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Basic skills
Basic skills are the key skills you need in study and life, and include Maths, English and ICT
Benefits of volunteering
Most young people do volunteering in some way or another, and it does them good too!
Career Options
Figuring out what you want to do for work can be confusing, here are resources to help you explore your options
Go to College
Continuing with education after GCSEs is a popular choice, with lots of different ways to learn
Duke of Edinburgh
The Duke of Edinburgh programme helps young people aged 14-24 develop skills and fulfil their potential
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eet support service
The EET Support Service provides one-to-one support for young people aged 16-18 Not in Employment, Education or Training who need extra help to re-engage with learning.
Finding a job
There are all sorts of jobs out there and different ways of applying for them
Finding volunteering opportunities
Thinking about volunteering? Here are some ways to find opportunities
Get an apprenticeship
With an apprenticeship you can earn money, gain qualifications, and start your career fast
Help to find work
Support is available to help young people access education, training or other opportunities in Oxfordshire
Interviewing for a job
You will usually need to do an interview before you get offered a job - find out how to do your best and impress
Job seeking and work safety
Think safety, whether you are at work, doing work experience, or seeking work
Local Training Providers
Local training providers offer alternative options for 16+ learning, including community-based programmes, engagement, and specialist support
Not in education, employment or training?
All young people need to stay in learning until age 18 - if you're out of learning or training, it's time to take action
Results Day
Results day can feel like an anxious time. But even if your results are not what you hoped you can still find a great place to study
Start volunteering
Volunteering is good for your CV, helps your well-being and builds your skills
Training providers for apprenticeships
If you are asked to find a training provider for your apprenticeship, support is available
Training at work
When you are in employment it is important to keep on learning