Suffolk Careers & Employment Resources
A curated guide to careers services, apprenticeships, training providers and youth employment support across Suffolk for young people and families.
A practical, local starting point for careers, apprenticeships, training, and youth support across Suffolk.
Use this page as a quick directory. If you’re not sure where to begin, start with Local careers support and Apprenticeships & work experience.
Local careers support and youth employment
- Suffolk Careers Service — careers advice, apprenticeships, and support for young people in Suffolk.
- Suffolk Youth Support Service (The Source) — information, advice, and guidance for young people aged 13–19 (up to 25 with SEND).
- Suffolk Opportunities Portal — jobs, apprenticeships, training, and skills development in Suffolk.
Education and training (colleges and providers)
- West Suffolk College — FE, apprenticeships, careers advice.
- Suffolk New College — courses and support (Ipswich + rural Suffolk).
- East Coast College — FE, apprenticeships, training (Lowestoft + Great Yarmouth).
- One Sixth Form College — sixth form + careers support (Ipswich).
Apprenticeships and work experience
- Find an Apprenticeship (GOV.UK) — search national listings (filter to Suffolk).
- West Suffolk College Apprenticeships — local opportunities and advice.
Business and SME support
- Suffolk Chamber of Commerce — local business network, events, and SME support.
- New Anglia Growth Hub — free business advice, funding, and support.
- Menta — training, networking, and support for small businesses.
SEND and inclusive support
- Suffolk Local Offer — information and support for young people with SEND.
Youth voice and participation
- Suffolk Youth Parliament — have your say on issues affecting young people in Suffolk.