King's Trust Team Programme

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On this free 14-week personal development course, you’ll gain practical skills and experience, earn a qualification, and grow your confidence.

The programme is designed to take your confidence sky-high and prepare you to take the next steps into work, education or training.

The King's Trust Team programme runs at both our Peterlee Campus and our Houghall Campus in Durham. So, you can choose the closest one to you.

14 weeks may sound like a long time, but the programme flies by. You won’t believe how far you’ve come when you share your journey at the final celebration. 

  • Take part in an action-packed week of activities, which includes a 3-day residential trip away, such as gorge walking, mine exploring, raft building, canoeing, rock climbing, weaselling, a mountain climb, search and rescue and orienteering.
  • Make a positive difference in your community by working together on a group project.
  • Get three weeks’ work experience in a profession or organisation that interests you.
  • Earn a nationally recognised qualification, and develop your English, maths, communication and teamwork skills.
  • Receive support to write a standout CV, and learn how to impress in an interview.

There are loads of other activities to help you develop your skills and get a better idea of what you might want to do at college or as a future job.

The Team programme runs several times throughout the year, so please contact us and register your details if you'd like to take part.

Boost your confidence with Team!

If you are between the ages of 16 and 25 and not currently in college or employed, this fantastic course can help you meet new people, gain practical skills and experience and earn valuable qualifications. Plus, participating in the course won't affect your benefits.

The programme is designed to help you think about your future and you will:

  • Learn the importance of teamwork
  • Meet new people and improve teamwork and communication skills
  • Participate in a team challenge involving caring for others
  • Stage a team presentation
  • Take part and learn about street first aid, budgeting, healthy eating, fitness, keeping safe online, job search, digital skills and much more
  • Get expert help with your CV and interview skills to help you get ahead

Where can you study on the Team Programme?

Students take part on the Team programme at our Willerby Grove, Peterlee Campus or our Houghall, Durham City Campus. 

The College recently underwent a stunning £13.25 million redevelopment, so you can be sure Houghall is an excellent place to study. To see more details on our great facilities at the Houghall Campus, visit our facilities page.

Contact Us

For more information about our Team Programme, please call Student Services on 0191 375 4710, use LiveChat or contact Nikki Sanderson, our King's Trust Programme Lead - Alternative Education on 0191 375 4746 or 07974 657 770 or email Nikki.