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Skill Up, Step Out

Build skills. Grow confidence. Explore your next step.

A supportive start to what comes next. A 12-week, part-time employability programme for young people aged 16+ who want to explore future options in work, education or training.

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A practical, supportive programme for young people aged 16+

Skill Up, Step Out offers practical learning in a safe, nurturing and person-centred setting. It is designed to help young people build confidence, develop useful skills and explore possible next steps towards employment, education or training.

12 weeks A part-time programme with a gradual, supportive approach.
24 sessions Two sessions per week, with each session lasting four hours.
Based in Pembrokeshire Delivered at Over The Wall Community in Haverfordwest.

How the programme works

During weeks 1–6, participants take part in short, accessible training sessions. During weeks 7–12, they move into supported on-site work experience in community settings.

Sessions are designed to be manageable. Attendance can increase as confidence grows, with individualised support from qualified, experienced teachers and youth workers.

Explore practical skills and work experience

The programme introduces different types of practical and community-based work, helping participants explore interests and develop experience.

Community café

Explore hospitality and customer-facing skills in a community setting.

Dog grooming centre

Discover practical activities connected with animal care.

Gardening

Develop hands-on skills through practical gardening activities.

DIY and upcycling

Try practical and creative tasks while building experience.

Build confidence for your next step

The programme aims to help participants develop:

Support may include access to further courses and a local exam centre. There may also be opportunities for continued sessions beyond the initial 12 weeks.

Programme fees

£1,440

The fee covers 12 weeks and 24 sessions at £60 per session. Full payment in advance is required. Missed sessions are non-refundable.

Additional four-hour sessions are £60 each. One-to-one support may be available at extra cost.

How to enquire about Skill Up, Step Out

The first step is an informal chat. You can arrange to look around Over The Wall Community, ask questions and discuss possible next steps.

The programme operates in line with local authority standards for safeguarding and related policies.

Email us to arrange a chat

Email: info@overthewall.community