Learning and skills support if you're facing redundancy

You may encounter several training-related challenges when trying to reskill or upskill for new employment. These challenges can affect both your ability to access training and your success in completing it.

Key skills you may rely on or need to develop:

• Transferable skills: communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and time management
• Adaptability and resilience: adjusting to change and coping with uncertainty 
• Job search skills: writing CVs, completing applications, networking, and performing well in interviews 
• Digital skills: using online job platforms, professional networks (e.g. LinkedIn), and remote working tools 
• Self-reflection and career planning: identifying strengths, interests, and potential new career paths

Common learning challenges:

• Confidence loss: redundancy can affect self-esteem, making it harder to be positive when presenting skills.
• Skills gaps: your previous role may no longer match current labour market demands
• Rapid change in industries: keeping up with new technologies or practices can feel overwhelming.
• Motivation and structure: without a regular routine, maintaining focus on job searching or learning can be difficult.
• Financial and emotional pressure: Stress about income or uncertainty can limit capacity to engage in learning.

The transition to a new job often involves both recognising existing strengths and addressing gaps through learning and support.

Our friendly team are happy to talk to you about the challenges you're facing. For a confidential discussion please complete the contact form and we'll come back to you.

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Training providers such as colleges play a crucial role in helping people move into employment. They support learners not only by delivering qualifications, but by creating a full pathway from education into sustainable work. 

Some of those offering solutions in Norfolk include the following.

Skills Bootcamps 

Free, short training courses in high-demand sectors such as digital  and construction. Their aim is to bridge existing skills gaps and address recruitment needs. 

Skills Bootcamps are part of the Government's Lifetime Skills Guarantee, aiming to help everyone gain skills for life. They're funded through the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) and are free to the learner.

Find them at Skills Bootcamps - Skills for Life.

Adult Learning 

Adult learning can support you with a dedicated advisor. They will listen, understand and give you information, advice and guidance.  Find out more at Support finding a new job.

City College Norwich

The Careers team at City College Norwich can offer support and guidance in the following areas: 

• Job applications - help finding jobs to apply for and proofreading your application 
• CVs - help with writing a CV and tailoring it to different jobs 
• Careers advice - a one-to-one appointment to discuss your career options and help you decide on an action plan 
• Apprenticeships - help with searching for an apprenticeship and how to apply. They can also advise on finding an employer
• Personal statements - tips on how to write a statement and proofreading your draft versions 

Find out more at City College Norwich's website.

East Coast College 

East Coast College has an extensive range of adult courses. Whether you're looking to develop existing skills and build on your qualifications to progress in your current role, or retrain and follow a new path, they can help you.

Find out more at Courses for Adults (aged 19+).

The College of West Anglia

The College of West Anglia have a range of flexible learning options to fit alongside your existing commitments. They can help you learn a new skill, improve your career prospects or gain a qualification to get a new job.

Visit the College of West Anglia website.