The JobStart Scheme
The JobStart Scheme helps young people from the ages of 16 to 24 who are at risk of long-term unemployment get into the job market by offering six-month job opportunities with a range of employers across all job sectors in Northern Ireland.
These job opportunities may be extended to nine-months where additional criteria is met. For more information click here.
If you have any further queries you can call the JobStart team on T. 028 9072 6788 or E. jobstart.scheme@communities-ni.gov.uk.”
Princes Trust
The Prince’s Trust supports young people to transform their lives by developing their skills to live, learn and earn. We work with partners and volunteers to offer a variety of programmes to help young people build their confidence, get a job or start a business.
Click here for further information on the Prince's Trust Programme.
Hospitality and Tourism Skills (HATS) Network
In collaboration with Tourism NI, the Hospitality and Tourism Skills (HATS) network has launched a new campaign encouraging people to enter, return and progress within the hospitality and tourism sector across the country. From chefs, front of house managers, housekeepers and baristas to visitor experience, events and marketing and administrative roles there is a wealth of exciting local opportunities to choose from.
Find the perfect hospitality and tourism job in Northern Ireland.
For information on current vacancies visit https://careerscope.uk.net/jobs/?northern-ireland
Careers Guidance
If you would like help or advice on your career contact the Careers Service by phoning 0300 200 7820, or visit https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/campaigns/careers
For information on some of our local key sectors click on the links below https://www.economy-ni.gov.uk/topics/employment-and-skills-programmes-including-apprenticeships/careers-occupational-information
- Entrepreneurship
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Health and Social
- Manufacturing
- Life Sciences
- Software Technology
- Construction
Local Jobs and Benefits Offices
Please find below Links to the jobs and benefits offices in Antrim and Newtownabbeyhttps://www.nidirect.gov.uk/contacts/jobs-and-benefits-offices
Antrim Branch
20 Castle Street
Antrim
BT41 4JE
Freephone: 0800 012 1331
Email: antrim.jobsandbenefits@dfcni.gov.uk
Newtownabbey Branch
39 - 41 Church Road
Newtownabbey
BT36 7LB
Freephone: 0800 012 1331
Email: newtownabbey.jobsandbenefits@dfcni.gov.uk
Financial support with the cost of childcare
Do you want to get back to work but are worried about the cost of childcare? Most working parents can claim help with their childcare costs.
Employers For Childcare Advisors can provide you with free family benefits advice and help you access the childcare support you are entitled to.
Email: hello@employersforchildcare.org
Freephone: 0800 028 3008
Website: employersforchildcare.org