Midlandsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Progress Coaches in Rugby will work with young people aged 15-19, and up to 24 for those in or leaving care or with disabilities. About: Groundwork West Midlands is part of the Federation of Groundwork Trusts. We deliver local-level employment programmes alongside other community, social and environmental projects. We aim to help people and organisations make changes to create better neighbourhoods, to build skills and job prospects, and to live and work in a greener way. We work on hundreds of individual projects each year across the West Midlands, focusing our activity on communities where we can make a difference and create projects and services that benefit both people and the wider environment. Location Citibase, 101 Lockhurst Lane, Foleshill, Coventry, CV6 5SF Phone 0121 530 5500; 07554 014485 Email progressgwwm@groundwork.org.uk

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their needs and desires. Each programme will also include 2 days at our Kingsbury Outdoor Learning Centre. About: Targeted Support for Young People (TS4YP) hope to inspire young people to build the skills to manage their lives, and what it brings, through a creative, challenging and supportive approach. TS4YP has a unique method which is developed through a ‘youth work’ approach enabling the young person to develop holistically. Location Saltisford Office Park, Ansell Way, Warwick, CV34 4UL Phone 01926 742491 Email ts4ypreferralinbox@warwickshire.gov.uk

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STRATFORD UP TO 12 MONTHS SUPPORT Progress Coaches will provide intensive 1-1 and group support to local young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) and those at risk of becoming NEET. This could involve activities to boost confidence and wellbeing, advice on education and training, support in building soft skills for the workplace, community volunteering and work placements to help build a CV. HEART OF ENGLAND MENCAP Heart of England Mencap’s Progress Coach will work with young people with learning disabilities aged 15-24 years. They will support young people to develop employability skills, and enhance independence skills, helping them to build their confidence and self-esteem. About: Heart of England Mencap support people with learning disabilities across Warwickshire and Worcestershire, empowering and enabling individuals to live the life they choose. We focus on what an individual can do rather than their disability. Heart of England Mencap supports people within their own home and within extra care housing; offers a range of day opportunities that encourage involvement within the local community; provides services for people with complex needs and provides respite and short break services. Location

Suite 1, Clifford Mill, Clifford Chambers, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 8HW

Phone 01789 298709 Email nhillard@heartofenglandmencap.org.uk

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YOUNG PEOPLE FIRST Young People First’s Progress Coaches will work with young people aged 15 – 19 and up to 24 for those in or leaving care or with a disablity throughout the duration of the programme.

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Young People First, Jubilee House, Westlea Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV31 3JE

Phone 01926 450156 Email terri.groves@youngpeoplefirst.org.uk

UP TO 6 MONTHS SUPPORT HEREWARD COLLEGE Hereward College’s Progress Coach will work with individuals whose disabilities or learning difficulties create barriers to employment or job seeking. The Coach will support those individuals with understanding employment, the impact of employment on state benefit eligibility, assisting them with job seeking, developing employability skills and support in attending work. The Coach will also work with potential employers to broker employment opportunities, to raise awareness of the needs of those with learning difficulities and disabilities, and attend recruitment related activities.

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WARWICK UP TO 12 MONTHS SUPPORT Progress Coaches will provide intensive 1-1 and group support to local young people who are not in employment, education or training (NEET) and those at risk of becoming NEET. This could involve activities to boost confidence and wellbeing, advice on education and training, support in building soft skills for the workplace, community volunteering and work placements to help build a CV. HEART OF ENGLAND MENCAP Heart of England Mencap’s Progress Coach will work with young people with learning disabilities aged 15-24 years. They will support young people to develop employability skills, and enhance independence skills, helping them to build their confidence and self-esteem. About: Heart of England Mencap support people with learning disabilities across Warwickshire and Worcestershire, empowering and enabling individuals to live the life they choose. We focus on what an individual can do rather than their disability. Heart of England Mencap supports people within their own home and within extra care housing; offers a range of day opportunities that encourage involvement within the local community; provides services for people with complex needs and provides respite and short break services. Location

Suite 1, Clifford Mill, Clifford Chambers, Stratford upon Avon, CV37 8HW

Phone 01789 298709 Email nhillard@heartofenglandmencap.org.uk

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YOUNG PEOPLE FIRST Young People First’s Progress Coaches will work with young people aged 15 – 19 and up to 24 for those in or leaving care or with a disibility.

