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Your job options

We all have different ideas about what we want to do for work.

Maybe you'd like to work in a shop, work with animals, or become a doctor or teacher. It's okay to change your mind over time. It's also okay if you don't know what job you want.

For some jobs, you may need skills, while for others you may need a qualification. You get a qualification after passing a test or a course.

What having a job means to me

This video from Mencap explains why people love having jobs and why it makes them feel independent.

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Read our what having a job means to me video transcript.

Talk to about your options

You may already have a job in mind, or you may have no idea and that's ok.

It's sometimes hard to know what you want to do in the future. Why not, sit down and talk through your ideas with your careers advisor, a family member or a trusted friend. They'll tell you what skills, qualifications or training you need.

To help you, why not think about:

  • your likes and dislikes
  • your skills and talents
  • what is important to you
  • your hopes for your future
  • your interests.

National Development Team for Inclusion (NDTi) have a great job profile documents that you can download and fill in about you and your dream job. The document helps you to describe your likes, dislikes, or the extra support at work.

For more help visit one of the below websites:

If you're a parent or a carer, visit Young Employment UK to read great advice.

Your options

Whether you're looking for a job or skills, here are some options to help you.

  • Apprenticeships and supported apprenticeships

    An apprenticeship or supported apprenticeships allows you to get paid and learn at the same time and learn.

  • Connect to Work

    Connect to Work helps you if you face problems finding a job due to your health and your disability.

  • Find a job or start your own business

    Help if you're looking for a job or want to start your own business.

  • Internships, supported internships or traineeships

    An internship or a supported internship is unpaid work experience that lasts up to 1 year.

  • Supported employment

    Supported employment gives you the opportunity to get support from a work coach. They work with you and your employer to get you an apprenticeship or internship.

  • Work experience

    If you're looking to start a career with KCC there are plenty of options, from work experience to apprenticeships and graduate positions.

  • Work related learning

    Work related learning gives you the opportunity to start to work, and learn at the same time.

  • Volunteering

    Give back to your community by volunteering. It's great for improving your skills, making new friends, and advancing your career. Volunteering isn't free, and you'll have to give your time.

Apply for a job

When you find the job you want, you'll need to apply and hopefully get an interview.

Read our tips and guidance to help you get the job.