Career hand hold mother.

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I'm 35 and after having kids I want to move forward with my career. I'm applying for a manner of things - mostly local authority and mostly are traineeships.

However, I feel past it and old compared to the fresh graduates.

I have a job but it's low paid care work with no progression.

I feel like I have loads to offer and want to push forward. I'm applying for jobs so it's just a matter of time before I land something right?

Hand hold needed. Thanks

Forgot to mention I have a degree and landed a good job before I was made redundant before my wedding. It was gutting and I gave up for a couple of years (hence the low paid work). I became pregnant after that (with two). Childcare was expensive so I feel now is my chance again.

What type of role are you looking for? I know a few ladies who have entered a career over 30 so you're not too old! All did a Masters too so were eligible for senior positions quite early on - and got them!

Good luck!

Any role

Could you sign up with agencies (some specialise in various industries)?

I think you need to be a bit more targeted than just any role.

What’s your degree and previous experience pre-children in?

Are you looking for a full-time office role, flexible working, something outdoor-based?

I was a sahm for over 15 years and re-entered the workforce into an L&D role with career prospects. It can be done, but you will need to specialise and discover what aligns to your skills and interests.

If you have the money it might be worth doing some refresher courses, Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, first aid, book keeping etc. I'd look at your local vacancy and do which every qualification is most in demand because it'll show you are ready to move back into the work place even if you don't love the job doing a couple of years there to get back in the swing of things and to get a reference means you'll be in a better position to move on. If you go to physical courses instead of virtual then you'll make some contacts and it'll be good for your self confidence. I'd possibly do some temp work inbetween coursrs or to fund the courses and to get an idea of what type of work I would like to do.