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We have so many great courses for young people aged 16-30 to get involved in. Courses are free and give people the tools to build their confidence, find a job or start their own business.
Front cover of the CYPSP Children and Young People’s Strategic Partnership ‘Children & Young People’s Resource Pack – Easter 2026 Edition’. The design features pastel-coloured triangular bunting along the top, the CYPSP logo in the centre, soft blue title text, and three illustrated Easter eggs in pink, blue, and yellow at the bottom
Hop into Easter with the new Edition of Children & Young People’s Resource Pack! 🐇💛
Packed with egg‑cellent crafts, wellbeing tools, disability and bereavement support, safety tips and so much more — it’s full of ideas to make the season fun, colourful and supportive for everyone.
Explore it, download it & share it to spread some Easter positivity! 🌼
Download your free copy at: https://cypsp.hscni.net/download/426/cyp-resource-pack/47763/cyp-resource-pack-easter-2026.pdf
(Note: Newsletter will download directly to your device. Look out for the pop-up box and click on open file when it appears).
Resources and activities are free and in the public domain.
The Children’s Service Planning Team
Please find information below outlining Clanrye Group Skills for Life & Work, Youth Academy and Apprenticeships NI programmes:
This programme is designed for young people aged 16–17, or up to 22 years old if they have a recognised learning difficulty or disability, and up to 25 if they are care experienced. We have expanded the range of occupational areas available, which now include:
In addition to vocational training, the curriculum includes:
Participants will also gain work experience with local businesses, tailored to individual needs to ensure a positive and educational experience.
The timetable incorporates weekly workshops and activities focused on mental well-being, resilience, and employability through interactive sessions, external courses, and community projects.
Subject to Department approval, trainees may avail of taxi transport for training or work placements.
Attendance is:
Clanrye Group Skills for Life & Work Flyer
This is an accelerated version of the standard programme, designed to be completed within one year. While all terms and conditions remain the same, this option offers one vocational qualification:
Alongside this, participants complete Essential Skills, Personal Development, and Employability modules.
We currently have groups based at:
Depending on demand, we may expand to Armagh and Banbridge.
Clanrye Group Youth Academy Flyer
ApprenticeshipsNI allows individuals to gain a recognised qualification while working and earning. Participants develop practical skills with an employer while completing a fully funded Level 2 apprenticeship in their chosen industry.
We offer Apprenticeships in the below vocational areas:
Clanrye Group Apprenticeships NI Flyer
Clanrye Group Apprenticeships NI Flyer
You can find more information about both options and other Clanrye programmes on our website https://www.clanryegroup.com/.
Red banner featuring the King’s Trust logo on the left, showing a white stylised crown with three circular figures above it. To the right, white text reads ‘The King’s Trust Newsletter’ and below it ‘Northern Ireland, March 2026’
We have so many great courses for young people aged 16-30 to get involved in. Courses are free and give people the tools to build their confidence, find a job or start their own business.
A red banner featuring the King’s Trust logo on the left, showing a stylized white crown-like symbol above the words ‘KingsTrust.’ On the right, white text reads ‘The King’s Trust Newsletter’ with ‘Northern Ireland, February 2026’ below.
Employment opportunities with Mount Charles
King’s Trust free even gives young people the chance to interview for a role with Mount Charles, one of the top support service employers in the country, who provide a full range of catering, cleaning, events and vending services.
