Useful Links
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Other Useful Links
HM Revenue & Customs
HMRC is responsible for collecting the bulk of tax revenue, as well as paying Tax Credits and Child Benefits, and strengthening the UK's frontiers.
Citizens Advice Bureau
The Citizens Advice service helps people resolve their legal, money and other problems by providing free, independent and confidential advice, and by influencing policymakers.
Bullying Online
The award-winning charity Bullying Online was founded in 1999 by journalist Liz Carnell from Harrogate and her son John, as a direct result of their experience of dealing with school bullying, which included taking successful legal action against an LEA.
BBC Schools Bullying
Bullying is a problem that faces thousands of people every day, but it can be prevented. this site includes links and resources explaining how you can stop bullying.
Youth Information
The information toolkit for young people, include information on local projects and how to get involved
National Trust Volunteers
The National Trust was founded in 1895 by 3 volunteers. Last year they were supported by 43,000 volunteers. Volunteering can get involved in: historic houses , gardens , the countryside , fundraising , learning , specialist skills
Princes Trust
The Prince’s Trust is a UK Charity that helps young people overcome barriers and get their lives working. The trust offers training, advice, financial help with business ideas and offers volunteering opportunities.
Community Service Volunteers
CSV involves people in high quality volunteering and learning opportunities that tackle real need and enrich lives
Vinspired Volunteers
Vinspired has taken over from Millennium Volunteers (MV) and is aimed at young people aged 16-25. As a volunteer you use your time to help others by doing something you enjoy.
Volunteering England
Volunteering England works to promote volunteering as a powerful force for change, both for those who volunteer and for the wider community.
Duke of Edinburgh Award
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award is a voluntary, non-competitive and flexible programme of cultural and adventurous activities for all young people, whatever their background or ability
do-it.org.uk - Volunteering Made Easy
National database of volunteering opportunities in the UK. You can use do-it to search through over 70,000 volunteering opportunities and apply online.
International Service
Placing voluntary workers overseas,recruiting, funding and selecting committed professionals to share their skills and help local organisations achieve their objectives in West Africa, Latin America and Palestine
WorkSMART
workSMART, from the TUC, is here to help today's working people get the best out of the world of work.
Apprenticeships
Get on-the-job training, study for a nationally recognised qualification such as an NVQ and earn money while you learn. Find out what an Apprenticeship can do for you.
Bradley CVs - Psychometric Tests
Infomation from Bradley CVs on Psychometric tests to help get that job
BERR - Employment Matters - National Minimum Wage
Department for Business Enterprise & Regulatory Reform website - Information on National Minimum Wage
BERR - Employment Legislation and Working Hours
Department for Business Enterprise & Regulatory Reform - Employment Legislation and Working Hours
Careers Europe
Careers Europe is the UK National Resource Centre for International Careers Information. Providing resources to you and to Careers services, Connexions services and other information and advisory services throughout the UK.
Educational Maintenance Allowance (EMAs)
This is information on Educational Maintenance Allowance(EMA) on the Directgov government portal website
Choosing and Using - Credit Cards
Free and impartial guide to choosing a credit card and using a credit card
Money Supermarket
A price comparison financial website that helps with deciding which is the best deal on a range of financial products like credit cards,loans and insurance.
Money Made Clear
Impartial information from the Financial Services Authority - the UK's financial watchdog.
Need 2 Know - Money
Money section of the Need 2 Know website helping you with finances to help you when you are studying
Higher Education Funding Council for England - Higher Education Institutions
List of Higher Education Institutions in England funded by the HEFCE
Aim Higher
All the information you need to get started on the road into HE, including links to all the key places where you can find answers to your questions.
Shelter
Working hard to ensure that everyone has a suitable, decent and affordable home across the UK
DFES - Transport Support for age 16-19
Find out from DFES website what transport support may be available for students aged 16-18, or 19 and over if continuing a course started before the age of 19
Disability Rights Commission (DRC)
Disability Rights Commission has information on Education,Employment,Healthy Living,Services and Transport for people with disabilities.
Commission for Racial Equality
Commission for Racial Equality web site giving Information and Advice on various topics
Equal Opportunities Commission
Equal Opportunities Commission website giving guidelines and advice on putting equality into practice.
Springboard
Springboard is a leading careers and education information service for young people aged 14–18 years including information on university courses and gap years
Jobs4u
Search the Connexions Direct jobs4u careers database to find the right job and the right career for you.
QUIT
Quit smoking advice and support from the independent charity to improve health and help save lives
National Council for Work Experience
Search for work placements across the UK. You can search it by geographical area and type of work experience. Also find out more about Work Experience and read Case Studies.
Skill - National Bureau for Students with Disabilities
Promotes opportunities and provides information and advice to young people and adults with any kind of disability in post-16 education, training and employment
Need 2 Know - Work Experience
Work Experience section of the Need 2 Know website helping you to get your career started
NSPCC
The NSPCC exists to end cruelty to children. We want to see a society where all children are loved, valued and able to fulfil their potential
Kidscape
Kidscape is committed to keeping children safe from abuse. Kidscape is the first charity in the UK established specifically to prevent bullying and child sexual abuse. Kidscape believes that protecting children from harm is key.
Low Pay Commission
The Low Pay Commission (LPC) advise the Government about the National Minimum Wage.
HM Revenue & Customs - National Minimum Wage Helpline
HM Revenue & Customs - National Minimum Wage Helpline. You can also call the helpline if you want to make a complaint about an employer who you suspect is not paying the minimum wage.
