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Choices for Work

Introduction to Choices for Work

There is so much to think about!

  • Do you want to start work at 16?
  •  Would you prefer to look for work at 18 after you’ve been to college?
  • Are you thinking of going to university and getting a job after you graduate?
  • Do you want an apprenticeship to give you a good start on the work ladder?
  • Do you want to work for yourself?
  • Do you want to work in a small company or a larger one?
  • Do you want to work near home or are you prepared to travel?
  • Do you want to work part time or flexible hours?

Use these pages to help you decide
Activity Agreement
Have you got stuck in a rut? If you are 16 ? 17 and been unemployed and out of education or training for over 20 weeks, and not receiving benefits.
Apprenticeships
Apprenticeships work with training
e2e Entry into Employment
If you are 16-18 and want a job but feel you, but aren’t ready to go straight into an Apprenticeship or job then e2e is for you.
New Deal for Young People
If you’re 18 - 24 and been claiming Jobseekers Allowance for six months or more you’re probably entitled to join a New Deal programme.
Part Time Working
This could mean working a few hours a week to working virtually full time
Self Employment
Over 3.5 million people work for themselves in the UK
The Local Jobmarket
Here’s what happened to young people who’ve recently left school in your area
Training Providers
Training Providers are organisations that are qualified to offer you training to get NVQ qualifications while you are working.
Using your Connexions Centre
Using your Connexions Centre for help and advice
Voluntary Work
There are a variety of voluntary activities that you could do from the informal – helping at home, shopping for a neighbour to getting involved with organised voluntary projects in your area.
Working Abroad
Working Abroadhow and where