The Eat That Frog Youth Hub brings together everything you need to move forward with wellbeing and employment in one place. You can get face-to-face support with jobs and careers, mental health, housing, money, digital skills and everyday independence, all under one roof. You will work with a dedicated mentor who gets to know you, listens properly and helps you create a clear plan. You can access one-to-one sessions, group activities or a mix of both depending on what suits you best. Support is practical, personalised and focused on real outcomes like work, training, education or volunteering, while also supporting your wellbeing along the way

Meet Andreas
He is our Torbay Youth Hub Mentor, bringing loads of real-world experience and a super down-to-earth vibe. Andreas is big on fitness, running, gym sessions and healthy eating. He’s also a football fan who enjoys both playing and watching the game… especially when Manchester United are actually winning! And if he’s not doing that, you’ll probably find him out walking his dog.

Meet Isi 👋
Our Youth Hub Work Coach, here to support you! Whether you’ve got a clear plan or no clue where to start, she’s all about helping you build confidence and figure things out at your own pace. Outside of work, Isi loves cooking, gardening and spending time with her Great Dane, Tiny Tina… who, despite the name, is definitely not tiny and absolutely impossible to ignore!

Meet Steve 👋,
One of the friendly mentors you’ll see at the Youth Hub. With a background in health and fitness, Steve is big on looking after both your body and your mind. He’s all about that balanced, real-life approach, not just jobs and CVs, but confidence, wellbeing and feeling good in yourself too. Expect honest chats, practical help and someone who actually listens.
Your space.
Your future.
Your Next Step.
The Eat That Frog Youth Hub is for 16–24 year olds living in Torbay who want support moving towards work, education or training and who may be facing barriers like low confidence, mental health challenges, housing worries or lack of experience.
To be eligible you must:
- Reside in Torbay
- Be aged 16-24
- Be in receipt of UC (Universal Credit*)
*You can be in part-time training or employment and still be on UC
You do not need to have it all figured out. You just need to be open to taking the next step.
The Youth Hub is flexible and designed around you. Most people stay for between three and six months, with regular sessions that build momentum and confidence over time.
You can access the hub in Torquay or Paignton, with support available Monday to Friday.
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Torquay
Paignton
Brixham


You do not have to do this alone. If you want support that feels human, practical and built around you, the Eat That Frog Youth Hub is ready when you are.
Get in touch, drop in or ask your work coach or support worker to refer you today. Your future starts here.
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Getting a job is just the start. We stay with you.
Once you start work, we can support you for up to 12 weeks with:
Settling into the workplace
Managing travel, routines and money
Building confidence at work
Talking to employers if problems come up
Making adjustments if you need them
Our aim is to help you stay in work and feel good about it.
Your wellbeing matters just as much as work.
You can access:
One-to-one wellbeing sessions
Support with anxiety, stress, confidence and motivation
Group wellbeing sessions and peer support
Mental health specialists visiting the hub
Help talking to employers about health needs
Support with Access to Work and reasonable adjustments
Everything is handled in a trauma-informed, non-judgemental way. If you need extra support, we can help you connect with specialist services too.
Money can feel overwhelming, especially when starting work.
We can help you:
Set up ID and a bank account if needed
Understand what you will be better off on when working
Create a simple budget that works for you
Understand payslips, deductions and benefits
Plan for travel and work-related costs
The goal is to help you feel more confident and in control of your money.
If digital stuff feels tricky, you are not alone.
We can support you with:
Using laptops, phones and tablets
Setting up and using email
Microsoft apps like Word
Online job searching and applications
Registering on job and apprenticeship websites
Online safety
Using your Universal Credit journal
We go at your pace and explain things clearly, no judgement.
If housing or independent skills is a worry, you do not have to deal with it alone.
We offer support with:
Housing applications
Preventing homelessness
Tenancy issues and staying housed
Understanding your housing options
Links to emergency accommodation if needed
Travel planning and getting places on time
Daily routines and timekeeping
Personal presentation for work
Healthy sleep, food and exercise habits
Positive relationships and communication
Housing specialists visit the hub regularly and work alongside your mentor.