Free Careers Advice - National Careers Service

How can I access the service?

Call

Want to speak to an adviser?
Call 0800 100 900
Or use our webchat

Lines are available from:

8am – 8pm Monday – Friday

10am – 5pm Saturday

Click here to view our Customer Charter

If you are a school, college, training provider or employer and would like to enquire about careers guidance for your students or staff, email: nationalcareers@cxk.org.

Key Information

The National Careers Service provides free, professional careers information, advice and guidance to help you make decisions about learning, training and work at any stage of your career. The service is available to anyone living in England and aged 13 or over.

Unlock Your Potential with the National Careers Service

Our skilled careers advisers can provide support on an aspect of your career journey, including:

Skills Assessment: We can help you assess your skills and identify your strengths and areas for development.
Find a Job: We can provide you with information about different jobs, including what they involve and whether they might be a good fit for you.
Career advice: We can help you explore different career options and entify career paths that might be a good fit for your skills and interests.
Apprenticeships: We can provide information about apprenticeships, including how they work and how to apply for them.
Training Courses: We can help you find training courses and learning providers in your area.
Qualifications: We can provide information about different qualifications and help you identify the best options for your career goals.
CV Development: We can help you develop your CV and make it stand out to potential employers.
Interview skills: We can provide guidance on how to prepare for interviews and how to perform well in them.
Job search: We can help you find the right job for you and provide support throughout the application process.

At the National Careers Service, you can access professional careers advice and support for free via webchat, on the telephone, and face-to-face with a qualified careers adviser in your local area.

Book Your Free Appointment

To book your free appointment with a qualified National Careers Service careers adviser in your local area, or to access careers advice over the phone, call us on 0800 100 900 (8am to 8pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm Saturday).

Alternatively, you can use our webchat.