Life after Year 11

Year 11s have almost completed this stage of their education, and whist there is still some uncertainty, there are new and exciting times ahead. Young people are likely to have an offer of further education from a local college or sixth form or they may be seeking an apprenticeship or other work based training programme. 

Whichever pathway is next, they are also likely to be seeking a part time job to earn some additional cash. To help your young person, below is a list of key documents and information they will need in order to move into further education, apprenticeships or a part time job.

Please note, the information below is not an exhaustive list and more information can be found on our Find My Future section

ID

Ideally a Birth Certificate and/or valid Passport (this needs to be in date and can take a few weeks to be returned once an application is submitted)

Birth Certificate 

If you need a replacement and were born in Salford you can order a replacement birth certificate. The fee is £20 to £28. You can also call 0161 793 2500.

Passport

Your young person will need to collect an application form from the Post Office or complete the passport application online.  They will need a birth certificate before applying for this.

A supporting school letter for ID - If your young person does not have any ID and is struggling to get a birth certificate or passport, then you can request a supporting letter from their last school they attended. The school staff being asked to provide this information should know the young person well and detail the length of time they have known the young person and also at which home address. This can often help when trying to open a bank account, however cannot be used for passport applications. 

Bank account

Most banks will offer a 16 year old a basic current account. It is often easier for them to open an account where their parent/carer already has one. However, with the right ID any bank should be able to help.

This needs to be open before a young person starts college, an apprenticeship or employment.

National Insurance Number (NI)

This is usually sent to every young person just before their sixteenth birthday. Cards are no longer sent, just a letter with the full NI number. If your young person has lost the number/letter or did not receive one you can request a National Insurance Number.

CV 

Some employers will ask your young person for an up to date CV. This needs to include their education history as well as any work related experiences. This does not have to be formal work experience, it could also include projects they have completed in school and any work shadowing, trips to businesses. Example Traditional CV or why not try a CV using slides on PowerPoint? You can cover each section that a traditional CV has such as profile, education, work history, hobbies and so on, but also include images. For an example of a digital CV, email jordi.matthews@salford.gov.uk

Email address

Every young person needs a professional email address which can be created using one of the main accounts such as Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook and so on. Please ensure it is one that is suitable for employers to have and keep a note of the login details!

Social media 

Most employers can and will check an applicant’s Facebook/Twitter accounts either before, during or after a person has started working for them. Please ensure your young person has an appropriate profile picture and ensure their privacy settings are appropriately set.

Young people should avoid putting any negative/offensive statuses or comments.

Interview clothes

Young people should dress appropriately for any college, apprenticeship or job interview. For most cases it should be formal dress, however there are some cases where a more casual dress is acceptable, so it is best to check with the organisation beforehand.

  • If your young person does not have any formal clothing that is suitable, they could attend in their school uniform.  This should be clean and smart.
  • If they need funds to buy interview clothes, please ask them to speak to their school or careers advisor who maybe be able to advise on who can help. Alternatively contact employability@catch-22.org.uk

Our Pass

This is a free bus pass for all 16 and 17 year olds (usage from September after they have left school). Apply for an Our Pass online, or by going to your nearest bus station. ID will be required and a £10 admin fee for the year. 

Child Benefit

Your Child Benefit stops on 31 August on or after your child’s sixteenth birthday if they leave education or training. However you will usually get a letter to explain how you can continue to receive child benefit if your child remains in education after Year 11.

Child Benefit can continue if your child stays in approved education or training, but you must tell the Child Benefit Office.

Salford City College

  • City Skills 0161 631 5164
  • Eccles College 0161 631 5108
  • Future Skills at MediaCityUK 0161 631 5110
  • Pendleton Sixth Form College 0161 631 5020
  • Worsley College 0161 631 5116

Get the latest college enrolment information from Salford City College for 2022 school leavers.

Admissions Team - 0161 631 5050 or at admissions@salfordcc.ac.uk

View pre-enrolment learning information or tasks.

For other colleges please visit their websites for the most current information.

Connexions

Information and guidance for young people aged 16 or 17 and not in any form of education, employment or training.

Salford Connexions Service - 0161 393 4500 to make an appointment to see/speak to an advisor or contact them on Facebook  or Twitter

National Careers Service

National Careers Service provide online and telephone support to young people under the age of 18.

Mental health

Here are some examples of support that is available. More information (for all age groups) from these and different providers, can be found on our Find My Future webpages

  • Young Minds - The UK’s leading charity empowering parents and children and young people to improving emotional wellbeing and emotional health. Tel: 0808 802 5542
  • 42nd Street – young people can register for help online or call 0161 228 7321
  • Kooth  Online counselling and emotional well-being support that is available to any young person who may be struggling with their mental health.
  • SHOUT - A confidential 24/7 text service offering advice for anyone struggling with a host of issues, including: anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, abuse or assault, self-harm, bullying or relationship issues.
  • SilverCloud - Offers online programmes for adults (16 years+) to help ease your levels of stress, sleep better or to build resilience.

