Work and employment support
If you’re looking for work, want to improve your skills, or need support to find and stay in employment, there are services available across Devon that can help.
Careers advice
The National Careers Service offers free careers information, advice and guidance for adults in England. You can get help exploring careers, finding training, writing a CV, preparing for interviews and planning your next career step.
Get careers advice from the National Careers Service.
Employment support
Employment hubs
Employment hubs provide one-to-one support to help you explore job opportunities, training and career pathways. Advisors can help you identify your next steps and connect you with organisations that can support your employment, learning or skills journey.
Find your nearest employment hub.
Connect to Work
Connect to Work is a voluntary programme designed to help disabled people, those with health conditions, and individuals facing barriers to employment find and stay in meaningful work.
Find out more about Connect to Work.
Training and skills
Learn Devon
Learn Devon offers a wide range of free online and in-person courses for adults aged 19 and over. Courses include English, maths, digital skills, English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and other skills and development opportunities to help you gain confidence and improve your employment prospects.
Find out more about Learn Devon.
Train4Tomorrow
Train4Tomorrow provides funded Skills Bootcamps designed to help people develop new skills, change careers or progress in work. The courses have been developed with employers to help learners gain skills that are in demand.
Find out more about Train4Tomorrow.
Help with travel costs when looking for work
If you’re looking for work and receive certain benefits, you may be able to get a Jobcentre Plus Travel Discount Card.
The card offers discounted travel, including half-price train tickets, to help you attend interviews, training or work-related activities.
Eligibility depends on your age, the benefits you receive and how long you have been claiming them.
To find out if you’re eligible and how to apply, contact your nearest Jobcentre Plus office.
Jobs and career opportunities
There are a wide range of career opportunities available across Devon, including roles in local government, health and social care, apprenticeships and other sectors.
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National benefits and financial support
You may be entitled to benefits, tax relief or other financial support from the government. This includes support for people who are looking for work, on a low income, or unable to work because of a health condition or disability.
Looking for more support?
Need urgent help?
Citizens Advice Devon can help you understand your options and support your application.