Who is the TYSS for?

The Targeted Youth Support Service (TYSS) works with young people aged 11-18 at times of difficulty to prevent any issues getting worse.

They support you in making positive choices, enable you to cope with difficulties, have increased aspirations and be more resilient to harm. 

Working with you they help you meet your social and emotional needs and move forward with your life.

Ask for help: If you're aged 13+ you refer yourself to the Targeted Youth Support Service by completing this short referral form.

Is the service right for me?

This service is for young people aged 11-18 who need support with social and emotional development.

The Targeted Youth Support Service can also support those aged up to 25 with an EHCP or have been part of Children We Care For. 

If this service is not for you, we can help you to find the right service and support for your needs.

Got any questions? If you have any questions you can contact the Targeted Youth Support Service directly via email tyss@oxfordshire.gov.uk 

Access the Service

If you think the service will help a young person in your care:

• You must have their consent to contact us
• A carer can request support or they can help a young person ask for help

You can also ask anyone else who might be helping you, like a social worker, to ask about referring you to the service.

If you are aged 13+ you do not need consent from a parent/guardian, but the service will let them know they will be working with you.

It's in your control: Your involvement with Targeted Youth Support Service is voluntary, meaning you can opt out at any time if you change your mind.

Meeting your youth worker

After you have requested service, you will be contacted by a youth worker. If you agree together that the service is right for you, they will arrange when and where to meet and can give you an idea of what you’ll be doing in each session.

The first time they meet you they will introduce themselves, go through consent, and confidentiality. 

Take Action: You can also download our Targeted Youth Support Service flier.