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, click here or download the PDF below. If anything catches your eye, get in touch by: Emailing skillslaunchpad@plymouth.gov

Come and help make shore a healthy place to live for all creatures whether human or marine and learn about some of the biggest threats facing the marine environment from pollution and plastic.

Are you looking for those next steps for a career in construction? Interested in finding out what local training providers in the city can offer to help you on that journey? Building Plymouth will be holding a drop in event at Skills Launchpad Plymouth, where you will be able to meet local training providers for information, advice and guidance on apprenticeships, training, skills bootcamps, supported internships and education. When:  Friday 14 November Time:  10am-2pm Where:

This week is Green Careers Week, a week organised by National Careers Week, with STEM Learning, to raise awareness of green careers in every industry. It is a week that aims to raise aspirations , and promote real opportunities to have a career that will genuinely make a difference. A green career can be any job, role or occupation that contributes to preserving or restoring the environment and our planet. It can be any industry, not just those seen as ‘green.’ Green skills a

Already thinking of Christmas ideas? What if you could give thoughtful, handmade gifts that actually help your loved ones de-stress? On Course South West are running a new short course that will teach you to create beautiful, well-being focused gifts, including scented candles and bath bombs! Not only will you learn new skills, but you'll also make gift giving feel like a joy! It's the perfect way to add a personal touch to your gifts this festive season. When: Tuesday 4 Nov

Join us to learn more about how local employers will soon be able to hire motivated, supported candidates through ‘Connect to Work,’ the new £7M initiative to support thousands of Plymouth residents with disabilities, health conditions, including mental health and neurodiversity, and complex barriers into work. Together, we will begin to explore how we can create more accessible, supported employment opportunities in the city, and what help businesses will need to build upon

Connect To Work - Funded by UK Government A new £7 million programme in Plymouth will help people with disabilities, health conditions and complex barriers to employment who want to find sustainable work.   The ‘Connect to Work’ programme is funded by the Department for Work and Pensions and will be delivered in Plymouth over the next five years, supporting around 2,100 people.   The overall area joint delivery plan has been created in partnership with Devon County Council, w

Are you due to finish school next year? Thinking about a career change, or want to build new skills for the future? The City College Plymouth Open Day is your opportunity to get the advice and the support you need to move forward with confidence. From A Level-equivalent T Levels and practical vocational courses, to Apprenticeships and degree-level programmes, they offer flexible study options to suit your goals and your lifestyle. What can you expect on the day? You can speak

Plymouth Community Homes in partnership with Real Ideas Organisation, are pleased to be offering further opportunities for people to improve their digital skills through their Digital Essentials Programme. All the courses are FREE and open to anyone 18+ living in Plymouth. Having an email address and knowing how to log on to emails is helpful, but no experience or knowledge otherwise is necessary. What can you expect? Six sessions, running for three weeks Relaxed and frie

Are you interested in further study, but not quite sure where to start? The University of Plymouth are hosting an Open day to showcase their campus and courses on offer. This is a great opportunity to get a feel for studying as an undergraduate at the University of Plymouth. What can you expect from the day? Talks about life in Plymouth Finance advise on student loans and how to manage your money at university Subject talks, and tours around the student village Drop-in sessio