At Skills Launchpad Plymouth, we’re always working on ways to support your next step, whether that’s building new skills or exploring a change in direction. To make things easy, we’ve pulled together a simple overview of what’s coming up and when. Monday to Friday Youth Hub appointments only (for those aged 16 to 24) Our friendly Youth Hub Coordinators are joined by DWP Work Coaches to offer young people pre-booked appointments to discuss their options for skills, training, e

Are you aged 16 to 25 and looking to build your confidence, gain new skills and improve your future career prospects? Join us for a drop-in session to learn more about the King's Trust Team Programme delivered by City College Plymouth. This free 12-week programme is designed to help young people gain valuable experience, build confidence and prepare for employment, education or further training. At the session, you'll have the opportunity to meet representatives from City Col

Some of Plymouth’s biggest and best-known employers are set to return to this year’s Launchpad Live two-day future careers event, showcasing the breadth of opportunities available locally and promoting the city’s key growth sectors. Hosted at the Plymouth Life Centre on Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 October 2026, Launchpad Live aims to inspire young people, raise aspirations and increase awareness of the wide range of career choices and progression pathways available. More than 5

Looking for your next job, training course or career move? The new national Jobs and Careers Service brings together careers information, job search tools and personalised support in one place, making it easier to access help with careers, skills, training and employment opportunities Whether you're exploring your options, changing career, returning to work or taking your first steps into employment, there's a range of free tools and resources available to help. You can explo

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

Theatre Royal Plymouth is inviting professionals to attend two upcoming Our Space Annotated Workshops at the TR2 Production and Learning Centre, offering the opportunity to experience the programme first-hand and learn more about the support it provides to adults and young people across Plymouth. The sessions are designed for professionals who work with individuals facing barriers to wellbeing, inclusion and community connection. Attendees will meet the Our Space team, take

In Plymouth, the visitor economy employs just under 8% of people in the city, supporting 7,500 jobs. With more than 50 accommodation providers including hotels and independents, lots of restaurants, pubs and cafes, shops, cinemas and leisure companies, and a variety of job roles within each one, there is lots to choose from! Plymouth’s visitor economy is worth over £300m to the city. If you want to find your fit and connect with opportunities for skills, training, education

Now is the perfect time to explore opportunities in the construction and built environment sector. Whether you’re starting a new career, gaining qualifications, or enhancing your skills, we’ve made it simple to find everything you need in one place. Our sector team has gathered a wide range of resources, including job vacancies, apprenticeships, and free training events designed to help you succeed. Download the PDF at the bottom of this page to see what’s available. If y

Plymouth’s healthcare sector is thriving—creating exciting opportunities for you to make a real, lasting impact on people’s lives. From supporting individuals in their own homes to working in hospitals and care settings, this is your chance to be part of something truly meaningful. Did you know that Support Worker, Cleaner, and Health Care Assistant roles are all among the top ten job vacancies in Plymouth? Will you join an industry that accounts for nearly 17% of all emp

There are lots of opportunities for young people in Plymouth to develop new skills, access different training and education options, and gain experience to find a dream job or career - and we want to help! Each month, we pull together the latest local opportunities here in one place – including some great events you can attend for free. To find out more, download the PDF below or click here.