Where can I get career advice as an adult?

[Nymphadora]

I want a change of career/job and no idea where to go

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lots and lots of research about what options might be available. also, try stuff out by seeing if you can volunteer.
good luck

I'm not on benefits either. Did try job centre last time I was job hunting and they just wanted me to get a job doing what I already did.

All my experience is with children mainly special needs but also youth offending, EBD and now social care. I'm drifting towards admin or organisational type stuff but have no idea where to start. All my friends are in children based jobs so a bit limited for advice from them.

I am also worried I'm drifting as I've been in this job a year and my last one was 6 months (though at 3 hours a week how long can a job last!). Before this I was in the same job for 8 years though.

I am applying for 2 jobs at the library, basic library/enquiries type. Both only a few hours so could do them on top of my current job as a stop gap.

I have just been through the same thing! There are some good books available (I got mine at the library) which do a sort of aptitude test to narrow your likes and dislikes. I live in Wales and there is a thing called Careers Wales which has an "adult directions" computer programme which is pretty much the same aptitude test. It was via a website called cascaid.co.uk, but I don't know if you would have to pay to use it.

Have you checked on the directgov website for other local advice? Also, local universities and places for other adult education are helpful. If you have a particular career in mind, google some relevant local training and ask the course lecturer. The uni's have their own careers advisors who may be able to help.

Hope you find something exciting!

did you go to university?

a lot of universities offer career guidance for alumni no matter how long ago you graduated...

if that's not an option then i think that something like lifecoaching (i know, cringe) is the best route if you need to identify your motivations and drivers and what kind of job would suit you best... maybe start with a book rather than paying for a person?

No Uni current or previous.Did debate a degree but quite fancy something like history which wouldnt lead to a job & we cant really afford for me to go to Uni losing my wages AND paying tuition.

Lifecoaching is a bit but its something that might work on me.

Did a career test thing online

ESTJ ? Guardians and Overseers

Career relevant traits:
? Dependable hard workers
? Thorough, honest and loyal
? Natural leaders which like to be in charge
? Strong organisational skills
? Will follow projects through to completion
? Driven to fulfil their duties
? Like creating structure and order

You will have a lot of choice in the type of career you choose because an ESTJ is capable in a lot of different fields. This is due to the tremendous effort that is given to doing things the correct way.
You will be at your happiest in a leadership role because of your natural drive to be in charge. The best job is one where you are creating structure and order.
As an ESTJ you will see everything in terms of concrete needs and facts. Living in the present, you will scan your personal environment to check that everything is running smoothly and systematically. You honour laws and traditions and have a clear set of standards and beliefs. You expect other people to perform to your high standards and have little patience for those that don?t uphold these values.
An ESTJ will know within themselves how things should be done, therefore you will have an ability to quickly step in and take a commanding role of the situation.
An ESTJ is usually a model citizen and you will take your commitments and responsibilities seriously, putting great effort into everything you think is important.

Possible Career Paths for the ESTJ:
? Nursing administrators
? Military leaders
? Business Administrators and Managers
? Police or Detective
? Judges
? Insurance agents or underwriters
? Financial Officers
? Trade and technical teachers
? Teachers
? Sales Representatives
? Government workers

Bit vague! Would like to be a judge though

A careers advisor may help clarify your list. A recruitment consultant is more likely to stear you towards jobs they have on their books, rather than be impartial.

I spoke to one through direct gov but he didnt give me any more than I already knew.

you need to also clarify it you are doing it for stimulation and a change only, or is it financially motivated. If it is the latter you need to do some research on employability after training - check out what jobs come up locally and what you could realistically take on. Eg much as I would love to retrain as a showjumper, I don't think my age allows it or that there are many vacancies. However, the trianing would be fulfilling!