Career support for young people

Thurrock Careers (formerly Connexions) offers careers information, advice and guidance to:

• every 13 to 19 year-old
• anyone with special educational needs up to the age of 25

We provide personalised support to all young people – whether you’re still at school or looking for employment and training – with:

• jobs and careers
• education
• training and work
• learning
• volunteering
• money
• health
• housing
• relationships

You can expect:

• a welcoming and warm environment
• a Personal Adviser to look at your career options
• a Personal Adviser to help plan for your future
• a Personal Adviser to talk to in confidence
• a Personal Adviser who will listen and take time to understand
• opportunities to meet other young people
• opportunities to get involved in your community

All our Personal Advisers are professionally trained to provide you with high quality information, advice and guidance. Our service is matrix-accredited and all our advisers are qualified to at least Level 6.

We offer information, advice and guidance for young people who are vulnerable or disadvantaged. This includes all those:

• with special education needs
• with a disability
• at risk of becoming not in employment, education or training (NEET)

If you need help getting a job

We can help you make the most of your talents and interests.

Contact us at the Inspire Youth Hub in Grays.