We understand that home educated young people often require flexible, personalised careers guidance that reflects their individual learning journey, interests and future aspirations.
We provide independent and supportive guidance to help home educated young people explore pathways, build confidence and make informed decisions about their future education, training and employment options.
Our work is grounded in trauma-informed practice, recognising that some home educated young people may have experienced challenges within previous educational settings, anxiety around learning environments, social pressures or barriers that have affected confidence and engagement. We provide a calm, supportive and non-judgemental space where young people feel listened to, respected and empowered to explore their future positively.
Our approach is relaxed, engaging and tailored to the individual, recognising that many home educated learners thrive through discussion, exploration and practical experiences rather than traditional classroom-based approaches.
Support May Include:
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One-to-one careers guidance sessions -
Exploration of strengths, interests and skills
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Post-16 and Post-18 pathway guidance
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College and sixth form exploration
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Apprenticeship and technical pathway advice
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Degree apprenticeship guidance
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Employability and confidence-building support
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CV and personal statement support
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Interview preparation
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Career exploration activities
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Training and qualification research
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Support with transition planning
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Guidance for young people unsure of their next steps
Flexible Delivery
Sessions can be delivered:
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Online
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Face-to-face
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Through community projects
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As individual guidance sessions
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In small group settings
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Supporting Parents and Carers
We also understand that parents and carers often play a key role in supporting home educated young people with future planning. We can provide guidance and information to help families better understand available pathways, qualifications, training routes and progression opportunities.
Areas We Commonly Support
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Young people unsure about future options
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Learners seeking practical or vocational pathways
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Neurodiverse young people
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SEND and SEMH learners
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Young people returning to education or training
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Confidence-building and motivation
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Alternative pathways into employment and further education
