Hosted on Youth Employment UK’s platform, the module gives students an interactive and insightful introduction to the organisation. Through digital activities, employer insights, and real‑world scenarios young people can explore its sectors and services, plus career opportunities and pathways, such as apprenticeships and early careers programmes.

The platform is initially being piloted with over 1,000 educators being given access. Compass will also use the platform to reach schools in ‘Left Behind’ regions, working in close partnership with Chartwells Schools, part of its education sector.

Jonathan Foot, director of skills and early careers at Compass Group UK & Ireland, said: “We are excited to be working with Youth Employment UK on this project - offering young people the chance to explore work with us and learn about our wonderful industry.

“Supporting young people into meaningful work is something we care deeply about at Compass and this forms part of our new Classroom to Careers strategy, which aims to further support young people who are looking to get onto the career ladder in hospitality. We hope students enjoy the module and gain valuable insight into our business and the opportunities within our sector.”

Compass and Youth Employment UK will utilise feedback from the pilot to further refine the user experience, in anticipation of a wider roll out in September. The initiative supports Compass’ wider commitment, to positively impact one million people by 2030 through its ‘Our Social Promise’.

Laura-Jane Rawlings MBE DL, chief executive & founder of Youth Employment UK, added: “The annual Youth Voice Census tells us time and time again that too many young people lack confidence in their skills and miss out on key work experience opportunities.

“Through this partnership, we’re raising aspirations, supporting important milestones, and showcasing what meaningful employer commitment in the food and support services sector can look like. By making these resources freely available for all young people and educators, we hope more young people will have the confidence to explore new opportunities as they take their next steps from the classroom to fulfilling careers.”