Brentford FC Community Sports Trust is delighted to be part of an exciting new programme which will provide 16-24 year olds that are struggling to find work, with the key skills and experience to find meaningful employment.
The EFL in the Community Training Ground programme is aimed at young people who are struggling to get that critical first step on the employment ladder. The initiative is aimed at young people that are trapped in the vicious circle of not being able to find meaningful employment because they do not have the skills or experience that they can only gain by being in work.
Debbie Cook, Director of Community for the charitable arm of EFL said “This is a unique opportunity for young people to overcome barriers and unlock their potential
They will be supported through our Training Ground programme which provides practical support and training, alongside mentoring and wellbeing activities that will increase the confidence of participants.”
Programme Overview
The 12-week programme looks after the body and mind, combining both developing employability skills and improving health and wellbeing. Employability is developed by teaching key skills such as team building, interpersonal skills and CV writing. The health and wellbeing element of the programme combines physical health activity with mental health support.
This project is funded by the UK Government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund is a central pillar of the UK Government’s Levelling Up agenda and provides £2.6 billion of funding for local investment by March 2025. The Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place, supporting local business, and people and skills.
Eligibility of Candidates
Aged between 16 – 24
Not in education, employment or training.
GLA4 - Barnet Brent Ealing Hammersmith and Fulham Harrow Hillingdon Hounslow
GLA3 - Croydon Kingston upon Thames Merton Richmond upon Thames Sutton
Right to live and work in the United Kingdom
What you will gain from the programme
The programme is split into weekly physical activity and lifestyle sessions emphasising training. This includes 1-2 hours per week physical activity, one-on-one mentoring, group sessions and healthy lifestyle educational learning.
Bi-Weekly Employability Workshops: The opportunity to develop employability skills including job searching techniques, CV writing and interview skills alongside the development of interpersonal skills.
The job market is competitive and this programme will equip participants with the right preparation to develop employability skills and grow in confidence when approaching employers.
Timelines
The Trust is welcoming sign-ups from August 2024 through to February 2025, with all cohorts completed by the end of April 2025. Sessions will either take place at our Community Stadium Hub located next to Brentford's Gtech Community Stadium, or we can facilitate online meetings and a hybrid approach. Flexible meeting patterns can be provided to accommodate all candidates after enrolment.
Enrol Here
To sign up for the Training Ground Programme please click here.