❝ Whilst at positive futures I felt like I needed development in team working skills. I have loved coming to positive futures and have completed all activities given. I feel like I’m ready to return to school full time. ❞
Who we are
Positive Steps is a dynamic charitable trust, offering a wide range of tailored services for children, young people, adults, and families.
We take pride in recognising and embracing the diversity of the individuals and communities we support, ensuring our services are as unique as the people we serve.
Our Purpose
We empower children, young people, adults and families in Greater Manchester to achieve their potential by building trusted relationships to develop skills, knowledge and confidence.
We’re excited to unveil our brand new Strategic Plan, a bold vision for how we’ll serve and uplift our communities in the years ahead. From innovative programs to deeper partnerships, this plan reflects our unwavering commitment to impact.
Explore Our Strategic Plan
Did you know?
Positive Steps is proud to be the Oldham Mayor’s chosen charity for this year! Councillor Eddie Moores has selected us as his charity of the year, helping to raise awareness and support for the work we do with young people and families in the community.
❝ Thank you for everything you have done this term to support our pupils, it has been immensely successful, and they are really enjoying it ❞
❝ I have to say that his experience at Positive steps has been one of the best he has had, and it’s been a pleasure sharing that with him. ❞
What we do
We are committed to empowering everyone we work with, to reach their full potential. Our aim is to inspire success, break down barriers that limit potential, and empower people to transform their lives.
Many of those we support face complex and long-standing challenges, but with our guidance, they can overcome these obstacles and become independent, active members of their communities.
People First
We care about the work we do and the people we work with.
Making Impact
We work hard to make a positive difference.
Teamwork
We work as a team and build trusted relationships.
Inclusion
We put inclusion at the centre of our work.
Collaboration
Working alongside people, respecting their expertise.
Careers Guidance
Our Matrix-accredited careers advisers supported [ x ] young people last year. Of those who completed the programme, [ x ]% went on to education, employment or training within three months.
Youth Justice Service
Oldham YJS consistently achieves reoffending rates below the national average. As the only statutory YOT in England and Wales delivered by an independent charitable trust, our model puts rehabilitation at the centre of everything we do.
Young Carers
We've supported young carers in Oldham since 2009. Young people in our programme report improved wellbeing, reduced isolation, and greater confidence in managing their caring responsibilities alongside school and social life.
Alternative Provision
Positive Futures supports young people in Key Stage 3 and 4 who have become disengaged from mainstream education. The majority of completers go on to re-engage with education, training or employment.
Family Help
Our Early Intervention and Prevention service supports families in Oldham before situations escalate. [ x ]% of families supported reported improved ability to manage their situation independently after working with us.
Social Prescribing
Our Link Workers connected [ x ] adults to community support last year, helping reduce isolation and improve mental wellbeing without additional pressure on NHS services.
Ready to talk?
Join the thousands who we've helped over the last 25 years, our team is here waiting for you. Get in touch and see what we can do together.
