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Guide for Referral Agencies

Around one in five young people in the UK are not in work, education or training. Youth unemployment costs the UK economy £10 million a day in lost productivity, while youth crime costs £1 billion every year.

If you know any young people who are unemployed, unexcited and unsure of their future, we have something to get them going: the Team programme.

Who is the programme for?

The Team Programme is for UK residents aged 16-25 who are unemployed. It’s free and will not affect receipt of Jobseeker’s Allowance. It’s ideal for those whose lack of confidence or qualifications is holding them back.

What happens on the course?

Young people will, amongst other things:

  • be part of a team of up to 15 people for 12 weeks,

  • take on community projects which they choose, fundraise for and deliver,

  • attend an action-packed residential week,

  • and complete two weeks’ individual work experience.

What are the benefits?

  • Practical life skills

  • A new group of friends

  • Career advice and help with job-hunting

  • The chance to make a difference in the local community

  • A nationally recognized qualification(s)

  • Improved chances of moving into a job, education or training

Team Dates 2012

PDF IconPrinces Trust Team Dates 2012

For further information about Team please contact the Delivery Partner Manager:

Or if you have a general enquiry about The Prince’s Trust, please contact the Programme Executive:

How you can get involved

Throughout the programme there are a number of ways you can get involved to support more young people to get into work and or/ education.

  • Pre–Team: Making referrals
    We endeavour to reach as many young people as possible. If you know of anyone who you feel is suitable for the 12 week programme please refer them to us and spread the word.

  • Weeks 3–6: Community Project
    During weeks 3-6 the Team carries out a Community Project. Previous examples include developing a sensory garden at a school or renovating a room at a care home. If you know of any projects that would really benefit from a makeover or if you can donate any tools, paint, equipment please contact the Team staff.

  • Weeks 7–8: Individual Work Placements
    Each Team member completes an individual two week work placement with the aim of adding to their CV and gaining invaluable experience. If you can a offer work placement it would help a young person get a feel for the industry and hopefully gain a reference to help them succeed.

  • Week 9: Looking to the Future
    Week 9 is focused on each young person’s ‘next step’ after the end of Team. They will carry out mock interviews, apply for jobs and research their chosen work or education option. If you can add anything to this week – a development workshop or opportunity for young people to find out about a new job sector/course option – please do get in touch.

  • Weeks 10–11: Team Challenges
    In weeks 10 – 11 the Team complete challenges where they can put all their skills into practice. It should be both mentally and physically challenging and involve caring for other people. Some examples are working in a residential home or working with people with learning difficulties. If you have any ideas for a great Team Challenge please let us know.

  • Week 12: Final Presentation
    The best way to find out about the Team programme is to attend a final presentation delivered by the Team members. To be added to our invite list please email ptt@lfrs.org.

Other ways to get involved:

  • Secondments
    We are always looking for additions to our staff Team, could you become a seconded Assistant Team Leader?

  • Progression Mentors
    These volunteers provide invaluable support to young people by working with them post-Team to achieve their goals of work, education or training.

Contact Ellen Jackson for further details on any of the above.