Hub in The Community

The Hub in the Community programme places dedicated Hub Officers in local secondary schools to mentor pupils, support school attendance and help young people transition confidently to further education or employment. Delivered by the Rangers Charity Foundation in partnership with secondary schools across Glasgow, it creates a stable environment where pupils receive tailored support and guidance.

What the Programme Involves

Each school benefits from at least one full-time Community Hub Officer who works closely with teachers, support staff and families. These officers:

• Deliver one-to-one mentoring to young people facing barriers in school

• Lead group sessions to improve attendance, behaviour and confidence

• Co-ordinate class-based projects and transition activities from primary to secondary school

• Support pupils in planning their next steps after school

The programme launched in January 2018 at Govan High School, and then extended into other schools such as Knightswood Secondary School, Drumchapel High School and Whitehill Secondary School due to its success. In early 2025 Whitehill added a second full-time Community Hub Officer to help support more pupils.

Why the Programme Matters

Many pupils face challenges that affect their attainment and progression beyond school. However, this programme helps by:

• Providing consistent, trusted relationships with Hub Officers who understand their needs

• Boosting attendance and engagement in the classroom

• Helping pupils set clear goals and feel supported during their transition phases

• Encouraging positive outcomes such as returning to education, training or entering employment

Moreover, the programme creates a strong link between school life and future opportunities which can enhance both motivation and achievement.

Who Can Benefit?

The Hub in the Community programme supports pupils of all secondary year groups who may face risk of disengagement, low attendance or difficulty with transitions. Schools can refer students who will benefit from additional mentoring and structure. In addition, the Hub Officers work with families and school staff to ensure wrap-around support is in place.

How Schools and Pupils Get Involved

If your school would like to explore the Hub in the Community programme please contact us. Our team will work alongside you and your school to see how we can help you succeed, both now and beyond school.

We are grateful to the Robertson Trust for their award of a grant to help us continue to support school pupils across Glasgow.