Greater Ipswich Youth Guarantee MyGo

What is MyGo? MyGo is the first of its kind, dedicated youth employment centre. The MyGo service is delivered collaboratively between: EOS Works Ltd Tomorrow's People Department of Work and Pensions The partnership approach means we provide a rounded offer of support. We are connected with the New Anglia LEP, local businesses, local providers and local councils, who all help develop and deliver this unique service. MyGo is funded through the Greater Ipswich Youth Guarantee.

What will MyGo achieve? Reduce youth unemployment in Greater Ipswich by 50% in the next two years. Achieving sustainable job and education outcomes. With over 770 job starts since November 2014

MyGo Centre Our multi-use centre offers an innovative approach to helping young people find a sustainable job. Hosted arrival Membership card Wi-Fi and computer service Coaching, Training and Activities and Specialist Services Access to DWP Services Hot and cold drinks in our communal kitchen area Extended opening hours

MyGo @ The Mix Our service in Stowmarket opened in August and is delivered from The Mix: The same level of service as Ipswich Three Team Members Full coaching, drop-in and training activities Local jobs Wi-Fi and computer service In collaboration with local DWP services

MyTeam MyGo Hosts MyGo Coaches MyGo Training MyGo Employer Engagement MyGo Outreach Youth Board

MyGo Coach Recruited for expertise Always available – no appointment necessary Helps young people map their strengths and interests, explore career pathways, set goals & progress their Work & Career Plan Referring to training and specialist support services, to offer seamless support Introduction to the latest job vacancies Consistent, honest, practical support through to sustainable work

What’s on this week …. SATURDAY 19th SEPTEMBER Offering Career Support - From 08:30 – 13:00 MONDAY 21st SEPTEMBER MyPotential - 09:30 – 15:00 – Training Room Group Information Session - 09:00 - 10:00 – Group Session Area Clinton Cards Group Information Session – 10:00 – 12:00 - Group Session Area Job Club – From 15:00 – Group Session Area. Turning Point – 09:00 onwards - Front Area – (Drug and Alcohol Support) Business In The Community – Drop in from 13:00 – Front Area TUESDAY 22nd SEPTEMBER Refresh MyCV - 09:30 - 12:30 - Training Room MyStart - 13:00 - 15:00 - Training Room Group Information Session - 09:00 - 10:00 - Group Session Area Opportunities Workshop - Drop in from 10:00 for Apprenticeships – Front Area WEDNESDAY 23rd SEPTEMBER MyInterview - 10:00 - 15:00 - Training Room Group Information Session - 10:00 - 11:00 - Group Session Area COAST – 10:00 – 14:00 – Open Space Back Area Early Help Team - Drop in from 10:00 - with Laura Talent Match – Drop in from 09:30 – Front Area THURSDAY 24th SEPTEMBER JOB FAIR - 11:00 14:00 – VARIETY OF EMPLOYERS WITH LIVE VACANCIES My Life - 13:00 - 15:00 - with Trev - (Gainsborough Sports Centre) Group Information Session - 09:00 - 10:00 - Group Session Area Job Club – From 15:00 – Group Session Area Money Advice Service - Drop in Session from 09:00 – Front Area Noise Solutions – 13:00 onwards - Front Area - with Ian FRIDAY 25th SEPTEMBER MyCV - 09:30 - 12:30 – Training Room MyCoverLetter – 13:00 – 15:00 – Training Room MyStart – 09:30 – 14:00 – Group Session Area Job Club – From 15:00 – Group Session Area. Talent Match – Drop in from 09:30 – Front Area NCS – Drop in from 09:00 – Front Area – with Laura Papworth Trust – Drop in from 10:00 – Front Area – With Vicky

Who else is supporting the journey? Employers Providers Specialist Services

What’s next? MyGo Virtual Service Our outreach offer will include the use of innovative tablet apps, bringing the unique MyGo service to those who are unable to travel into our Ipswich or Stowmarket centres. Phase Two – geographical expansion Roll-out to MidSuffolk, Babergh and Suffolk Coastal Launching MyGo satellites in rural and urban centres across the wider area

MyGo Phase Two – from November

Working Together Referring young people to the service Outreach to support where you are and the young people you are working with Referring young people to your service, provision, employment

Belinda White Deputy Contract Director– MyGo 07773 190997 belinda Belinda White Deputy Contract Director– MyGo 07773 190997 belinda.white@its-mygo.co.uk