“I really enjoyed the careers fair you put on. It was really interesting to see the different activities that other companies were offering, especially in the way that it was making skills relevant to the students.”
Alanna Hatton Secondary Learning & Safeguarding Lead talks about The Auckland Project and their involvement with Workplaces and the positive experience of attending a Workplaces careers fair with the Auckland Project.
To find out how your organisation can get involved with the Workplaces Project email [email protected]
DurhamWorks
Supporting people aged 16 - 24 into education, employment or training. Not in education, employment or training, aged 16-24 years old and live in County Durham?
DurhamWorks is here to help you. With one to one support we'll help you get the skills and training you need to find a job, apprenticeship, become a volunteer or even just to progress your learning. We are 16 organisations led by Durham County Council to give you the best chance. Part funded by the European Social Funded and Youth Employment Initiative.
17/08/2026
Part Time Work Webinar
If you are a student who is looking for part time work Lucy Brown and Emma Widdowson from DurhamWorks are delivering a free 30-minute webinar on the subject.
The Webinar takes place on Wednesday 19 August, 3:00pm - 3:30pm.
To register to attend please click on the following link:
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Not sure what your next step is?
DurhamWorks helps 16-24 year olds across County Durham find opportunities in work, training, education, and more. With personalised support and guidance, we'll help you move forward with confidence.
Ready to get started? We're ready when you are. 🚀
Your next opportunity could start with a simple conversation.
Whether you're looking for a job, considering training, or exploring your options, DurhamWorks can help you gain confidence and make a plan for the future.
📍 Aged 16-24? Get in touch and take the first step today.
14/08/2026
Thinking about learning something new?
Not sure where to start? Come along to one of DurhamLearn’s FREE Ready to Learn drop-in sessions.
Whether you're looking to improve your confidence, gain new skills, find a course or explore a new career, our friendly team is here to help.
Drop in, have a chat and discover what's possible.
Find your nearest session https://www.durham.gov.uk/article/32204/Ready-to-learn
13/08/2026
Got your A level results and changed your mind, or not sure about what you want to do?
If you want some help, guidance or support about what to do next why not talk to DurhamWorks?
Find out more here: https://durhamworks.info/
13/08/2026
We are at the Emergency Services Fun Day taking place today (13 August 2026) at Millennium Green Field, Craghead between 11.00am and 4.00pm.
So if you are heading down why not come along and say “hello” and find out how we, or our colleagues at DurhamEnable and Employability Durham can support you.
13/08/2026
Need help with college? Jobs, or just looking for advice?
DurhamWorks are running drop-in sessions next week at the following locations next week.
Chester-le-Street Family Hub 9.30am to 4.30pm on Monday 17 August 2026
Peterlee Family Hub 9.30am to 4.30pm on Tuesday 18 August 2026
Crook Civic Centre – 9.30am to 4.30pm on Tuesday 18 August 2026
Seaham Contact Centre – 9.30am to 4.30pm on Wednesday 19 August 2026
You can work with us to:
Explore you career options
Get your CV reviewed or created
Get help and support with your college application
Get help understanding transport links
Get advice in relation to Employment or apprenticeships.
✨ Everyone’s journey is different, but you don’t have to figure it out alone.
At DurhamWorks, we support young people to explore their options, build confidence, and take positive steps towards work, training, or education.
If you're aged 16-24 and wondering what comes next, we're here to help. 💙
“We love it when people leave saying that they want to work for Husqvarna.”
In this Workplaces video Rufus Ayre, the People Manager for Operations at Husqvarna talks about Husqvarna’s duty of care to younger people to give them an insight into careers available to them in the manufacturing industry.
To find out how your organisation can get involved with the Workplaces Project email [email protected]
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