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Local Offer Live virtual event, 24 - 28 May
Local Offer Live 2021 is a virtual event for people with Special Educational Needs and Disability, who are 0 – 25 years old.
There will be virtual stalls, activities, performances and workshops.
Find out more by clicking the link below.
Opportunities Bulletin
Read the latest Connexions Opportunities Bulletin, featuring:
- Jobs
- Training provider updates
- College updates
- Useful links and information
Access it by clicking the link below.
Work together, Get ahead & Unlock your future
If you are a young person who is not in education, employment or training, or you are in year 11, 12 or 13 and unsure what you will be doing from September, you can get support from Connexions.
Contact us:
0116 454 1770
text: 07422 128 278
or use the contact form below
Young people who use the 16+ Service can speak to their personal adviser by contacting them on their work mobile directly. If unable to make contact, or in an emergency, call 0116 454 1004.
"The Connexions adviser gave me very good advice and helped me make decisions that could be life changing."
Connexions is a careers service for young people
The service is for 16 to 19s (up to 25 for young people with learning difficulties or disabilities), living in Leicester city.
We can offer you advice and guidance on finding a job, training course or an apprenticeship in Leicester.
Use the form below to get an appointment.
We will only use the information you submit to contact you about the Connexions service, unless the law requires otherwise. See our Privacy Policy for more details.
My Choices Leicester - Introduction to Apprenticeships
Here's a video explaining what apprenticeships are, what different levels of Apprenticeships are available and where to look for apprenticeship vacancies.
Courses
We can help you find the right one for you, whether at sixth form, college or with other training providers, if you’ve left school, you could start straight away
Young people with learning difficulties or disabilities
How Connexions supports young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND) and their families
#TheRealDeal
Find out what the real deal is with apprenticeships. Local apprentices and employers bust some myths.
LLEP World of Work
The LLEP World of Work is a flexible and interactive multi-use programme for students. It is packed full of local information about the world of work in Leicester and Leicestershire.
It includes short videos led by local industry experts and supported by a local students for each of Leicester and Leicestershire’s key industries.
Click the link below to find out more.
National Careers Service Webchat
Parents and young people, are you looking for free online careers advice and support?
You can use the National Careers Service Webchat between 8am - 10pm every day.
For more information click the link below.
£1000 bursary for care leavers
Young care leavers starting an apprenticeship receive a one-off bursary of £1,000.
To find out more click the link below.
icould
icould is a website which helps draw links between school subjects and jobs.
icould uses the power of personal stories to inform and inspire young people’s career choices.
Find out more by clicking the link below.
"Connexions has never stopped believing in me. If it wasn't for Connexions I wouldn't be where I am today."
What to do once you have your GCSE results
Amel from #ConnexionsLeicester speaks on Takeover Radio, explaining the options you have once you have your GCSE results.
What to do once you have your A level results
Steven from #ConnexionsLeicester speaks on Takeover Radio, explaining the options you have once you have your A Level results.