Platform 1 Youth Hub - Hemsworth

22/06/2026

EPEC (Empowering Parents, Empowering Communities) courses are led by local parents, for local parents.

We’ll fully train, support, and guide you to deliver the Being a Parent course—helping families build confidence and give their children the best start in life 👶✨

🤝 Join a supportive network
🌱 Learn new skills
❤️ Support other parents

Interested in becoming a parent facilitator? Get in touch!

See video in the Comments for more information about the course.

20/06/2026

Be safe in the sun. ☀️

20/06/2026

If you see someone in trouble, make the right call - call 999.

If you see someone in trouble, make the right call - call 999!

📲 PHONE 999 for help
🗣️ Tell them to FLOAT on their back
🛟 THROW rescue equipment to keep them afloat until emergency services arrive

18/06/2026

Wakefield Armed Forces Day returns on Saturday 4 July!

Come along to Pontefract Park from 10am-4:30pm for a free, family-friendly event honouring serving and veteran members of the Armed Forces alongside the broader services of military personnel.

There will be a Battle of Britain Memorial Flight, military stalls and displays, veterans parade, free-fall parachute display, arena entertainment, market, community stalls, street food & bar and funfair rides!

Find out more at expwake.co/ArmedForcesDay

16/06/2026

Hey Dads – Time to Recharge! 🪫

Feeling like you need a break? Come to Dads’ Club – your midweek escape to play some pool, darts, chat, eat pizza and have a laugh.

📅 Wednesday 17th June 2026
🕕 6:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Platform One Youth Hub, Hemsworth, WF9 4AB

📞 Simply turn up on the night or you can let us know you’ll be joining us by calling 01977 722215

👊 Bring a mate or make one here – you'll never be on your own

15/06/2026

13/06/2026

It’s Drowning Prevention Week.

Please share!

12/06/2026

Hey Dads – Time to Recharge!

Feeling like you need a break? Come to Dads’ Club – your midweek escape to play some pool, darts, chat, eat pizza and have a laugh.

📅 Wednesday 17th June 2026
🕕 6:00pm – 8:00pm
📍 Platform One Youth Hub, Hemsworth, WF9 4AB

📞 Simply turn up on the night or you can let us know you’ll be joining us by calling 01977 722215

👊 Bring a mate or make one here – you'll never be on your own

12/06/2026

Job Opportunity!

Apply Now 👍🏻

We’re looking for a Youth Support Worker to join our Early Intervention and Prevention team, supporting young people across Wakefield to thrive, grow and reach their full potential.

In this role, you’ll:

• Deliver engaging activities and informal learning opportunities
• Build positive relationships and support young people’s development
• Help create safe, inclusive spaces where young people feel valued
• Work flexibly across youth hubs and community settings

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a service that truly changes lives, helping young people build confidence, skills and brighter futures 🤝

Browse our jobs and apply today and be part of something meaningful. https://orlo.uk/ZMT80

11/06/2026

With the World Cup starting tonight, we wanted to share information on our healthy relationships support as we know major sporting tournaments can increase conflict within the home.

Information around reducing conflict and maintaining healthy relationships can be found here:
👉https://www.wakefieldfamiliestogether.co.uk/support-for-parents-and-carers/healthy-relationships/

If you are experiencing domestic abuse in any form, the Wakefield Domestic Abuse Support Service (Wakefield DASS) can offer help, advice and support. To find out more, go to:
👉https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/our-people-and-communities/community-safety/domestic-abuse