Bright-knowledge Good articles and advice in the section on Years 9-11
Kudos Online Online quiz (takes 15 mins, very easy) to help young people think about the work they would like to do. Results from the quiz show how your preferences are matched to job roles which you can then explore further - what's involved, entry requirements, further career paths.
For this site you will need the Cavendish licence code - email Mrs Shaw for this as our licence is paid for by Youth Connexions Hertfordshire. But do use this one, it's very helpful and by logging in, your preferences are saved to re-visit later. Several sites have career-matching quizzes - this one is excellent and specifically designed for young people.
Plotr Excellent website for young people with a game and lots of advice and information
National Careers Service This is the official government site with information for all ages. There is lots of advice to explore and links to further information.
The young people's section has articles to help you consider the choices open to you.
The job profiles section is where you can look up a job-role for what's involved, pay rates, entry levels, progression paths, and statistics for that employment sector (how many jobs there are in the sector, growth rates, etc - often called Labour Market Information).
Youth Connexions Hertfordshire
YCH have advisers that you can meet with face to face at their base on the first floor at XC in Jarman Park. They are open 1pm-5pm on weekdays, for young people and their parents. Drop in or phone ahead to arrange a time. Here are the contact details.
Their advisers are qualified in Careers Guidance, they are impartial and highly knowledgeable, and their service is FREE to residents of Hertfordshire. They also run lots of other events and projects for young people in Herts. Wonderful, friendly and helpful!Their website has advice and links too, try their Choices page and others.