CitizenCard
A PASS-accredited proof of age and photo ID card. Supported by trading standards, police, government, retailers, airlines (domestic flights) and many other organisations.
Enginuity
This site will give you the low down on engineering and technology careers; what they are and your options for joining this challenging and rewarding sector.
Scenta
Scenta, initiated by The Engineering and Technology Board (the etb), works with leaders in the science, engineering and technology (SET) community to provide a gateway to the best information and resources for those pursuing a career in SET.
SET womens resource
This is the official website funded by the Department of Trade and Industry as part of their Strategy for Women in Science, Engineering and Technology and has information about careers for women in science, engineering and technology.
Ariel Trust
Aims to improve young people's lives by delivering innovative projects, based on best practice from the broadcasting industries.
b Constructive
In Construction there are so many careers to choose from, that it can be difficult knowing where to begin. This site makes it easy for you to choose the career that's just right for you.
National Extension College
Set up over 40 years ago as a not-for-profit organisation to help people of all ages fit learning into their lives. We believe there should be more than one way to get a good education.
Community Legal Service
Free high quality legal information to help you deal with your legal problems.
Job Centre Online
All the Job Centres and Jobs and Benefits Offices current vacancies as well as linking to job vacancies in 29 European countries.
Overseas Jobs
Career resources and opportunities to school and college students, resort and hospitality staff, expatriates and international job seekers, part-time workers and adventure seekers.
Arts Council
link to Web Site for the Arts Council, which includes information on grants for young people
Local Links
Wirral Online Prospectus
A new dynamic on line prospectus which lets you look at all the learning and training opportunities available on the Wirral. The prospectus lets you search for information on places to learn and courses quickly and easily all on one website.
St Helens Online Prospectus
A new dynamic on line prospectus which lets you look at all the learning and training opportunities available in St Helens. The prospectus lets you search for information on places to learn and courses quickly and easily all on one website.
I-Choose Liverpool
A new dynamic on line prospectus which lets you look at all the learning and training opportunities available in Liverpool. The prospectus lets you search for information on places to learn and courses quickly and easily all on one website.
Wirral 16+ Opportunities
A guide to education, training and employment on Wirral. It aims to tell you all about your options and provide you with the information you need to take your next steps after 16
Knowsley libraries information
a link to Knowsley council web site with information on libraries in the Knowsley area
Halton Libraries Information
A link to web site of Halton Council giving information on libraries in the Halton Area
Sefton Libraries Information
a link to web site of Sefton Council giving information on libraries within Sefton
Wirral Libraries
A link to Wirral libraries web site for information on library services and events in the Wirral Area
I-Choose Halton
A new dynamic on line prospectus which lets you look at all the learning and training opportunities available in Halton. The prospectus lets you search for information on places to learn and courses quickly and easily all on one website.
Sefton Online Prospectus
A new dynamic on line prospectus which lets you look at all the learning and training opportunities available in Sefton. The prospectus lets you search for information on places to learn and courses quickly and easily all on one website.
Knowsley Collegiate Prospectus
A new dynamic on line prospectus which lets you look at all the learning and training pportunities available in Knowsley. The prospectus lets you search for information on places to learn and courses quickly and easily all on one website.
TravelWise Merseyside
A partnership between Merseytravel and Knowsley, Liverpool, Sefton, St Helens and Wirral Councils to help people on Merseyside make smarter travel choices.
Volunteering Merseyside
Access to relevant and up to date information and advice about all aspects of volunteering in Greater Merseyside.
Addaction
Addaction are the UK’s biggest drug and alcohol treatment charity and services are confidential and free.
Merseyrail
Check your journey details with an easy to use journey planner or see real time service information. Find out about the latest news, events and station facilities.
Merseytravel
Co-ordinates public transport and acts in partnership with private bus and rail operators to provide public transport in Merseyside.
Mersey 16+ Opportunities
Gateway website to Greater Merseyside websites of courses and other training opportunities for students aged 16+
Aim Higher North West - Creative Industries
Information and advice for young people on how you can explore a career in the creative industries in the North West.
Halton Learner
Information on Choices at 16 courses and training available in Halton and guides to Learner entitlement and support for those with Special Educational Needs
Merseyworld Sport
Information on Sports and activities within the Merseyside area, together with links for more information.
Liverpool Museums
link to Liverpool Museums web site for information on all their Museums giving information on events and services
help4me
On-line directory of services available to children, young people, families and professionals
Aim Higher Greater Merseyside
Provides information and advice for young people in Greater Merseyside on why you should consider going to university and how this can be achieved
Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service - Princes Trust Campaign
Reducing risk throughout the community by protective community safety services
Responding quickly to emergencies with skilful staff - Princes Trust Campaign
Restore and maintain quality of life in our communities
Roy Castle Fag Ends
Roy Castle Fag Ends has helped nearly 15,000 Merseyside people quit smoking over the past 5 years. Tel.0800 195 2131
Connexions Jobs and Opportunities Search
Search and request more information on all jobs and opportunities posted on the Connexions job board
Volunteering Liverpool
vinvolved is the new National youth volunteering scheme for 16-25 year olds to get involved in volunteering and community action. This is the Liverpool link.
Wirral Change
Wirral Change is a Black and Racial Minorities Outreach Service offering information, advice and guidance on jobs, education, training and self-employment for racial minority people on the Wirral.
