Connexions is a service for 13 - 19 year olds (25 for people with special needs) and provides information, advice and guidance on a range of issues including careers, health, relationships, housing, finances, leisure activities etc
Personal Advisers work with young people in schools, colleges, community centres and from Connexions Centres. You can get help from Connexions by speaking to your Personal Advisers in school:
Tanya Taylor (Careers) - Available Monday and Friday
Leanna Barrass (Intensive Support) - Available Tuesday and Thursday
Ruth Liley (Connexions Special Needs Co-ordinator) - Prior appointment only
Tanya and Leanna are located in the Connexions Room near the Year 11 dining area; call in at break or lunch if you need help.
Once you leave school you can get help from Connexions by contacting your local Connexions Centre at:
6 - 8 Gillygate
Pontefract
WF8 1PQ
Tel: 01977 690667
Kudos is a computerised Career Matching Programme that will help you generate career ideas that suit your interests and ability. This programme is available to all students on the school network.
Useful websites to help you with your choices and decisions:
CAREERS INFORMATION
www.connexions-direct.com/jobs4U
www.guidance-services.co.uk (Includes details of local vacancies advertised with Connexions, follow the link for Young People)
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