Year7, 8 & 9
You will probably first hear about the Connexions service in
year 7, 8 or 9.
Connexions is a support service for young
people. It is designed to help everyone aged 13 to 19 to make the
best start in life. It is delivered by Personal Advisers. Your
school will have at least one Personal Adviser, but others
will be based in:
- Youth Centres
- Connexions Centres
- Youth Offending Teams
Personal Advisers can help you with a whole
range of decisions such as choosing school or college courses,
training and careers or helping you work out how to develop your
skills through activities such as sport or voluntary work. They can
also help with other issues you feel are affecting your life
ranging from health and finance to relationships and housing. If
your Personal Adviser isn't able to help you themselves, they will
listen to you and put you in touch with someone who can.