Looking for your first job but don’t know where to start? Job Start Plus helps young people gain the skills, confidence, and work experience needed to secure meaningful employment and build successful careers.
Whether you’re unemployed, recently left school, or unsure of your next step, Job Start Plus can help you prepare for the workplace and connect you with real opportunities.
Who Can Apply?
Job Start Plus is designed for young people who:
- 16 to 24 years or up to 34 years for young people with disabilities
- Are ready to enter the workforce
- Are currently unemployed
- Are not enrolled in education or training
- Want support to build skills and gain work experience
- Need guidance in planning their career path
What You’ll Gain by Joining Job Start Plus
Career Confidence
Develop the confidence and independence needed to succeed in the workplace.
Employability Skills
Learn essential workplace skills that employers value.
Real Work Experience
Gain practical experience through supervised placements.
Personal Career Planning
Create a career action plan with guidance from a trained counsellor.
Employment Connections
Access job matching, recruitment support, and employment opportunities.
Ongoing Support
Receive mentorship and continued guidance throughout your journey.
More on the WOW Training
Job Start Plus delivers WOW training all throughout the year in three cycles, Jan to March, May to July and September to November. During these cycles, training is conducted monthly from Monday to Friday, typically from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The training ranges from employment guidance and support, work readiness and life skills to core competencies identified by employers as critical for success in the workplace. Training topics include:
• Effective Communication
• Teamwork
• Conflict Resolution
• Anger Management
• Human Sexuality and Appropriate Standards of Behaviour
• Industrial Relations
• Occupational Safety and Health
• Introduction to Career Planning
• Goal Setting and Planning
• Résumé Writing
• Interview Techniques
• Mock Interviews
• Introduction to Emotional Intelligence
• Introduction to Customer Service
• Time Management
• Financial Literacy
The training also provides opportunities for employers and successful Job Starters to deliver testimonials about their personal and professional journey.
Various education and training institutions are also invited to promote the various educational and training options available in an effort to inform the young persons’ career planning.
Personalised Career Guidance and Planning
Not sure what career path is right for you?
Our trained career advisors help you:
• Identify your strengths and interests
• Explore career options
• Set achievable goals
• Create a personal career action plan
• Connect with education, training, and employment opportunities
Every participant receives one-on-one support to help them make informed career decisions.
Work Experience Opportunities
Job Start Plus helps you transition from training to employment through:
Workplace Placements
Gain up to one year of practical work experience in Government administered placements with employers in the private and third sectors.
Job Matching Services
Access support to connect with available full-time and part-time employment opportunities.
Employer Partnerships
Benefit from strong relationships with employers who are committed to supporting young talent.
Your Job Start Plus Journey
Step 1: Register
Complete your registration and confirm your eligibility.
Step 2: Intake Assessment
Meet our Counsellor and participate in an assessment to identify your goals, strengths, readiness to work and support needs.
Step 3: Build Your Skills
Attend WOW Training and participate in career planning activities.
Step 4: Gain Experience
Access work placements and employment opportunities.
Step 5: Achieve Your Goals
Receive ongoing support as you move into employment.
Programme Benefits
By participating in Job Start Plus, you can:
• Build confidence and independence
• Develop a strategy to achieve personal and career goals.
• Enjoy programming tailored specifically for young people ready to work
• Improve employability and job readiness
• Gain real-world work experience
• Receive ongoing mentorship and support
Get Started Today
If you are ready to begin your journey into the workforce, Job Start Plus is here to support you every step of the way.
Register Online here
Or:
Email: jobstartplus@labour.gov.bb
Phone: (246) 535-1400
Whatsapp: (246) 832-0487
Location: 3rd Floor West, Warrens Office Complex, Warrens Close, St. Michael. (Walk-ins are welcomed)
