Whether you are starting your career, looking for a new role, planning to go back into education or finding work after redundancy, there is plenty of good advice available.
Applying for a job
Advice on looking for work – DirectGov – including tips on writing applications and help with job interviews.
Careers advice
Finding a career that's right for you – DirectGov – it's an important decision, and this will help if you're unsure where to start.
Jobcentre Plus programmes – DirectGov – support for jobseekers, including allowances and help to start a business
Next step – careers advice for adults who have been made redundant, are thinking of a career change, or returning to work or education
Advice for the over 50s – DirectGov – improving your CV, special job programmes, what to do if you're losing your job, becoming self-employed and more.
Adult education
Adult education courses – find a course and information for businesses and training providers.
Advice for younger people
Connexions 360 – visit our website for young people to find out more about work experience, educational options, getting a job and planning a career.
Apprenticeships and training
Training – links to help you train and develop your career.
Apprenticeships – if you're over 16 and know the career you want, you can earn while you learn.
Apprenticeships at East Sussex County Council – guidance on how to apply for an apprenticeship at the Council.
Financial help
Benefits – benefit types and who to contact for advice.
National minimum wage – know your rights.
Higher education – getting financial help.
Career development loans – for those aged 18 and over.
What you are entitled to and how to claim – very useful site from the Department of Work and Pensions.
Tax credits online – straightforward information and application forms from the Inland Revenue.
Working abroad
Travel and voluntary work – everything from how to get a cheap flight to adventure holidays.
Short-term work abroad – worldwide working adventures for young people.
Careers Europe – working in other EU countries.
Overseas Jobs – international employment opportunities.
Volunteering
Volunteering – how to volunteer and information about how you can benefit.
Find voluntary work in the UK – DirectGov – ways to volunteer at home.
Voluntary work abroad – DirectGov – opportunities, career breaks, travel advice.
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