Job Centre Plus careers support for schools

Jobcentre Plus (JCP) Support for Schools is a government funded initiative launched in January 2016. It aims to inspire young people, teachers and parents to think about the world of work and informs them of the huge range of opportunities now available.  It also supports students in their transition from school to work, training or further study and offers access to the Jobcentre Plus network of employers and expert advice on the local labour market and employer expectations.

This support is focused particularly on young people at risk of becoming NEET or otherwise disadvantaged in the labour market, for example those with a health or disability issue.

JCP School Advisers can provide support to schools and young people (Years 8-13) covering areas such as:

• Route into apprenticeships and traineeships: advice on opportunities and how applications should be made.
• Work experience: Jobcentre Plus has a large and well-established network of employers.  School Advisers can support schools by finding work experience opportunities. They also provide advice and support for schools wanting to hold careers events, jobs fairs, employer days or visits to work places.
• Local labour market knowledge: School Advisers can provide information on which employers are recruiting; the skills that employers value and modules on CV writing, interview skills, on-line presence, career pathways etc..

The Warwickshire School adviser is Akhil Chawla email Akhil.Chawla@dwp.gsi.gov.uk or call Akhil on 07502014438 or Clare on 07585882180