40%
Of care leaversare out of work, education or training by their early 20s.
Bringing a wider worldof work within reach.
At 18, young people leaving the care system often face adulthood alone.
compared to
13%
Of their peersThat’s 3× the rate.
Care leavers don’t lack talent.
They’re resilient, driven and loyal.
They lack access.
Traditional hiring routes weren’t built for them...
until now.
Bringing a wider worldof work within reach.
Wingspan makes it easy to hire
care-experienced young people,
and supports you both until the job sticks.
What you get from this first-of-its-kind programme:
Prepared candidates
Mentored, job-ready, matched to your roles.
Confident managers
Practical guidance for your team from day one.
Hires that stay
Ongoing support beyond the start date.
Impact that sets you apart
Change a young person’s future for good.
We’re looking for 20 visionary employers to launch Wingspan with us.
Be one of the first to redefine what’s possible from care to career.