Steps Ahead Mentoring
Become a Steps Ahead mentor and help a jobseeker build their confidence and find work
Young people
Support young people as they think about their careers and take their first steps into the workplace
Far too many young people remain unprepared for the world of work. In the current context of the economic crisis we are now facing, this only looks to worsen. To tackle this, we have a number of key initiatives, to help young people understand more about the world of work, from mentoring to careers advice.
The more opportunities that exist for young people to interact with employers the more likely they are to avoid becoming NEET (not in employment, education, and training). Our members are well placed to bring the world of work to life for young people, highlight career opportunities and help them understand what’s expected of them in the workplace. In this way, our volunteers are helping to create the diverse and inclusive workplaces of the future.
Being an Enterprise Adviser has provided fantastic insight into education and young people and has been a fulfilling volunteering role to take on. I’ve been able to develop my understanding of different subject matters, labour market insight, the impact that local business has on younger generations and the need to develop that support. I’ve taken learning back into the workplace; the big piece of learning, the whole point of scheme, is seeing the existing education and employer gap.
Luke Goodwin
Enterprise Adviser
Have a look below to see what we are doing to better equip the next generation workforce and how you can get involved:
Speaking to schools about HR
We've prepared a series of materials and presentations for anyone who wishes to visit their local school or college to talk about HR and L&D careers
Become an Enterprise Adviser
Help to build connections between schools and local employers, improving the career prospects of young people
Develop your communication skills
Inspiring the Future connects business professionals to schools and is perfect for anyone seeking a low-commitment volunteering experience
Skills resources
Visit the CIPD Knowledge hub to access resources on the UK’s skills policies and strategies such as the recently announced ‘T’ levels, graduates in the workplace, the skills mismatch that currently exists and employer ownership of skills development
Essential skills
Explore the CIPD’s point of view on essential skills, including actions for Government and recommendations for employers