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Building Plymouth Construction Opportunities - May 2026
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
May 1


Welcoming Plymouth: Tourism, Hospitality and Retail Opportunities - May 2026
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
May 1


Caring Plymouth Health and Social Care Opportunities – May 2026
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
May 1


May opportunities for adults aged 25+ in Plymouth
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.
May 1


May opportunities for 16 to 24-year-olds in Plymouth
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
May 1


May's Apprenticeship Bulletin
It’s here! Click the link below to explore the latest edition of Plymouth’s Apprenticeship Bulletin, packed with current local vacancies, useful resources for higher and degree-level pathways, and details of upcoming events. Alternatively, you can click here to browse online. Apprenticeships are one of the great career pathways to success, offering hands-on experience and professional training while also contributing to economic growth and innovation. They empower individuals
May 1


Advance your career with IT and Project Management Bootcamps | BIT Training
There's still time to secure up to £3,000 of funded IT or Project Management training Is your organisation leaving up to £3,000 of free IT or Project Management Training on the table? Government-funded Skills Bootcamps start on 5th May, and places are going fast. If you or your team are managing projects, working with digital tools, or simply trying to operate more efficiently, this is a genuine opportunity to access up to £3,000 of industry-certified training at little to
Apr 30


Employability Workshop with the National Careers Service
💼 Feeling overwhelmed by job applications? Boost your confidence and stand out to employers by joining Ian from the National Careers Service for an engaging digital employability workshop, open to anyone aged 19+. This session is designed to help you better understand today’s recruitment process. You’ll learn how employers really recruit, how to strengthen your CV and job applications, how AI and applicant tracking systems (ATS) filter candidates, and how to present your ski
Apr 28


Volunteering in Plymouth: Build skills, gain experience
Volunteering is a brilliant way to explore different career paths, build your confidence, and gain valuable experience. It helps you develop essential soft skills — such as communication, teamwork and problem‑solving — that are useful in every career. Many people also choose to volunteer as a way to give back to their community and share their skills and experience with others. Plymouth offers a wide range of fantastic volunteering opportunities with organisations including C
Apr 28


This week at Skills Launchpad Plymouth - w/c 27 April
At Skills Launchpad Plymouth, there’s always something going on to help you take the next step, whether that’s learning new skills or making a change. To save you scrolling through lots of posts, we’ve put together a clear overview of what’s happening and when. Monday (open to anyone 16+), 10am to 3pm Caring Plymouth Drop-in Session Mondays are our dedicated day for anyone interested in opportunities within the health and social care and childcare sectors. Drop in to meet
Apr 27
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