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Are you aged 16 to 19 (or up to 25 with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)) and unsure about your next steps? Whether you're considering further education, training opportunities or employment, Careers Plymouth is here to help. This summer, Careers Plymouth will be offering careers support days at Skills Launchpad Plymouth, providing young people living in Plymouth with free, personalised guidance and advice. How Careers Plymouth Can Support You The Careers Plymo

Since 2021, our Youth Hub Coordinators have been connecting young people with the support, advice and opportunities they need to take their next step. By bringing together training providers, careers professionals and support organisations, we're helping Plymouth's young people explore their options and build brighter futures. Whether you're leaving education, considering further training, or looking for your first step into work, our Training and Apprenticeship Drop-in is

Is your young person exploring their options after school or college? Join Caring Plymouth's FREE online webinar to discover how apprenticeships in adult social care, childcare and early years can provide a rewarding pathway into meaningful careers. Aimed at parents and guardians of young people aged 16+, this one-hour session will explore how apprenticeships offer a paid route into employment, combining hands-on experience with recognised qualifications. You'll learn more

Not everyone leaves school knowing exactly what they want to do—and that's okay. Career journeys often take unexpected turns, with new opportunities, interests, and experiences shaping the path along the way. Our team shares what they thought they'd be doing when they left school and how their careers have actually developed. Their stories show that there are many different routes to success, and it's never too late to explore new possibilities. 👉 Need help planning your nex

At 23, Tyler was at a crossroads. Having previously attended City College, he found himself unemployed and unsure of how to take the next step toward a sustainable and fulfilling career. With an interest in building their future but limited confidence in navigating recruitment processes, he turned to Skills Launchpad Plymouth for support. From the outset, Tyler began receiving consistent and personalised guidance from the Skills Team. “I received regular calls and messages

At Skills Launchpad Plymouth, we’re always looking for ways to support your next step—whether that’s building new skills or exploring a change in direction. To make things easier, we’ve put together a simple overview of what’s coming up and when. It’s also Youth Employment Week, so keep an eye on our social media channels for helpful information and resources to support young people in becoming job-ready. Monday (open to anyone 16+), 10am to 3pm Caring Plymouth Drop-in Sess

Connect to Work - in your community Thinking about finding a job in 2026? The Connect to Work supported employment programme is here to support Plymouth residents in taking the next step towards meaningful employment. If you’re facing extra challenges such as a disability, health condition (including mental health), or neurodiversity, this free programme offers tailored, one-to-one support to help you find, and thrive, in work that suits your skills and circumstances. Who i

Plymouth is full of exciting opportunities for young people to build confidence, learn new skills, explore training and education pathways, and take steps toward that dream job or career — and we’re here to make it easier! Each month, we round up the latest local opportunities all in one place, including brilliant free events you can get involved in. Want to dive in? Click here or download the PDF below to learn more and start exploring what’s out there for you. If anything c

There are always so many great opportunities for skills, training, education, careers and jobs here in Plymouth. To keep things simple, each month we pull together the latest offer so you can access the information in one document. Want to dive in? Click here or download the PDF below to learn more and start exploring what’s out there for you. Don't forget, you can also help yourself to localised information, advice and guidance through our Adult Hub Resource Bank.

Travelling independently can present significant challenges for people with visual impairments, particularly when accessing public transport. To help address this, All Things Dotty has partnered with Plymouth City Council to introduce a more accessible way to access bus timetable information. As part of a six-month trial, new accessible timetables are now available at the Plymouth Travel Centre. These include printed formats, Braille, and QR codes that can be scanned to acc