Opportunity | Details

Organisation: Cambridge United Foundation

Type: Training & Experience, Support & Mentoring

Ref:

CUF0000001

United for All – Cambridge United Foundation

Summary: Supporting care experienced young people through sport, mentoring, wellbeing and employability programmes across Cambridge and surrounding areas.

Further Details:

Location: Cambridge and surrounding areas

Who we are

Cambridge United Foundation is the charitable arm of the football club, using sport to engage young people, especially those who might be facing extra challenges, including care experienced individuals.

Our work is focused on helping young people build confidence, feel more positive about their physical and mental health, and take steps towards education, training and employment opportunities.

We aim to create supportive, consistent spaces where young people feel listened to, included, and able to develop at their own pace.

Offer Overview

1. Training Ground (Employability Programme)
Training Ground is a dedicated employability and mentoring programme supporting young people aged 16–24 who are not in education, employment, or training.
Through this programme, participants will:

Develop key workplace skills such as communication, teamwork and time management
Gain an understanding of employer expectations and workplace behaviour
Receive support with CV writing, job applications, and interview preparation
Access opportunities for volunteering and work experience

This programme acts as a key pathway into employment, apprenticeships, and further training.

2. Mentoring
Working alongside school settings, students can benefit from our mentoring and ongoing support from experienced staff. This includes:

One-to-one or small group mentoring
Goal setting and personal development planning
Building confidence, motivation, and life skills
Support to progress into education, training or employment

Additional youth engagement and development activities help young people build teamwork, leadership, and communication skills in a supportive setting.

3. Premier League Kicks
Free to access physical activity sessions that enhance physical and mental wellbeing and have positive role models present to provide participants with a space to explore ways to reach their full potential. Opportunities include:

Qualified coaches on hand to explore football opportunities in the local area.

Peer engagement in a social environment
Workshops to broaden knowledge and explore training and volunteering opportunities.
Physical activity plays a huge role in enhancing mental health and mixing in different social circles broadens knowledge of opportunities available in the local area.

4. Volunteering & Progression Opportunities
Volunteering provides a practical route to gaining experience and building confidence. Opportunities may include:

Supporting coaching sessions and sports delivery
Assisting with community events and programmes
Helping Foundation staff deliver activities

Volunteering can act as a stepping stone into qualifications, employment or apprenticeships, including occasional opportunities within the Foundation and wider club network.

Taking up this Offer

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