Whether you’re just leaving school, returning to work, or thinking of changing occupation, working out the career path you want to take can seem overwhelming. Break it down step by step into a career plan that identifies your goals and skills, explores suitable jobs, and sets out actions to take – and you’ll have a roadmap to get you where you want to go.
Get Career Confident
How-to videos offering practical information and guidance on topics ranging from how to research careers online to tailoring your CV to job-hunting do’s and don’ts.
Sussex Learning Network - The Pay Index
A free, easy-to-use app that provides regularly updated information to support learner as they consider their future educational options and the financial implications.
Careers East Sussex
Information on key local employment sectors, as well as advice on finding a job and financial support for learning and training.
Get Career Confident
Recommended career sites by sector – from accountancy to performing arts – as well as general careers information and advice on pathways, training and study option.
Love Local Jobs
A free online jobs board helping local jobseekers search and apply for vacancies in and around Sussex.
National Careers Service
Find out what a job involves and if it’s right for you by exploring NCS’ job categories – from animal care to travel and tourism.
Jobcentre Plus
If you are out of work, you can get support from your local job centre. Jobcentre Plus provides resources to enable jobseekers to find work through Jobpoints (its touch-screen terminals), Jobseeker Direct (its telephone service) and the Jobcentre Plus website.
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