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At Positive Steps, - [Giving Back - Our Restorative Offer for young people](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/giving-back-our-restorative-offer-for-young-people/) - Our Youth Justice Service (YJS) , run a ‘Giving Back’ project as part of the Restorative Justice Offer. This gives clients the opportunity to repair any harm through taking ownership and giving back to the community to help them on a better path. Every year we collaborate with the Street Angels over Easter to make this happen - [Our Young People receive new AQA certificates](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/our-young-people-receive-aqa-certificates/) - One thing we have acknowledged from being in the Education & Careers sector is that mainstream education is not for every student. Our Positive Futures service works in complete collaboration with schools to identify young people becoming detached from mainstream education, to offer a blend, with the aim to fully reintegrate them back into school - [Special Event MMU: Standing Up for Women and Girls](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/event-at-mmu-standing-up-for-women-and-girls/) - Last Friday, in collaboration with Manchester Metropolitan University’s Manchester Centre for Youth Studies, we held an event focused on empowering women and girls and what we are doing to help young girls at risk of exploitation. The event, ‘Standing Up for Women and Girls’, provided an opportunity to shed light on our Getting Out for - [Creativity in Careers Event - Inspiring the young people in Rochdale](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/creativity-in-careers-event-inspiring-the-young-people-in-rochdale/) - Not only did we have creative professionals at the event, but also educational providers, so that students could find out more information on pathways and any qualifications they would need. We wanted to showcase a range of qualifications available to young people, such as T-levels, Apprenticeships and Degrees. We had exhibitors from local colleges such - [Our New ISO Accreditations](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/our-new-iso-accreditations/) - We have some amazing news to share - We’re officially an ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certified organisation! What are ISO 27001 and ISO 9001, and why are they important? ISO 27001 is the world's best-known standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS). It defines requirements an ISMS must meet. ISO 27001 helps us maintain the security - [Corey’s Amazing Journey: Kick-Starting a New Path to Success](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/coreys-amazing-journey-kick-starting-a-new-path-to-success/) - 10th August 2026 Discover how Corey’s amazing journey was kick-started by Positive Futures. Read about his path to success and the support that got him there - [Our New Therapy Room Opening : A Safe Haven for Youth Wellbeing funded by Diodes](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/therapy-room-opening/) - Yesterday, August 21st, marked the monumental opening of the new Therapy Room at Positive Steps in Oldham, a space dedicated to supporting young people in their mental wellbeing and confidence as they navigate the next steps in their lives, whether it be training or employment. The room's design and resources were shaped by the invaluable - [Household Support Fund: Uplifting Families One Step at a Time](https://positive-steps.org.uk/early-intervention-and-prevention/household-support-fund-uplifting-families/) - At Positive Steps, we believe no one should face financial struggles alone. - [Creativity in Careers 2025 Unleashed New Possibilities for Rochdale’s Youth](https://positive-steps.org.uk/events/creativity-in-careers-2025-unleashed-new-possibilities-for-rochdales-youth/) - The Creativity In Careers Event On Thursday 24th April 2025, Positive Steps, in partnership with Create Rochdale and Rochdale Borough Council, had the pleasure of hosting the Creativity in Careers event once again! The event provided an exciting and inspiring experience for Year 9 students across Rochdale. It was a pleasure to be involved in - [Everything you need to know about Apprenticeships (and more!)](https://positive-steps.org.uk/careers/everything-you-need-to-know-about-apprenticeships-and-more/) - Here's everything you need to know about apprenticeships...and more! What is an apprenticeship? How old do you have to be to do an apprenticeship? - [Restorative Justice: How Positive Steps is Strengthening Communities](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/restorative-justice-how-positive-steps-is-strengthening-communities/) - At Positive Steps, we see Restorative Justice not just as a method, but as a path to healing, understanding, and rebuilding. Instead of focusing solely on punishment, we address the harm caused by offenses by encouraging open communication and understanding. Our unique approach emphasises building trust, relationships, and connections to create safer, stronger communities. What - [Matrix Accredited: Elevating Standards to Empower Your