Career support for looked after children and care leavers

Taking that next step from school can be difficult whatever your situation.

Information for Looked After Children and Care Leavers

This page should support those who maybe be looked after or care leavers. This page should support you with information and signposting to additional support nationally or within the county.

General advice, guidance and advocacy support

Coram Voice UK

Providing independent support and online resources.

The Care Leavers Association

Providing advice and support on any aspect of leaving care.

Careers Advice and Guidance

Support for those aged 16+ who are not in Employment, Training, or Education.

Care Leavers Service

The Care Leavers Service and available support.

Rees Foundation

Life-long help and support to those with care experience.

Supported Employment Service

Supporting vulnerable people and those with learning disabilities to prepare for, and find employment.

Higher and Further Education Advice and Guidance

Become

Advice and guidance, and Coaching for those aged 16-27, and Virtual hang-out space for those aged 18+.

The Careers Worcs Information Advice and Guidance service

Book a 1 to 1 appointment with a careers advisor (for those aged 15 to 24).

Opportunities to gain new skills and become ready for the world of work

National Citizen Service

Supporting those aged 16-17 build resilience, and confidence, improve their well-being and work skills, and make a difference to society through various opportunities.

Princes Trust

Supporting those aged 11-30 to build their skills and confidence.

Financial support

Learner Support Gov.UK

If you’re aged 19 or over, on a further education course and facing financial hardship, you could get Learner Support.

Financial Support for Further and Higher Education

Support from the care leavers service.

Find a further education course

Young Adult Learning

Find out more about available vocational courses.

Worcestershire apprenticeships

Worcestershire Apprenticeships are here to support young people interested in Traineeships or Apprenticeships.