Education & Personal DevelopmentAges 16+ · Post-16

Careers, Skills & Employability

Opening doors to careers and long-term opportunity.

What is the programme about?

Next Phase is our careers and employability strand — connecting young people with employers, training providers, apprenticeship opportunities and career insight. We work with businesses across Newark & Sherwood to provide work experience, employer talks, mentoring and direct employment pathways. Our employer partners are not simply funders — they are active participants in creating opportunities for the young people we work with.

What we offer

  • Work experience placements with local and regional employers
  • Apprenticeship pathways and training provider links
  • Employer talks, career insight and mentoring
  • Connections to colleges and further education providers
  • Employer partners actively engaged in programme delivery

The benefits to you

  • Gain real work experience with local and regional employers
  • Explore apprenticeship and training routes beyond school
  • Build connections with employers who are actively hiring
  • Develop the skills and confidence to take the next step

How to get involved

Next Phase is open to young people aged 16 and over. Contact us to find out about current opportunities, employer events and how to get involved.

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