Success!](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/matrix-accreditation-elevating-our-standards-to-empower-your-success/) - Positive Steps has achieved Matrix Accreditation! This is more than just a badge; it shows our commitment to delivering high-quality careers & guidance services - [Our YJS Team Complete Shine Night Walk for Cancer Research!](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/our-yjs-team-complete-shine-night-walk-for-cancer-research/) - Earlier this year, we lost our dear friend and colleague, Paul Sefton, to cancer. Paul was a much-loved member of staff who will be remembered for his Friday playlists, his love of Jaffa Cakes, and his stories about his family, his dog Ruby, and his travels to Goa. He was a valued part of our - [Unlocking Opportunities at the Oldham Careers Fair](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/unlocking-opportunities-at-the-oldham-careers-fair/) - Unlocking Opportunities at the Oldham Careers Fair An inspiring event that brought the community together to explore career prospects! - [Getting Out For Good Girls receive incredible AQA results](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/getting-out-for-good-girls-receive-incredible-aqa-results/) - Congratulations to the girls for gaining these amazing accreditations! We also want to say a huge thank you to Jodie Ferrari Makeup Academy who supported and tutored the girls over the sessions, they had an amazing time learning new skills. They did amazing!! Going to miss all the girls coming weekly, their confidence has grown - [Young Carers Engage in Wellness and Special Activities!](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/young-carers-engage-in-wellness-and-special-activities/) - Recently, our young carers have been busy with activities to support their well-being and provide much-needed fun! They took part in an informative stress awareness workshop that focused on how stress affects the body. During the session, they learnt about the physical and mental effects of stress, as well as practical stress management measures. At - [Broadening Horizons - Meet Harley, Our Engagement Worker](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/broadening-horizons-meet-harley-our-engagement-worker/) - Our engagement workers focus on building positive experiences with clients and helping them in any way possible. Harley went above and beyond with Client A and became a support system for them, even helping to encourage positive relationships between the client and their mum and other professionals involved. Harley has built a strong bond with - [Inspiring Inclusion: International Women’s Day](https://positive-steps.org.uk/positive-steps/inspiring-inclusion-international-womens-day-at-positive-steps/) - International Women’s Day is a powerful occasion to reflect on the accomplishments and problems that women face around the world. We recently hosted an influential event to mark this day. We brought together powerful women to share their inspiring stories! The event spotlighted: CLLR Elaine Taylor - Deputy Leader of Oldham Donna Marshal – Director - [Turned My Life Around and I Now Have 3 University Offers](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/positive-stories-turned-my-life-around-and-i-now-have-3-university-offers/) - We Continue our #PositiveStories series with Taki's story .The client was supported by Halimey, our Resettlement & Education Co-ordinator Engagement Worker from Youth Justice Service working with young people to help them transform their lives. Taki tells us how he first encountered our YJS services whilst in prison and now he has completely turned his life from - [Positive Stories - Steven tells us his story](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/positive-stories-steven-tells-us-his-story/) - We start our #PositiveStories series with Steven's story .The client was supported by Sandra, our Senior Engagement Worker from the Early Intervention Service working with Families and Communities. He addresses his journey and his experiences from working with our organisation and he also wanted to share this to encourage others in need of assistance. - [Dancing In Their Shoes: Our Young Carers take Center Stage](https://positive-steps.org.uk/young-carers/dancing-in-their-shoes-our-young-carers-take-center-stage/) - On the 26th of January, our Oldham Young Carers took center stage at HOME Theatre! In collaboration with Positive Steps, WildThings embarked on a project that not only spotlights the talents of our Young Carers but also underscores the transformative power of the arts as a medium for self-expression and healing. Their performance was exceptional! - [How Positive Steps helped me into an apprenticeship with Tameside Council](https://positive-steps.org.uk/careers/how-positive-steps-supported-me-into-an-apprenticeship/) - I used to go to college, studying sociology, criminology, and law. One day after not receiving the test score, I wanted on one of my exams, I decided I wanted a change. I started volunteering at my local charity shop, whilst also seeking support to find work from Positive Steps. Everybody on the careers team - [Am I too late to be an