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Help for 16-24 yr olds

GET SOME OUTSIDE THE BOX CAREERS HELP FROM INSPIRA

If you are between 16 and 24 yrs old and living in Cumbria you may have heard of Kickstart.

Our world has changed and young people are finding it increasingly difficult to get their careers started.

Here in Cumbria The Chamber of Commerce and Jobcentre Plus are working with Inspira to help you every step of the way.

To find out more, why not get in touch, check out our social media pages @INSPIRAFORLIFE on Insta, Facebook and Twitter, and have a look at our resources on this page, designed especially for you. 

We have you covered.

  • If you live in Cumbria, call us on 0345 658 8647 or get in touch through OUR FORM, email [email protected] or through FACEBOOK and we will arrange a chat with one of our advice

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Published: 10th August, 2020

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If you are worried about your GCSE results and what it might been for your future, listen to Poppy answer some of the common questions about results. Read more

Published: 6th August, 2020

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Published: 8th July, 2020

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Anna Johnson, an adviser with Inspira, talks about how Inspira can help you with careers advice, information and guidance. Read more

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