We will try to help you financially and develop the skills you need to manage your own finances.

We will

  • support you to open your own bank account
  • give you information about how to access your Junior ISA or Child Trust Fund
  • give you your financial gift at birthdays and Christmas or other celebrations
  • support you to get important identification documents, such as a passport and provisional driving licence, before your 18th birthday
  • support you to get your National Insurance number
  • make sure you get the advice you need to help you learn to manage your money and make sure this is written down into your Pathway Plan
  • help you with your budgeting skills
  • help you with financial support if you need it in an emergency
  • make sure you know where and how to apply for any benefits you might be entitled to