Ascende Careers

A clear path to independence

Our goal for every young person is the same: to leave our care with confidence, qualifications and a route into education, employment or training.

Preparing for life beyond care

The transition to adulthood can be difficult for any young person, and more so for those leaving care. We begin preparing for it early, so that each young person develops the qualifications, practical skills and self-belief to live independently.

Whether the goal is university, an apprenticeship, a trade or a first job, we help each young person identify a realistic pathway and take the steps towards it.

  • A strong focus on education, attendance and progress
  • Work experience and employability skills
  • Independence and life-skills development
  • Support that continues through key transitions
The journey with us

Built step by step

Settle & engage

We help each young person feel safe and re-engage with learning and routine.

Identify strengths

We explore interests, talents and aspirations, and build on them.

Build skills & experience

Qualifications, work experience and everyday independence skills.

Transition

Supported progression into education, training, employment or independent living.

Where pathways lead

Routes into adult life

Education

School, college and university routes, with the support to succeed.

Apprenticeships

Earn-while-you-learn routes into skilled work.

Employment

CVs, interviews and first jobs, with real preparation.

Independent living

Budgeting, cooking, travel and the confidence to live well.

Every pathway is tailored to the individual young person. The routes shown are illustrative of the support we build around each child's goals.

Support a young person's future

Talk to us about how Ascende's care and pathways can support a child you are working with.

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