Finding work
This section is all about work to help you with your options.
It includes support from people to help you find and apply for work. And help you might be able to get at work so that you can do your job well and develop your skills and confidence.
People that can help you
If you are at school or college, talk to a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities Coordinator (SENDCo) or careers teacher. If you are unemployed (sometimes known as NEET) aged 16-18 (under 25 with an EHCP) contact an adviser on 0344 800 8022 or email helpyouchoose@norfolk.gov.uk
Finding work at 16+
All young people aged 16 or 17 should be in some form of learning until they are 18. This is called Raising Participation Age. This law can be confusing but there is a very good guide from Directions that tells you about it.
Doing your job well
Applying for jobs and going to interviews is all part of finding work. There is help and support available to help you be successful.
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Successful job hunting
Tips to help you prepare a CV, complete an application form, write a covering letter, look for vacancies, get ready for an interview and much more!
Work Support Projects
Gain confidence and the skills you need to find work. Click here to read about the support available and then click on each link for more information.
Courses available all year round
Most people will apply for a course beginning in September. There are some full time courses that begin at other times in the year that can help you gain the skills needed to get into work.
Voluntary work
Volunteering is a great option to help you gain skills and confidence to find work.
Jobcentre Plus
Jobcentre Plus can provide you with help to meet your needs and much more, such as, Access to Work, and the Work and Health programme.
Apprenticeships, Traineeships & Supported Internships
Apprenticeships are real jobs. Young people with SEND can get extra help.
You might want to think about a traineeship or Supported Internship. They might provide more support to help you prepare for an apprenticeship or a job.
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