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Blog: Going back to work as a single parent

If you’re a single parent thinking about going back to work, you might be wondering how you’ll manage. It’s common for anyone who has been out of work for any length of time to lose a bit of confidence in their abilities. Going back to work is a big step requiring a lot of change, […]

Blog: Using Mindfulness for Exam Stress

If you’re feeling stressed at the thought of your upcoming exams, or really feeling the pressure of your revision, then adopting mindfulness techniques into your daily routine can be a great way of reducing exam stress and creating a positive state of mindMindfulness techniques can help us to...

News: Community Grants Available to Help Unemployed Find Work

CXK has announced that grants between the values of £10-20k will shortly be available to small and voluntary sector organisations which support unemployed people aged 16+ to find work, or a learning or training opportunityThe grants are available to organisations working in Kent, Medway, East...

Blog: Decision making for living and life

On Saturday morning, I was drinking coffee and reading a philosophical book on the 'meaning of life' in the bath All whilst listening to music (clichéd but true) and reflecting on the week just goneIn many respects, careers work isn’t just the application of labour market information,...

Blog: Exam Stress – How to Beat Exam Stress Top Tips

Exam stress can start when you feel you can't cope with revision, or feel pressure from your school or family You might worry you're going to fail or you won't get the grades you need for the course or job you want, but we've got advice and tips on coping It can seem scary to talk about stress or...

Blog: Best Questions to Ask at University Open Days

There’s no better way to get a feel for a university than going to a university open day It gives you a chance to meet current students, find out more about courses, and ask questions that you want the answers to Questions to ask at university open days might include questions about halls of...

Blog: Self Employment Explained: A Guide

What’s it all about Being your own boss, working for yourself, running your own business, being self-employed, working as a sole trader or earning a bit extra on the side basically mean you are planning to earn your own income from the sale of your own product or service You can do this...

Blog: Things To Consider When Choosing A University

Why do you want to study Some students study for the love of a subject or for a career Check that your course will meet your needs and that you have checked what other routes there are to your destination, whether via Higher Education or alternatives, such as School Leaver Schemes or...

News: CXK announced as European Social Fund (ESF) Community Grants Coordinating Body

After a competitive tendering process, the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) has named CXK the grant co-ordinating body status for the European Social Fund (ESF) Community Grants Programme in Kent, Medway, East Sussex, Essex, Thurrock and SouthendThe programme will see grants of up to...

News: A Guide To Apprenticeships

What is an Apprenticeship An apprenticeship is a genuine job and under all circumstances you should be employed from day one Apprenticeships combine practical training in a job with study As an apprentice, you’ll:– Work alongside experienced staff– Gain job-specific skills–...

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