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About: Young People First supports youth groups and organisations, provides support for young people and provide training and support for practitioners across Warwickshire. We work with young people in groups and individually to support them to develop themselves, and to get to where they want to be. All of our training is based around a set of clear learning objectives providing meaningful and interactive sessions designed to ensure that learners are engaged and inspired. Location

Young People First, Jubilee House, Westlea Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV31 3JE

Phone 01926 450156 Email terri.groves@youngpeoplefirst.org.uk

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SPECIALIST SUPPORT These organisations are offering specialist support to young people working with the partners providing 6 or 12 months coaching support.

Coventry Citizens Advice Coventry City Council Innovating Minds CIC Motorvate UK Team Springboard The Learn2 Group Values Education for Life Voluntary Action Coventry Young People First

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Warwick

Stratford

Rugby

Nuneaton & Bedworth

North Warwickshire

Coventry

DELIVERY LOCATIONS: SPECIALIST SUPPORT

COVENTRY CITIZENS ADVICE Coventry Citizens Adviceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specialist provision will support young people to develop the individual living skills needed to improve their chances of work. The programme will be delivered through hands on training and 1-2-1 support in a range of subjects including: Budgeting and Banking; Benefits Advice; Practical Home Skills; Knowing Your Rights and Responsibilities; Healthy Lifestyles; Improving Your Chances of Finding Work. About: Coventry Citizens Advice has been part of the fabric of the city for nearly 75 years. It is one of the largest and most well-known Third Sector organisations in the city, with a reputation for high quality provision of advice services. Location Kirby House, Little Park St, Coventry CV1 2JZ Phone 02476 252056; 07949263284 Email kgalsinh@coventrycab.org.uk

COVENTRY CITY COUNCIL Coventry City Councilâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Job Coach will be providing 1:1 job support to all young people aged 15-24 who are eligible for Progress. About: The Employment Team located in the Job Shop are part of Coventry City Council and provide a range of employment support and access to exclusive job vacancies to all Coventry residents who are looking for work. We have been successfully delivering Employment and Skills programmes for many years, and offering our expertise and resources to support customers into work, training and employment opportunities. Location The Job Shop, 1 Bull Yard, Coventry, CV1 1LH Phone 024 7678 5740 Email Odette.Chittem@coventry.gov.uk

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INNOVATING MINDS CIC Innovating Minds offer evidence-based psychological interventions such as cognitive behaviour therapy and behaviour activation therapy. The approach is tailored to each case and delivered by qualified, experienced professionals who will challenge perceived barriers and encourage aspiration. The offer includes one to one therapy sessions, anxiety management group programme and managing low mood and depression group programme. About: Innovating Minds CIC provides specialist accessible psychological support for young people who face barriers to education, training and employment because of mental health related difficulties, such as depression and anxiety disorders. They use an early intervention model, providing bespoke services to help young people recognise their talent and promote mental health. Location Tyler House, Stratford-Upon-Avon Phone 07460 672234 Email progress@innovatingmindscic.com

THE LEARN2 GROUP Learn2 deliver two distinct packages of specialist support for Progress. Small group English and Maths skills is delivered to young people across Coventry and Warwickshire in local, accessible, community locations. Flexible Employability Support for young people in Warwickshire is also available, targeting those who need additional support in accessing employment. About: Learn2 deliver English, Maths, Employability and certificated qualifications within small, nurturing educational environments, where we are able to both upskill and increase learnersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; self-confidence and self-esteem, moving them closer to their overall objective of a sustained positive progression.

