Last month, a youth hub opened at OurPlace in Huyton, operated by Merseyside Youth Association (MYA). The hub is part of a Government programme where young people will benefit from expanded employment support delivered through a further 80 new Youth Hubs.
Youth Hubs bring together Jobcentre Plus, local authority services, employers and training providers under one roof to support young people.
As part of this expansion, every Youth Hub will meet a set of minimum standards, ensuring young people can access on-site jobcentre support alongside mental health and housing support, skills and training opportunities, careers guidance and direct connections to employers with live job and apprenticeship opportunities.
MYA Youth Hub in Huyton is dedicated to providing support and opportunities to unemployed young people aged 18 to 24 in receipt of Universal Credit.
One-to-one specialist support is available, as well as workshops and focus groups which are aimed at building skills, knowledge and confidence. There’s also health and wellbeing support, a weekly job club offering information and support, CV development and interview guidance, application support, and helping young people to connect with employers. Plus, there’s also opportunities to network, try new activities and chill and chat.
The offer and timetable at OurPlace are regularly reviewed and updated to ensure they are meeting local needs.
For a Referral, either speak to your Current Job Coach in the Department for Work and Pensions or email GinaB@MYA.org.uk to organise a meeting to discuss signing up and meeting the eligibility for some tailored support!