Somerset Job Clubs
We have put together a list of Somerset Job Clubs.
If you want help with anything regarding job hunting find your local club today. Services may vary*
You can also use a PC / WIFI in libraries across the county.
Yeovil
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Yeovil 4 Work is a voluntary programme run by YCC that provides support for unemployed people to aid them in looking for work.
Get support with writing or updating your CV, looking for jobs, completing application forms, interview support and any other help we can.
We run a Job Club on Friday mornings from 9.30am – 12.30pm at The Gateway.
At the Yeovil 4 work job club we provide a warm and friendly space with free tea, coffee, biscuits and Internet connection. People looking for work are welcome to drop in at any time during a session. For more information please feel free to contact us.
Yeovil Community Church, Addlewell Lane, Yeovil, BA20 1QN
Website is https://yeovilcommunitychurch.co.uk/yeovil-4-work/
We offer a range of support, including:
• CV writing
• finding and applying for jobs
• interview prep
• self-employment support
• getting back into work or training after a break
• training or apprenticeships
• boosting confidence and self-esteem
• working with local employers to offer
skills support and workshops for live job
opportunities
Yeovil Library King George Street, Yeovil BA20 1PY
Open Monday, Wed, Fri 9.30am-5.30pm and Tue, Fri 9.30am-6pm.
Opportunity Hub offering employment and skills support;
FREE Qualified employment advice to discuss your options
Work on your CV and help to apply for local jobs
Meet local businesses who are hiring
Receive mentoring support
Develop an action plan to get you into work
Digital support/training
Taunton
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Taunton Charis Centre, 16 – 17 Hammet Street, TA1 1RZ 10am – 12pm ( every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month)
The Employment Hubs are a free employment support service covering Taunton, West Somerset and Wellington. Your pathway towards work!
Our friendly team can help you with:
- Guidance on opportunities for learning, training and work
- Confidence building to return to work
- Help with job applications, covering letters, CVs and interview skills
- Funding to access employment and learning opportunities (e.g transport, PPE and books)
- Referral for further support including IT, Citizens Advice, apprenticeship advice, Citizens Advice and positive mental health
- Links to volunteer work
- Identify any other barriers that stop you from progressing
- Regular one to one support for as long as you need it
Work Wise Taunton is a Somerset based charity which offers free support to job seekers.
Laptops and free wifi are provided for use is a safe and friendly atmosphere. Help is available if required by mentors who volunteer.
They can help with emails, CV writing, job applications, cover letters and interview preparation.
No appointment is needed, simply pop in. Tea, coffee & biscuits are on offer too.
Church Hall, United Reformed Church, Paul Street, Taunton, TA1 3PF
Each Wednesday – 9.30-12.30pm and 1.30-4.30pm
Since opening in April 2014 they have been working with 200 people on average a year.
Call 01823 325030 or visit www.workwise-taunton.org.uk
A club just for tenants of Somerset West & Taunton.
Call Jane for more details 07734 494755 or 01935 404544
West Somerset
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Williton, Council Office, The Chamber, Killick Way, Williton, West Somerset,TA4 4QA 10am to 12pm (every 1st Thursday of the month from Feb 2023)
The Employment Hubs are a free employment support service covering Taunton, West Somerset and Wellington. Your pathway towards work!
Our friendly team can help you with:
- Guidance on opportunities for learning, training and work
- Confidence building to return to work
- Help with job applications, covering letters, CVs and interview skills
- Funding to access employment and learning opportunities (e.g transport, PPE and books)
- Referral for further support including IT, Citizens Advice, apprenticeship advice, Citizens Advice and positive mental health
- Links to volunteer work
- Identify any other barriers that stop you from progressing
- Regular one to one support for as long as you need it
Stogursey Youth Club,TA5 1PR, (next to the Victory Hall) 10am – 12pm on a Tuesday once a month,
Please use employment support email below to book an appointment
employmentsupport@somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk
Minehead The hub, Alcombe Minehead (next to fire station) TA24 6DJ 10am to 12pm (every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month)
employmentsupport@somersetwestandtaunton.gov.uk
The Employment Hubs are a free employment support service covering Taunton, West Somerset and Wellington. Your pathway towards work!
Our friendly team can help you with:
- Guidance on opportunities for learning, training and work
- Confidence building to return to work
- Help with job applications, covering letters, CVs and interview skills
- Funding to access employment and learning opportunities (e.g transport, PPE and books)
- Referral for further support including IT, Citizens Advice, apprenticeship advice, Citizens Advice and positive mental health
- Links to volunteer work
- Identify any other barriers that stop you from progressing
- Regular one to one support for as long as you need it
Wellington
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The Community Employment Hub Wellington Baptist Church, TA21 8NS 10am to 12pm (every 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month)
employmentsupport@somersetwestand
taunton.gov.ukThe Employment Hubs are a free employment support service covering Taunton, West Somerset and Wellington. Your pathway towards work!
Our friendly team can help you with:
- Guidance on opportunities for learning, training and work
- Confidence building to return to work
- Help with job applications, covering letters, CVs and interview skills
- Funding to access employment and learning opportunities (e.g transport, PPE and books)
- Referral for further support including IT, Citizens Advice, apprenticeship advice, Citizens Advice and positive mental health
- Links to volunteer work
- Identify any other barriers that stop you from progressing
- Regular one to one support for as long as you need it
Wincanton
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Wincanton Balsam Centre Balsam Park, Wincanton BA9 9HB
Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Opportunity Hub offering employment and skills support;
FREE Qualified employment advice to discuss your options
Work on your CV and help to apply for local jobs
Meet local businesses who are hiring
Receive mentoring support
Develop an action plan to get you into work
Digital support/training
Online options
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Use their career tools to help you with your choices on careers, training and work. Whatever your situation, there’s something to help.
Whether you are searching for your next job opportunity, starting a new career, working on your employability skills or just beginning your journey in the world of work, you will find information and support to help you here.
Visit Step Up Somerset website
Chard
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Chard Library Holyrood St.
We offer a range of support, including:
• CV writing
• finding and applying for jobs
• interview prep
• self-employment support
• getting back into work or training after a break
• training or apprenticeships
• boosting confidence and self-esteem
• working with local employers to offer
skills support and workshops for live job
opportunities
Martock
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“Award Winning” Martock Job Club offers FREE independent advice and support to Job Seekers and Businesses from Martock and the surrounding parishes.
Come in and see us, we’re open every Tuesday and Friday from 10am – 1pm at Martock Youth Club.
If you live within the parish of Martock or surrounding villages,
Kingsbury Episcopi
South Petherton
Ash
Long Load
Norton Sub Hamdon
Stoke Sub Hamdon
The Martock job club can help you with,
CV writing.
Skills analysis.
Support with application forms.
Signposting to training, education and volunteering opportunities.
Interview preparation and training.
Retention of employment.
Support with using Universal Job Match and online job searching.
Support with Universal Credit.
Visit https://martockonline.co.uk
Youth Centre, Church Street,
Martock, TA12 6JL
If you know of any other Somerset Job Clubs please get in touch
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