Once accepted onto the programme, we will work with you to:
- Understand what kind of work you are looking for.
- Find suitable jobs and opportunities.
- Write a great CV and apply for jobs.
- Prepare you for interviews.
- Talk you through what you need to think about financially when starting work.
If you do get a job, we will still be on hand to:
- Help you understand your new role.
- Offer you and your employer support with any specific needs you may have.
- Quickly respond to any issues or worries you may have as you settle in.
You will get up to 12 months support (if unemployed) and four months (if in employment).
Eligibility:
Connect to Work is available to Oxfordshire residents aged 18 or over who are either:
- Unemployed and have been out of work for at least six months, or
- Currently employed and have been in their current job for at least three months
In addition, you must meet one of the following criteria:
You are disabled, meaning you have a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term impact on your day-to-day activities (as defined by the Equality Act 2010), or you belong to one of the following groups and experience barriers to work, such as:
- Carers
- Survivors of domestic abuse
- People affected by drug or alcohol dependency where this is a barrier to work
- Former members of the armed forces
- People who are homeless or at risk of homelessness
- Survivors of modern slavery
- Offenders or ex-offenders
- Refugees
- Young people involved in serious violence
Oxfordshire Career Coach:
Through Connect to Work, we also offer access to the Oxfordshire Career Coach.
This platform helps individuals to take the next step in your career, exploring strengths, assessing skills and matching you with live job opportunities in Oxfordshire.
Discover the Oxfordshire Career Coach
Want to know more?
Do you need to find out more details before beginning your Connect to Work journey? You can get in touch via a number of ways.