The King's Trust Achieve Programme
For Young People Aged 16-25 in Wiltshire
Build confidence. Gain skills. Plan your future.
The King’s Trust Achieve Programme, delivered by Wiltshire Council, is designed to support young people aged 16-25 who are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET), or who are at risk of becoming NEET.
Over 12 weeks, learners attend one in-person session each week in a supportive and welcoming environment. The programme helps young people develop the confidence, skills and resilience needed to take positive next steps into education, training, employment or volunteering.
What is the Achieve Programme?
What is the Achieve Programme?
Achieve is a personal development programme that combines practical activities, group learning and individual support. Learners work towards recognised qualifications while building the skills and confidence needed for everyday life and future success.
Achieve is a 12 week programme, with learners attending an in-person session every week. Learners are supported to develop their knowledge and skills to work towards two qualifications.
Our tutors understand that you may be feeling nervous about stepping back into learning. They are experienced in creating a warm and welcoming experience for learners who may feel anxious, worried or need additional support. Our team is here to answer with any questions and to help you on your journey to a more positive future!
Qualifications
Qualifications
On the Achieve Programme you can gain two qualifications:
- Level 1 Developing Resilience
- Entry Level 3, Level 1 or Level 2 Personal Development and Employability
(subject to learner starting point and achievement)
How can the Achieve Programme help young people?
Benefits for young people
Through Achieve, you can:
- Discover your strengths
- Develop resilience
- Gain qualifications
- Build valuable skills
- Meet new people
- Create a plan for your future
- Improve confidence and wellbeing
- Explore education, training and employment opportunities
Who would benefit from joining the Achieve Programme?
Who Would Benefit?
The programme may be suitable for young people who:
- Lack confidence or self-belief
- Need support to re-engage with learning
- Are not currently in education, employment or training
- Are at risk of becoming NEET
- Would benefit from developing social, communication and employability skills
- Need help planning their next steps
Locations
Course Locations
The Achieve Programme will run four times a year. Course locations will include:
- Salisbury Oct-Dec 2026
- Trowbridge Jan-Mar 2027
- Chippenham Apr-Jun 2027
Referrals
Referrals
Young people can be referred by:
- A professional supporting them
- A parent or carer
- The young person themselves (self-referral)
You can make a referral in these ways:
- Call 01225 770478
- Email familyandcommunitylearning@wiltshire.gov.uk
- Complete the online form to request a place on the course: Course booking form
Travel Costs
Travel Costs
Support with travel costs may be available for eligible learners. Please contact the team to discuss individual circumstances.
About the Achieve Programme
The achieve Programme is delivered by Wiltshire Council Family and Community Learning team for 16-25 year olds living in Wiltshire who are NEET (not in education, employment or training) or at risk of becoming NEET.
Funding
This programme is funded by the UK Government through the Wiltshire Council Crisis and Resilience Fund. It is delivered by Wiltshire Council to support young people across Wiltshire to develop skills, confidence and opportunities for the future.
