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For young people 

We are proud to offer activities and support designed especially for the young people living in our communities.

Nene Park Ranger experience

Do you enjoy spending time outdoors in nature or have a passion for horticulture? Perhaps you feel a bit low on confidence and are looking to enhance your communication skills?

Immerse yourself in the world of a Park Ranger and learn skills like:

  • Coppicing trees
  • Maintaining and caring for tools
  • Planting trees
  • Woodwork
  • Conducting reptile surveys

The course will run for ten weeks across a number of different sites in Peterborough, working with the Nene Park Trust and Froglife. We can support you with travel costs if you need it and all safety equipment will be provided.

Starting 11 February and running every Tuesday, between 1pm and 3:30pm, for ten weeks. You will need to attend every session to pass.

You must be aged between 18 and 24 years old and not currently in education, employment and training.

Sign up to the Nene Park Ranger experience

Watch our video to find out more:

Employability skills for young people

We have a programme of support tailored specifically for anyone under 25 who is looking to get into work. You'll join one of our Careers Clubs and get one-to-one support with the skills you need.

If you are in receipt of benefits we will also refer you into the introduction to work programme with Jobcentre Peterborough. This is a four day programme of employability training and support that has the potential to lead to pre-apprentice job roles. 

 

Young persons drop in 

Every Thursday, 12pm - 4pm at the Westwood Community Hub.

Are you a young person who has recently left the care system? If so, don't miss our Peterborough care leavers drop in, where you can access:

  • Courses around employment and mental health
  • Help with budgeting
  • Support from the Leaving Care Team
  • Housing support
  • A free meal and a drink

To find out more simply complete the enquiry form or call 01733 385000 (option 6).

Enquire about care leavers support

 

Mental health support for young people 

You can access specific support and advice for young people and parents at Young Minds, the UK’s leading charity fighting for children and young people's mental health.

If you're under 19, you can also call 0800 1111 to talk to Childline. The number will not appear on your phone bill.