Jobseekers' advice from Leeds Library and Information Service
You can find out about free one-to-one advice sessions in libraries using the link on the right.
You can also visit our jobseeker's website for information on finding vacancies, making CVs, interview preparation, etc.
Jobshops
Our Jobshops provide advice on employment and learning opportunities for people looking for work.
Jobshops offer a free, impartial, face-to-face service where you can talk in confidence to a fully qualified advisor. We will look at your individual needs and explain what support is available to help you move into work. We offer help with CVs, job applications, interview skills, information on the latest local job vacancies and internet access for jobsearch. If we cannot meet your needs we will point you to an organisation that can.
The National Careers Service
The new adult careers service helps you to make more effective skills, careers, work, and life choices. You can speak to an adviser on the phone or make a face-to-face appointment in your area by calling 0800 100 900.
Leeds Connexions Centre
If you have left school or are not attending school, and you are aged 13-19, you can get help at The Connexions Centre. You can get help up to age of 25 if you have a learning difficulty or disability. Their website includes details of local Connexions Access Points and other resources.
The Connexions Centre, Eastgate, Leeds, LS2 7LY. Telephone: 0113 226 2180
Jobcentre Plus
Help and advice on job hunting and benefits. Jobcentre Plus is one of the main advertisers of job vacancies. Details of local offices, information about different types of support for people of working age and a job search facility can be found on Directgov.
Colleges and universities
Please consult our pages on the colleges and universities in Leeds. You can also consult a range of further and higher education directories and prospectuses in the Information Centre at Leeds Central Library to help you to find courses.
There are also other local organisations that may be able to help.