Careers, Employment, Information, Advice and Guidance Service (CEIAG) – DSTPN
We provide free support with careers, training, education and finding work. We can help with CVs, job applications, interviews, volunteering and benefits advice
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SASP – Fit for Work
Fit for Work is a programme to help adults with learning disabilities and autism get workplace-ready.
Fun practical activities allow participants to build physical stamina, improve functional movement and develop essential skills to allow participants to succeed in the workplace and beyond!
For more information and to book onto upcoming courses visit: SASP | Fit for Work (opens in a new tab; external site)
Connect to Work for Somerset Residents / Community
If you have a disability, long-term health condition or complex non-health barrier which has made getting into and staying in employment difficult, Connect to Work could help you.
Weston College
Weston College offers free support and training to help you if you’re unemployed or economically inactive and seeking work. We have specialist programmes for people aged 19+
Programmes are delivered face-to-face occasionally in Somerset. Remote courses are available all year, and you will need access to a computer and the internet for these.
Please see the webpage link below to see the latest courses.
King’s Trust programmes
Are you 16-25 and looking to build confidence, boost your skills, and figure out your next steps? The King’s Trust offers two programmes with Weston College, a 4-week Achieve programme and a 12-week Team programme. You don’t have to choose; you can do both! You can start with Achieve and then move on to the Team programme.
Please see the webpage link below to see a full breakdown of each programme.
Spark IT Somerset
The Spark iT project helps Somerset residents who need help with digital skills and support. We set up Digital Cafés and drop-in centers in community spaces across the county. Our friendly volunteers, called Digital Champions, run these free events. They are open to everyone, no matter how old you are or how much you know about technology.
Skills Bootcamps
Discover new opportunities for your skills development through Employer-led Dorset and Somerset Skills Bootcamps
Community Employment Hubs
The Employment Hubs are a free employment support service covering Taunton, West Somerset, Wellington, Bridgwater and Burnham-on-Sea.
Sector-based Work Academy Programme (SWAP)
SWAPs help local people who are unemployed learn new skills for jobs in areas like care, construction, digital, and warehousing. They are run by Jobcentre Plus to help businesses find workers with the right skills.
Each SWAP lasts up to six weeks and includes:
Training: Learn skills that match what employers need.
Work Experience: Get hands-on practice and earn qualifications.
Your Future Sorted – Provider Directory
We have a directory called ‘Your Future Sorted’ that helps you find out about training and career options in Somerset.
Borrow an iPad from the library
Somerset Council offers an iPad loaning scheme. Members of selected Somerset Libraries (16 and over) can borrow a device for up to six weeks free of charge
Skills Elevators
Skills Elevators are tools that show you different job roles and what you need to do those jobs. They help you see the skills and behaviors needed for each job. Skills Elevators also give you information on where to get support, and find colleges or apprenticeships to help you learn and start your career.
Higher Education in Somerset
Learn about the different degree-level qualifications available in Somerset, like Degree Apprenticeships and other higher education options.
Higher education is third-level education after you leave school. It takes place at universities and Further Education colleges, and normally includes undergraduate and postgraduate study. You can find out more information on our Higher Education page (opens in a new tab; external site), which also covers support for those with special educational needs and/or disabilities.
Adult Community Education (ACL)
Service Wide range of courses designed for adults aged 19+ to develop new interests, build confidence and increase their skills, knowledge, and employability.
Courses include engaging families through nature conservation, building financial resilience, developing essential skills to promote inclusion for refugees, community enterprise, health and wellbeing, essential skills including maths, English and digital skills and confidence building.
SPTS (Specialist and Personalised Training Services)
Lead and coordinate work with young people, families, local employers, schools, colleges and support agencies in order to secure supported employment opportunities and outcomes for our young people with SEND in Somerset.
Level 6 trained, impartial and independent specialist careers advice and guidance. Working with a vast number of young people and families, providing careers advice and guidance, developing careers opportunities, delivering workshops and raising aspirations in specialist schools, alternative provision, colleges and the like.
Providing young people with opportunities and choice to have their best life and reach their full potential.
Skill Up Somerset
We are a not-for-profit organisation that offers free, impartial Apprenticeship and skills advisory services to Somerset people and businesses.
