Careers Advice

The Careers Service department is based behind the Hive near the main reception at our Nuns Corner campus, though appointments can also be scheduled at different sites or even virtually.

The team, which is made up of Level 6-qualified careers advisors, has the expertise and resources to support you throughout your journey with us, from entry level to employment.

The Careers Service team at Grimsby Institute is here to assist you in making informed decisions and to help you plan the next steps towards your future goals. Our Careers Advisors can provide you with the information, advice and guidance you need when applying to work, college, university or for an apprenticeship.

We provide high quality, confidential and impartial guidance services. This is freely available to current students and potential students of any age thinking of attending Grimsby Institute. Alumni also access the careers service on request.

We hold the Humber LEP Employability Passport and we have Matrix accreditation.

We welcome requests from other provider organisations who would like to offer information to our learners.

Resources

The Careers Advice Team can provide learners with a range of information, advice and guidance to support them to make informed choices regarding their next steps, we also have a variety of resources and tools aimed at supporting students, parents and carers when considering their career-based decisions.

Buzz quiz – A personality quiz that determines what jobs suit your personality and discover your strengths.

Prospects – Career Planner matches your skills, motivations and desires to a career that’s perfect for you. To get even more from your results, take them to your University or College career adviser.

Careerometer

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We hold the Matrix National Quality Standards for Information, Advice and Guidance (IAG) and the Humber LEP Employability Passport. We are fully committed to meeting and retaining all eight of the Gatsby Benchmarks for Good Careers Guidance.