Sound Voices
Multi-media and communications training for young people. Developing skills, creativity and confidence.
Multi-media and communications training for young people. Developing skills, creativity and confidence.
We offer SEND provision in mainstream and special schools which support learners with social and emotional mental health needs outside of the classroom setting. Our network of training hubs also deliver skills-based learning and work placement opportunities in the community.
Secondary school students
Community Reporters is a project for young people of all abilities.
15 - 25 year olds
Pathway to Employment helps school-leavers seeking jobs improve their employability and become work ready.
SEND Learners
Community Reporters, Early Interventions and Pathway to Employment are all run by experienced trainers.
Helping Primary School children ensure that they arrive at Secondary School fit for the next stage of their educational journey. This involves taking children outside a classroom environment to explore their creativity as a pathway to building resilience.
This is for small groups from Years 5 and 6 and has a social and mental health focus
We work with local schools that identify students, typically Years 8 - 10. Early Interventions (EI) provides a meaningful learning experience for students who are not thriving in a traditional classroom environment. Helping those with social and emotional mental health needs to learn strategies and communication tools through the use of multi-media skills to be able to rebuild their resilience.
Trainees develop confidence, collaboration and communication skills that will keep them progressing in education. We often find our programmes result in improved behaviour, attendance and engagement with schools.
Sound Vision's services are unique, as once EI is complete we offer progressive pathways through our Community Reporters program. Our young people also have the opportunity for their work to be broadcast on local radio through our partnerships.
We give young people aged 11-18 the skills, confidence and platforms to share their own stories and represent their communities. Participants become community reporters, learning to interview, record, edit and share authentic stories often missing from mainstream media.
Their content is broadcast through Sound Vision’s media partners, including licensed local radio and online platforms. These partnerships ensure that the voices we train are heard, valued and celebrated, while producing content that strengthens community life and inspires audiences.The reporters learn skills which enhance educational and employment pathways, and most importantly, improve mental health and wellbeing.
Many of our trainees have the opportunity to gain Arts Award qualifications, we have awarded over 50 over the last 2 years.
Sound Voices offers customised learning for 15-25-year-olds of all abilities in a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment.
Pathway to Employment focuses on employability and helps young job seekers develop their workplace skills and become work ready. We use a mix of workshops, mentoring, traineeships and work placements to hone interview skills, CV crafting, proficiency with LinkedIn and confidence in the workplace. For some young people this is their first time in a working environment. Our friendly team of trainers and mentors help those leaving education get 'work ready' and make the transition to employment easier.
Without my work placement through Pathway to Employment, I have no doubt that I would not have gained the skills, experience and most importantly the confidence required to thrive in a corporate environment."
Natalie Randall, UKIA Social Media Lead, Accenture & PR and Media Consultant, Sound Vision
