Not sure what you want to do next?
Sandwell Careers Service is here to help you explore your options and plan your future.
We support young people aged 13–18 who live or go to school in Sandwell. If you have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET), we can support you up to the age of 25, if you stay in touch with us.
Our friendly, qualified Careers Advisers offer impartial advice that helps young people to make informed decisions about their future. We can help you understand all options so you can move into college, an apprenticeship, training or a job that’s right for you.
Who we support
We work with lots of young people, including:
- Children We Care For
- Young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
- Young people working with the Youth Justice Service
- Elective Home Education learners
We can also engage with parents or carers, when it’s helpful for you.
Click on this link to see what we do and who we work with
What we can help you with
- One-to-one chats with a Careers Adviser
- Finding out what jobs are out there with Labour Market Information (LMI)
- Creating a personal career action plan
- Applying for college, university or apprenticeships
- Job searching and CV support
- Linking you to other support services if you need them
We also run careers events throughout the year, where you can meet employers, colleges and training providers.
Working with others to support you
We work closely with partners to make sure you get the right support, including:
- Employment and Skills
- Virtual School
- Youth Justice Service
- Sandwell Adult & Family Learning
- Black Country Careers Hub
- Sandwell College and local training providers
Start your career journey today.
Your future starts with a conversation.
Get in touch with Sandwell Careers Service and take your next step.