apprentice?](https://positive-steps.org.uk/careers/am-i-too-late-to-be-an-apprentice/) - I used to work as a chef. After the pandemic, I decided I wanted a change. I worked alongside Tameside council as part of there ‘Tameside in Work’ scheme which helped me find a new job while I was working. I didn’t have experience or qualifications in anything else. So, I chose to do an - [Investors in People Award](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/investors-in-people/) - Amazing news! After passing the Investors in People assessment, our organisation was awarded the 'We Invest in People Award' from Investors In People. The purpose of this award is to help organisations, such as ourselves, become a better and more productive workplace for staff. This recognition was brilliant for us, and we are proud of - [YJS Case Manager climbs Mount Kilimanjaro](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/yjs-case-manager-shajia-climbs-mount-kilimanjaro/) - Our incredible Case Manager from our Youth Justice Service, Shajia, has climbed all the way to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro to fundraise for Humanitarian Aid fundraising for Action for Humanity. Back in November, Shajia hosted a Breakfast Fundraiser in our Oldham office for all staff of Positive Steps, serving delicious breakfast treats in return - [Transforming Lives: Our New Wellbeing Service for Individuals in the Probation System](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/transforming-lives-new-wellbeing-service/) - The Wellbeing Service was officially launched on Monday 22nd of January , in partnership with GMCA and The Big Life. The formal launch event which took place in Manchester, served as a platform to network, reinforce partnerships, and bring together teams from each region to celebrate collective success! This service works in local communities across - [Dame Sarah Storey visits Positive Cycles](https://positive-steps.org.uk/positive-cycles/dame-sarah-storey-visits-positive-cycles/) - One of the most decorated paralympic athletes visited Positive Cycles alongside TGFM on Tuesday 27 June and it was a pleasure for us to have her and show her around. Sarah was very impressed with our building and our cycling workshop, she was mostly conversating with Andy Mitsi, (Positive Cycles Assistant) and Ethan Thrussel, (Apprentice - [Angela Rayner visits Positive Steps](https://positive-steps.org.uk/positive-steps/angela-rayner-visits-positive-steps/) - As you may be aware we had the opportunity to host the Deputy Leader of Labour and Tameside MP, Angela Rayner on Friday the 13th. The visit was so she can find out more information about the work we are doing as an organisation to impact the lives of young people in her borough, Tameside and across Oldham - [Positive Steps Showcase Event](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/positive-steps-showcase/) - We will be hosting Partners, Professionals and members of our community for the first ever Positive Steps Showcase Event, where we will be highlighting the range of services we offer to the community and showcasing the impact of the work we are doing as an organisation overall. If all staff can invite relevant professionals and - [Our New Young People engagement Projects](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/our-new-young-people-engagement-projects/) - ‘Empower Oldham’ and ‘Engaging Rochdale’ are new projects aimed at connecting with young people who are currently Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET). The tailored provision will include mentoring, wellbeing support and practical solutions, to build confidence, resilience and motivation. Support will be creative and will focus on removing barriers and learning new skills, helping - [We hosted Oldham Festival for Business 2023 launch event!](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/we-hosted-oldham-festival-for-business-2023-launch-event/) - Yesterday we hosted the launch event of this years Oldham Festival for Business! The launch was an opportunity for local businesses to find out how to get involved in the Festival. This is what our CEO Paul Axon had to say about the event; What a fantastic turn out in the sun for Oldham’s #festivalofbusiness - [YJS Case Manager raises £1,425,95 after glorious Mount Toukbal Trip](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/shajia-raises-142595-after-glorious-mount-toukbal-trip/) - As you may be aware , our YJS Case Manager (Shajia Begum) recently embarked on a trip to climb Mount Toukbal to raise money for young people in Syria to receive prosthetic limbs through ACTION FOR HUMANITY. As part of her fundraising, she sold food to colleagues and partners here at Positive Steps whilst also spreading - [Young Carers Fundraising and Volunteer Award Night](https://positive-steps.org.uk/general/young-carers-fundraising-and-volunteer-award-night/) - Exciting News! Our Young Carers Fundraising & Volunteer Awards Night event is THIS FRIDAY the 15th of September at our Medtia Place, Positive Steps building 💜 Get ready for an amazing night filled with great food, raffles, magicians, a DJ and even live music! Entertainment Starting from 6 pm till 8 PM - Please note we will start ## Pages - [Home](https://positive-steps.org.uk/) - [Senior Engagement Worker – Wellbeing Hub](https://positive-steps.org.uk/senior-engagement-worker-wellbeing-hub-3/) - Job Description - Senior Engagement Worker Welfare HubDownload APPLY HERE Are you passionate about supporting people to overcome barriers, realise their strengths and make positive changes in their lives? We are looking for a committed and motivated Senior Engagement Worker to join our Wellbeing Hub team. This is an exciting opportunity to work with adults - [Volunteer With Us](https://positive-steps.org.uk/volunteering/) - Meet Our Volunteer and Volunteer Champion! 