SERVICE DETAILS
What
Moving Forward provides person-centred support for young people who are not in education or employment and require assistance to make those next steps. Through 1-1 caseworker support and occasional group work, the aim is to build confidence and resilience, and promote autonomy.
Support is on a range of areas, including motivational support, health and wellbeing, practical advice, skill-building, support into further education, career guidance, CV creation and tailoring, application support, interview preparation, and more. Caseworkers work collaboratively with the young person to identify their interests and goals, and together plan how to overcome any challenges on their way to reaching a positive destination.
Moving Forward also supports young people to engage in their community through hobbies or volunteering.
Through engaging with Moving Forward, young people may also be entitled to £30 a week EMA payment.
This service is run in conjunction with NOLB Stage 1 Moving Forward for Parents (see here). Referrals are via schools or SDS. If you wish, you can also contact Access to Industry for further information here.
Who
This is a Service for people aged 16-19 (25, if care experienced). Young people are referred by schools in clusters 1 & 3:
- Cluster 1: Boroughmuir High School, James Gillespie's High School, St Thomas of Aquin's RC High School, Tynecastle High School, Gorgie Mills
- Cluster 3: Forrester High School, St Augustine’s High School, Craigmount High School
When
Moving Forward supports young people for up to 12 months. It aims to provide weekly 1:1 sessions where possible.
Why
We believe that with person-centred support, young people can build their confidence and reach their potential.
Where
Moving Forward is delivered face-to-face in suitable locations within the community. In addition, it offers remote support via phone and online sessions through Zoom, WhatsApp or Microsoft Teams.
