Careers Links

The National Careers Service provides information, advice and guidance to help students make decisions on learning, training and work opportunities.  The service offers confidential and impartial advice and is supported by qualified careers’ advisers.  You can chat with an adviser using webchat (8am to 10pm, 7 days a week). Or you can call 0800 100 900 to speak to an adviser (8am to 10pm, 7 days a week). Calls are free from landlines and most mobile numbers.

Learn Live is where you find some useful video clips about local employers and employability. The site will be regularly updated, so be sure to check in regularly.  View the latest careers opportunities by visiting our learnliveuk.com/channel.

icould provides career inspiration and information through free access to over 1000 personal video stories, detailed job information, plus practical tips, insight and advice.

TogetherForChildren services in Tyne and Wear offer confidential advice and support for 13-19 year olds (and up to age 25 for young people with special needs) who live in the Tyne and Wear area.

The National Apprenticeship Service website offers guidance on how to apply for an apprenticeship as well as listing current local apprenticeship opportunities. More information on apprenticeships can be found at http://amazingapprenticeships.com.

CareersBox is a free online library of careers related videos, news and information.

UCAS is an online search and application tool for post 16 courses.

CASCAID Parents Guide to Careers Guidance

Business in the Community have produced the following infographics on the key features of the North East labour market;  LMI Info North East

Parental Guidance offers advice and information on all aspects of the process of career choice for young people aged 13 to 25.  Good quality careers education will raise the aspirations of all young people. It will increase motivation by linking activities in school with preparation for life post 16 and post 18. CEIAG will, therefore, contribute to raising students’ achievement, help students focus on their longer-term career ambitions and ensure an equality of opportunity for all.

Download the latest version of Pearson College London's Employability Guide containing skills and knowledge to support you as you enter the job market by entering your details here.

Find out about careers by your favourite subjects!  These subject career pages are a great way to start exploring your possible future career options in the subjects you enjoy. Click on the link to find out more: Subject Careers Directory

Skillsometer can help you discover what jobs you might like to do in the future. You will be presented with a series of statements. Select the emoji that shows how you feel about each statement. You will be given suggestions of jobs linked to what you most enjoy doing. 

Online guidance, provided by GoCompare, designed to support your understanding of legal requirements, tax and insurance. Click HERE to view.

The Career and Enterprise Company My Choices guide designed to support you with taking the rights careers pathway for you.

CV writing tips download.