A FREE opportunity for Year 10 and Year 11 students in partnership with Foundation 92 and the JD Foundation.
About Foundation 92:
Founded by the Class of 92’, Foundation 92 is the official charity of Salford City Football Club and is an independent registered charity that focuses on supporting communities to improve their lives through education and sport.
About JD Achieve:
The JD Achieve programme is a transformative initiative designed to support young people in Years 10 and 11 who are at risk of leaving the education system without a clear destination. Through a unique partnership between Foundation 92 and the JD Foundation, we are offering bespoke mentoring, guidance and support to help young people realise and achieve their potential.
The programme includes:
- In school mentoring: Tailored support for each student, delivered within their school environment to ensure accessibility and consistency.
- Hybrid education offer: A mix of both theoretical and practical educational delivery to provide a well-rounded learning experience.
- Visit to JD HQ/Distribution Centre: Students will have the opportunity to explore the world of work through a visit to JD’s headquarters and distribution centre. This will showcase apprenticeship opportunities and potential career destinations for the future.
- On site HR support: Practical support with interview techniques and career development, ensuring students are work-ready for future opportunities.
- Participation in the JD Achieve Enterprise Challenge: Students will engage in an exciting enterprise challenge, judged by Foundation 92 founders and JD executives, providing real-world experience and a platform to showcase their skills.
Key benefits:
- Bespoke mentoring support: One-to-one guidance to help each young person navigate the challenges they face.
- Life skills development: Focus on improving confidence, decision-making, communication and aspiration.
- Health and wellbeing focus: Providing support to ensure mental and emotional health are prioritized.
- Transition support: Helping students seamlessly move from education into further training, employment or apprenticeships.
Outcomes:
- Confidence: Strengthened belief in their ability to succeed and take on new challenges.
- Sense of belonging: Feeling more connected to their community and peers.
- Health & Wellbeing: Prioritizing their mental and physical health to build resilience.
- Self Worth: Improved self-esteem and understanding of their value.
- Decision Making Skills: Empowering them to make informed and positive life choices.
- Aspiration: Setting higher goals for themselves and their future.
- Communication Skills: Building the ability to express ideas clearly and confidently.
Why JD Achieve?
The JD Achieve programme is more than just educational support; it’s about equipping young people with the tools and confidence to shape their future. By combining place-based mentoring with hands-on experience, the programme aims to empower young people to achieve their full potential and transition successfully into the next phase of their lives.
How to get involved:
The JD Achieve programme is open to young people in Years 10 and 11 in Bury who are at risk of leaving the education system without a clear path. If you believe a student/s would benefit from this opportunity, we encourage you to nominate them for this life-changing programme.
For more information or to register, contact Emily Ashworth at [email protected] or by calling 07874 863 958 or 0161 359 6996.