Getting a job

How to find work and support yourself.

The amount of support you are entitled to depends on your care leaver status. Check your rights on the GOV.UK support for care leavers website.

Local Supported Employment programme

Our Local Supported Employment programme can help care leavers find and stay in work.

Learn more about our Local Supported Employment programme.

Careers advice

Read our careers advice guidance and how we can help your find work.

Where to look for work

Job websites

There are many websites that publicise current local and national job vacancies.

DWP Find a Job website
National Careers Service website has lots of information on how to find advertised job vacancies
Jobs at Norfolk County Council
CV Library
Indeed
Reed
Apply for an apprenticeship on GOV.UK

Social media and local news

Many jobs are advertised on social media. Keep up to date with local news, so you know if companies are expanding or coming to the area.

Company websites

You can contact companies where you would like to work. You can also find recruitment information on the HR or careers section of a company's website. Send an email and CV and explain what type of role you are looking for.

Interviews

If you need interview clothes we might be able to contribute towards the cost. We may also help with travel costs to and from any interview, up until you are 25. Speak to your life beyond care personal adviser.

Find guidance on how to prepare for an interview.

Advice for when you are at an interview.

If you are not working

If you are not working you can claim benefits. Your work coach at the job centre will support you as you look for work.