Unemployment: General advice and guidance

Use this page for general information, resources, and guidance to support you in finding your next job.

General support

National Careers Service

The National Careers Service (NCS) offer free and impartial information, advice and guidance to help individuals with decisions about careers, courses and employment. NCS provide one-to-one support and guidance led by qualified careers advisers. Individuals are assessed to identify their career goals and aspirations and are supported through the journey of developing the skills required and finding opportunities in their chosen industry.

training/courses offered: mentoring/employability
ages: 19+
location: Worcestershire
contact: Dan Reynolds | daniel.reynolds@prospects.co.uk | 07715 622 001
website: Careers advice - job profiles, information and resources | National Careers Service

Careers Worcs

The Careers Worcs service offers support to 16 to 24 year olds looking for education or training choices; helping them to make informed careers decisions.

training/courses offered: mentoring, apprenticeships, employability, traineeships, support
ages: 16-24
location: Worcestershire
contact: 0300 666 3 666 | careersworcs@worcestershire.gov.uk
website: CareersWorcs

Job Finding Support Service

The quick fire support team, consists of around 300 Job Search Advisors who will support people to get back into work quickly. They will also assist the recently unemployed who already have the skills and experience needed to move into a new career but might not be sure where to start.

training/course offered: mentoring/support/employability
ages: 16+
location: National
website: Job Finding Support service press release

LinkedIn's community and resources are here to help you discover new career paths, learn relevant skills, find jobs that are in-demand and stand out to recruiters.

website: Helping 25 million job seekers get back to work

Microsoft Learn

Whether you're just starting or an experienced professional, our hands-on approach helps you arrive at your goals faster, with more confidence and at your own pace.

website: Microsoft Learn | Microsoft Docs