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We are at an exciting point in our development with a focus on growing - [Engagement Worker – Early Intervention and Prevention](https://positive-steps.org.uk/engagement-worker-eip/) - Job-Description-Engagement-Worker-EIP-2Download APPLY HERE - [Oldham Central Meeting Room](https://positive-steps.org.uk/oldham-central-meeting-room/) - New Teams Room Equipment - Instructions IT Support For any support with this equipment please contact the Positive Steps IT Department on 0161 621 9399 - [Director of Family, Community and Justice Services](https://positive-steps.org.uk/director-of-family-community-and-justice-services/) - Job-Description-Director-of-Families-Communities Apply Now Who we are Positive Steps is a unique organisation and have been changing the lives of people in Greater Manchester since 1977. Our current offer involves supporting those in Education, Criminal justice, Family and Community and Safeguarding settings. We are at an exciting point in our development with a focus on growing - [Service Lead – Family and Community Services](https://positive-steps.org.uk/service-lead-fcs/) - Job-Description-Service-Lead-Family-and-Community-services Apply Now Who we are Positive Steps is a unique organisation and have been changing the lives of people in Greater Manchester since 1977. Our current offer involves supporting those in Education, Criminal justice, Family and Community and Safeguarding settings. We are at an exciting point in our development with a focus on growing - [Youth Engagement Worker](https://positive-steps.org.uk/youth-engagement-worker-2/) - Job-Description-Youth-Engagement-Worker-3 Apply Now Who we are Positive Steps is a unique organisation and have been changing the lives of people in Greater Manchester since 1977. Our current offer involves supporting those in Education, Criminal justice, Family and Community and Safeguarding settings. We are at an exciting point in our development with a focus on growing - [Rochdale Careers Information and Resources](https://positive-steps.org.uk/rochdale-careers-information-and-resources/) - Understand the range of different pathways to choose from, so that you can decide if any are of interest (simply scroll up/down and across, then click on the image or opportunity of interest for more information). If you would like to discuss any of the opportunities in more detail with a career adviser, click the - [Our Services](https://positive-steps.org.uk/our-services/) - [Cookie Policy](https://positive-steps.org.uk/cookie-policy/) - What Are Cookies As is common practice with almost all professional websites this site uses cookies, which are tiny files that are downloaded to your computer, to improve your experience. This page describes what information they gather, how we use it and why we sometimes need to store these cookies. We will also share how ## Services - [Family Help - Children and Families Support](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/early-intervention/) - If you need more focused support for your family, our dedicated team of Engagement Workers can provide this. Offering support with a wide range of needs including parenting, housing, finances, mental wellbeing, physical health and more. Following a holistic family assessment the team provide 1:1 support to work alongside families to strengthen and empower to - [Careers Guidance whilst at school](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/pre-16-careers-guidance/) - For information and resources, visit our padlet pages for Oldham and Rochdale. Oldham Padlet Rochdale Padlet What are the different pathways you can take? It is important that you understand the pathways available to you when you leave Year 11. What are T Levels, A Levels, BTEC’s and Apprenticeships and what do they entail? Is - [Career Guidance](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/career-guidance/) - Contact Us You can contact us on 0161 621 9400 or complete the form on the Contact Us page. Alternatively, you can speak to us on the live chat feature. There is no rush - we can help you over a period of time. Not everybody feels ready and you may have other barriers or - [Youth Justice Service](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/youth-justice-service/) - What can our service offer you? Meet our YJS Team... - [Turnaround Project](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/turnaround-project/) - What is the Turnaround Project? Turnaround is a youth early intervention programme led by the Ministry of Justice. It is a c.