Working Denbighshire offers support for young people

Working Denbighshire is reaching out to young people across the county who may have started college, sixth form, or university this September but have since decided it’s not the right path for them.

If you’ve recently left education and are unsure what to do next, Working Denbighshire can help. The service offers a range of free support to help individuals explore their options, build confidence, and take positive steps toward employment, training, or further education.

Please note, support is only available to individuals who are no longer in education.

Weekly Job Clubs
Working Denbighshire hosts regular job club sessions in libraries across Denbighshire. These informal drop-ins offer help with CV writing, job searching, interview preparation, and more.

One-to-One Guidance
Young people can also access tailored one-to-one support from experienced mentors who will work with them to understand their goals and help them plan their next steps.

Wellbeing Support
Recognising that career decisions can impact mental health and wellbeing; Working Denbighshire also offers wellbeing support as part of its service. This includes access to confidence-building group activities and signposting to specialist services where needed, all designed to help young people feel more positive and supported as they move forward.

Upcoming Events
A series of events are planned over the coming weeks to connect young people with local opportunities, employers, and support services. These include career taster sessions, wellbeing workshops, and meet-the-employer events.

Councillor Jason McLellan, Leader of Denbighshire County Council and Lead Member for Economic Growth & Tackling Deprivation, said: 

“Working Denbighshire is a vital service that reflects our commitment to supporting young people across the County.

"We understand that changing direction can be daunting, but no one should feel alone in that process.

"The free service provides meaningful, personalised support to help young people feel seen, valued, and ready to take their next steps."

Ruth Hanson, Working Denbighshire Principal Manager, said:

"We know that not every young person’s journey is straightforward. If you’ve started a course and it’s not working out, or you’re unsure what to do next, we’re here to help. Our team offers friendly, practical support to help you move forward with confidence."

To find out more about the support available or to speak to a member of the team, visit or follow Working Denbighshire on social media.

Working Denbighshire is part funded through the Welsh Government Communities for Work Plus Programme which supports those most disadvantaged in the labour market to overcome the barriers preventing them from gaining employment.

Working Denbighshire is part funded by UK Government.