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Connexions Cumbria Return to Careers


Mike Ridyard is the Connexions Personal Adviser working for Dowdales School.

Connexions is a youth support service for young people from 13 to 19. It provides advice and guidance as young people prepare for a successful transition from education to adult life, it also works closely with parents and links to other agencies that support young people.

As well as information on career, training, educational and employment options, Connexions can help with identifying and overcoming barriers in the way of young people’s transitions including health, drug and alcohol, housing and other personal issues.

Connexions Direct is a 24 hour help line for young people. Information on Connexions can be gained on line at www.connexions.gov.uk and www.connexionscumbria.co.uk



Connexions Websites offer valuable
 information and support.

Connexions Cumbria can be contacted on freephone 0800 435 709 or by calling into the Barrow centre open throughout the week and on Saturdays from 12pm to 3pm.

 Telephone: 01229 897911 / 897912. Fax 01229 897913. enquiries@dowdalesschool.co.uk
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