If you live in the East of England and are looking for a way to get your life working, we have lots of options. Use the links in this section to find out more.
Out of work, out of options and bored to tears? Join our Team. On a Prince's Trust Team course, you'll pick up skills, qualifications, confidence, new mates and much more.
Got a business idea, but need cash? If you are aged 18-30 and unemployed, our business programme could help you get yourself up and running. The programme can lend you money and provide plenty of other support.
Does youth work appeal to you? Youth Steps is a programme that enables you to begin a career in youth work. If you are unemployed and aged 18-25, you could be eligible. Find out more about Youth Steps, and some young people who have taken the course.
Get Into... courses in the East of England
Get Into... is a short course that helps young people develop skills and opens up employment opportunities in specific sectors.
During 2008 and 2009 in the East of England there will be the chance to Get Into... Construction, Retail, Lifeguarding, Logistics, Water, Hospitality, Social Care and Youth Work. We will have over 210 places available.
Courses will last 3–4 weeks, and will include work experience, skills and qualifications to help with getting a job after the course finishes. For more information, please call 01438 730 520.
Get Into course in the East of England are funded by LSC and ESF Skills for Jobs.
The Prince's Trust - Community Cash Advert Natwest
Got a good idea for a project in your community?
From starting radio stations to building drop-in centres, a Community Cash Award could provide the money to make it happen.
A good place to turn to in Essex, Southend and Thurrock
Connexions focuses on information for young people, parents and carers. You'll find advice on health matters, money, relationships, learning, citizenship and much more at www.estconnexions.co.uk
The Prince's Trust currently runs 59 xl clubs across the East of England.
"I’ve got more confidence and I’m better at teamwork. I’ve enjoyed it so much that I want to do it again."
Suffolk Fire & Rescue took Holywells High School xl club through their paces on a six week fire-fighting course. Read more
Contact us
For information, advice or guidance on how The Prince's Trust can help, contact 0800 842842 or alternatively:
The Prince's Trust Suite 4, Premier House 1-5 Argyle Way Stevenage Hertfordshire SG1 2AD tel: 01438 730 520 fax: 01438 316 884 webinfoea@princes-trust.org.uk download map