Summer provision

Riding to Success - Manchester Bike Kitchen

Salford City Council in conjunction with Manchester Bike Kitchen. Based at Peel Park Pavilion, Little Hulton. Bicycle maintenance and employability skills, starting Tuesday 21 June 2022 – two days per week for five weeks. Up to £100 in vouchers based on attendance. Aimed at Year 11 leavers or those aged 16 to 18 that are not in education employment or training (NEET).

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622.

Riding to Success - Nationwide Cycling Academy

Salford City Council in conjunction with Nationwide Cycling Academy. Based at Albert Park, Salford. Bicycle maintenance and employability skills, starting 21 July 2022 – two days per week for five weeks. Up to £100 in vouchers based on attendance. Aimed at Year 11 leavers or 16 to 18 not in education employment or training (NEET).

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622

Phoenix She’s Punching - female fitness

Salford City Council in conjunction with Eccles Boxing Gym. Based at Bridgewater Mill, Eccles. Female fitness, confidence, and mental wellbeing, starting 18 July 2022 – two days per week for six weeks. Up to £120 in vouchers based on attendance. Aimed at Year 11 leavers or 16 to 18 not in education employment or training (NEET).

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622

Phoenix He’s Punching - male fitness

Salford City Council in conjunction with Eccles Boxing Gym. Based at Bridgewater Mill, Eccles. Male fitness, confidence, and mental wellbeing, starting 20 July 2022 – two days per week for six weeks. Up to £120 in vouchers based on attendance. Aimed at Year 11 leavers or 16 to 18 not in education employment or training (NEET).

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622

Multisport and Public Services

Salford City Council in conjunction with Edintervention. Based at Albion St, Swinton. Multisports / Public Service and employability skills, starting 26 July 2022 – two days per week for five weeks. Up to £100 in vouchers based on attendance. Aimed at Year 11 leavers or 16 to 18 not in education employment or training (NEET).

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622

Hair and Beauty

Salford City Council in conjunction with CSIN. Based at Bright St, Eccles. Hair and beauty skills, starting 19 July 2022 – two days per week for five weeks. Up to £100 in vouchers based on attendance. Aimed at Year 11 leavers or 16 to 18 not in education employment or training (NEET).

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622

Construction - Wates and Seddons

Salford City Council in conjunction with Wates and Seddons. Based at Little Hulton Family Hub – Longshaw Drive. Construction tasters and employability skills, starting 25 July 2022 – two days per week for five weeks. Vouchers and toolkit on completion of the programme. Aimed at Year 11 leavers or 16 to 18 not in education employment or training (NEET).

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622

Construction - Keepmoat

Based at St Sebastians Community Centre, Pendleton. Construction tasters and employability skills, starting 25 July 2022 – two days per week for six weeks. Vouchers and toolkit on completion of the programme. Aimed at Year 11 leavers or 16 to 18 not in education employment or training (NEET).

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622

Be College Ready

Salford City Council in conjunction with Salford City College. Based at Worsley College. Various sessions including arts and crafts, yoga/mindfulness, pizza making, healthy lifestyles and more. Starting 18 July 2022 – two days per week for three weeks. Aimed at Year 11 leavers.

Interested? Contact gavin.armstrong@careerconnect.org.uk or call 07896 292622

Sharks Futures

Employability, work experience and personal development programme aimed at Year 11 Leavers and Year 12, based in Little Hulton. Starting on 1 August 2022 for five weeks. Vouchers for full attendance.

Interested? Contact Des.Howlett@salesharks.com or 0161 679928 / 07909 145123

Salford Foundation

Gain a nationally recognised award with the National Citizen Service progrmame. Based in Salford aimed at Year 11 Leavers and Year 12.

Interested? Contact john.damen@salfordfoundation.org.uk or call 07903 853764                           

Growth Co - Salford

Leslie Hough Way, starting 1 August 2022 for up to 30 days, Bursary payments up to £40 based on attendance. Aimed at ages 16 to  18.

Interested? Contact pauline.blackshaw@gceducationandskills.ac.uk or call 07783 169154 / 0161 674 9664                           

YMCA

Horticulture, childcare, warehousing and storage in Salford. Starting 1 August 2022, bursary available, aimed at ages 16 to 18.

Interested? Contact vivianne.allen@ymca.co.uk or call 07464982406 / 0161 737 6699

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