Enhanced Work Experience Programme
- Buyer
- Cheshire East Council
- Value
- £125,000
- Closes
- 29 October 2026
- Where
- Crewe, the North West
- Type
- Open tender
In plain English
Cheshire East Council is looking for a provider to run a work experience programme for young people aged 16-20 who are not in education, employment or training (NEET) or at risk of it. The programme is specifically for children in the council's care and young people who have left care. The contract is worth £125,000.
What the buyer wants
• Design and deliver structured work experience placements for NEET or at-risk young people aged 16-20 • Provide support, mentoring and pastoral care to help young people gain skills and move into employment or education • Track and report on outcomes such as young people progressing into jobs, apprenticeships or training
Likely requirements
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This contract requires specialist expertise in youth support and work experience delivery; most traditional trades people (builders, cleaners, electricians) would not qualify unless they could partner with an education or youth support organisation.
How to bid
This is an open tender: any eligible business can respond directly to the buyer by the deadline, with no framework membership needed.
How to write a tender response
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