Jobs and Money
Children, Young People and employment
There are special laws around employing children and young people before they reach school leaving age. You can find out where you stand by:
- Visting the City of York Council's website on children and employment
- Looking at the Young People's Survival Guide
Aged 13 - 19?
Thinking about your next move? Wanting to know more about starting a career or finding the right course for you. The futures4me website has lots of useful information to help you make that next step.
Crossroads Project
Are you at a crossroads in your life? Not sure what to do next? Then the Crossroads Project could be for you! This is an activity programme for young people aged 16-25 living in York and North Yorkshire who are unsure what to do next.
Homelessness
If you're a young person then the Young People's Survival Guide has lots of useful information about housing and homelessness. City of York Council also have information on their website around being homeless and finding housing.
Working in Early Years—it's not just child's play!
Working with Children in York offers a huge range of exciting and challenging opportunities for people who are passionate about making a difference. There are many types of career opportunities available, there is a job for you no matter what your interests, skills or qualifications.
Search for services
Castlegate
Castlegate is a confidential service for young people aged 16 - 25 in the city of York. You can go about any subject like money, sexual health, finding somewhere to live, your career, learning or if you're just feeling a bit stressed out.
18 to 24? Unemployed for over six months?
Jobcentre Plus is offering support to help young people find work through the Young Person's Guarantee. This means if you are aged 18-24 and have been claiming job seekers allowance for 6 months or more, you will be guaranteed the offer of a job, training or work experience.
