Northallerton Library
- Tuesday 3 February 2026 9:30am to 11:30am
- Tuesday 3 March 2026 9:30am to 11:30am
Ripon Library
- Monday 26 January 2026 10:30am to midday
- Monday 23 February 2026 10:30am to midday
- Monday 23 March 2026 10:30am to midday
Our support is designed to help individuals move into employment, access training, or take up voluntary opportunities, thanks to funding from York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority’s Get Britain Working projects.
We can help people aged 16 and over, so if you know someone who feels lost or needs a helping hand, please let them know about the support available.
Book a ‘Life Chat’…
Sometimes all it takes is a conversation to start moving forward positively in life, that’s why we are offering ‘life chats’ where we’ll take the time to listen, help you overcome any barriers, and work together to create a clear plan that supports your goals and aspirations. It could be building confidence, gaining a qualification, or just finding the motivation to move forward, we are here to help.
Book a Life Chat at a time that works for you. Choose a phone call or meet us for a cuppa and a chat, whatever feels right for you.
To book, contact the Skills and Careers team online or call 01609 536 066 and ask for the Trailblazer Team.
You choose. Your future, your choice
If you’re aged 16 to 25 and not in education, training or work, or you are at risk of dropping out, the team are here to help you take control of your future. We’ll give you personal support from a dedicated key worker, help you build confidence, develop skills like CV writing and job searching, and connect you with education, training, and employment opportunities.
We’ll work with you to overcome barriers such as mental health or travel challenges and stay by your side until you’re ready for your next step.
To find out more or get in touch with a key worker, contact us by email at You.Choose@northyorks.gov.uk.
Trailblazer drop-in sessions and events
Want to help others navigate their next step?
If you enjoy helping people or give information, advice and guidance in your job, community or voluntary role, or you simply just like to help people, our Navigator programme is perfect for you.
This free programme is for you if you provide information, advice and guidance to others, whether in the workplace, in a voluntary capacity or in the community. We'll give you the tools to guide and signpost others to the help they need to make informed choices about their learning, work and wellbeing.
It’s fun and interactive and you will learn a lot about yourself too! Split across two, 2-hour sessions, you’ll gain valuable skills, and at the end, you’ll receive:
- a digital badge to showcase your achievement
- a free tablet to support you in your role
- a wellness hamper worth £25
Adult Learning
In the meantime, why not explore the opportunities with Adult Learning North Yorkshire?
They offer a wide range of courses, including English, maths, digital skills, wellbeing, arts and crafts, cookery, business, accounting, working with children, and much more.
Taking a course is a fantastic way to boost your confidence and show yourself what you’re capable of.
Did you know?
- 92% of learners don’t pay for their course.
- Support is available, such as laptop loans while you learn and help with childcare if that’s a barrier for you.
Browse our adult learning courses
Multiply
You may remember Multiply, a numeracy programme we ran for three years that ended in March 2025. We’re delighted to say that it’s back until the end of March 2026, but this time, it’s not just about maths, it also covers English and digital skills.
There’s some fantastic online short courses to start off with. For every one you complete, you can earn a £10 supermarket voucher!
Visit the Century Tech website and enter one of the course codes:
- Developing Confidence with Numeracy Skills – Class code: 3W2788
- Supporting Children with Literacy and Numeracy – Class code: F2HJ69
- Grow Your Digital Skills – Class code: 9LHC7S
Once you’ve completed your course, contact the Multiply team online with proof of completion and the team will send your voucher. Visit the Multiply North Yorkshire website to find out more.
These projects are supported by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority, using funding from the Department for Work and Pensions' Get Britain Working Economic Inactivity Trailblazer.
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