LTSB

About LTSB

We’re a social mobility charity on a mission to empower young people aged 16-24 from underrepresented backgrounds, helping you build the confidence, skills, and networks to launch a meaningful career.

How it works?

You’ll join a short programme designed to get you ready for the workplace. You’ll build confidence, develop practical skills, and take part in activities that push you to grow. Along the way, you’ll meet professionals, learn what employers are really looking for, and develop valuable connections. When you finish, you’ll be guaranteed an interview with one of our employment partners, giving you a real chance to kick-start your career.

Who can apply?

We work in communities where potential often struggles to find opportunity. You can apply if you:

• Are aged 16 – 24 years old (18-24 years old for some programmes)
• Are / have been eligible for Free School Meals
• Attended a State school

Check out each programme page for specific eligibility requirements, as they can vary.

Our Employers

We’re partnered with major UK companies who offer not just a job, but a chance to start a career. We work closely with our employers before and during your first year of work, giving you the best chance of success. Check out our website to see some of the employers we work with.

We only work with employers who pay at least the National Living Wage.

Where we work

• London
• Manchester
• Liverpool
• Birmingham
• Glasgow
• Edinburgh

Our Programmes

Business

6-8 weeks | London, Manchester, Birmingham, Liverpool and Glasgow

You’ll gain practical experience in areas like finance, marketing, insurance, and administration, taking part in interactive sessions, group projects, and delve into professional workplaces with insight days with leading employers. You’ll also receive tailored coaching to develop your CV, interview skills, and workplace confidence. On completion, you’ll be put forward for interviews with one of our employment partners.

Law

8 weeks | London

You’ll explore careers such as paralegal, legal assistant, or solicitor apprentice while learning from BPP University Law School and legal professionals. The programme combines training sessions, insight talks, and practical exercises to prepare you for a legal career. Everyone who completes the programme is guaranteed an interview with one of our employment partners.

Data & Technology / Customer Advisor (in partnership with NatWest)

3 weeks full-time | London, Birmingham, Edinburgh, and Manchester

Our programme will prepare you for a variety of different digital, data and technology apprenticeships, alongside preparing you for a guaranteed interview with lead employer NatWest.

Contact Centre (in partnership with NatWest)

3 weeks full-time | Edinburgh, Southend, and Manchester

Including 2 days' work experience at a Contact Centre, this programme gets you ready for a Customer Experience career and an interview with NatWest for an apprenticeship in Financial Customer Service. The bank will look to you to deliver an excellent service to its customers, keeping their needs and financial goals in mind at all times.