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Only available to Young People with an Educational Health Care Plan.

In proud partnership with Keats Site Services Ltd & Pontefract Collieries FC.

Employment or Higher Education

In the UK, all young people are required to remain in full-time education or training until the age of 18. Preparing for adulthood involves exploring the range of pathways available, including further education, apprenticeships and employment opportunities.

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At Keats Engineering & Education, we are committed to supporting every young person to succeed in their education and future career. We provide tailored support to help learners develop the right skills, gain meaningful experience and achieve relevant qualifications. Most importantly, we ensure young people feel supported, confident and able to believe that their goals are achievable.

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Through our strong industry partnerships, students benefit from valuable real-world experience. Our engineering and construction partnership with Keats Site Services offers hands-on experience in these sectors, while our partnership with Pontefract Collieries FC provides opportunities in sports coaching, club operations and food preparation within a semi-professional football environment.

Community Inclusion

Everyone has the right to form positive relationships, and friendships play a vital role in wellbeing and confidence. Preparing for adulthood includes supporting young people to build, maintain and enjoy healthy relationships within their community.

 

We help learners develop these skills by:

  • Encouraging community engagement, including volunteering opportunities.

  • Teaching young people how to express their views and use their voiceSupporting access to the local community through trips such as shopping or cinema visits.

  • Developing key life skills, including road safety and using public transport.

  • Exploring what it means to be a good friend.

 

Learners are also encouraged to support existing volunteers at Pontefract Collieries FC, where they can help others through football and a range of community initiatives delivered at the ground.

Independent Living and Housing Options

Independent living is about empowering young people to have choice, control and freedom over their lives, while ensuring their safety and wellbeing. In line with the Mental Capacity Act (2005), young people are supported to be involved in decisions as much as possible, with all choices made in their best interests.

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Many young people aspire to a level of independence that suits their individual needs and helps them feel safe and confident. Where appropriate, learners may receive short- or long-term support to help them live independently, tailored to their personal circumstances.

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As part of the PfA course, learners explore a range of independent living options and develop essential life skills. These include preparing meals, managing appointments, and learning how to look after themselves, whether living independently or with support.

Good Health

There is lots of support available to help young people with SEND maintain good health. This includes annual health checks with the NHS, for example. Every local authority and every individual will have different levels of support available, so one of the best plans of action is to get in touch and find out what is on offer to you locally.​

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Otherwise, educators should help teach young people about which services will and won’t be accessible to them as they move into adulthood. This part of preparing for adulthood is all about prepping children to be able to independently manage their own health and wellbeing as best as possible in their future, with access to the right support on hand.

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In their time with us we will help young people to understand how to maintain good health and hygiene. 

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If you have a safeguarding concern that needs to be shared with a DSL urgently and it is out of term time, please contact Tom Wiles, Designated Safeguarding Lead, on 07725369374.

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