Derbyshire Youth Employment Support (YES) helps young people aged 16 to 24 access education, employment and training opportunities, while providing support to build confidence and improve wellbeing.
Whether you're looking for a job, considering an apprenticeship, exploring further education or unsure about your next steps, the YES team can help you find the right support.
How YES can help
The YES team offers support with:
- Employment opportunities
- Training and qualifications
- Apprenticeships
- Volunteering
- Wellbeing support
- Employability skills
- Careers advice and planning
- Skills building
- Confidence and motivation
The service works with young people to identify their goals and connect them with local opportunities and services across Derbyshire.
Move On Events
YES also runs Move On Events to help young people explore their options and plan for the future.
Next Steps Careers Fair
The Next Steps Careers Fair brings together local employers, training providers and organisations to showcase jobs, courses and opportunities.
Dates and venues:
- Monday 27 July, 1pm to 4pm
Swadlincote Adult Education Centre
- Tuesday 28 July, 1pm to 4pm
The Quad, Chesterfield
- Wednesday 29 July, 1pm to 4pm
Cotmanhay and Ilkeston Adult Education Centre
Next Steps Drop-in Support
Young people can also attend drop-in sessions for personalised support following exam results or to discuss their next steps.
Dates and venues:
- Monday 24 August, 11am to 4pm
Swadlincote Adult Education Centre
- Tuesday 25 August, 11am to 4pm
The Quad, Chesterfield
- Thursday 27 August, 11am to 4pm
Ilkeston Library
Local YES Hubs
Support is available from local hubs across Derbyshire.
Chesterfield Hub
Derbyshire Adult Community Education
The Quad, Dock Walk
Chesterfield, S40 2GQ
Erewash Hub
Cotmanhay and Ilkeston Adult Education Centre
Bennerley Avenue
Cotmanhay
Ilkeston, DE7 8PF
Ilkeston Hub
Ilkeston Library
Market Street
Ilkeston, DE7 5RN
Swadlincote Hub
Swadlincote Adult Community Education Centre
Rink Drive
Swadlincote, DE11 8JL
Contact Derbyshire YES
To find out more or access support:
Telephone: 01629 539720
Text: HUB to 86555
Email: youth.hub@derbyshire.gov.uk
Website: Derbyshire County Council - Youth Employment Support
The YES team is ready to help young people across Derbyshire take their next step towards education, employment or training.