The Youth Work and Schools Collaborative meeting will be an opportunity to share practice and discuss how youth work teams are working with schools and other local partners to meet the needs of young people – and how we can work together to improve the support that we offer.
Educators across the system are invited to join this open session to explore the role of youth work in supporting young people’s transitions into positive post-school destinations, particularly young people who need additional support to build readiness for employment.
This Youth Work and Schools Collaborative will coincide with SDS Scottish Careers Week 9-11th November 2026. This year’s campaign, Shape the Future, will show how career support, learning, work and local partnerships can help people understand their options, build confidence and take their next step Scottish Careers Week – resources – Skills Development Scotland.
The Youth Work and Schools Collaborative meeting will be an opportunity to share practice and discuss how youth work teams are working with schools and other local partners to meet the needs of young people – and how we can work together to improve the support that we offer.
This is open to practitioners at all levels, youth workers, teachers, team leaders, DYW delivery managers and representatives of national agencies. Your knowledge and opinions are essential in this discussion.