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Location The LEC. 213 Walsgrave Road, CV2 4HH Phone

07746 356 216

Email progress@the.lec.org.uk

MOTORVATE UK Motorvate UK are offering a range of courses around driving, construction, cycle maintenance, a Positive Psychology course and other experiences designed to improve confidence and skills. About: Motorvate UK is an educational training provider based in Coventry. We specialise in structured motor vehicle training courses and construction courses. Our learners come from schools city wide and are usually those students disengaged from education or on the verge of exclusion from school with very low academic achievements. Motorvate UK is the winner of the Coventry Telegraph Business Award â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Contribution to the Community 2016â&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Location Hillfields Hub, 1 Clarence Street, Hillfields, Coventry, CV1 5SS Phone 02476 555 999 Email phil@motorvate.co.uk or jason@motorvate.co.uk

TEAM SPRINGBOARD Team Springboard CIC offers horticultural sessions for young people aged 15-24. Sessions cover basic gardening, garden maintenance and offer the opportunity to build raised beds and composters out of recycled materials. Courses are tailored to the requirements and interests of the participants and can be delivered on a 1-2-1 basis or in small groups. Young people will develop an understanding of plant and vegetable growing (and eating!), social skills, communication skills, team building and confidence.

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About: Team Springboard CIC is a Social Enterprise supporting people to remove barriers and live more fulfilled lives by offering employment, training and volunteering opportunities to those most disadvantaged, reducing social isolation and improving health and well-being. These opportunities are delivered through our Gardening, Handy-person and Upcycling enterprises. Location Orchard House, Sparkbrook Street, Coventry, CV1 5LB Phone

02476 015005 or 07740 320361

Email kirstie@teamspringboard.co.uk

VALUES EDUCATION FOR LIFE Initially each young person’s cognitive and emotional needs will be assessed through the use of a small battery of tests that will evaluate the current stage/level of development within the areas of reasoning and emotional literacy. This will provide some specific diagnostic assessment of areas of weakness which may form barriers to social inclusion, including the world of ‘work’. Each young person will work through a twelve session programme aimed at developing identified areas of weakness. The programme specifically supports areas of human cognitive and affective development which includes Empathy, Motivation, Self-awareness, Self-Regulation, Social Skills, Affiliation, Property, Contract, Law, Life, and Justice. About: Values Education for Life provides an alternative to mainstream education for young people aged 11-19 who are at risk of social exclusion due to a co-morbidity of disorders or social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Location Community House, Coleshill Road, Atherstone, CV9 1BN Phone 01827 711425 Email david.rowse@vefl.co.uk

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VOLUNTARY ACTION COVENTRY The VSquad Supported Volunteering Programme provides: • Support to increase confidence and skills • One to one and group sessions to help participants find a voluntary role that meets their needs and interests • Taster volunteering sessions • Help to fill in forms and prepare for voluntary placement interviews • Accredited and non-accredited training • On-going support to help participants settle into their role About: Voluntary Action Coventry offers support to both individuals and organisations to encourage voluntary activity throughout Coventry. Location 29 Warwick Road, Coventry, CV1 2ES Phone 024 7622 0381 Email info@vacoventry.org.uk

YOUNG PEOPLE FIRST Young People First offers a range of courses including a ‘Working with Children and Young People’ traineeship; a ‘Step into Catering’ course; counselling services; provision for young parents and a residential discovery course.

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About: Young People First wants children and young people to have access to the best supportive adults as possible in their communities. To do this they develop and deliver a wide range of training and development opportunities to anyone working with – or thinking about working with – children and/or young people. All of the training is based around a set of clear learning objectives providing meaningful and interactive sessions designed to ensure that learners are engaged and inspired. Location

Young People First, Jubilee House, Westlea Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire CV31 3JE

Phone 01926 450156 Email terri.groves@youngpeoplefirst.org.uk

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SO, LET’S GET TALKING! To find out more about Progress or to make a referral, please get in touch using the details below. You can also contact partners directly by looking them up in this directory.  Progress, Groundwork UK, Lockside, 5 Scotland Street, Birmingham B1 2RR  0121 237 5882  Progress@groundwork.org.uk  www.groundwork.org.uk/progress  #BBOProgress

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A FUTURE WORTH WORKING FOR

Progress is a Building Better Opportunities project funded by the Big Lottery Fund and European Social Fund, co-ordinated by Groundwork UK alongside a partnership of specialist youth organisations.