How difficult is the job market for young people?
We know that on average around 100 people are applying for every job at the moment, so finding employment is difficult but there are jobs out there as well as training and apprenticeship opportunities. In order for them to find something that's right for them, they need support and encouragement.
An important thing for anyone working with young people is to raise their aspirations and help them to be clear about where they want to go. Some young people think that because of the state of the jobs market it is about getting any job going, but there are choices out there. It may mean they have to take a longer pathway through more training or an apprenticeship, but those opportunities are there.
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