Work and training

Looking for work takes time and effort, and it's good to get as much help as you can. You need to know what you’d like to do and whether or not it’s something that’s realistic. Before you start applying for vacancies think first about what you would like out of a job. For information on the choices available to young people, jobs areas, including what the work could involve and the typical entry requirements see the Job Profiles on Next Step.

Where can you get help locally:

• Castlegate - 29 Castlegate, York - support and advice for young people aged 16–25
• Future Prospects - 20 Swinegate, York - York’s free service for learning and work advice
• Schools/colleges in York - if you are a student in a York school or college then see your careers coordinator/teacher to see what help then can offer

Employers want people who are flexible, who can learn and who can cope with change.

Therefore you will need to be able to demonstrate employability skills such as:

• The ability to work as part of a team
• Good practical skills in Maths, English and ICT
• The desire to keep on learning and participate in training
• A positive attitude to work and be able to follow instructions

When starting to look for work and training remember:

• Plan ahead as finding a job is a job in itself
• Use personal networks such as family, friend, neighbours
• Use job search websites
• Consider updating your skills and gaining experience through volunteering

Check out the other help available on this website relating to work and training:

• Where to look
• CVs, letters and application forms
• Going for an interview
• Jobs with training and Apprenticeships
• Starting your own business
• Employment Rights
• Vacancy and employer lists