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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 and Earning
You can get benefits and other financial support if you’re eligible
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
Digital services from Oxfordshire's libraries
Find out more about the digital and distanced services provided by the Oxfordshire Library Service
Discrimination
The law provides protection against discrimination
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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
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
Homeless
Information for young people in Oxfordshire worried about homelessness
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
Learning at Home
Most of Oxfordshire’s children and young people go to school or college – but some are educated at home
LGBTQ
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender or Questioning - find out more about sexuality and gender identity.
Local libraries
Local libraries offer plenty of things to read, borrow, watch and listen to, mostly for free!
Local Training Providers
Local training providers offer alternative options for 16+ learning, including community-based programmes, engagement, and specialist support
Money, budgeting and finances
Everyone needs to learn how to manage their money effectively
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