We offer tailored Information, Advice, Guidance and support through our professionally trained advisers and support to young people aged 13 - 19 (and up to 25 for some young people with a learning difficulty or disability).
FAQs
Careers Guidance
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We can help you decide what you would like to do in the world of work and identify education and training routes to help you achieve your goals.
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What is Connexions?
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Connexions in Bournemouth, Dorset and Poole is a service providing free impartial and confidential advice, guidance, support and personal development services to 13-19 year olds, and to some young people up to 25 who have learning difficulties and disabilities.
It is delivered by a company called Ansbury.
We can be contacted on 0800 358 3888
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What is a Connexions Adviser/Careers Adviser?
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Our Advisers help thousands of young people each year. From initial advice and information to more substantial one-to-one support, our Advisers can support you on a number of issues including education, careers, activities, money and benefits, personal development and much more.
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Where can I get help from Ansbury Connexions?
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You can get help in school – ask for an appointment
Or
If you live in Bournemouth
If you live in Poole
If you live in Dorset (Blandford and Weymouth)
Or on Facebook (Visit the link on the homepage)
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How can I make an appointment?
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You can make an appointment by either coming into the Ansbury (Connexions) Office, phoning us up or emailing.
If you prefer you can fill in the contact us form here, and we will be in touch.
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What benefits am I entitled to?
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If you make an appointment to see an adviser we can find out what type of benefits, if any, you are entitled to.
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Can you help me find a job?
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If you have decided what sort of job you would like to do, we can support you with your applications. We will advise you on tools and techniques to use, help you to write a CV, signpost you to vacancies and give you tips to build your confidence in the job market.
We also recommend that you look at the websites of the professional or trade organisations in the industries that interest you to find out about job opportunities.
Our advisers can help you with keeping your CV up to date and brushing up on your interview skills. We also have projects like Exceler8 which can help you build the skills you need to find a job.
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Do Ansbury offer other services?
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Yes. Ansbury offer a range of other services to young people and adults. Check out the links on our website for more information.
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How can I give feedback about the Connexions Service?
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We take young peoples views very seriously. We appreciate the feedback you can gives us so we can deliver the best service possible. You can give feedback by using the 'contact us' option on this website, filling in a ‘Tell us what you think’ form , or let us know via Facebook.
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