Young jobless offered free Prince’s Trust emergency services course

South Yorkshire’s fire and police forces have teamed up to deliver the UK’s first ever Prince’s Trust course jointly run by two 999 services.

The Prince’s Trust Team Programme is a 12-week personal development course for unemployed 16- to 25-year-olds, offering work experience, qualifications, practical skills, community projects and a residential week.

Individuals will gain new skills and qualifications, mix with new people and make new friends, get help with job-hunting and CV writing.

South Yorkshire Fire and Rescue team leader, John Daley, said: “The fire service has previously held team programmes which have been huge successes, but this will be our first joint programme with the police.

“We are really excited by the prospect of the joint course and what we will now be able to deliver to the young people taking part.

“The course will include team building exercises, work placements, CV writing and loads more, which will give them a real sense of purpose and achievement.”

South Yorkshire Police deputy team leader, Paul Hamshaw, added: “It’s a fantastic opportunity for young people who are out of education or employment to come and learn new skills, meet new friends, take part in an action packed residential trip and gain work experience, all completely free.

“This is a unique programme, during which you can gain an insight into the police and fire services.”

To be part of the Team Programme or for further details contact John Daley on 07769 887249 or [email protected].