Supporting the future careers and aspirations of unemployed young people in Brent.
We’re here to help!
Brent Youth Futures (formerly Brent Connexions) provides information, advice and guidance to support the future career and aspirations of young people in Brent who are not in education, employment or training. Our free service can be accessed from drop-in centres across Brent.
Designed by young people for young people. Brent Youth Futures will make young people feel hopeful and we will do this through being:
- Respectful.
- Welcoming.
- Open, honest and authentic.
- Passionate.
- Supportive.
Our advisers can help with:
- Post-16 options.
- One-to-one careers guidance interviews.
- Developing employability skills.
- CV building support.
- Job application support.
- Interview techniques and preparation.
- Careers information relating to specific roles and sectors.
- Making referrals to providers offering opportunities such as apprenticeships, volunteering, and forms of training.
- Employability masterclass sessions in partnership with local employers.
- Signposting to outside support agencies.
- Transition events for young people with SEND.
Real Lives, Real Change.
“I’ve finished the three-day course with Prince’s Trust and I think it went amazing. Thank you for referring me”.
“They took time and really listened to me and my problems and my family situation. She helped me alot”.
“Very helpful, he listened and spoke to me about many options, we come up with a good plan and I am pleased”.
Download our free resources
Download our free resources which can help you explore potential career paths, practice for job interviews, and prepare you for challenging interview questions designed and tested by Shaw Trust.
Are you eligible?
- Aged 16-18 (up to 25 with a learning difficulty or disability).
- Living in the Brent area.
- Not in Employment, Education and / or Training.
How to enquire?
Submit your enquiry below or alternatively contact the team on 020 8438 1650 or email us at brentcc@shaw-trust.org.uk and the team can arrange an appointment at a suitable location.