£71 million programme providing multi-year funding to Youth Offending Teams (YOTs) across England and Wales until March 2026, enabling them to intervene earlier and improve outcomes for children on the cusp of entering the - [Unlocking Opportunities : Engaging Young People](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/young-people-engagement-projects/) - ‘Empower Oldham’ and ‘Engaging Rochdale’ are supported by Oldham Local Authority and Rochdale Local Authority, respectively. We are delighted to be working in partnership to deliver this much needed support to local young people. This project is funded by the UK government through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Click the button below to view the Padlet, - [Be Part of the Positive Steps Community](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/affordable-office-room-rentals-desk-hire-near-you-book-now/) - Flexible desk and meeting room hire from £12.50/hr. Choose hourly, weekly, monthly, or yearly packages designed to suit businesses, freelancers, and teams. - [Work Experience](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/work-experience/) - We offer a complete service to help students gain valuable practical work experience. Our streamlined online system takes care of the administration, making the whole process simple and efficient, where they can also create a CV, receive appraisals from employers, give their own feedback, and download certificates on completion. All risk management is handled by - [Positive Futures: Alternative Provision](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/positive-futures/) - Alternative provision for young people in Oldham. Mainstream education isn’t the right fit for everyone so we work closely with schools to identify students at risk of disengaging. - [Positive Cycles and Ability Wheelz](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/positive-cycles/) - Visit Our Bike Shop Our bike shop is located in Alexandra Park and is open every Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday from 10am – 3pm, Whether you’re looking to donate an old bike, purchase a refurbished one, or explore our bike hire options, we’d love to see you there! Find Us Here Get Involved If you’d like to donate a bike, - [Adult Help](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/adult-help/) - The Oldham Wellbeing Hub The Oldham Wellbeing Hub is commissioned by HMPPS, GMCA and are coordinated by The Big Life Group to support people on probation. Our purpose is to prevent people on probation from returning to prison, or returning to criminality by improving their overall wellbeing. We provide a weekly timetable of activities and - [Young Carers - Get Support & Help Now](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/young-carers/) - Young Carers Referral Form How We Support Young Carers We give young carers time away from their caring responsibilities through: For Young Carers Young Carers Rights in England The Children Act 1989 This law explains what councils must do to help children and families who need extra support. It says councils must: Make sure young - [Positive Steps: Leading the Way in Safeguarding](https://positive-steps.org.uk/services/leading-the-way-in-safeguarding/) - Safeguarding Principles Commitments We believe that the welfare of the child and/or adult at risk is paramount and have a zero-tolerance approach to abuse. We believe that all children, young people and adults, regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion or belief, and sexual identity, have a right to equal protection. 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We are here to help to support families and empower them towards a brighter future. - [Rooms, Desks & Meeting Spaces](https://positive-steps.org.uk/service-category/rooms-desk-hire/) - Find your perfect workspace with our flexible meeting rooms, office spaces, and hot desks. Enjoy free tea and coffee, fast Wi-Fi, in-house IT support, and friendly service staff. - [Positive Cycles/Ability Wheelz](https://positive-steps.org.uk/service-category/positive-cycles/) - We take old, unused bikes and give them a new lease on life. Our dedicated teams of volunteers and young people work together to refurbish these bikes, learning valuable skills and earning AQA qualifications in the process. - [Education & Careers](https://positive-steps.org.uk/service-category/careers/) - Our experienced and knowledgeable team of Careers Advisers, Careers Coaches and Youth Engagement workers are here to help you. - [Criminal Justice](https://positive-steps.org.uk/service-category/youth-justice-service/) - The Youth Justice Service helps to reduce the number of young people entering police custody, reduce the amount of young people entering the criminal justice system. - [Safeguarding](https://positive-steps.org.uk/service-category/safeguarding/) - Our Safeguarding services allows us to protect the wellbeing and human rights of members of our community. This enables them to live free from harm, abuse and neglect. Safeguarding children, young people and adults is a collective responsibility across our services.