Our Young Persons Team is dedicated to helping local young people aged 16 to 24 access employment, training or education opportunities. Our experienced team provides personalised support and guidance, available in-person in local community settings, online, or over the phone all with the ultimate aim of facilitating successful employment.

Young People N2 Work

This course focuses on the ultimate objective of securing employment. It offers comprehensive support for identifying skills, strengths, motivations, and next steps. This initiative includes assistance in crafting effective CVs, refining interview skills, and offering valuable guidance for pursuing an apprenticeship or employment.

StepsN2Work

StepsN2Work provide a variety of employment and training opportunities for young people aged 16-24 residing within West Lothian.

West Lothian Jobs Fund

This StepsN2Work programme creates 6 month paid training placements within a West Lothian Council service. As well as getting experience in a real job setting, young people will receive a £500 training allowance. This allowance will enable young people to undertake training matched to the career path they would like to follow after the West Lothian Job Fund place is complete.

Graduate Work Experience

The StepsN2Work initiative is designed to assist graduates under the age of 25 residing in West Lothian who are currently unemployed or underemployed. It provides an opportunity for them to gain valuable work experience through a paid placement within a West Lothian Council service, with the aim of achieving sustainable, full time employment in their preferred career field.

To request more information, please email access2employment@westlothian.gov.uk or complete our registration form here.

Client Feedback

Click the arrows below to view feedback from clients that have benefited from our Young Person Support.

Infographic with the following quote from our client Tia, "“I'm now a lot more confident and there is a massive difference in how I feel when doing things that usually make me nervous like meeting new people. I also felt more confident when applying for jobs and wasn't as anxious when it came to interviews.” There is also a small picture of two people shaking hands
Infographic with the following quote from our client Usman: "“It gave me more confidence in myself especially when it came to presenting myself. I am more confident in my ability and skill set.” There is also a small picture of a CV.
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