Climate Skills Training

CLIMATE SKILLS Training

Supported Training for Young Adults, ages 18 – 30

NEET (Not in Education, Employment and Training)

Fully funded (FREE)

Successful applicants will receive £1,000 per person after completing the training.

Programme Overview

We are inviting applications for an exciting 5-week training programme designed to support young adults (ages 18 – 30) to build skills, confidence, and pathways into jobs and entrepreneurship.

This structured programme combines in-person training, mentorship, webinars, and guided job seeking planning, helping participants develop practical climate-related skills and prepare for future employment or business start-ups in the green economy. This is a one-off opportunity.

Key Dates

Start date: Monday, 04 May 2026
Duration: 5 weeks

Programme Structure

2 weeks of intensive, in-person training in Leeds
1 week of structured mentorship engagement
2 weeks of webinars and guided reflection

This programme includes an in-person training phase, so applicants must be able to attend in Leeds

Training Content

Applied climate skills training
Exposure to green and sustainability-focused career pathways
Real-world problem solving linked to climate resilience and community-focused adaptation

Progression and Support

Participants will receive:

Entrepreneurial and employability skills development
Structured mentor support during the training programme
Support to enhance job market competitiveness and readiness
Opportunities to transition into green industry jobs or business start-up pathways
Work placements, which will be finalised before participants complete the training programme

Financial Support

Each participant will receive:

A £1,000 bursary, paid by the end of June 2026
Earlier part-payments to help with travel costs during the in-person training phase

Eligibility Criteria: Applicants should:

Be aged 18–30 British Citizens, EU Settled, Hong Kong BNO, Ukrainian Scheme.
NOT in paid work, NOT studying in high school/sixth form, college or university.
Have an undergraduate degree (any discipline) UK or Abroad. Undergraduate degree is desirable but not a requirement to apply. HNC (High National Certificate or equivalent) is also acceptable.
Be able and committed to fully engage with an in-person, structured programme throughout the full duration of the training

HOW TO APPLY:

Send your CV to info@pathyorkshire.co.uk

Applicants do not need to have extensive CVs. Selection will focus on:

Motivation
Readiness to engage
Potential to benefit from the programme

We welcome applications from individuals who are keen to learn, develop their skills, and explore opportunities in the CLIMATE (Environmental/ Green) economy.

CLOSING (no extension): Thursday, 23April 2026 (5 pm)

This is a one-off programme.

CONTACT:

PATH Yorkshire

0113 2624600

29 Harrogate Road, Chapel Allerton, Leeds LS7 3PD