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Inspira empowers young people and adults to reach their potential in work, life and society; offering a wide range of services and delivering programmes across the North West. If you are looking for experts in careers advice and personal development - you've come to the right place. 

My child has Special Educational Needs, what help can I get?

My child has Special Educational Needs, what help can I get?

Inspira offers a huge range of support for a range of different needs. We have created workbooks for different SEN careers, take a look here. Read more

Published: 26th January, 2021

Author: Claire Benson

Book for a chat

Book for a chat

We have expanded our careers services for Adults & Employers. Find out more >> Read more

Published: 4th January, 2020

Updated: 26th January, 2021

Author: Claire Benson

I am a single parent and need some advice

I am a single parent and need some advice

Whether you are looking for a job, would like more hours or looking to upskill, Inspira is here to help Read more

Published: 30th October, 2018

Updated: 25th January, 2021

Author: Claire Benson

I've been unemployed for 12 months, what can I do?

I've been unemployed for 12 months, what can I do?

Inspira offers a number of ways to help you get back into work. Find out how Mark landed his new job. Read more

Published: 1st May, 2018

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author: Claire Benson

I'm over 50 and need careers advice

I'm over 50 and need careers advice

Over 50 and need help to get a job, considering a career change or need help to understand your options? Read more

Published: 9th May, 2017

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author: Kate Wright

I need help to apply for apprenticeships

I need help to apply for apprenticeships

Confused about apprenticeships or need some help to apply for your dream apprenticeship? Read more

Published: 9th May, 2017

Updated: 28th April, 2020

Author: Kate Wright

I want to know how to be more confident

I want to know how to be more confident

Is your lack of confidence having an affect on your career or ability to get a job? We can help you to overcome your barriers. Read more

Published: 9th May, 2017

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author:

I need help to apply for jobs

I need help to apply for jobs

Need help to improve your job search techniques and find out how to write a successful job application? Read more

Published: 8th May, 2017

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author: Kate Wright

I want to find out more about adult apprenticeships

I want to find out more about adult apprenticeships

COVID-19 has made us all rethink our careers. Apprenticeships are available for everyone, get in touch and we can help you decided if an adult apprenticeship is right for you. Read more

Published: 8th May, 2017

Updated: 12th April, 2021

Author: Kate Wright

I want to improve my employability skills

I want to improve my employability skills

Need to add more skills and experience to your CV? Inspira can help you develop the employability skills employers want. Read more

Published: 8th May, 2017

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author:

I'm thinking about a career change

I'm thinking about a career change

Stuck in a job you no longer want? Ready for a career change but no idea where to start or what you could do? Read more

Published: 8th May, 2017

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author:

I'm between jobs and need some help

I'm between jobs and need some help

Between jobs and want to make sure you're successful in your next move? Let's make a plan to get you back to work. Read more

Published: 7th May, 2017

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author: Kate Wright

I need help to return to work after a career break

I need help to return to work after a career break

Whatever your reasons for taking a career break, we've got the tools you need to get back in business. Read more

Published: 7th May, 2017

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author: Kate Wright

I'm thinking of going back to work after having a baby

I'm thinking of going back to work after having a baby

If you're thinking about going back to work after having a baby, we can help you plan your return to work Read more

Published: 19th April, 2017

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author: Kate Wright

I need help writing a CV

I need help writing a CV

Struggling with writing a CV or covering letter? Our experts at Inspira can help you to write a great one. Read more

Published: 25th October, 2016

Updated: 12th April, 2021

Author:

I've just finished school, college or university

I've just finished school, college or university

Further education? Training? Work experience? Internship? Apply for a job? We can help you plan your next steps. Read more

Published: 25th October, 2016

Updated: 28th April, 2020

Author:

My teenager needs some careers advice

My teenager needs some careers advice

Make sure your teenager is getting the right careers advice and personal development for future success. Read more

Published: 24th October, 2016

Updated: 25th January, 2021

Author:

I've been made redundant

I've been made redundant

What are you entitled to? What should you do next? If you've been made redundant we can help you back in the game. Read more

Published: 23rd October, 2016

Updated: 30th April, 2020

Author:

I can't get a job

I can't get a job

If you feel like you're stuck in unemployment and can't get a job we can give you the advice and support you need. Read more

Published: 23rd October, 2016

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author:

I need help preparing for an interview

I need help preparing for an interview

Our careers advisers are experts in interview preparation and are ready and waiting to help you succeed. Read more

Published: 20th October, 2016

Updated: 25th January, 2021

Author:

I need careers advice

I need careers advice

We provide free careers information, advice and guidance to ensure you get the best out of life and work. Read more

Published: 20th October, 2016

Updated: 23rd April, 2019

Author:

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  • Welcome to Inspira

    Welcome to Inspira

  • My child has Special Educational Needs, what help can I get?

    My child has Special Educational Needs, what help can I get?

    Inspira offers a huge range of support for a range of different needs. We have created workbooks for different SEN careers, take a look here.

  • Online Business Admin Course

    Online Business Admin Course

  • The Link

    The Link

    The Link will improve the engagement of employers in Career Education in the Cumbria LEP area. Find out more.

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  • Join our team

    Join our team

    Join Inspira for an inspirational career journey like no other. We have roles available in Cumbria and Lancashire.

  • Where to find us

    Where to find us

  • Get in touch

    Get in touch

    Get in touch with Inspira and we can help you find the right career and job for you in Cumbria and Lancashire.

  • I want to find out more about adult apprenticeships

    I want to find out more about adult apprenticeships

    COVID-19 has made us all rethink our careers. Apprenticeships are available for everyone, get in touch and we can help you decided if an adult apprenticeship is right for you.

  • I need help writing a CV

    I need help writing a CV

    Struggling with writing a CV or covering letter? Our experts at Inspira can help you to write a great one.

  • I've just finished school, college or university

    I've just finished school, college or university

    Further education? Training? Work experience? Internship? Apply for a job? We can help you plan your next steps.

  • Change your future with NCS

    Change your future with NCS

  • I'm over 50 and need careers advice

    I'm over 50 and need careers advice

    Over 50 and need help to get a job, considering a career change or need help to understand your options?

  • Careers advice that counts

    Careers advice that counts

    Have you been made redundant and need support? Get some outside of the box careers advice from Inspira

  • We are recruiting NCS staff

    We are recruiting NCS staff

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  • I'm over 50 and need careers advice
  • I need help to apply for apprenticeships
  • I want to know how to be more confident
  • I want to return to work after raising children
  • I need help to apply for jobs
  • I want to find out more about adult apprenticeships
  • I want to improve my employability skills
  • I'm thinking about a career change
  • I'm between jobs and need some help
  • I need help to return to work after a career break
  • I'm thinking of going back to work after having a baby
  • I need help writing a CV
  • I've just finished school, college or university
  • I need help with transportation to work
  • My teenager needs some careers advice
  • I've been made redundant
  • I can't get a job
  • I need help preparing for an interview
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