Derbyshire County Council offers free careers advice for those who need it
Derbyshire County Council says it is offering free careers advice to anyone who is aged over 19, or anyone who is 18 and not working or in education. They can ask for free advice on:
- Training courses – including how to get funding
- Career planning – including help to understand the current labour market, identifying skills, looking at new career paths and routes into employment
- How to write a CV or update an existing one
- How to write covering letters that will gain the attention of prospective employers
- Helpful tips on finding new employment such as making the most of ‘Find a Job’, using social media and exploring the hidden labour market guidance on how to write an application form and relating it to a possible interview
Appointments are either offered on the phone, or by video call. Advice is also available by email or text.
Cabinet Member for Young People, Councillor Alex Dale said: “We can offer advice to those who may have been affected by the changes to the economy due to the coronavirus pandemic.
“If you have been made redundant and need help then please get in touch and our friendly and knowledgeable team can help you with your CV, offer advice on training, or suggest a change of career.
“There is government funding earmarked for training and job creation, and our team of career coaches can help you to find out more.”
The team can also offer advice on interview skills, including video interviews and advice on volunteering and work experience opportunities on offer across the county.
You can find out more by visiting the County Council’s website. Find out more about working in Chesterfield here.
Chesterfield is the first town in the UK to declare itself an Apprentice Town – demonstrating its commitment to growing the future and careers of young people alongside business and the economy by retaining and developing young talent in the town in order to attract more employers to invest here. Find out more about apprenticeships in Chesterfield
