There is a lot of support available to help you find work whatever your situation.
Jobsearch skills, CV writing and interview preparation might all be thing you want to consider getting help with.
The agencies below can advise on all the options and help you find the type of work that is right for you.
Jobcentre Plus
For more information on looking for work or applying for benefit.
T: 0845 606 0234
www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk
Nextstep South West
A FREE careers service for everyone aged over 20. Information and advice to help you improve your skills and job prospects, whether you are in work or not.
T:0845 850 5070
www.nextstep.org.uk
Connexions West of England
A service for all young people aged 13 to 19 (up to 25 for those with a learning difficulty or disability).
T: 0117 987 3700
www.connexionswest.org.uk
University West of England (UWE)
Has a range of free and subsidised services for executives, professionals and graduates who are unemployed or under notice of redundancy.
For more information visit www.uwe.ac.uk/solutions
ACAS
Offers free advice on employment and workplace issues.
T: 08457 474 747
www.acas.org.uk