Information for Redundant Apprentices – Discover Youth Friendly Dudley

Find support, advice and information for apprentices who have been made redundant or feel at risk of redundancy. An information resource for Youth Friendly Dudley.

Worried about redundancy?

If you are an apprentice in Dudley and have been made redundant, or you believe you are at risk of redundancy, support is available. Your college or training provider will work with you to secure a new employer.

If you are 16-18 you can discuss your options with a careers advisor accessible through the Black Country Careers Hub. visit the website or call 01384 471139

Some next steps for redundant apprentices…

See the latest government advice

Check out the government’s advice for redundant apprentices to see what your best options are.

The government have launched the Redundancy Support Service for Apprentices and you can visit the website or call 0800 015 0400 to get free advice, find new opportunities, and access local and national support services offering financial, health and wellbeing, legal and careers advice.

Talk to a local careers advisor

If you are 16-18 you can discuss your options with a Careers advisor from Connexions Dudley

Find a new apprenticeship

You can visit Dudley College’s website and Halesowen College’s website to access information about their apprenticeship opportunities:

All apprenticeships are advertised on GOV.UK’s Find An Apprenticeship website, where you can search for vacancies in your area.

See how your local Jobcentre can help

Here’s a list of Jobcentres in Duley. Which one is nearest to you?

If you are over 18, and have been made redundant, support is available through your local Jobcentre. They can offer you support – either online or with a one to one chat. Together you can explore new apprenticeship, training or employment opportunities.

Get free advice from the National Careers Service

Have you heard of the National Careers Service? They can support you with free advice and guidance. Visit their website for fresh ideas and advice.